Repair-It

Ever try typing 'Project' into the cars&trucks portion of craigslist? Don't do it....

Sure, it's a '75... But look at those swivel seats!!
http://providence.craigslist.org/cto/4294433509.html

Comes with lots of parts, and already runs!
http://providence.craigslist.org/cto/4267605312.html

Want something nicer??
http://providence.craigslist.org/cto/4303225275.html

I don't need any of these, or have the money, space, or time to own them... but I could definately spend a lot of time browsing this and imagining the possiblities...

This one was listed a while ago but too perfect for Kevin... '73 Coupe Deville!
http://providence.craigslist.org/cto/4228178090.html

Or how about something with a 6.2 diesel...
http://providence.craigslist.org/cto/4267191524.html

540i 6-Speed!! $2000! It only needs its motor assembled and resinstalled!!
http://providence.craigslist.org/cto/4245295673.html

Fast_Ed wrote:Or how about something with a 6.2 diesel...
http://providence.craigslist.org/cto/4267191524.html

Yes! This has the high output 6.2L J-code engine.

Read all about the CUCV (M1008 GM defense truck) and variants: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commercial ... GM_Defense

This engine has 155hp @ 3600rpm and 257 lb-ft @ 2000rpm. So somewhere in the 305 range, with a little more power than an LG4 but as much torque (and a little lower rpm) as the L03. With decent fuel economy. And that awesome diesel sound. 4.56 axle is not as cool with the turbo 400. Not a daily driver.

I like this:

Want to quick sell my 1986 Chevrolet military issued pickup. Tranny and engine are perfect for its age. Could use valve covers cleaned out.

Everything's perfect. Just clean out the oil sludge.

Fast_Ed wrote:This one was listed a while ago but too perfect for Kevin... '73 Coupe Deville!
http://providence.craigslist.org/cto/4228178090.html

Yup, you're talking my language. Those are great. Though if you're gonna go barge, might as well get the sedan DeVille or brougham. Or, for something totally unmanageable, the Sedan 75. http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/cad1970/CAD73D.HTM

Compression was down to 8.5:1 and the 472 V8 (great engine) was down to 220 hp and 365 lb-ft. Even the shortest wheelbase on this platform was 130 inches. I say the Sedan 75 is unmanageable because its wheelbase is a staggering 151.5 inches. That's 2-1/2 FEET more wheelbase than the 77-96 D-body.

These are also fun conversations pieces to discuss gross vs net horsepower. In 1971, the 500 had 8.5:1 compression and 365 hp gross. It also had a 235 hp net rating. So yeah. About those 400+ horsepower 60s engines....very few actually put out any kind of OMG power, and they are usually worth serious coin now. Cadillac also put their analog multiport EFI on the 500 in 75-76 (215 hp!) which is also interesting.

I would like to at least drive something with one of these engines someday. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cadillac_V ... 7s_largest

kevm14 wrote:I would like to at least drive something with one of these engines someday. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cadillac_V ... 7s_largest

A friend of mine in high school's father liked old Caddilacs and always had several late 70's through early 80's models. I specifically remember a Coupe Deville with a 425, maybe a '78. It was a light turquoise with a matching leather interior. It, like my Cutlass, had no power if you wound it out. However, with so much torque available at such a low RPM, the thing was a comfortable cruiser and never felt like it was straining when accelerating at part throttle. According to Wikipeida, the 425 put out 320 lb-ft at 2000 rpm for the carb engine. Not a 472 or 500, but you get the idea.

If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up.

Not really a project: http://providence.craigslist.org/cto/4278593599.html
Choice quote (will make more sense when you see what it is):

Car has no issues. No check engine light or any other lights on. Taken care of and given its oil changes regularly. Hardly driven and the car has not seen snow this year. The engine and transmission run smooth no leaks, smells ,knocks or weird noises. Very quiet and smooth. The only sound you can hear is the turbo spooling.

Now this is a project!
http://providence.craigslist.org/cto/4228711951.html
Silver top 20V 4AGE swap. It only makes ~160hp, but it does that at 7400rpm. Also factory ITB, which is cool. The later black top versions rev even higher. They sound like this when you remove the factory air box/plenum thing: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xo5IbRhh7TM

Some dreamer couldn't pull off his project.

kevm14 wrote:Some dreamer couldn't pull off his project.

They would buy it, lake one thing apart and let it sit for years before putting it back up for sale.