Bought a new project car - now the fun begins :)
Bought a local 1973 2002 project car after searching for several months (the car was also on Ebay). Pretty rough around the edges but very solid structurally and it also has a strong running Tii engine. Now the fun begins.....I am looking to do a high quality restoration but do not want to go overboard and do a full concours job. I intend to drive the car as a summertime weekend ride.
The good:
-Strong running Tii engine. Starts right up and good compression and power.
-4 speed Tii manual (the car was originally an automatic car but the previous owner swapped in the 4 speed when he installed the Tii engine)
-Completely rust free undercarriage and shock towers
-Blue exterior/black interior with sunroof
-Decent condition on the bumpers
-No aftermarket mods
The bad:
-Rust on the left front fender, rockers and rear wheel arches. Old faded paint
-Cheesey cheap front recaro type seats
-Cracks in the dash
-Suspension needs complete refurbishment
-Brakes need complete refurbishment
-Needs new carpet and headliner
-Needs all new exterior trim
My plan is to keep it very close to stock with a few tasteful updates:
-Bilstein HD shocks with H&R springs
-Front strut bar
-Wilwood Superlight front calipers with 320i vented rotors
-Rota RB or OS Mesh 15x7 wheels with Yokohama S drive tires 195/50/15
-OEM front seats or maybe Recaros if I can find a good deal on a pair
-Nardi wood steering wheel
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