I'm Over This 1956 Chevy - Why I'm Selling My Dream Car

I can't believe it either but it's true! I'm selling my 1956 Chevy and explain why in this video. I'm optimistic that I will find a better one soon. We also included an update on our Dodge Charger project.
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[@mikemullay5622]

Liv, there is no shame in bailing early when in your judgement you will have to go too deep and work way too hard and spend way too much money to get what you want.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thanks Mike. I figured it was best I make this decision before I bought a bunch of parts and invested a lot of time into it. Appreciate the support.

[@MEANSTREETAUTO454]

A small autobody saw will cut the opening in the hood . You can finish it with a dremel then 80 grit sand paper , then normal refinishing from there. I would tape off the hole first so you don't get it out of shape. Sorry I still laughing at the comment " it will be like another one of you in the car 😂😂😂😂. Better watch it man !!

[@artco-zr1]

It's not that us KZbinrs have a short span of attention Olivia. I don't mind watching the bodywork videos. It's all part of the classic car process . The biggest thing is knowing you're happy with what you got. There's no shame in changing your mind. You're right it's a lot of work. And you guys got a full plate right now so do what makes you happy. That's what matters most. 😉

[@OdySlim]

Its your car. Do what you want with it. You dont owe anyone an explanation. Good luck on your search. Regards from Ody Slim

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you.

[@mathewmorrison4907]

Keeping the hood black with the gold paint would make it look amazing!!!

[@nathanlapp2244]

I made a similar decision as you 10 years ago on a 65 Chevy II that needed way too much time and money to get running. The lesson I learned was: Buy the best car you can afford! Stay away from cheap basket cases. Eventually, I got a 72 Buick Skylark convertible and have enjoyed it ever since!

[@NetWit20]

Two years before covid hit I ended up with a '68 Mini that I didn't want at all. I hated it. It was ugly and needed loads of work. But it ended up in my garage so I figured I'd better do something or push it out to the alley. Then covid hit and I was out of work and I just lived in the garage with her. One day six years later I opened the door and found a beautiful classic '68 Mini sitting there, and now she's my baby! Love at first sight may not be enough. I wouldn't be too picky, you never know what car is around the corner waiting for you.

[@jessicagreene1773]

The golden rule is always buy the best car you can afford because body work is usually the most expensive part of any restoration. I would rather replace an engine than a floorboard or quarter panel.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Same!

[@IAmTheCoastalGhost]

Liv, when I got my '55 two door wagon, I didn't foresee myself pulling the body off the frame to do a full floor pan, brakes, wiring, a whole lot of rust repair...but it was a Midwest car, and here I am. Take it from me, if you see and understand that the car is going to be that much work and time, you're making the right call. I'm doing the work on mine because it's how I'm learning how to work on these cars (and even though it's a pile, I love it to absolute death), but for you, bailing makes perfect sense. Good luck, your car is out there!

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thanks for being so understanding

[@martinezindustriesco.2740]

Never a bad idea to get something far more solid. Your time is valuable as well.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thanks

[@TriBgarage]

You forgot your roots. Every car in the Canadian rust belt starts in that condition. That car is mint. Call DD Speedshop, this is better condition then he usually starts with.

[@michaelkirkwood3316]

that's for real he could do all that in a weekend lol in a 2 car garage no big lifts and all that

[@michaelkirkwood3316]

I have done 2 - 61 Falcons 4 door to 2 door and did it just like he did it in mo bigger a shop

[@tborkman]

I am 60 and a mechanic my whole life. I’ve never seen a gas lock like that. Super cool!

[@geneharlow522]

Completely understand , I myself love turning wrenches and Hot Rodding cars , but when it comes to body work i will not touch it , I worked at a body shop in high school cleaning cars and to see them guys breathing bondo dust and paint fumes , it turned me off from body work , you will find a buyer and move on to your dream car , love your vids and you two are so real and a joy to watch together , keep up the great work ! geneo

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you!

[@billywird]

As an elderly gentleman (72) I grew up with these cars (in fact I knew about the gas tank filler in the taillight (lady on my dad's paper route bought one new) since I was four years old. My first car was a 56 Chevrolet (a 150 2dr sedan my grandfather bought from the original owner, and he gave it to dad for us kids to drive). This was in 1968 and the car was worn out but complete (235 three speed). I have seen the value (if you want to call it that) go up on these cars (people asking astronomical prices for junk). Now a contributing factor here is the internet as people are essentially bidding on vehicles without looking at them or not knowing what they are looking at. I sold a vehicle to a fellow who offered a price for the car without inspecting it just based off of what the going rate was via the internet. I did not argue with him on the price as the car was a rusted bucket (it was complete and would run and drive), but I would not have given even a fourth of what I sold him the car for. So, as we move along with these sales done online more and more people are realizing that they paid way too much by not inspecting the car and not knowing what to look for. It appears as though you bit off more than you could chew regarding this car. With experience (and experience is not only knowing what to do but knowing what not to do) you know what to look for in inspecting a vehicle (you have an example in your boyfriend's 56). But of course, finding a better used car to use as a base the asking price may go up but in the long run the less work will pay off (and remember there are quite a few 4dr to 2dr conversions out there). Buy with your head and not your heart and stay away from these wannabe hot rods because you never know what extra work they entail (unless you buy from an established shop and of course the price will be way out of your budget) Remember the cheap comes out expensive. One thing that the You Tube does hurt is that it misleads people into thinking that this work does not take as much time as it actually does due to the magic of television or video I should say. Having to tear a vehicle down to nuts and bolts and rebuilding it and reassembling it takes a whole heap of time to do than when said vehicle came down the assembly line. One thing about the You Tube channels is that a lot of these cars that people do are at least showing what was done to the car and buyers can get an idea of what they are getting themselves into (that is if the channel is honest). In their stock form these tri five Chevrolets are basically good cars and although the engineering is older, I would have no compunction about driving one out on the highway (one that is in good mechanical shape). As a matter of fact, I did just that more than fifty years ago commuting from Tampa Fl (where I went to school) to Jacksonville Fl on the weekends and of course using the car during the week. With all of the latest mechanical stuff that we have available now the cars can be made even more reliable and safer. Good luck.🥸👍👍👍

[@brucejoslen2021]

Hello from New Zealand. I have done that so many times I have lost count. Problem is, when your passion is cars, it tends to be fluid. There is always something else just over the horizon. I have let go '35 Chevs, '56 Chevs, '55 and '56 Pontiacs, '60 Chev, and heaps of English and Australian models as well. My great love will always be '56 Belair four door hard top. They are the prettiest cars ever. Looking forward to following your journey to the next one.

[@wesleypulkka7447]

Liv, your car, your project, your decision! Cheers! Keep looking for the right one!

[@ladetrucker]

I had a 66 Chevy Bellaire. It was my first car, and a beast, I loved it. It was an Arizona car with no rust. I did all the body work intending to paint it I woke up one day and sold it to a Co worker in the body shop. You know your limits, and your not wrong.

[@debbieslaughter8038]

Yes I have done that and I hope you will find the car that you really want

[@Memry-dq7ug]

Didn’t y’all sell a gorgeous ‘56 Post right before you bought this? 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Yes. That car was Danny's. I couldn't afford that one either. It was too nice.

[@markbrown6236]

If the 56 is out of your wheelhouse, its not practical for you. So down the road it goes. It's cool. Love the Charger build and the new hood. Keeping the stock gas filler is the jewel on the crown with a Charger, well done.

[@pierrelalonde3705]

It's a 56 and old. I had one and over time the front end went, ball joints, coil springs, tie rods. Then lots of rust was popping up, the floor had holes and so on. Eventually I got rid of it, too bad the engine was a modified 283 CI power pack with 4 barrel and 4 speed muncie and it was very quick.

[@cjones32853]

My wife had a ‘56 Chevy 4-door when we met in 1972. Wish we weren’t so danged far away and had lots of money 😂

[@mh-qq2hj]

I don’t blame you for pulling the plug. You learned a lesson from it. Be patient and some day you’ll find the one. I’m betting if you start digging deeper into that trunk and rear quarters, the rust is worse than you think! Lol

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

That's exactly what Danny said... and I'm not willing to find out just how bad it may be. Rather keep saving my $$ for a better one

[@joemateo9]

Another great video guys. Liv, I appreciate your honesty regarding your car. Im sure that was a very difficult decision to make. That honesty will help others in making decisions regarding their project cars. There will be other opportunities. Take your time, save your pennies. Great progress on the Charger. Love the updates you provide on her. Im a Ford guy but also drive a 2013 Dodge Challenger. Enjoy watching the progress. Liv, love the way you're wearing your hair. Im a 71 yr old and you remind me of my daughter. She has hair just like you. I look at you and remember her. Thank you for that. Be safe always. Blessings from Texas...🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@Klingon2468]

Liv, it's your car, your money, your choice, do what's best for you. I really hope you find the car of your dreams.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@danielkoch6815]

On cutting the fiberglass hood...use an air saw if you have it, or if not use a battery powered sawzall using a fine-tooth (steel cutting) blade. Run the saw on as slow a speed as possible. The key is to keep the dust to a minimum and not throw it all over the shop. You may need a Dremel to finish the edges. If you are allergic and the dust makes you itch (like me), give yourself a good dusting with baby powder first. Or you could just scratch for 3 days...

[@pauldutram455]

I have over 6 years in my 56 wagon and it's not even close. I just pulled the plug on it, I'm sick about it but I guess I'll get over it. Good luck young lady!

[@debbiebermudez5890]

Mr. B. Here ! ☕️🍩😎👀👍. Good move Liv, most people do not realize how much it takes to bring a car back ! Good luck finding a new owner ! ☕️🍩😎👀👍

[@chuckborghoff8443]

Y13 is a standard lock key. Every hardware store will have it in stock. Not specific to Mopar.

[@jasondiorio]

I got so nervous for Danny when he started doing math 🤣😆 So funny and relatable - that's why we love your channel!

[@chadglass7705]

I bought a cheap BMW E39 manual transmission, 5-series. I really wanted that model for a while then got one. Once I began researching it and digging into it, there were several things not disclosed to me at the sale. The problems began surfacing and mounting and I realized the project was just not what I thought it'd be. It wasn't for me. So I sold it at a loss. But I just couldn't be ok with keeping it. It would have been an expensive nightmare.

[@rodriguez8572]

for the fiberglass hood i used die grinder with carbide burr bits and keep shop vac close

[@jamesf4405]

Don't sweat it. I did the same thing with a '68 Chevelle years ago. I loved that car, but the rust just took over. Before I'd bought it, someone had painted it and it was full of bondo. Like you, when the bondo started to crack and flake off, it was time to sell her. But, that was years ago. I only paid $800 for the car and got that much when I sold her.

[@Viktorrhansen]

totally make sense would take hours and budget to make it just to hanks standards its just easier and cheaper to find one that's "done"

[@RebeldryversGarage]

We all get a car that turns out to be more than we bargained for. The object is not to get in up to your neck before you realize it. Even though my dad's first car was a 56 Chevy 210 2 door sedan, I still am partial to the 55 210 Del Rey Club coupe.

[@bigblockkings1031]

Can I ask what the difference is between the two. I have a 210 55 post sedan. It has the 210 trim but the belair dash. They could be add as an option from the factory?🤔

[@RebeldryversGarage]

@@bigblockkings1031 The Delray was a 210 model, only 2 door sedan, it had upgraded interior is all to make a mid-level between the 210 and Bel Air. I came across one decades ago, and I wanted one ever since.

[@bigblockkings1031]

@@RebeldryversGarage thanks 👍

[@arthurroy1463]

My favorite of the tri 5's is the 55. When I was 18 back in 1973 I bought one from one of my buddies. It had a tired 327 and four speed. The rear wheel wells were radiused and it has GTO bucket seats. I bought a short block 350 LT1 from Chevy (with solid cam rated at 370hp) and replaced the 327 with a bunch high performance parts. It was a cool car and I loved it. The only problem was it rattled a lot. The owner of speed shop I went to had a 68 Camaro that he was selling that had just been painted and he was racing up in Epping, NH. He had pulled the big block out and was selling the car as a roller. So I pulled the 350 out of the 55 and sold it to finance the Camaro. I still remember the day it left, sitting on my steps and watching my 55 being towed out of the driveway and down the street. When I see my buddy who I bought the car from we both agree that was the one were sorry we let go

[@volksnut]

Dont sweat it and dont think for a minute your the only one that has done this. Now that you know what you want keep at it. Keep making content and we'll watch, do keep us updated on the sale and possible purchase on the next one...

[@charlespatrick8650]

my dad bought a four door 1956 Chevy in that same two-tone color in 1958, it was his favorite car, I have the sales contract somewhere, think my mom talked him into trading it in for a 1961 Ford in 1963, happened way before I was even born, but he always regretted letting go of the 56 Chevy whenever we'd talk about cars

[@funnlivinit]

Back in the '70s, a Hells Angels Harley rider laughed at me as I put my locking gas cap behind the license plate of my Ford. I asked, what are you laughing about? He said that locks are to keep honest people out. I looked at him puzzled. He continued, "If I want your gas I'll just stab my knife into the bottom of your gas tank and catch what I need in a pan. The rest will just run out on the street." Be honest with yourself. When will you leave that car anyplace that someone could spend the 10 minutes it would take to siphon 5 gallons of gas?

[@rickythornton7330]

That Mopar is really looking good. 👍

[@cawfeedawg]

The Charger is such an awesome project. It is why I subscribed. Just a note on the aluminum tank, I would make sure it doesn't come in contact with any steel to prevent the aluminum from corroding. I am really digging this channel.. keep it up!

[@thedukeofspeed]

Hi Every time I acquire my dream car I always winding up having to sell it for one reason or an other but this time it's gonna be different! Love the show!

[@trevorcozens1677]

Hi Liv. I know how you feel. Years ago I had my dream car ,it was a 1966 VW Combi . It was a 1500 German assembled vehical that I owned for about two years. I paid $1500.00 for it then set about improving things . I fitted a webber carb and fitted a 12 volt alternator and updated the headlights etc. I took it into our local VDub garage for a warrant of fitness check which it passed and he told me he had someone who wanted it and was willing to pay good money for it. At the time I said no to the offer and went home. the next day the mechanic rang and said that the man would pay more for it, so after a bit of thought I decided to sell. I have since tried to buy another one but they are now selling for 30 to 70 thousand dollars here in New Zealand. But I suppose you can not cry over spilt milk, since then I have owned a lot of cars and now own a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee which is another of my dream cars.

[@DaPenceman]

You gotta know when to hold them and when to fold them. My personal belief if you are not hurting for money and it's paid for, it cost nothing to keep it

[@ctsroaddog]

No worries Liv every car I've had, I've really wanted and unfortunately we can't keep them all. Know what works and doesn't work for you guys is half the battle. Hopefully someone picks this one up soon and you find the one that right for you. Happy hunting!

[@IndirectConnection1]

I don't blame you one bit, Liv. Ive told myself this at least 1564.5 times. Living in WI makes this a little more difficult, but the next car will be better! Also, those who haven't done youtube, should try editing a video once. I lose my mind everytime i try to make sense of what i film! -Jason-

[@wizard7mm]

If any cars are going to be built on this channel you will need to sell it as well

[@beaumontbenji4083]

I bought my 68 Charger when I was 18. Instantly regretted it, but still have it 😂 I know I’ll regret it more if I sell it.

[@mikestone5595]

I suggest that you paint the left fender of the Charger matte black for the trip. That will give you more time to finish the mechanicals and plan the final paint job. And it will still look good for the trip.

[@jmr1970]

For the correct ballast. Keep your battery on the right passenger side. In the trunk the engine torque from left front to rear right. Especially when you get your scales, the way the car.

[@bigbearvenom6145]

I'd use something like your dremel with thin fiber abrasive cut off wheel. Don't use any reciprocate tool with saw tooth that could possible crack the fiber glass. Rotary tool is the way.

[@cliffharris322]

Yes I had a 1980 2oor caprice

[@SmittyInVegas]

I bought and sold antique Harley‘s for 30 years. My best friend would scold me so bad when I sold something really cool. I always told him. There’s always more. & there was! Hahaha! Smitty

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Hahah I'm going to start saying that

[@johnbehneman1546]

PLEASE KEEP US UPDATED!!!! I LOVE EVERYTHING!!!!

[@bigbearvenom6145]

On your aluminum tank when you weld that tube on it would be advantagous to have a small bead rolled on the end of the tube where the hose will attach, and clamp. Also make it shorter because longer tubes always have a tendency to crack close to weld when their longer with weight on it or tension on them.

[@Flowmaster77530]

I think you should paint the charger black. It looks super cool with those black panels currently. Keep up the awesome work and keep bringing the adventures, love your channel. 😎

[@bigbearvenom6145]

The numbers generally relate to the key blank required and how the key is to be cut so the locksmith can duplicate a key by the number that replicates it. If you lose the key they have to work a little harder to make a key for you. At least get the number recorded in your phone so if you lose the key you can have a new one made when you walk into a locksmith shop.

[@nickshevchenko-zx2ku]

keep the 56 as a parts car for your next project

[@SmittyInVegas]

My humble opinion. The Bel-Air looks way better. The cool part about the paint is. Comin at ya, the car is blue. Leaving from the back it’s white. Patience to get what you want is a mindset.

[@johnnylom9915]

I praise your decision as when i first saw the 56 I knew it was going to be a expensive and time consuming process. Even though I would have watched from start to finish. If you are a body man not so scary. Every time I've look for one i search for the best body and even though it will cost a little more it will definitely be a much better start. Tri 5s are my favourite and the Belair trim is also my favourite. I don't know about anyone else but I could watch any aspect of a Tri 5 rebuild and never get bored.

[@Raufinsfury]

Bought a scout to build and off road. When i started had no idea about parts prices. After finding out about prices i couldnt bring myself to do all that then four by with it. I sold it and bought a bronco

[@maximuswedgie5149]

Sometimes settling on a project that doesn’t require bodywork is a lot more fun if that’s your thing. If you’re a body man, then that’s exactly a project type for you. Me personally I would like to start with the straight car and would settle on many different cars than the fun can start up being a creative mechanic, but that’s just me.

[@thomasallen259]

Sometimes we look at a project with rose colored glasses, I bought a '64 El Camino that was more rusty than expected. I should have walked away.

[@CoolBlue87GT]

Looking forward to seeing the gold you both choose. You made a good decision with letting that 56 go for a better one later. Good luck with the Charger project, thanks to you both.

[@davidparise4517]

Guys welcome back from Hawaii I loved going there with you two, as I will never be able to go there. Guys leave that charger black! It looks amazing! You two should be so proud of all that you both have accomplished in your young lives. Many props to you!

[@terryrussell126]

i would love to own that 56 i dont care about the rust

[@user-ix4gr6qu1g]

No Dear you are not the only one who did that. I always wanted a Datsun 280 zx and after I finally got one I ended up having to sell it.

[@rockatanskyrodshop8533]

I actually just started watching your channel this is the first video I've seen so I gotta go back and start watching them lol, anyway I see a lot of cars come and go and by all means there's no shame in dipping out of a project before you get to deep in it, you will find the right one!

[@trumbley22]

Y13 is the key blank number, so that you can get a key cut.

[@RandyGeorgeson]

Use a Air Saw or a body saw and don't forget to tape around the edges 👍

[@ultra4suzukisamurai679]

A company called AutoFab makes nice hood pin kits. They are still old school style but the round plate that mounts to the hood is urethane instead of the chest chrome sheet metal. They have some flex to protect the fiberglass and don’t make that awful scrape sound when opening. I use them on my race car and love them. Just don’t over tighten the hardware and distort the urethane plate.

[@hooligangeneral300]

That creep cage with subframe connectors will make a huge difference though.

[@frankiem749]

Danny save yourself the hassle just make a template to drill out the hoodscoop. The template is just to have the holes even and lined up you cant choose how big the holes are. Plus you then dont have to find something to "fill" in the opening. Again go two tone on the paint sides black and the top gold. That template for the sanding disc is neat but if they make a 2 ½ you can potentially get two more uses out of the 3 inch disc. Cut it from 3" down to 2 ½" then again to 2".

[@My2ndtimearound]

It’s so sad to see this project hit the skids. Best of luck with the next one.

[@user-yp8ky8us3s]

Anyone who has Done several Trifive’s full floor pans quarters etc. etc. etc. knows how much time and money you can end up dumping into it the thing is you’re lucky you’re in the area and everything around you is not of totally routed to hell that car probably came from the rust belt or it sat by the ocean. It’s entire life.

[@lazyhoundracing9621]

A general target for weight on a drag car is 53% front 47% rear. The weight will transfer.

[@livnlife4meagain]

Tri 5's are getting harder and harder to find. Especially one that hasn't been fully customized. I'd keep it. And be HAPPY I found it to begin with.

[@bigblockkings1031]

Awesome video guys! The right 56 will come to you when it's ready. My 55 is basically like Hank. California car, no rust, charger is looking great!

[@brucecoleman6014]

Two door post are hard to find , they used them for stock cars and a lot of them went to junk yard early on

[@EdwardVanmoppes-kv4tv]

Y13 on the number on the key is the number to determine what key blank to use when making a copy. For example most house keys have a number thatsbeither kw1 for kwik set or sc1 for shalage locks. Old car keys also have specific #s or master lock keys start with an m and a number. Anyway love your videos. Keep up the awesome work 😂

[@krazy4baja]

I had a 1973 Barricuda. Bought it for $2000, loved that car but, like you the more I looked at it the more I realized there was way too much work to do on it. I would always get a lot of offers on it too which was very annoying at the start, I couldn’t go anywhere with someone wanting to buy it from me, people would even leave notes on my 73 Barricuda besides coming up to me personally to offer me a price to buy it. The time came when I was moving to another city, I had left it at my brothers place and said I’d give him half the price of what I wanted to sell the car for if I could leave it parked at his place and put a for sale sign on it. Well it didn’t take to long to sell it and now I kinda wish I never have sold it because it would have been such a cool car restored in it original condition with a few mods to make it faster and handle the road better.

[@carlosgarza1962]

Liv, another great job. Charger looks good. Good luck finding your dream 56. Shoot I need a car gal like you. Danny is a lucky your. Yall are a good match

[@richardw.smithjr.6683]

Miss Scaffidi: You're the best there is, no need to throw in the towel. Gnarly is you & Danny's business. I enjoy all the videos. Good luck on future work at Gnarly Speed Shop.

[@brucebates2795]

Don't feel bad. Had 59 sprite with positive ground. Loved it but every time I drove it I had to rewire something.

[@user-kn7zz9cs7o]

Your videos are great and very informative! Watching you guys beats tv by a long ways! Always looking forward to the next. Life is what happens to you when you’re making other plans!

[@randyhoepker5528]

Better to sell now than after you take it apart and make that decision. If it’s not for you, you are doing the right thing. Cut the hood using what a sabre saw. I use one for cutting out rotten metal on my restoration projects. They are small air tools that sell for under $20 at Harbor Freight. You can buy blades there too. An example of one would be the Astro Pneumatic 930 Air Body Sabre Saw on eBay. Harbor Freight sells the same tool for less. I bought mine a couple of years ago and cut sheet metal with mine. Works on fiberglass too and will cut out the holes in your scoop. You can leave the hood on the Charger in flat black and paint the rest of the car gold. Mopar did that with the T/A Challenger and AAR Cuda and the 69 440-Six Pack Roadrunner and Super Bee models. A flat black hood would look great with the gold paint!

[@6538970]

Yep been there and done that, purchased a 67 442 conv and had it shipped and found out really fast got way in over my head, sold it and lost 2000 but a lesson learned spend the extra money and get car done and complete.

[@mikelawless1907]

You asked to share our own experiences that would be similar. My own is not all that different. Back when I was about you guys age, I had to put my hot rod/drag racing ambitions on hold while out boys were growing up. Then in the mid 90s, I wanted to get back into the scene with a street strip car. I chose a VW Karmann Ghia, because I had VWs when I was young and I figured I could go drag racing with a VW cheaply. The car I chose was, while within my budget, I learned quickly how NOT to choose and/or restore a car. Like you mentioned, I should have held out, spent a bit more money up front and bought a more solid car. Fortunately, I later found another car that I intended to use as a donor for the first one. This other car turned out to be MUCH more suitable. Earlier model, all the trim was there, solid body. So I decided to switch gears and do up this "donor" car instead. Of course I found that racing a VW is NOT cheap! Once a certain performance level is passed, one finds the weakest links. And let me tell you, fixing those weak links to make a VW live are a BUNCH of money! But, over time, I ended up with one of the fastest all steel, "street legal" (registered and insured, but not very practical for the street) Karmann Ghias in the country. Turbocharged, fuel injected and running on methanol, it has run a best of 9.70 at 143mph. A few years ago, I gave it to my son who now races it, and we go racing together, with old dad here in a supporting role. I'm still having the time of my life! So, stick to your plan, chalk this one up to a learning experience, (we spend our whole lives learning) and go find your dream '56!

[@valricogarcia]

Damn, Olivia. I'm sad to see this one leaving. I like it just the way it is. Cool patina and great stance. If it were mine, I'd just shore up the safety stuff and reliability and leave the cosmetics alone. I understand this one isn't exactly what you want though and I'm sure you'll make the next one "yours". Love the channel.

[@danielbaskas2741]

Oh I regret getting rid of my 1973 Mach 1 Mustang, also my 1965 VW Bug...I know how it is....but now I have a 1929 Ford Model A that I love!

[@Xocolatben]

Talk to DD Speed shop up in Winnipeg of the Northern lands, he is a sage on tri-fives. He is fixing up a 55 for sale in his current video series.

[@danfrombam]

I’m completely on board with your decision. I’ve been doing metal and bodywork for two years in all my spare time on a heap. I thought it would be therapeutic but it turned into a huge burden. I even bought other projects to play with to get my mind off the big one. It didn’t help. Buying a nicer project is by far the better route.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thanks Dan.

[@richardoswalt1009]

You need to watch DD'S speed shop, he builds hot rods quick, just for a different look at building a car. I really enjoy watching Dan watch some of his videos I think you will to.

[@Zelaznogsiul-63]

That is a project for D D speed shop, I don’t know if you have seen their channel but that is the type of cars that he fixes, the only problem is that they are in Canada.

[@coreyhholliwwa1857]

I understand how you feel, I have my dad's '76 F150 4x4, I'm handicap now and can't take care of her the way she needs she needs a good home, I feel like I'm giving up on my daughter, this truck is so important to me but she has to go

[@Rambling_Rover]

I believe the easy restorations are done. You might get lucky. But vast majority are near junk or near show cars. As you know by your own searches. I do wish you luck 🤞

[@James_71]

Always do what is best for yourselves. Hate to see the 56 go. Hope you find the one you're looking for. Great jib guys

[@markobergh2886]

Y 13 is a fairly common key number. Should have one at any key shop

[@sirena7116]

Maybe you did exactly what you needed to do with it. Buy it, get it running, drive it, then sell it. I'm sure you've learned a lot and the next car you buy will be much more of what you really want.

[@adamscustomshop]

Change the plan to black with the gold you want in stripes or highlights or something. You should try and find an artist to do some renderings with the colors you want and then ask people to vote and that may help sway you one way or another. Looking awesome though, keep it up!

[@nicolaszamora5366]

Hi, Olivia. How are you?

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Hi! Doing well over here. How about you?

[@nicolaszamora5366]

Working hard.

[@jonnysuperglide]

I wish I had that 1956 Chevy it’s beautiful you guys rock