I recently had a friend that had purchased quite a few used classic car parts
for his 32 ford.? Let’s just say that if everything would have gone as
planned, I would not be writing this article.? I’ll explain a bit.? He
received his parts and noticed that some of the parts had been aftermarket parts
- hey no problem right? – wrong.
Depending on the quality and restoration that you want to do, you will have
to decide between used classic car parts, new classic car parts and aftermarket
classic car parts.
The field seems to be split right down the center.? Many guys are
willing to do the extra part preparation on used classic car parts just for the
fact that it is just that – an original classic car part.? Many guys get
caught up in wanting the perfect show car for the least amount of time invested.?
This leads them to new classic car parts or aftermarket car parts.
Not all aftermarket car parts are equal.? Something like decals or door
and window rubbers are fine, but when you get into engine and transmission parts
- that’s where there can be a problem.? Many of the engine and transmission
castings have been made with new technology in which closer tolerances have been
used.? This creates a major headache.
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All in all I still think it’s best to go with used classic car parts and
preserve the history and uniqueness of the classic car – after all it is a
classic.? Another reason to purchase used classic car parts is due to the
fact that used classic car parts are a whole lot cheaper.? Think about it,
would you want to buy 1 good part that needed no modifications and is ready to
bolt on your classic car or buy 5 parts that needed your attention to detail?
About the Author
Backyard Mechanic – classic car resoration.
