I bought a Grand National

[GG Allin]

I wanted a non GN 87 Regal Turbo, but this one came of geographically within reach. It's an 87 with a spun rod bearing, a little bit of rust but overall not too bad. The interior is in decent condition. The frame still has a lot of black paint on it. Many of these out there are much worse, that is if you're a bottom feeder looking for a cheap one.

As a project, it's going to be many many small jobs. At this point it seems overwhelming. I'm attacking the engine and appearance at the same time. The engine will be rebuilt with a new crank and some mild performance mods. 450-500 hp is fairly easy with these cars. I also have a very well built transmission from Richard Clark's shop in North Carolina.

As for the body, everything that can be unbolted and is currently in good condition is going to be redone with Eastwood rattle can OEM matching black. That's right, rattle can. The trunk, bumpers, hood, header panel and right fender for now are going to get done that way, they're all in pretty good shape.

In addition the that the brake and fuel systems need to be gone through completely.

I'll post pics, but it seems my phone just takes them too big.

[GG Allin]

[herr_oberst]

It looks like the one Derek from VGG rescued. Good luck with the project! Good luck with the motivation, too!!

[GG Allin]

Originally Posted by herr_oberst

It looks like the one Derek from VGG rescued. Good luck with the project! Good luck with the motivation, too!!

I believe his GN is worse. I love his videos though. I wish I was as relaxed as he is. He has a burgundy 87 Turbo also.

I think in a few years this car will ultimately replace my 911.

[masraum]

Cool! Looking forward to seeing the progress! Cool cars.

[thingmon]

Sweet. A friend has a non-GN turbo version. Bad azz car.

[masraum]

I know that those were the stock wheels, and they look good on this car, but I feel like some black BBS mesh style wheels would be awesome!

[wdfifteen]

Looks like a fun project. No pressure.

[GG Allin]

As far as wheels go, I never really did like the stock GN wheels. I plan on de-badging the car and putting Turbo T wheels on it. Like this:

[masraum]

Originally Posted by GG Allin

As far as wheels go, I never really did like the stock GN wheels. I plan on de-badging the car and putting Turbo T wheels on it. Like this:

Hell yeah, those are sweet!

They are even better than the BBS mesh style which are a little dated.

[monoflo]

Car is sweet.

[ted]

Post updates and enjoy the build the journey begins.
Will it be 100% stock restoration?
You could unlock a little more HP.

[GG Allin]

Originally Posted by ted

Post updates and enjoy the build the journey begins.
Will it be 100% stock restoration?
You could unlock a little more HP.

It will be modified. Nothing crazy though. I want the rest of the drivetrain to be able to handle it.

These are mid to low 12 second 1/4 mile cars with very little effort. Something along those lines is the goal and it's gonna get driven regularly.

[Bob Kontak]

Originally Posted by GG Allin

As for the body, everything that can be unbolted and is currently in good condition is going to be redone with Eastwood rattle can OEM matching black.

You are aware they sell base coat clear coat systems at paint jobbers and it would probably be far less expensive than Eastwood rattle can paint?

I like the Turbo T wheels lots!

[edgemar]

you could do a decent HVLP paint job

[rfuerst911sc]

Nice that you are saving it . Good luck on the resto .

[WPOZZZ]

Originally Posted by edgemar

you could do a decent HVLP paint job

And probably cheaper than all those rattle cans.

Looks like a cool project. Have fun!

[unclebilly]

One of my best friends had a silver 85-87 T-Type Regal in high school. It was immaculate. I loved that car and drove it a few times.

[Arizona_928]

If you don’t put it on 22’s with hydraulics, are you even an American?!

[Brian 162]

Nice project.
Did the mouldings between the bumpers and car body disintegrate?