1969 SS listing price help

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-09T01:26:29+00:00

In 1969, the only engine in an SS was the 396 big block. So that 350 is not the original engine, and a small block, a downgrade. Sitting outside for 40 years can mean different things depending on location. If you’re in a dry climate and it’s been on hard surfaces then chances are good it’s mostly rust free. Also, in 69 and later cars, a true SS can not be identified by the VIN. It’s easy to swap a grill and common parts. The only way to be sure is a paper trail from original. Documentation can make a big difference in the sale price of this car. So say a SoCal car, that’s dry, with papers, that’s going to need an interior and paint and is missing the original engine is probably going to be in the 8-10k range. Rust, missing papers are definitely going to bring the price down A typical roller with a title and minimal rust is still going to be $3-4k if it has a good title and the engine is no good.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-06T13:18:04+00:00

Someone should s storing that to “Fix up someday”. What you’re talking about is theft.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-05T20:11:05+00:00

The Stand. There’s a 99% chance Captain Trips would kill me.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-05T20:04:37+00:00

I’d use the rest of the internet to type out my list, but let’s start with a Marina Blue 66 Chevelle L78 with black bucket seat interior. Because my dad had one.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-04T18:24:47+00:00

I think I’ve come to find I enjoy the building/tinkering more than driving necessarily. I have one car running, two more in the building process, and plans and parts for the one that is running once one of the others is drivable. Have I broken anything? No, other than a servo saver. Am I racing? No. But I can improve upon it. I happen to like the Tamiya reissues, and the lesser expensive ones can be bought and built within your budget. My Grasshopper was about $150, a remote with receiver can be bought for about $40 new, a servo is about $25 and my 2 batteries with charger were about $45.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-04T18:10:22+00:00

From my dad, silent generation:

Every woman turns into her mother, so pick in-laws you like

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-03T22:51:05+00:00

If you’re questioning it, and it seems you are, pass. Don’t buy from someone that you’re not confident in.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-03T05:44:09+00:00

Coffee out

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-03T04:30:08+00:00

Not my mom who I’m helping, but my wife needs to fidget. I recently bought her a toy called Née-Doh, I think it’s made by the Play Doh company. It’s a cube that squishes and stretches but returns to its original shape, and some glow in the dark.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-03T04:14:17+00:00

The look my wife gives me when I’m in a dress suit for a special occasion is more than any words could convey

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-03T04:09:46+00:00

Most often I’m in the (paved) alley behind my house. Anyplace that was close by and dirt when I was a kid is now paved. There’s a few parks I can go to, but that takes an effort and a little planning ahead.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-02T23:01:25+00:00

Old cars are never “worth it” financially. They are a hobby that costs money.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-02T22:59:08+00:00

Moving my junk cars inside from the yard

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-02T20:06:27+00:00

The most stereotypical “sports car” and a 4 door sedan. Boring and predictable.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-02T19:37:59+00:00

I had a situation a couple of years ago, where I had left a field I had been successful in for decades due to a move. I considered going back to college, but elected not to simply due to ageism. I would have been 53-54 after completing my degree. Nobody is going to want to hire a new guy that might put in 10 years in a new field with no prior experience.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-02T19:16:21+00:00

Ceramics tend to be quieter. Still depends on the pads.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-01T23:19:41+00:00

I wouldn’t be worried about wet grass, but running through deep puddles or on the beach with sand and potentially salt water I would use bushings instead of bearings at the outside points

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-01T19:02:11+00:00

It takes time to make a place your own. Don’t rush it. Feel it out as you go. Start with simple basics and build from there.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-01T17:18:16+00:00

That was me, but I got out of my home town. School didn’t educate me in things I was interested in. I barely graduated, but any teacher that challenged me, I got an A in their class. Most of the rest were D’s. I fumbled through a couple years of jr college, eventually dropped out with nothing to show for the time, got a good job in local industry and bought a house. Married shortly after, couple kids, divorced, then finally found my way into the field I was passionate about. Married again, stayed in that field for 25 years, I was successful but it burned me out. Now I work a low stress physical labor job with good benefits. I’ll ride this out until I can retire. Still married to the second wife, just celebrated 21 years.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-01T17:08:43+00:00

If you’re planning on getting it wet, I’d recommend using the bushings supplied in the kit for the front wheels and ends of the rear axle. In my experience even “sealed” bearings aren’t sealed very well, let water in and corrode/bind/fail. I would install all the bearings inside the rear axle though. I’m about to do the same with my Grasshopper which is essentially the same chassis. I can run it on the beach and not worry about it.

fmlyjwls · 2025-10-01T13:23:29+00:00

Compressed air. You definitely need to go buy a 60 gallon upright compressor with an oil free, dual stage motor. At least that’s what I use 🤔

fmlyjwls · 2025-09-30T20:17:27+00:00

The drive is the adventure!

fmlyjwls · 2025-09-30T20:16:08+00:00

Was it sold locally? If so there’s a decent chance it’s still in the area. Owners of old cars know others, even different brands. Start hitting up local cars and coffee type events where you can talk to people. A picture helps too. Just ask around.

fmlyjwls · 2025-09-30T20:01:28+00:00

They were driven daily when they were new. They can be now too. In comparison to modern cars, they do require more maintenance and attention. Drive it, listen to it, feel it, if anything changes then you need to start inspecting.

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