Okay, so I’ve been on this kick lately of digging into classic cars, and I finally took the plunge on a 1970 Pontiac convertible. I know, I know, it’s probably a money pit, but I couldn’t resist. Let me tell you about the whole shebang.
First, I spent weeks, maybe even months, just browsing online. I looked at tons of listings, trying to get a feel for what was out there, what kind of condition cars were in, and, most importantly, what the prices were like. I quickly learned that “good condition” can mean very different things to different people.
The Hunt
- Started my search online, using all the usual classic car websites.
- Filtered by year, make, and model – 1970 Pontiac, convertible. Obviously!
- Realized quickly that my budget was… optimistic.
After a few dead ends and some seriously overpriced rust buckets, I finally found one that looked promising. It was a few hours away, but the pictures looked decent, and the description seemed honest enough. So, I grabbed a buddy (you always need a second pair of eyes) and we hit the road.
The Inspection
We got there, and the car was… well, it was a project. The paint was faded, there were a few dings and dents, and the interior had definitely seen better days. But the engine fired up, surprisingly! The sound wasn’t pretty. It was a bit rough, and it was clear she needed a tune-up at least. My friend helpfully said “It sounds like a garbage truck!”.
My buddy and I crawled all over that thing. We checked for rust, looked at the frame, tested the lights and signals – the whole nine yards. My bud is really a car person, I just try my best. There were definitely some issues, but nothing that scared me off completely.
The Deal
After some serious back-and-forth with the seller (who, by the way, had some wild stories about the car’s history), we settled on a price. It was more than I initially wanted to spend, but less than I feared I’d have to. I handed over the cash, signed the paperwork, and just like that, I was the proud owner of a 1970 Pontiac convertible.
The Road Ahead
I managed to get it home. The real work is just beginning. I’ve already started making a list of things that need to be done – new paint, interior work, engine tune-up, probably some suspension stuff. I’ve order some part online and they are being deliveried. It’s going to be a long road, but I’m excited about it. Wish me luck! I will keep you updated on the progress.
