I have a dilemma, I wanted some real input from you guys on what path to take with these projects. I purchased a 1986 GT T top hatchback from a guy about 4 months ago. I thought the car was nice, it runs great. It has low miles one owner, came with a box of receipts and even a car fax. It has nice paint, no bad lines and the interior is good everything works well. I was aware of the bottom of both doors being rusted and I was okay with that because of the price. I drove the car all over and I did notice the the T tops were not sealing against the glass so I got new seals. In the process of replacing the T top seals and the faded cowl panel plastic I started to notice more rust. I look even deeper and found rust holes on the A pillar where the passenger door attaches, both passenger and drivers floor pans are shot and inside the cowl panel there is rust but it hasn't made holes yet. I have not pulled the passenger fender to see just how bad the rest is but I am sure its bad too. The outside of the car is beautiful, all the suspension is tight it drives straight and I always get compliments whenever I take it anywhere. I have since purchased a very nice 93 GT roller that is all there except the engine and transmission all the interior is factory light Grey leather and beautiful. The body is straight the car is not chopped up the wiring harnesses are all there ect. My question is do you guys think the 86 gt is worth throwing money at to try and save it? Or should I just say to hell with it and rob the low mileage engine and transmission and part it out. I am having a hard time trying to figure out what to do because I love the 4 eyed cars, especially love the T tops and the car is just so pretty. I do not know body work at all nor do I know anyone in the state of Texas. I only moved here a few months ago from across the country. I am a welder by trade so that isn't the issue. I am sure I can replace the floors but I am afraid of the A pillar and for sure the bottom of the cowl panel. Any advice would be greatly appreciated, especially from paint and body guys. Anyone in the Central Texas area with resources too.
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