Zedder,
Sorry, I didn't check my e-mail last night. The paint is 75% original Lacquer in really great shape as are the stripes. It is amazing how the paint survived all these years. In the mid 90's the drivers door and Quarter were scraped in a parking lot accident that required minor bodywork and a Lacquer repaint. The paint matches up very well. There are minor scratches, chips, and dings, characteristic of a 37 year old paint job but it shines very well.
Feel free to call me and we can discuss the car further.
I have been through the entire car and checked everything. It drives remarkably tight and rattle free. All of the front suspension components were like new. The car could use a alignment as I did it by the "sight or string" method. The steering wheel is straight while driving though. The car shifts very tight and smooth as well. Here are some additional pics:
CE Engine Stamp
H 21 9 Casting Date
Shortblock going together
Axle Tube Stamping
Original Rear Gear
Rustfee Original Paint Underbody
Trans Stamping
Paul