Reply to "how much work do you think this would be?"

I agree with the above replies. All good things to think about.

For me, a large part of the enjoyment of my car comes from putting all the work into it.

My car was in better shape body wise but did not run or drive. I also paid much more than this cars asking price for it.

I intentionally looked for a project car that I could do a GT5 conversion on so my car fit me well.

I think Larry Stock has a complete shell minus everything else that might be able to be combined with this car to make a car.

I applaud you for wanting to do a GT5S conversion. They are beautiful cars.
If you are only interested in the body aspect of the build then buy a nice running driving car and send buckets of cash to the body shop. Then all thats left after body mods and paint is drive and enjoy it.

If you are thinking of taking one down to the level of Comp2 or accobra where you have a bare shell to start then that should also dictate your decision.

Either way only you know what your pain and pocketbook threshold is. I wish you the best of luck. Keep us posted on your decision.