HJ XX7 Van Tag Contradictions

[adam perth]

I don't get it. U can almost go pro tourer and change it back to original in 2 days without scars. So u may as well start with the real deal. Sandmans aren't that expensive anyway

[Alien DNA]

I don't get it. U can almost go pro tourer and change it back to original in 2 days without scars. So u may as well start with the real deal.

Well said....that's my train of thought on the matter also

[mjb]

Bit of a contentious issue! I like the idea of restoring a car the way it was originally built. I plan to keep the body, paint, interior trim, wheels etc all as per the tags. I see no reason to change any of this - there's not many better looking cars out there in my eyes. However, there are many nicer engine and gearbox options than a 253 with Aussie 4 speed. Nothing will be done that can't be reversed easily. I've always wanted a big block van that looked totally standard. The LS engines seem like a good option though especially the eRod kit GM Performance are selling. I had a HJ van when I was an apprentice - a white base model with 253 4speed which I painted Windsor Blue and currently own a nice original Atlantis Blue Kingswood Van with factory L31, M21 GTS dash and full headlining. It's still mostly original paint....
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[mjb]

Here's the SandmanSandman 1.jpgSandman 2.jpgSandman 4.jpg
It's currently got a 308 with Supra 5 speed. Looks like it had a rebuild in the 80s or 90s but there is the original Mandarin Red paint showing through where the paint is chipped or scratched...
Not sure where to start...