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Hemifish:

--- Quote from: mike.biggs link=topic=3617.msg22355#msg22355 ---Really enjoy reading the replies guys. Thanks for those pointers Russ... As I'm 27, its not like a grew up with most of these cars, I just appreciate their history and what they stood for once upon a time, and still do. I dont have a particular model that I'm attached to, and I'd be happy with many of the options out there, but thought theres probably so many models I'm missing and looking over.

Resale value is always something to consider, but I generally buy for the longer run, and its never a priority (prob should be hahaha). Parts availablity is really important. I'd be using this car as a 2nd daily driver/weekender, it wont be in mothballs and a under a rug, so I want reliability, and the knowledge I can get parts and do the work myself. Awesomeness...well thats why we're all here arent we, otherwise we'd be over on the Hyundai forums :boxing: I'd love something people stop to look at, but again, that generally means its rare, and so are parts, I think unique is what I'm chasing. An Aussie built anything I'd assume would have good local support, and if the right XA/B/C coupe came up I'd grab it, but I think theres plenty of guys out there thinking the same.

So about this Galaxie, GTA390 (if that is your real name! haha) would you mind pointing me in the direction of some pics, or could you send some to me. What is the current engine, as I'm assuming its no longer the 390. I dont wish to waste any of your time, but a whlle ago a friend suggested a Galaxie and its funny you mentioned it now, and it may just tickle my fancy :)

Thanks again everyone.

PS. I had to watch "Bullit" today just to see Steve McQueen throw that Mustang around :) Great machine!
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 :boxing: IT Takes a MOPAR To Catch a MOPAR:bow:

mike.biggs:

--- Quote from: Hemifish link=topic=3617.msg22364#msg22364 ---  :boxing: IT Takes a MOPAR To Catch a MOPAR:bow:
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I believe they were originally going to use a Ford Galaxie for the bad guys car, but changed to the Charger because it WAS something the Mustang could chase :boxing: ...and force to drive into a petrol station and explode! hahaha

Both awesome cars really.

sell4u:
The 67 Galaxie Fastback sounds like the way to go

I was going to recommend something similar, there is a Late 60"s Galaxie near my house for sale for $6,000.

Around 660 Henry Lawson Dr East Hills

I have driven past it the past week but not stopped to have a close look so dont know the details / condition but if you want me to have a closer look happy to.

I enjoy all cars, Fords / Chevs & now after joining the club starting to appreciate that 3rd badge

In terms of parts life is alot easier for the more common cars like muzzys / 57's etc but parts themselves are only 1 part - paint, trim, wheels, drive line still costs the same so go something different.

I know its been done but would love an E-type with current model running gear or see someone do a a volvo p1800 (i think thats right from the 60's tv series the Saint?) with a Lexus 4lt V8, or maybe a 60's Challenger with a Viper engine (if it fits).

GTA390:
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Heres some older photos, the frame has been removed sandblasted and repainted in POR15 and the body has been refitted with all new body mount rubbers.
If you are interested send me a u2u with your email and i will get some more snaps, it's just the car is about 2 1/2 hours away from where i live now.

bonnevista:
Just stick a battery in it and she'll go.:lol:

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