1980 Cutlass 442 Rocket 350 performance upgrades.

[Rokztarz]

I recently purchased a 1980 Cutlass 442, with the Rocket 350 engine. I have read several swap stories, but have yet to find anyone that has taken the same car, and modified the low performing motor to give it some more life. I want to keep the car mostly original, and not planning to make this anything but a regular driver, with some added hp. Any and all ideas will be greatly appreciated, as this car does need to be restored.

 

[442_87]

What is your budget? How much work are you willing to do? ( full rebuild, pull the engine?) What is the current condition of the engine? How much mileage on it?

 

[Rokztarz]

What is your budget? How much work are you willing to do? ( full rebuild, pull the engine?) What is the current condition of the engine? How much mileage on it?

 

[Rokztarz]

The cars's odometer stopped around 100 000 km (Canadian Car). I bought the car for $1000.00, knowing it needs some work. But would like to try and stay around the $5000.00 mark.