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So about a month ago, the chance to buy a ’60 Impala convertible project came up. I’ve wanted one for a long time, but always assumed that I’d have to buy from out of state, as I have NEVER seen one come up locally. I assumed I’d fly to where the car was to inspect,… Continue reading 1960 Impala Convertible Project
So it’s been a long, long time (again) since my last post to this restoration blog. My plan this past spring was to get the car in paint before winter. Well, this is clearly not going to happen. I got a little bit of work done in April and May regarding getting the hood and… Continue reading State of the Restoration
As stated in a January 6th post, NOS (New Old Stock, original parts that have never been used) parts can often be had for around the same price as reproduction parts, and sometimes even for less! This does however take patience, because the truth is, the stuff is getting harder to find all the time.… Continue reading NOS Parts Collected to Date
The original front valance panels on the Impala were pretty well hammered, but in spite of that they are free of rust and savable. So I began by taking the right front panel and media blasting it to bare steel, then hammering it back into shape. I got it looking pretty close, so I then… Continue reading Front Valance Panel Faux Pas