1968 Gs400 Restoration Progress

Discussion in 'Members Rides' started by eganddg, Nov 15, 2009.

  1. eganddg

    eganddg Well-Known Member

    I am finally starting to make some progress on my '68 GS400. I thought I would share some pictures. I have installed new quarters and replaced the trunk floor with a three piece kit, along with lots of fabrication, priming, and sanding. The 455 (in disguise) is installed and runs great. I got the chance to take it for a "spin" up the road. We live on a dead end street so things tend to get a little crazy at times (we have been breaking in the new neighbors). I have been trying to decide on a color. The picture of the drivers side shows the original blue (teal blue mist). I am also considering switching to bright red. Either way, the plan is to install the black vinyl top back on it once it is painted. Let me know what you think.:TU: The picture of the car in dark blue is before the restoration started (the picture looks much better than the car actually was).
     

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  2. nice work, my first GS was a 69 GS400 and to this day i still love those body lines. yours is going to be beautful when done
     
  3. eganddg

    eganddg Well-Known Member

    here is an update....It is almost done other than replacing some worn hood hinges and a sticky speedometer. It is a blast to drive! Well worth the time and money spent!
     

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  4. StevieRay

    StevieRay Well-Known Member

    Very nice. thanks for sharing, helps motivate me to finish mine.
    Steve
     
  5. Steve Reynolds

    Steve Reynolds SRE Inc

    Every so often a car will "catch my eye", and your car is definitly one of them.

    Nice color combo and stance!! Looks great!!

    Steve
     
  6. kick71

    kick71 Mike

    Yes Very Very nice. 4spd too:beer Nice work, I'm jealous.
     
  7. eganddg

    eganddg Well-Known Member

    Thanks for the compliments. I also wanted to take the time to thank everyone that helped it all come together:
    joeslark
    painekiller
    eric6659
    wheelz
    "The Parts Place"
    "TA Performance"
    "Original parts Group"
    and many more that I purchased parts from (that I cant remember their user names-sorry):TU:
     
  8. John Eberly

    John Eberly Well-Known Member

    Nice work!

    This takes me back about 6 years. I have enjoyed just driving my car since I put the time and effort into my home resto project. They are meant to be driven, and I wish you the best in your car.

    Be very proud of it -
     
  9. Ken Mild

    Ken Mild King of 18 Year Resto's

    Hey Dave - Nice color! :beer
     
  10. JZRIV

    JZRIV Platinum Level Contributor

    You have a ton or work into that baby. Very nice job and great progress from your post in 11/09. I do really like that color and think you made a wise choice.
    It must be very satisfying to finally get to drive the completed project after everything you've done.
    Congratulations!
     
  11. Golden Oldie 65

    Golden Oldie 65 Well-Known Member

    Nice!!! That color is perfect on a `68-`69 body :TU:
     
  12. sootie007

    sootie007 65 Skylark -455 - T350

    :3gears: :TU:
     

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