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LUNATIK
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 Posted: Mon Aug 08, 2011 1:54 am Post subject: "The Resurrection Project" 1956 Ghia (Another one) |
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After many months thinking how to tackle this restoration, I decided to leave it in the hands of an expert; And now the car is gone to TRP for good TLC, this project will not be easy, it really needs a lot of metal replacement due to rust and previous collisions.
This is the story of my 56 ghia; I hope everyone enjoy this project. Here are some pics when I got it from the previous owner.
And here is a thread that I started when I was trying to do this job myself that I never started because I was too overwhelmed about the amount of work.
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?p=4327687&highlight=#4327687
I was looking to modify the car in the past but now my idea has change and the restoration will be back to the original condition but with a twist...
Color: Antelope Brown/Dark brown top (as original painted) this car has the tow tone paint under layers of paint jobs. Can anyone guide me to the right color codes?
Interior: Looking to go back to the correct colors
Wheels: ????
Tranny: Not period correct
Engine: ????
Suspension: Low
Any ideas or comments please bring them forward... I appreciate any kind of feedback...
Regards,
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Rich's 50
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| Posted: Mon Aug 08, 2011 6:44 am Post subject: |
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Trust me your in good hands.....From the looks of the ghia it doesnt look too bad  |
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VintageVeeDub65
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| Posted: Mon Aug 08, 2011 7:22 pm Post subject: |
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Oh shit!!! 
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Need a front clip???
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WrennMetallWerks
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62 Crew Cab
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| Posted: Mon Aug 08, 2011 9:49 pm Post subject: |
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always... whatcha got??? feel free to post pix or pm me some if you have the time! thanx man! |
It hasnt been hit ..the lower nose is a little crusty but the fenders are real nice....ill send you some pics..
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David
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| Posted: Mon Aug 08, 2011 10:40 pm Post subject: |
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I can't wait to see this one resurrected.
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Glad to see you didn't give up. 
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LUNATIK
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| Posted: Tue Aug 09, 2011 4:50 pm Post subject: |
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Ohh Shit!!! Now I am commited
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I almost gave up to the whole VW Hobby after loosing a lot in the previous years with some business closing out. But reading other people posts about their project it serve me of inspiration to continue looking on how to restore this car.
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TRP+LowLight...mmmmm.
Looking forward to this build! You made a wise choice!!!!!!
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technik
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| Posted: Tue Aug 09, 2011 8:12 pm Post subject: |
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mmmmmmmm Antelope brown
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WrennMetallWerks
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Rich's 50
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| Posted: Wed Aug 10, 2011 11:59 am Post subject: |
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| technik wrote: |
mmmmmmmm Antelope brown
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Not a every day color i see at the shows in Cali....It's going to be nice when it is done |
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LUNATIK
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| Posted: Wed Aug 10, 2011 8:00 pm Post subject: |
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| technik wrote: |
mmmmmmmm Antelope brown
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Not a every day color i see at the shows in Cali....It's going to be nice when it is done |
Wow! This picture change everything. This is the first time I see the color combination ever, it is very slick sick... I just imagine the car low with chrome out wheels.
Now I have to work overtime 
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technik
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| Posted: Fri Aug 12, 2011 4:40 am Post subject: |
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Here are some interior shots that might help. Looks like you need thin back seats.
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| Posted: Fri Aug 12, 2011 7:09 am Post subject: |
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Dude!! This is going to be super-badass for sure!!! I love that color combo!
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