Eleanor build for 30k? Possible?
#1
Eleanor build for 30k? Possible?
Hello,
I've been looking at acquiring another toy and have been considering several options. I was between a high miles 996 Turbo and a 2006 M6. There are in the same price range. I've always dreamed of having an Eleanor Mustang and was wondering if it was possible to have a good one built for 30K and if someone knew of a shop that could do it within that budget. My requirements would be coil-over suspension, manual transmission, powerful motor and a decent interior. The ones Classic Recreations Makes are awesome but are out of my budget.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
I've been looking at acquiring another toy and have been considering several options. I was between a high miles 996 Turbo and a 2006 M6. There are in the same price range. I've always dreamed of having an Eleanor Mustang and was wondering if it was possible to have a good one built for 30K and if someone knew of a shop that could do it within that budget. My requirements would be coil-over suspension, manual transmission, powerful motor and a decent interior. The ones Classic Recreations Makes are awesome but are out of my budget.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
#7
Echoing everyone else, there is no chance of having someone else build this for 30k. If you do it yourself you would even be hard pressed to do it for 30k including the car. I have a good friend who re-works all of the old UP cars and the re-works alone run $60k-$150k.
You have to think about the base donor car, if you get one in tip-top shape you are sending 10-20k and then need to do all the body work, engine, coils etc. If you get one in poor condition you are looking at tons of cost in repairing rust, panels, etc.
I would say you could find a mediocre Elanor in the 60's based on what you are looking for, maybe less but it will have issues.
You have to think about the base donor car, if you get one in tip-top shape you are sending 10-20k and then need to do all the body work, engine, coils etc. If you get one in poor condition you are looking at tons of cost in repairing rust, panels, etc.
I would say you could find a mediocre Elanor in the 60's based on what you are looking for, maybe less but it will have issues.
#10
Maxemus....what are the specs of your build?