How much does a restoration really cost?

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My friend was quoted $9000 to paint his 71 firebird. With a 9 month waiting period. The car would be completely disassembled, cleaned, painted and re-assembled.

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I know this is not exactly what your asking but my buddies 1965 Corvette Big Block was primed - sealed - painted for $21,000. I have never seen a mid year Corvette with better paint. I will send anyone pictures, this is a car!

Corvettes are always more expensive because of the fiber glass. The resto on my car took a sweet penny, but my car is so original, it would be a waste not to restore an example like it. I have a friend who restored a 1972 Grand Prix SJ and he only spent $25K from start to finish. It matters who you bring the car to and what resto you want. Kevin McKay of Corvette Repair will not do a restoration for less than $85K. Hope this helps.

-Dan