$500 Olds convertible on the road!

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July 17th, 2013, 09:17 AM

motor

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$500 Olds convertible on the road!

The car itself was free. The price includes tires, battery, tuneup, alternator and registration fees/new plates.
Thank you all so much for your technical help and advice. Together, we have saved this old girl from the crusher.

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July 17th, 2013, 09:21 AM

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Congrats on a job well done. The old gal looks pretty darn good. She just needs some new clothes and she will be ready to take to the prom.

July 17th, 2013, 11:10 AM

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July 17th, 2013, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by redoldsman

Congrats on a job well done. The old gal looks pretty darn good. She just needs some new clothes and she will be ready to take to the prom.

+ 1. Nicely done.

July 17th, 2013, 01:32 PM

don71

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Way to go! Happy motoring

July 17th, 2013, 01:51 PM

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Great job putting this baby back in service! Looks like a lot of fun for the dollar!

July 17th, 2013, 01:55 PM

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Good deed done

Now have some fun with her she will still draw attention

July 17th, 2013, 06:22 PM

gearheads78

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nice save

July 19th, 2013, 08:02 AM

motor

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More before and after pics

Just wanted to add more pics. Continuing to drive and restore, lots of cleaning to do including waxing & buffing. Lots of oxidation and 'patina' but its coming together.

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July 19th, 2013, 08:14 AM

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$Free is the best price.

Looks like you done good. I'm very impressed by the lack of rust, too.

- Eric

July 21st, 2013, 07:42 PM

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motor

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Thanks everyone!
Couldn't have done it without you.
Still have to replace exhaust, carpet, top, sundry other bits, but lots of love from my co-workers, friends, etc. in the meantime.

July 22nd, 2013, 08:58 AM

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Great find. Looks like it will be a fun car to drive.
I have a '71 myself. I've been looking for a trailer hitch for it, so if you find you will be removing it I may be interested.
stetzie

July 24th, 2013, 12:25 PM

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motor

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Chassis and paint pics

Got it in the air today to inspect the exhaust, etc.
No catalytic converters (thank you God!!), but pipes still need to be replaced.

Dupont polish works well for very oxidized finish. Hand polished first, as not to damage the paint that's left. Gonna hand polish again, then hit with a buffer.

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