Restoring my T/A
11-11-2013, 03:26 PM
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Restoring my T/A I would like some suggestions about shops and restorations centers that could return my car to almost new condition with a few customizations.
Any help is welcomed.
Any help is welcomed.
11-11-2013, 03:47 PM
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Is this for the '99 in your profile?
If so, understand that several OEM items for this vintage of cars have already been discontinued, and not all of them are available from the aftermarket. So you might need a parts car or several parts cars to get what you want, in like-new condition. At that point, it would likely just be cheaper to find a different car with ultra low mileage that is already near perfect, and then make any changes that you desire.
If you are referring to an older Trans Am, then the case might be different.
If so, understand that several OEM items for this vintage of cars have already been discontinued, and not all of them are available from the aftermarket. So you might need a parts car or several parts cars to get what you want, in like-new condition. At that point, it would likely just be cheaper to find a different car with ultra low mileage that is already near perfect, and then make any changes that you desire.
If you are referring to an older Trans Am, then the case might be different.
11-15-2013, 08:16 AM
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The expense and effort of restoring any modern car is probably not the best decision unless it was a family car that had great sentimental value, or a very rare car (but that is highly unlikely). As RPM WS6 sated above it would be worth the effort find an excellent condition one or two owner 'stock' car with very low miles. That's the best bang for your buck and probably the easier road to enjoying the ownership experience.
One other thing to keep in mind. If an emergency arose where you had to sell your car, your 'restored' car would be worth basically the same as before you restored it. Very few would pay good $$ for a higher mileage F-body no matter how nice it is. You could lose a lot of $$. On the other hand if you purchase that low mileage sweet car mentioned earlier (example: $16,000) you could still get most of your money back.
Something to consider.
One other thing to keep in mind. If an emergency arose where you had to sell your car, your 'restored' car would be worth basically the same as before you restored it. Very few would pay good $$ for a higher mileage F-body no matter how nice it is. You could lose a lot of $$. On the other hand if you purchase that low mileage sweet car mentioned earlier (example: $16,000) you could still get most of your money back.
Something to consider.
11-15-2013, 03:35 PM
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I'd have to disagree if you dig online and find your parts it can be a worthy venture. So far in my 2002 Firebird I've only sank 110 into it which included a hood two t tops headlight assembly alternator and throttle body.... just search around you'll find parts and your late model restored will go good
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11-15-2013, 09:12 PM
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I'd have to disagree if you dig online and find your parts it can be a worthy venture. So far in my 2002 Firebird I've only sank 110 into it which included a hood two t tops headlight assembly alternator and throttle body.... just search around you'll find parts and your late model restored will go good
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