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Originally Posted by MN71W30
Alot of people have been hoarding parts for years and got stung when the repops hit the scene. The Olds grills, tachs etc were in big demand and they put the squeeze on us. I know a GTO hoarder not too happy with the repop parts that drove his prices way down. I bought a 69 SS396 Chevelle about 12 years ago and only bought it because it was complete and I didn't have to kiss anybodys hind end for parts. It's nice having the option for original parts or quality repops. The original stuff is still out there you just have to look and pay the price. I remember having to cut 1/4 panels off a 69 442 behind a barn for a 68 442 I had. I like the way things are now as compared to 25 years ago.
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My 442 has all original body panels and interior because NO ONE made parts for it once GM stopped and I had to make sure that the parts lasted. I hoarded parts and don't feel bad about it. Now I see the parts being reproduced for our (1973-77) cars. I still have mouldings, interior and other parts that are not being reproduced yet but that I picked up in junk yards in the early 80's. I have Rallye packs, speedo's, consoles, swivel bases, mirrors, bumper fillers etc. You do what you can to keep your car alive. You guys with the 64-72 cars can pretty well buy whatever you need. We 73-77 guys have to have some imagination and a lot of luck. But our day is coming.