RESTOFORDAD

I figure I have been getting advice from you you guys from the shadows long enough. THought I would join.
Im restoring my dads 72 cutlass he bought new as a surprise to him. This car brought me home from the hospital and has always been a big part of my life. I look forward to learning from all of you as I go.

Rocketowner

Welcome to C.O. Nice to see one stay in the family that long.Good luck on the restoration. We would to see some pictures. Larry

oldcutlass

Welcome to the site. Pretty cool you doing this for your dad.

RESTOFORDAD

Thanks. Im not sure how or where is the best place to add photos so I just started a album.....

RESTOFORDAD

Here is a pic of me with the car in the mid 80's and a pic of my dad and my little boy.

oldcutlass

Looks to be in decent shape. How many miles are on it?

RESTOFORDAD

Looks can be deceiving. I thought it was too. I took it to my "shop"(garage) we were going to repair a few rust holes, do some brake work and install a new top. Needless to say everything we took apart fell apart. One thing after another and the cost were just adding up so we just left it. Now I am at the point where I can fix it so I am. and He has no idea. I have had the engine rebuilt(still numbers matching) and I have ordered complete interior from legendary auto interiors. powdercoated the wheels all new tires, you name it. You can check out my album to see some of the damage. Its got either 158xxx or 258xxx miles on the car and this is the first time anything has ever been done to it.

Oldsmaniac

Cool, you will learn as you go and we can be here to help you avoid some possible mistakes along the way, the ones we have made. Sounds like you are already on your way to a nice finish!