PLEASE HELP ME FIND MY DREAM CAR

[polywideblock]

http://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/4657844721.html

Here you go.
Loaded up 71 super bee at a decent price.
Car looks very original too.

man that's one killer bee     

[crj1968]

http://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/4657844721.html

Here you go.
Loaded up 71 super bee at a decent price.
Car looks very original too.

man that's one killer bee     

I'm gonna go out on a limb and guess he wont take $10K for it. 

[crj1968]

Here is an affordable one.

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/4672591656.html

I love this line of the ad; 

needs work...not for ur typical bolt parts on type person.

No kidding.

[TUFCAT]

That doesn't even appear to be a good parts car! 

[Benfro89]

Man Im really starting to like that idea of making a CLONE 1971 R/T.

so i would need:

R/T hood (I like the louver one better so thats good its less expensive)

R/T doors

R/T Tail lights

Dash Cluster

and that is all I can think of at the moment, if i started with a SE would it make this a bit easier?  and where is a good place to buy the hood and doors? Just so I can price the build to see if it is do able.

[cavemanno1]

Nobody has even ask you this!How much money you are willing to spend?We all know that 16k is to much,so how much?It's no of my business but it would help the guys find you a car!
If it was me i'd wait and save money to buy a '68-'70,after all that is what you talk about most!

[Benfro89]

Nobody has even ask you this!How much money you are willing to spend?We all know that 16k is not much,so how much?It's no of my business but it would help the guys find you a car!
If it was me i'd wait and save money to buy a '68-'70,after all that is what you talk about most!

I would like to stay around 14 but 15 is my absolute max if were talking a amazing car  and the thing is im not sure that when I do get this 68 or 70 I will be able to mess with it to much because the prices for the parts are as jacked up as the car

[ws23rt]

So you are still not sure what you want.    You can spend your budget on something that runs but be unable to make mods.
Or you can buy something that fits your desire for less and spend the remaining money on parts.

I recommend the latter. You will save some money (maybe) and make headway with your time learning what it's like to fix these things.

[JB400]

Man Im really starting to like that idea of making a CLONE 1971 R/T.

so i would need:

R/T hood (I like the louver one better so thats good its less expensive)

R/T doors

R/T Tail lights

Dash Cluster

and that is all I can think of at the moment, if i started with a SE would it make this a bit easier?  and where is a good place to buy the hood and doors? Just so I can price the build to see if it is do able.

Unfortunately, everything isn't being reproduced in steel, anyway.  You'd have to go fiberglass.  http://www.showcars-bodyparts.com/charger.html  You'll be stuck like everyone else locating used originals which will bring a premium in prices.  In other words, if you can buy a car with these parts on it, it'd be best.

[Benfro89]

Man Im really starting to like that idea of making a CLONE 1971 R/T.

so i would need:

R/T hood (I like the louver one better so thats good its less expensive)

R/T doors

R/T Tail lights

Dash Cluster

and that is all I can think of at the moment, if i started with a SE would it make this a bit easier?  and where is a good place to buy the hood and doors? Just so I can price the build to see if it is do able.

Unfortunately, everything isn't being reproduced in steel, anyway.  You'd have to go fiberglass.  http://www.showcars-bodyparts.com/charger.html  You'll be stuck like everyone else locating used originals which will bring a premium in prices.  In other words, if you can buy a car with these parts on it, it'd be best.

I am happy with fiber glass (means i can save some weight on this boat)  so I would think a car like this wouldnt be a bad canidate

http://abilene.craigslist.org/cto/4667021288.html 

then I have 6000 or so to spend on parts say

2000 in fiberglass doors and hood

2000 in R/T specific little parts such as gauge cluster and a spoiler and taillights

2000 for wheels tires or suspension parts that kinda thing

[JB400]

If the car checks out ok, then it looks like it'd be a good candidate for what you're wanting to do.  I'd at least schedule a time to go look at it.  You do need to set aside some money for unexpected items, plus tags, insurance, ect.

[Benfro89]

If the car checks out ok, then it looks like it'd be a good candidate for what you're wanting to do.  I'd at least schedule a time to go look at it.  You do need to set aside some money for unexpected items, plus tags, insurance, ect.

Sounds good it might actually be a good car for it I was jsut trying to use it as a example a cpuple questions

where is the best place to buy restoration parts online?

what would you guys suggest for the hood and the doors? I know you cant buy repo R/T doors or louver hood 

[crj1968]

Forget the fiberglass- put a supercharger on it.  Dyersblowers.com

[Benfro89]

Forget the fiberglass- put a supercharger on it.  Dyersblowers.com

Ha that be funny  I was thinking of just a carb scoop

What do you guys think though 72 Rallye or 71 R/T clone


https://staugustine.craigslist.org/cto/4649714905.html

http://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/4655079963.html

[ws23rt]

Forget the fiberglass- put a supercharger on it.  Dyersblowers.com

Ha that be funny  I was thinking of just a carb scoop

What do you guys think though 72 Rallye or 71 R/T clone


https://staugustine.craigslist.org/cto/4649714905.html

http://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/4655079963.html

You are forever asking what we like/think.---Your best path is to get what you want.----After all it is something you are buying for yourself not us.

[Benfro89]

Forget the fiberglass- put a supercharger on it.  Dyersblowers.com

Ha that be funny  I was thinking of just a carb scoop

What do you guys think though 72 Rallye or 71 R/T clone


https://staugustine.craigslist.org/cto/4649714905.html

http://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/4655079963.html

You are forever asking what we like/think.---Your best path is to get what you want.----After all it is something you are buying for yourself not us.

The problem is im a kid in a candy store thier all so cool 

I like the 71 R/AT and the 72 Rallye the same

which is easier to find parts for, which parts are cheaper and which car would have more value a 71 R/T clone or a 440 72 Rallye? 

[familymopar]

which is easier to find parts for, which parts are cheaper and which car would have more value a 71 R/T clone or a 440 72 Rallye? 

That's a better way to ask the question.  Although I don't know.

[ws23rt]

 You do seem to like the shopping part.

When you think about it you are asking folks for what they would do.  Is that an important part of your decision?  (I'm talking about taste in styles)

What I hope is that once you finally have something to chew on you keep us up to date about living with that purchase.

When you have a project (whatever year or style) their is much information and help here to help you get through any restoration/mods. issues.

As others have said your financial situation is key to this decision you are making.  If you have the money to get into a second gen driver and nothing left over than you are making a big financial mistake at your age.

This is the sort of thing one understands 20 to 30 years later.

Many wish that they listened to the advice of those that walked in their shoes but only understand when the time has passed.

[moparnation74]

You are like a kid in a candy store at the moment.  You have 15k in your pocket to spend.  It is a ton of money to you and impressive that you saved that but for what you want it is not enough.  So you either settle for less or continue saving.  In today's economy there is nothing better than money in the bank or invested wisely.

For example, the Rallye you posted, listed for 8500, leaves you 6500.  First and foremost is taxes, title, tags, and insurance.  Next, is safety, brakes, electrical etc., Next, mechanical etc.  After that, choose your extras wisely.  You want to keep some funds in reserve for the unexpected things.  

These are not a new or a used car that you buy today.  Parts are not readily available at autozone and they are not cheap.  

You really, truely, need to listen to some of these guys here before you get stuck in a pit.

[ws23rt]

Daytona R/T SE posted this a ways back and I think it's solid advice.  A 2nd-gen Charger is probably out of your budget right now and you're kidding yourself otherwise.  In a couple of years when your parents ease you out the door it'd be nice to have a life and options instead of being car-broke.

The best advice I can give a 16 year old wanting an old car is...

Wait until you're at least 30.

Take your money and buy the nicest, most reliable late model car or truck you can afford.

Something that you can drive reliably everyday, all the way through high school and college.

Something that you can be proud of and depend on now.

An old car will suck up all of your money and all of your free time.

That's time you should spend with friends, family, chasin' chicks and working on your education, and ultimately your career.

Later in life, after you've established yourself with a home of your own and a good solid income...

THAT is the time to think about an old car.

NOT before.


This is the advice I would give myself, if I could go back to '79 and slap the 16 year old me upside the head.  

I would then emphasize my point with a swift kick in my own ass.

These cars can be a lot of fun, but they can also distract you from what you really should be doing.


I'm still paying the price for this.

Every day.

And will be for the rest of my life.

Benfro---Just thought I would bring this back again. Reading it is just the first step.  The value of it comes from the experience that generated it. It is not just a spanking it's a heads up.

[Benfro89]

Yep see guys that's why I'm going for a 3rd gen because they don't leave me flat broke after I just buy something driveable

I also understand that they are expensive to keep up but the new cars just don't so it for me  uve been 110 in a beamer driven my dad's 8.1L 2500hd for months and for some reason I just don't like the feeling over new cars I think it's because you can't really get into the car as easy as these older cars

[ws23rt]

Yep see guys that's why I'm going for a 3rd gen because they don't leave me flat broke after I just buy something driveable

I also understand that they are expensive to keep up but the new cars just don't so it for me   uve been 110 in a beamer driven my dad's 8.1L 2500hd for months and for some reason I just don't like the feeling over new cars I think it's because you can't really get into the car as easy as these older cars

Ok so now you are going for a 3rd gen again.  And that is because you can spend all the money you have on that style vs the 2nd gen.?

Either gen you pick the bottom line is the same.

[polywideblock]

at least by "settling" for a 3rd gen you can buy a lot of car for 16 K   .

you should be able to get a very nice driver with little needing to be done for that sort of money but i'll again say that you would be better off saving another 4 K as 20 K will buy a VERY nice car 

[indreams84]

Daytona R/T SE posted this a ways back and I think it's solid advice.  A 2nd-gen Charger is probably out of your budget right now and you're kidding yourself otherwise.  In a couple of years when your parents ease you out the door it'd be nice to have a life and options instead of being car-broke.

The best advice I can give a 16 year old wanting an old car is...

Wait until you're at least 30.

Take your money and buy the nicest, most reliable late model car or truck you can afford.

Something that you can drive reliably everyday, all the way through high school and college.

Something that you can be proud of and depend on now.

An old car will suck up all of your money and all of your free time.

That's time you should spend with friends, family, chasin' chicks and working on your education, and ultimately your career.

Later in life, after you've established yourself with a home of your own and a good solid income...

THAT is the time to think about an old car.

NOT before.


This is the advice I would give myself, if I could go back to '79 and slap the 16 year old me upside the head.  

I would then emphasize my point with a swift kick in my own ass.

These cars can be a lot of fun, but they can also distract you from what you really should be doing.


I'm still paying the price for this.

Every day.

And will be for the rest of my life.

Very sage advice ........everyone just tell this dude to buy whatever, anything, everything......even then he'll still incorrectly type out some excuse.

[ws23rt]

Yep see guys that's why I'm going for a 3rd gen because they don't leave me flat broke after I just buy something driveable

I also understand that they are expensive to keep up but the new cars just don't so it for me  uve been 110 in a beamer driven my dad's 8.1L 2500hd for months and for some reason I just don't like the feeling over new cars I think it's because you can't really get into the car as easy as these older cars

Ok--so you get a driver 3rd gen car.  Now you are driving.  What money you have left over may pay for the driving experience for a little while. You will then want to fix or mod it some. $$   In the mean time what you have told us is your interest is more into the 2nd gen cars. So you keep looking.

You will soon find out you need a second car you can rely on while your collector car is out for a time.  Just cause you bought a driver doesn't mean it will get you to work on time to keep your job.

My point here is to read what Daytona R/T SE said.

If you are thinking you have taken in what he advised and his situation does not apply to you than you will be him advising someone 40?+ years from now and be troubled with how hard it is to get the message across.