give me a reason to leave this thing original

Well this is a good point;
Because it is so nice the way it is.
Because being a 4-door it is so practical, serviceable and economical the way it was originally designed.
Because there will still be upgrades you can make to make it even better.
Because a slant is simpler than a v8
Because it has working a/c
Just enjoy the car for what it is and enjoy making small changes. QUOTE]

I don't understand
Because a slant is simpler than a v8
An engine is an engine. As long as it runs good and it works fine for you, then, it should be good. Granted it is probably an easier engine to work on. Haredest part is what?> Changing the cap and rotor?

what do ya want to do to it?? i say mod the hell out of it. its a 4 door slant six car...

Well, that would be me, I allways say, God bless the restorer cause I normally MOD the hell out of everything I get. Or at least, upgrade it with items that make sense if I'm not hot rodding it.

It is a nice looker. Nothing wrong with stock. Driving history around is fine.