Hello from Cali

[7tre-cutty]

Hi,
My name is Pat. I just stumbled across this awesome forum searching for parts for my new to me 73 cutlass supreme.

This is my first cutlass, but have always admired them. I wanted something different then the 64-72 cutlass'.

The 73 has a rebuilt 455 with 400 tranny. Both are in great shape, I just changed the valve cover and exhuast manifold gaskets. Had my mechanic friend replace the carb gasket and tune the carb. It only has a 600 holley right now. The interior is shot but the body is straight with no bondo. It's dark blue with black vinyl top.

Stay tuned for pics...

Any tips or suggestions greatly appreciated.

[texxas8902]

Welcome to the site Pat. I'd like to see some pictures of your car when you get the time. You need interior parts huh? Saw these on eBay last night. The price is too high but these have the right seat covers for a 73.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1973-77-Cutlass-Chevelle-Lemans-Regal-Monte-Rear-Seat_W0QQitemZ310016985857QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item 310016985857
I think he has front buckets available for an equally ridiculous price and they need work. Parts can be found with a little searching, probably nicer junkyard parts than I can find since your in California. I'm sure you'll find the site helpful, I have.

[ragz442]

Welcome Pat! Sounds like a nice ride. I think you have the opposite problem we have here in MI, decent interiors, but finding one that's not rotted out is getting hard to do. Good luck on your search.

[73CS]

Welcome Pat, This is a great site with awesome people, and there is a lot of good knowledge of our year cars. And good choice, I love them all, but the 73 Supreme is my favourite, I may be slightly biased.:)

Blane

[7tre-cutty]

Thank you all for the warm welcome. Soon as this rain stops. I'll be able to take some pics and post them. You will see how much of a project I have on my hands.
Not a frame off restoration, just restoring for daily driving, when I can afford the gas.


Thanks for the links. I've been on Ebay almost everyday searching for parts and such. Some of the stuff are extremely pricey.

[mich77442]

Welcome to the site Pat. This site has so much knowledge If you can't find the answer on this site, then there is no aswser to be found. My dad had a 73 and it was a great car.