83 GP build

[Happy camper]

I was given this 83 grand prix from my grand mother, so its a sentimental car for me and not my first choice of a build. But after seeing the incredible builds on this forum ive came to the conclusion that being a grandma grocery getter , dosent mean it cant become a truly amazing project that would become a great ride.
And so my adventure begins...

 

[Happy camper]

Now my plan was to start with the suspension, but sometimes things pop up that i cant resist. Found these seats on craigs list for a great price.

 

[565bbchevy]

I was considering a GP for my next project if I couldn't find a Regal but I wanted to do the 2+2 nose conversion on one.
I like that yours at least doesn't have a vinyl top to deal with, would make a great sleeper.

 

[406 Monte]

Are those the pt cruiser seats I seen in another post? I really like them, are the comfy?

 

[Happy camper]

Now on with the suspension.
I put on some 2" lowering springs in the the rear for a A body from cpp and some kyb shocks . Was a little nervous about the springs .
the unsprung height difference is about 2 inches .
But on the car they did what i wanted
Now i did order the viking coil overs, new upper control arms , tall upper ball joints and a compete front end rebuild kit to tackle the sloppy steering . Now just to find the time to get that installed.

 

[Happy camper]

Are those the pt cruiser seats I seen in another post? I really like them, are the comfy?

Yes they are the pt cruiser seats and super comfortable at least for me , at 6' 250#

 

[buick7332]

I was given this 83 grand prix from my grand mother, so its a sentimental car for me and not my first choice of a build. But after seeing the incredible builds on this forum ive came to the conclusion that being a grandma grocery getter , dosent mean it cant become a truly amazing project that would become a great ride.
And so my adventure begins...
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Looks like a great car and it will definitely become an amazing ride. Now you got buckets you'll need a floor shifter and console. Good luck with the project.

 

[Happy camper]

Looks like a great car and it will definitely become an amazing ride. Now you got buckets you'll need a floor shifter and console. Good luck with the project.

Thank you and yes ill have to get a console and a shifter, but that will have to waite, untill i do the interior . Have to stay on track and get the suspension done first

 

[Happy camper]

Managed to find some time this weekend to get the coil overs and front suspension in.
And the final result.

Now its starting to look like a cruiser instead of the grocery getter.

 

[O. D. Showtime]

Looks really good....stance looks great...nice work!