Just thought I would post up some pics of my new car. 1953 Olds super 88, complete car, I know the grill isnt on it and the motor is in the trunk as well What do you guys think?
Nice start on a new project. My dad was an Olds driver for close to 50 years and had a 53 two door post when I was in my early teens that we put a lot of miles on when I got to do the go visit dad thing weekends. What are the plans?
Not positive what I want with it yet. I know I want to make it a cruiser that I can jump in and drive as far as I want. I was thinking an LS1 with an overdrive automatic, that way i have the driveability and reliability of a new car, just without the looks of a new car. I also think I want to go with bags for the suspension, that and four wheel discs, any suggestions on this or anything else?
I thought it looks pretty mean without the grill, can you guys spot the actual bullet hole, not a sticker look alike, the previous owner thought I should keep that.
About 90% sure I've got a '53 Olds grille bar as a wall hanger, if you want to put it back in there shoot me a PM... Looks like a great start!
I have the rest of the grill, not sure what condition its it though (havent even got the car home yet), i know the rear bumper isnt strait, anyone have one of those?
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