Ideally, here are the things I would like to get from my donor vehicle:
- complete engine
- transmission
- drive shaft
- rear axle
- steering
- suspension
- brakes
- gauges
- seats
- rims/tires
My ideal donor for this project would be something that meets the following criteria:
- Costs < $1k
- A V-6 < 4.0L || a straight 6 || an I4
- Manual transmission
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- RWD (or AWD/4WD)
- 13-15" rims
- bucket seats
- independent rear suspension (or at least a limited slip)
Nice to haves:
- Turbo/Super charger
- All of the above in good condition
Examples:
- Mazda Miata, RX-7, RX-8
- Datsun/Nissan 200SX/240SX/280ZX/300ZX, Hardbody, 720
- Chevy S-10/S-15/Blazer/etc..., Camaro (V6)
- BMW 3 series
- Pontiac Trans Am (V6)
- Ford Ranger, Mustang (V6)
- Toyota Supra
- Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4
So, now you can see why its so hard to find the 'perfect' donor.
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I managed to get someone to pay me $500 for my donor. Of course I had to shell out $1200 to him first and then sell off all the parts!
ReplyDeleteDrop me an e-mail at wclocost at gmail dot com if you want to chat about your project.