Rob's ongoing slow restoration process of his 69 charger R/T SE

[Charger-Bodie]

If this car ends up in the right part of WI. I will likely see it at the Dubuque Show. My condolenses Rob.

[Ghoste]

I can never understand the rationale behind not shipping enclosed either.  A little shopping and you can find an enclosed hauler and have it affordable.

[cdr]

If this car ends up in the right part of WI. I will likely see it at the Dubuque Show. My condolenses Rob.

[1969chargerrtse]

I can never understand the rationale behind not shipping enclosed either.  A little shopping and you can find an enclosed hauler and have it affordable.

Thanks guys.
And then you take a guy like me that used eBays DAS shipper. Enclosed, top shelf. I called them in Ca and made sure they don't chain down the frame. " Oh no we tire strap ". I get the car and the frame boxes are torn. I send them a bill for 500.00. They send me a check for 250.00.
D- don't
A- ask
S- Shipper DAS to ship your car.

[69 OUR/TEA]

I can never understand the rationale behind not shipping enclosed either.  A little shopping and you can find an enclosed hauler and have it affordable.

Back in March I had a car enclosed shipped from Alabama to Ct,Reliable carriers who are premier for BJ and Mecums auctions,for $1,200.Worth every penny IMO.

[1969chargerrtse]

Well, looks like we have a happy new owner.

" Just got the car and very excited! Off to register now thanks again.

Nick ".

[1969chargerrtse]

I can never understand the rationale behind not shipping enclosed either.  A little shopping and you can find an enclosed hauler and have it affordable.

Back in March I had a car enclosed shipped from Alabama to Ct,Reliable carriers who are premier for BJ and Mecums auctions,for $1,200.Worth every penny IMO.

This should surprise you. I'm still after a 2002 TA vert. But I  am actually going for ............ Black in color. There are 2 nice low mile ones on eBay. I'm just not spending 20k and then tax. Need something under 20k.  Never was a black color fan, but on that car with the over the top hood and hideaways, it's nasty. Going for an auto also. Old man I am.

[nvrbdn]

Well, looks like we have a happy new owner.

" Just got the car and very excited! Off to register now thanks again.

Nick ".

now your turn

[1969chargerrtse]

Well, looks like we have a happy new owner.

" Just got the car and very excited! Off to register now thanks again.

Nick ".

now your turn

Yep I'm a little excited. It's nice though to pass a car like the Charger on to someone else that is just as excited as you were when you first got it.

[1969chargerrtse]

 

[lexxman]

That looks nice,did you buy?

[1969chargerrtse]

That looks nice,did you buy?

I wish. No it's on eBay, I'm the high bidder at 18,500.00 but they want like 25K
I've found 4 Ram air low miles verts. As Paul said they are out there. 18,500.00 is where I'm looking to spend. Add tax I'm in for 20.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/?cmd=ViewItem&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648&item=190702654448&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT

This red one was listed tonight. They want 25k but called me back saying they would take 20,850.00. Everyone wants 20 plus, but they're just not selling for that.
It's across the US and needs to be shipped, to high for me. I'll wait till it snows if I have to.  I took a beating on the Charger and want a good deal on the TA.

[TUFCAT]

It seems 2002's are the highest priced and most valuable since its the last year. In your price range, 1998-2000's with super low miles should go for a lot less money.

[1969chargerrtse]

It seems 2002's are the highest priced and most valuable since its the last year. In your price range, 1998-2000's with super low miles should go for a lot less money.

Yeah but I want a 2002 and I know prices will drop due to fall coming and they're not getting it anyway.  Like I said, I took a beating, I want a good deal and time is on my side.

[69 OUR/TEA]

Well,sad that you sold the Charger,but being a car guy,and not just tunnel-visioned to one brand,I have always liked the ram-air Transam and Firebirds,not enough to buy one with all I have going on,but comes close !!!!!
Now being into the Buick GN's and turbo regals for 20+ years,was a no brainer for me to buy one of the 20th TA pace cars,best of both worlds.And must add,if it were just a pace car with a tuneport 5.7,I'd have no interest and would'nt have bought one.It is quite funny when I do take it out,and someone asks what it has for a motor,shows most don't know what it is.
So how can I have anything negative to say about you buying/owning a Transam when I have one to !!!Just be patient,and buy it right,meaning the condition,miles,and price.Don't be impulsive,it took me 4 months to find mine,but then again the one I have is a one year only with only 1,555 made.Good luck!!!!!

[myk]

It seems 2002's are the highest priced and most valuable since its the last year. In your price range, 1998-2000's with super low miles should go for a lot less money.

Yeah but I want a 2002 and I know prices will drop due to fall coming and they're not getting it anyway.  Like I said, I took a beating, I want a good deal and time is on my side.

Most importantly you've arguably got the best combination of engine components: LS6 intake with no PCV, better flowing heads and possibly an LS6 block.  My '99 LS1 has bigger injectors, a bigger camshaft, but those pluses are offset by the 02's newer bits and pieces.  In the end though, most people will say that all versions of LS1's are equal; an LS1 is an LS1 is an LS1 and they all generally put out 350 hp at the crank...

[1969chargerrtse]

Well,sad that you sold the Charger,but being a car guy,and not just tunnel-visioned to one brand,I have always liked the ram-air Transam and Firebirds,not enough to buy one with all I have going on,but comes close !!!!!
Now being into the Buick GN's and turbo regals for 20+ years,was a no brainer for me to buy one of the 20th TA pace cars,best of both worlds.And must add,if it were just a pace car with a tuneport 5.7,I'd have no interest and would'nt have bought one.It is quite funny when I do take it out,and someone asks what it has for a motor,shows most don't know what it is.
So how can I have anything negative to say about you buying/owning a Transam when I have one to !!!Just be patient,and buy it right,meaning the condition,miles,and price.Don't be impulsive,it took me 4 months to find mine,but then again the one I have is a one year only with only 1,555 made.Good luck!!!!!

Wait a minute?  " only 1,555 made " Well lookie who's counting car numbers this time? 

[69 OUR/TEA]

Well,sad that you sold the Charger,but being a car guy,and not just tunnel-visioned to one brand,I have always liked the ram-air Transam and Firebirds,not enough to buy one with all I have going on,but comes close !!!!!
Now being into the Buick GN's and turbo regals for 20+ years,was a no brainer for me to buy one of the 20th TA pace cars,best of both worlds.And must add,if it were just a pace car with a tuneport 5.7,I'd have no interest and would'nt have bought one.It is quite funny when I do take it out,and someone asks what it has for a motor,shows most don't know what it is.
So how can I have anything negative to say about you buying/owning a Transam when I have one to !!!Just be patient,and buy it right,meaning the condition,miles,and price.Don't be impulsive,it took me 4 months to find mine,but then again the one I have is a one year only with only 1,555 made.Good luck!!!!!

Wait a minute?  " only 1,555 made " Well lookie who's counting car numbers this time? 

1,555 is the total production,thats all I need to know,not trying to amp it up somemore to try and get to say 1 of 6 because of some irrellevant combination,I look at it as how many were built,end of story.Not trying to make myself any more special than the other 1,554 owners.

[1969chargerrtse]

Well,sad that you sold the Charger,but being a car guy,and not just tunnel-visioned to one brand,I have always liked the ram-air Transam and Firebirds,not enough to buy one with all I have going on,but comes close !!!!!
Now being into the Buick GN's and turbo regals for 20+ years,was a no brainer for me to buy one of the 20th TA pace cars,best of both worlds.And must add,if it were just a pace car with a tuneport 5.7,I'd have no interest and would'nt have bought one.It is quite funny when I do take it out,and someone asks what it has for a motor,shows most don't know what it is.
So how can I have anything negative to say about you buying/owning a Transam when I have one to !!!Just be patient,and buy it right,meaning the condition,miles,and price.Don't be impulsive,it took me 4 months to find mine,but then again the one I have is a one year only with only 1,555 made.Good luck!!!!!

Wait a minute?  " only 1,555 made " Well lookie who's counting car numbers this time? 

1,555 is the total production,thats all I need to know,not trying to amp it up somemore to try and get to say 1 of 6 because of some irrellevant combination,I look at it as how many were built,end of story.Not trying to make myself any more special than the other 1,554 owners.

Got ya, but to me it is what it is, if your car was 1 with a rear seat warmer, than so be it.

[1969chargerrtse]

I bought my 2002 Trans am on eBay.  It's a triple black Ram air WS6 convertible with the additional SLP performance package installed by Pontiac when it was new.  It's still is new as it has just 8,000 miles on it, but he put brand new Good Years on it so I have fresh rubber. I'm picking it up Wednesday.  Comes with a 400.00 car cover, but I have the AirChamber. Yes I'm excited.

[bakerhillpins]

Good for you Rob. Glad that you are back in the saddle so fast.  Go out and have some fun with the top down. 

Must say though.. Gawd I hate GM dashboards.   

[myk]

I bought my 2002 Trans am on eBay.  It's a triple black Ram air WS6 convertible with the additional SLP performance package installed by Pontiac when it was new.  It's still is new as it has just 8,000 miles on it, but he put brand new good Years on it so I have fresh rubber. I'm picking it up Wednesday.  Yes I'm excited.

Awesome.  Take that thing to the track and rack up 13 second quarter miles all day long bone stock.  I have my window sticker too, but I have to admit your T/A is nicer than mine.  Did you check out LS1tech.com yet?

[Ghoste]

I hope it goes better than when the Charger came to you from e bay.

[1969chargerrtse]

Good for you Rob. Glad that you are back in the saddle so fast.  Go out and have some fun with the top down. 

Must say though.. Gawd I hate GM dashboards.   

Ha, yeah it's not perfect in design.

[1969chargerrtse]

I bought my 2002 Trans am on eBay.  It's a triple black Ram air WS6 convertible with the additional SLP performance package installed by Pontiac when it was new.  It's still is new as it has just 8,000 miles on it, but he put brand new good Years on it so I have fresh rubber. I'm picking it up Wednesday.  Yes I'm excited.

Awesome.  Take that thing to the track and rack up 13 second quarter miles all day long bone stock.  I have my window sticker too, but I have to admit your T/A is nicer than mine.  Did you check out LS1tech.com yet?

Yeah been there a few times.  Not gonna get into it like the Charger, just gonna drive it.  Maybe do some history info stuff later.