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Old 10-13-2000, 10:48 AM   #1
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Early '66 GT convertible, special order paint (T-bird dark torquoise), black pony interior, Black top, original owner, no power, 70,000 miles, interior near perfect, motor strong, beautiful car but everything is 70% to 85% and I would want it 100%. Where should I go for restoration, or should I just sell it. I learned to drive in this car! Thanks, Greg. Bethesda, Maryland.
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Old 10-13-2000, 11:18 AM   #2
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It seems like kind of a no brainer to me on the "should I sell it" question. It sounds like you have some emotional ties to this car. The chances of you finding another Stang in similar shape that you are sure of the history on could be a challenge. My vote is for keeping it. As far as the resto goes, check with your local car clubs. Most enthusiasts will be happy to share their sources. If you ask around enough, you should start to see a pattern of places to consider and places to avoid. Don't rule out the Ford dealership in your area either. Most times they get ragged on for employees that don't seem to know cars as well as the owners do, but sometimes you can get lucky. Case in point - my local Ford dealer here in town will be doing all the body and paint work on my 66 when I get to that point. The body guys there are the most straightforward and knowledgable in town and don't mind working on classic cars. Basically just hit the pavement and start asking around.

Sorry for the length but I hope this helps.

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Old 10-13-2000, 05:51 PM   #3
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I bet if you give it up, eventually you would regret it!

Take a look at the Restoration Supplies & Services section on Tom Schmidt's page.

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Old 10-16-2000, 06:16 AM   #4
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keep it, sounds like a colectable for one for 2 i'd give my left n*t if i could get back the gtx (440)my dad showed me how to drive with!
as far as where to go with it be carful my mitris got hit with a board and bent up the place it went to HAD a good rep and said they knew what to do with classics. long story short no straiting just adjusted as best was possible now i'm trying to get my $$ back as they don't deserve a second chance.
good luck
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Old 10-16-2000, 10:21 AM   #5
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Definitely sounds like a keeper to me. Where to restore depends on where you live, funds available and your expectations. The standard advice is to join a local mustang club to get the scoup on local shops. There is the Western MD club in Frederic if that is close to Potomac?
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