unfrozen1969

Wow, I am hoping that no one was injured as a result of the accident. I am not sure of your history with the car, but if it was a recent purchase of someone else's restoration, it does not surprize me that you discovered some portions of the car that required work. The positive side of this is, that you will have an awesome car again at the end, and a pretty cool story to tell. Is your insurance covering a portion of your expenses? Was this accident a rear end collision, hence the driveshaft through the transmission. Love the photos and the Youtube shots, keep them coming, and good luck on your rebuild. Bill from Canada

Welcome. I am in a very similar boat as you, and I was fortunate enough to part out two 69 mustangs, which taught me a ton about the cars etc. Again this site is a wealth of information, and there really isn't a dumb question as everyone's experience and perspective is different. A suggestion that I can make is to document your build, we all like to see photos, so feel free to post your ride, but documenting your ride allows you to go make in time for referencing purposes. Lastly, try to have a plan for your build. Determine the work that needs to be done, and start saving your money to get things done. Currently I am at the stage where I need a ton of welding done, but I have bought all of the metal, and when the time comes I will complete that phase of the rebuild. I most likely will hire someone to do the welding....that is the cool thing about all of this, you don't need a ton of knowledge, as long as you don't mind having someone else do the work, BUT, educate yourself through this site so that you are getting the proper work done at a fair price. As others guys of said, the fun is in the journey, not necessarily the destination. Bill from Canada

Welcome. I am in a very similar boat as you, and I was fortunate enough to part out two 69 mustangs, which taught me a ton about the cars etc. Again this site is a wealth of information, and there really isn't a dumb question as everyone's experience and perspective is different. A suggestion that I can make is to document your build, we all like to see photos, so feel free to post your ride, but documenting your ride allows you to go make in time for referencing purposes. Lastly, try to have a plan for your build. Determine the work that needs to be done, and start saving your money to get things done. Currently I am at the stage where I need a ton of welding done, but I have bought all of the metal, and when the time comes I will complete that phase of the rebuild. I most likely will hire someone to do the welding....that is the cool thing about all of this, you don't need a ton of knowledge, as long as you don't mind having someone else do the work, BUT, educate yourself through this site so that you are getting the proper work done at a fair price. As others guys of said, the fun is in the journey, not necessarily the destination. Bill from Canada

Very impressive progress, thanks for providing the links to other threads, it has halped a lot. I would love to see more photos when you get the chance. Bill

Very impressive progress, thanks for providing the links to other threads, it has halped a lot. I would love to see more photos when you get the chance. Bill

That almost looks like a Canadian car with all the rust....nice project though, and I would love to have it....

That almost looks like a Canadian car with all the rust....nice project though, and I would love to have it....

See the responses that I got on this thread. http://www.1969stang.com/mustang/forum/showthread.php?t=3572&page=43

See the responses that I got on this thread. http://www.1969stang.com/mustang/forum/showthread.php?t=3572&page=43

Hey, that's no cow, that's my wife.....

I would love to see more photos of your car, it is real nice.

Post pixs, and congratulations

I am led to believe that speaker cut outs in non-deluxe cars were an option, and that the holes are on the lower metal panel that is usually painted the same color as the car. Please correct me if I am wrong.

How much can you get it for? Take some photos of how it is sitting now, beit in tall grass, or the bush...

I would love to see some more photos...

Brian, Try taking a digital photo of your picture, then upload it, it usually works ok. I printed copies of this motor and have it on my wall to give me guidance and something to aspire to.....someday... Bill

Maybe someone car photoshop a picture for you..

I like the blue color the best..

As rough as it may look, once it is pulled out, and you power wash it, you will be able to make a better assessment of the car. The true test would be to get it media blasted to see where all of the rust has attacked the body. In my opinion it would be worth the journey, especially if you can get it registered and sell it as a rolling shell, you may be able to double your money if not a little more...it depends upon whether you are enjoying the journey or your goal is the destination, as for most things I read on this site, it is the journey of building a car that is the key versus the finished product...Its great that there is no pressure on you and that the car will be there for a while longer...good luck and have fun doing whatever you decide to do....

For $500 dollars I would grab it, as long as the resistration comes with it. The VIN and registration is worth it as it could be transfered to a Dynacor shell, I am not too sure how prevalent that is, but if there are some parts on this GT that are worth salvaging, then it maybe worth it. Good luck

I live in Ottawa Canada, where summer is only four months long, so when it is not raining, you tend to see more toys on the road than usual. Unfortunately, the weather here takes its toll on these old cars, so there are not too many survivors, so you appreciate one when you see it...

That is a tough question to ask. There are so many paint options. I would think that if you want to stay traditional then that would limit your focus. My car is originally Meadowlark Yellow, and at first I wanted to make it Silver Jade, but to mer there is something special about keeping the car somewhat original. The only other option is to add some character under the hood or in the trunk. SO stay tradional on the exterior but go wild in the places that no one else see's. Sort of like your lady having a sexy tattoo that only you and her boyfriend get to see...ha ha.... Best of luck and let us know what you decide.... Bill from Canada

Awesome photos, love the color

Awesome photos, love the color

Hey Pak, I live in Ottawa Canada and drive a Honda Accord front wheel drive car in the winter. It helps that it is a standard, but the key is to have snow tires on all four tires, it makes a huge difference, and makes driving in the winter time more fun.... You will be fine..