30th May 2014, 05:35
The comparison to earlier more desirable sedans was about value. Your time and money for parts and restoration can be high. If I spend many hours under the hood, then body work and sanding, is it worth it? And then paint is quite expensive today. That's why looking for a popular early 2 door is worth it. If it's sentimental, go ahead and keep it, knowing this up front. I'd rather buy the best car I can afford, as it's cheaper in the long run.
I like pre 73 GM models with 2 doors. My opinion only, but I would make this a reliable driver quality car and drive it. My comments are more financial oriented and based on what I have learned over many years. If you restore old cars, you get cut, burned and sore. It's hard work. Then to find you can't begin to get a third of it back later.
The joy factor is better with an appealing model. GM has many models to choose from. My favorite years are 69 and 70 models especially. Find yourself a 69 Nova SS 396 2 door sedan. Do a nice restoration, and run out of room in your garage with trophies.
29th May 2014, 12:19
Low production can also mean low desirability. For example you could order a rare color Pacer. Does that make it super valuable?
4 doors on cars are not typically wise to restore. Unless it's family sentiment, I don't see any Omega V8 or not as a cost effective restoration candidate. Either 2 or 4 door. I would buy a 60s Chevy II or pre 72 Nova and make the labor and parts effort worthwhile.
I have owned many cars and learned. Too many doors is usually underwater cost wise with restoration efforts.