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I'm going to be a bit of an outlier here. But I've been involved in collision work, and restoration work for a large part of my life. One of my

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Old 06-10-2016, 12:34 PM   #1 (permalink)
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I'm going to be a bit of an outlier here. But I've been involved in collision work, and restoration work for a large part of my life. One of my friends makes his living flipping salvaged cars and doing collision work.

That said I'd be REALLY careful. Have a professional check it out. Find out what the car is worth with a salvage title when fixed. Then get an estimate on the damage, ad in some for surprises and a little margin for your trouble. If the number don't ad up don't do it!

I don't buy the "it will never be the same". I here this a lot, but Most anything can be fixed right with the proper time, knowledge and money.

If you're going to mod the heck out the car, it might be a great way to start. I've seen lots of salvage cars become reliable daily drivers too.

do your homework, and bring in a pro. If the price is right....go for it!
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... but Most anything can be fixed right with the proper time, knowledge and money. ...
All excellent advice in your post, but, since the OP had to ask, I'm betting that s/he is a bit short on the last two items. YMMV
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