Cars built piece by piece, have ancestral history. Where the parts come from...you; and the previous owner often recognize.
I'd find out who to ask and ask them if you can pick the property. Old appliances and oil cans, if antique, can be worth a little money. They are probably just going to have someone come in and haul everything out for scrap, so they may want something for it or may want you to take ALL or NOTHING so they get their property cleaned out. Get your body mounted before you cut anything. I wouldn't cut until later in the game if at all. Get it put together more before you decide on removing or modifying the cage.
Just came across your thread. Nice project you got going. For inspiration, here's a photo of my Brother-in-Law's 29 that he had in the late 60s (photo was taken in 69, Long Beach,Ca)
You're getting a lot of good advice already. My two cents? Go with an SBC. 283 or 327 with a Turbo 350, 400 or power glide, as an automatic is easier to build and to drive. Set your mind on a period, say early to mid sixties and use parts primarily from that era, except where safety is concerned. Look for a wrecked car of that era with a good drivetrain for your engine, trans and rear. An Impala, or a 4-door donor or a truck. Sell whatever you don't need to recoup your costs. A 283 is plenty of engine for a lightweight car. Even if it's only a 2bbl. Get your gearing right and you'll have a great driver. Build it safe, and don't go nuts on the pricey hi-performance stuff. Get the car in mock up mode ASAP and find someone to photoshop your car or draw it for you. Stick to your guns and your build plan no matter what. If your heart is set on low, a Reilly Z'd frame is a great choice. Get a job working around cars and ask lots of questions, even if it's for free as long as you're learning. Befriend the folks at the junkyards. Let them know what you're looking for. Bug your dad's car buddies. Go to as many swap meets as possible. Save every dime. Sock away your money for a parts pile. Don't cut corners on safety. Make a list. It's your car. Do it your way. Look for abandoned projects in neighbor's garages. Offer to mow their lawn, paint their barn, mend their fences, etc. Anything in exchange for letting you clear the spot in their garage and haul off their abandoned project. You may not have a lot of money. But you have more time to hunt. Don't be a punk. Don't do drugs. Get good grades. Find an old timer who has wisdom to share. Befriend him and learn. There's nothing the older generation enjoys more than passing the torch to a good, decent kid who is respectful and making good choices in life. Prices get better when you're a newbie if you play your cards right. Post pictures on here and ask lots of questions. Good luck, young man.
I see pick...no shovel. Looking it over from the side will tell you all you need, in the way of 'stance'. Keep enough height, so you can avoid center-of-road hummocks, stones etc. Read up about 'scrub-line' too. That way you'll still be able to steer, if you get a flat.
Check this out! This is one sweet model a. One day mine will be just like this... Your forum admin may override this setting.
Some good advise....however don't go small block chevy. They really are boring in a roadster. Under a hood is one thing, but in a roadster.....nah! Save your pennys, mow lawns, buy and sell stuff at profit, AND DO NOT SETTLE FOR ANYTHING LESS THAN YOUR DREAM CAR. If a flathead is what you desire than that's what you should get. I see good running flathead for a grand and less on CL all the time. You will not regret building the car you dream about right from the mags and little books you talk about. Trust when I tell you that most car guys walk right past ALL those sbc powered hot rods at carshows. You want to build a car that impresses you as well as impresses other car guys. SBC doesn't do that. What cars stop you in your tracks at a car show? I'm willing to bet not just any run of the mill sbc, I'll bet a vintage powered hotrod....well that is the same for most of us hot rodders...you can build your car on a budget, you just have to put in the work to do it, and be patient.....
This is my 29/30 hotrod.. It is ready for paint. I built it "like" I am 18 years old with no money. You can do it!!
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