hey ya'll, I'm the kinda guy that ALWAYS has to have a project going on. Since I'm pretty much finished with the evo I'm wanting to move to totally a different kinda car.

A 1969 Camaro SS. I'm looking for one in pretty bad shape, since it would be cheaper that way. I've been on several message boards trying to learn all I can about them and what are the best things to look for in the body. As in whats the hardest places to fix rust, etc.

I'm looking for a project that will take years to complete, just wondering if ya'll would have any insite on this on where to look for a body? it doesnt even have to have the engine/transmission in it since obviously it would be cheaper that way also.

Pretty much I'm looking for a car that will have to be built from the ground up.

just thought I'd share I guess lol, if ya'll have any insite please post!!!

 

I hate to say it, but even one in bad shape is going to cost you quite a bit. A 69 Camaro SS is a very, very sought after car. Try Hemmings Motor News (www.hemmings.com)

On a car like that, all the rust issues are likely going to be in the floor pan and trunk. Expect to do a frame-off restoration in order to be able to get at all of it and be able to prevent future rust.

 

yes, I know that even a body in bad shape will cost quite a bit. thanks for the website! I've been looking at them on Ebay and seen a few that I'm interested in. Yes I have also noticed that most of the rust resides in the floor pans, and trunk. also, it seems like a lot of times there is rust in the wheel wells, and quarter panels.

I've just always wanted to restore one of these suckers and am willing to take on a LONG project

 

Yeah, but at least with the quarter panels/fenders you can see the damage and easily get to it. The floorpans tend to sneak up on some people.

 

yeah they prolly do sneak up on ya since it's hidden by carpet a lot of times.

Until your all of the sudden going down the road flintstone style

 

Pretty much

 

my neighbor is in the same boat. he just picked up a 69 z28 a few months ago. it looks and sounds sooooo mean!!! i love it. definitely my favorite old school muscle car.

 

rust......
look around the rearwidshild molding also

the 69's are a beautiful car if done right , good luck !