So... my parents are getting up in years - my dad is 66 now, and before he gets TOO old - I want to give him a little joy... Now that I have given up on the self-employment thing and am back to work, I had been planning this year to get me another turbo car. But, instead, I have decided to get him one of his all-time favorite cars...
My dad bought new in 1965 a Buick Riviera. It was one his favorite cars of all time. He also had a 67 wildcat, 69 and 73 LeSabres, etc. I really am not in a financial position to just go lay down $8-10K on a fully restored ride. But, I figure, I want to try and find him one - because by the time I could easily afford to get one, it might be too late for him to enjoy it.
So... my first question is - does anyone have a 63-65 Riviera in the garage they want to sell? I do not care about matching numbers, or even if there is an engine in the thing. As a matter of fact, I dont even care if it has an engine. What i dont want is rust. Needing paint is ok - just no holes in doors, floors, etc.... If you have a complete one and want to sell, let me know. I estimate I am looking to spend about 3-4K on a running/driving that needs cleanup and small items replaced. Or a real clean body interior that needs and engine in the $2500 range.
I am also open to any 60-70 Buick that is a convertible. I figure he would like that just as much.
Anyone have anything? - I am in the Chicago area....
Heh - dug up an old pic. My dad was such a dork...
My dad bought new in 1965 a Buick Riviera. It was one his favorite cars of all time. He also had a 67 wildcat, 69 and 73 LeSabres, etc. I really am not in a financial position to just go lay down $8-10K on a fully restored ride. But, I figure, I want to try and find him one - because by the time I could easily afford to get one, it might be too late for him to enjoy it.
So... my first question is - does anyone have a 63-65 Riviera in the garage they want to sell? I do not care about matching numbers, or even if there is an engine in the thing. As a matter of fact, I dont even care if it has an engine. What i dont want is rust. Needing paint is ok - just no holes in doors, floors, etc.... If you have a complete one and want to sell, let me know. I estimate I am looking to spend about 3-4K on a running/driving that needs cleanup and small items replaced. Or a real clean body interior that needs and engine in the $2500 range.
I am also open to any 60-70 Buick that is a convertible. I figure he would like that just as much.
Anyone have anything? - I am in the Chicago area....
Heh - dug up an old pic. My dad was such a dork...
