1987 Cutlass Supreme Brougham Restortation

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swervecity

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Hello all! New around these parts but I was referred to come here by another member. I am starting to restore my Cutlass which has been parked for 5 years in my backyard. Oh boy well the cruel Canadian winters were not kind to her what so ever. I know this car was not in this bad of shape when I got it but I was younger and didn't know much about cars. I was restoring it with my Dad as it was my 1st car and daily driver. My Father passed away and I was left without help and knowledge to continue the work by myself. Ended up getting a different vehicle (2008 Dodge Charger) and parking the Cutlass until I learned more/got tools/made some different friends that knew about cars and would help.
So finally after 5 long years I have decided I am ready to bring it back to life and I have money saved up and friends willing to help with the project. Did a bit of damage control the other day after it has been sitting for so long..

Damage control concluded that this is going to be a huge project, way more then I thought but I am up to the task! Rusty parts on the frame near the back end, rusted out wheel wells, bottom of doors starting to rust, behind rear seats totally rusted out(floor pan), trunk rusted out in corners.
Now I am wondering where to look for parts, from what I can see lots of them are from the states as there isn't much for parts in Canada. What are some good trusted websites that any of you have dealt with that you would recommend to start looking for replacement parts..?
I definitely need a floor pan, trunk pieces. I looked on Rockauto and a few other sites but I can only really find the main floor piece

http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/more...622&cc=1222951

It seems like I need the piece leading into the trunk and trunk piece.
I am hoping to get the rust knocked out and new pans in place before summer is over and stop the spread of rust.
All help/links and suggestions is greatly appreciated!
 

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I took some pictures of under where the rear seats are supposed to sit. Pulled the seats/flooring only to discover a nightmare underneath.
 

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Quite a story! I'm sorry about your dad passing a few years back, mine did too and he was my main go-to guy. I bet your car would be a beauty by now if he was still around. Hang around here and I'm sure you will find all the guidance you need to get that car they way you want it!!!!!! 😀
 
Blew86442 said:
Quite a story! I'm sorry about your dad passing a few years back, mine did too and he was my main go-to guy. I bet your car would be a beauty by now if he was still around. Hang around here and I'm sure you will find all the guidance you need to get that car they way you want it!!!!!! 😀
Thanks for the condolences, I send the same back to you my friend. Super hard to deal with losing anyone in life especially a parent. I really hope so, I want to make him proud wherever he may be looking down on me.
 
Nice car.love the cutlass.I did not know the 87 came them lights I thought it was 88 only.
The floor pans are not too bad.you will need to fabricate them as nobody repops them yet.you should also remove your carpet and inspect the rest of the floor.
 
Welcome from Regina! Good looking project you got there.

I can't help with the under rear seat stuff...but if you need a floor pan let me know. I cut a pretty complete floor out of a Cutlass a few years ago and won't be using it. It has the bucket seat and console mounts. Some surface rusting under the drivers feet...I guess from wet shoes....


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Keep us posted on the progress..
 
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