I've owned my 72 pre-L since 1976. All this time I've been wanting to strip the car to bare metal to see the condition, repair all rusted areas and repaint it. Last year I removed all parts except the front window and 40% of the undercoating. That's when it became apparent many pieces of sheet metal needed to be replaced. I took a cost estimate on the cost of the parts alone and it amounted to $11,000 without labor. The car is completely original and everything worked before dismantling. By the time I add parts, labor, paint and the remaining undercoating removal and repainting, the cost will be near $30,000. Would it be better for me to try and sell the car and parts as is? What is the car worth in it's present condition. Please, your advice will be appreciated. Thank you.
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