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What Tools do I need to restore a classic car?
I am looking to buy a 1960s mustang for my first car but before i can do that i need to figure out what tools i need to fix it on my own. i dont really have any experiance with fixincg cars and i dont really know anyone who does either. i plan on learning as i go and using the mechanic occasionally. i have vere little money but i want to know what tools i would need to make my mustang a daily driver. because the mustang i buy will definantly be under $3000 and probably less i am expecting it to be in need of restoration. if you could help me with these questions that would be great. What tools do i need to restore a classic mustang and how much do they cost? is there a mechanics set i could buy that has all of the parts i need? once i have the tools how will i know what to do and how to fix the car, is there some sort of ultimate classic mustang fixing guide?
Unfortunately, it really depends on the extent of restoration.
FOr a car that old, and to restore it….expect to be spending close to around 20,000$ by the time you’re done. Plus or minus a little.
And that’s just to bring it back to “like new”.
Typical tools, good set of wrenches, screwdrivers, all the basic things.
Get a few power tools, an air wrench would help. Sander, etc.
Beyond that, might need a sand blaster. Depends on how much of the restoration you intend to do yourself.
You could easily lose 10,000+ in tools, and not get everything you need.
There’s lots of guides on how to restore a car, or rebuild a mustang. Try Amazon.com, for “car restoration”.
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