1963 Pontiac Catalina 389 on 2040-cars
Mount Prospect, Illinois, United States
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I just purchased this vehicle with the intention of restoring it but I came across another vehicle so I will let this one go. First of all, this car has not been touch or repainted, someone did some body work in the back and that's it. The odometer reads 74000 miles which I was told is correct and by the condition of this I believe it. I drove the car on the expressway 70 miles to get it home without any issues. If you plan on restoring this classic it will need lower quarters and rocker panels (all available on line). The doors and trunk are very solid. Driver side fender will need a patch on the rear lower part and the passenger side is good. The trunk pan is good but 2 spots on the seam will need repair. All these issues seem to have started in the last couple years, this car has not been rusting out for the last 20 years, so it can still be salvaged rather simply. The hood is also solid aside from the small pits starting to form on the front. Bumpers have no dents, the front is in great shape and the rear has some surface rust in 2 spots. Dash board is perfect, no splits or cracks, radio still works as well as wipers. Seats and door panels will need attention, carpet is original and in great shape. ALL the trim is there. The most expensive part of restoring these cars are the availability of the chrome trim, this one has it all. Tires are new and the engine and trans were rebuilt 20,000 miles ago. It's a 389 2bbl engine. Any questions please ask. I can send more pictures. Also included is the rolling frame pictured. It's from a 63 Catalina as well and can be used on this car. The frame on the car is solid but had some repair done in the past on the passenger side. This frame would be for a full resto. It's free if you want it.
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