Thanks Jack21, Yes my information file is growing VERY fat, and so is the photo file/folder on my computer!
Clay, they were/are asking $49,999 for the Contemporary. They say sht eprice is mainly driven by the actual 427 and the 4 speed top loader. It may very well be a resonable price for the car and you're right as far as I'm concerned, it looks very solid.
My problem is I Really want to stay away from the 4 speed - authentic yes, but I want a 5 speed (for the obvious reasons) and I'd have to figure that change-out in estimating the total project cost.
Additionally - being in this geographic area, as you know, (OK - well at least for me) at least a soft top (and I'd like a tonneau) is mandatory - the Contemporary had neither - so throw in ~ another $1500 for those.
The only blemishes I saw were some small piant chips in the hoop scoop rivets, a minor form/mold line on top of the driver's side front fender, a small bubble & separation in the interior back wall finish material (behind the driver's seat) and it looks as though it's been washed a few times with a slightly abbrasive cloth or something (characteristic little swirly scratches in the paint).
It has a slightly over-sized
oil cooler that stands out - but that's no big deal.
All the other parts are in place - but I didn't inspect it too thoroughly either (underneath, etc.)
They said they may be willling to sharpen the pencil a little, but I still think with the additions/alterations I'd need - it's just not for me.
It was a nice car though - for sure - real beafy and seemed solid.