Trees aren't kind to me, either :(

[scitzz]

So, a couple years ago, I scored this beautiful 1989 Auto with, reported by Britstiva, 88K miles on it. It was bought from an undisclosed location. It was last inspected in 2001. Needed a new ignition switch and coil to run. Had to clean the fuel tank and injectors. Needed a new exhaust to pass inspection. New axle boots, as the axles were OK. A lot of other little things. Ready to roll, just needed to be tagged and insured. Got it for the wife, had a lot of Betty Boop stuff ready to install, and she is named Boopstiva.

Last Wednesday night, some bad storms rolled through our area. Some idiot pulled out in front of my sons Honda, was Tboned, and totalled both cars. The kids are just fine. Later that night, sometime while we all slept, this happened

http://s78.photobucket.com/user/scitzz/slideshow/Adventures%20in%20Cars/Boopstiva%20disaster%20July%2031%202013

When I walked outside and saw this, I could have just cried. She was so MINT!

Trying to figure out the best course of action for the repairs now.

[bobbyspider]

Oh boy... And isnt it funny that you have artys stuff in your sig lol. Sorry i know its not funny just weird

[scitzz]

Well, I just changed it, because of Artys sig, actually.

[Prafeston]

That sucks!

[lessersivad]

Wow!! That was definately hollow!

From what i can see from the slideshow it all looks repairable. Granted it isn't going to simply "buff out" but i would say repairable.

If it was me the 1st thing I would do is remove the headliner. That should gain you access to do a lot of pushing from the inside.

DO NOT start whailing at it with a claw or ballpeen hammer!!

I've had soooo many vehicles brought to me over the years where some ham fisted jerk decided to try their hand at bodywork using hammers, pipes, bricks, etc. only to create more damage than was originally done.

The idea is to reverse the damage in order. What ever occured last needs to be straightened first.

Again, judging by the pics I would pop the headliner and quarter window out and start in the quarter window area first.

Next remove the windshield to inspect that area. You could use a known good glass for measuring purposes. If the windshield area is OK then start trying to work the main roof. It's stretched metal so more than likely it going to "oil can" while working it. The metal can be shrunk if need be.

After the roof is done then the rest can be worked out also (fender, hood,etc.)

Sorry to be long winded and I wish I was closer.

Hope this helps.

[JPT]

My worst fear. Where I park mine when I work on it is right next to a big, sloppy pine tree. It constantly drops branches. So far, I've only lost a passenger side mirror.

Seeing what happened to yours would kill me.

[bobbyspider]

Yea flamer is in the driveway half under a stupid holly tree and so far ive only had to deal with bird crap coolal. I hate that tree and i keep feeding it coolant, used oil and trans fluid hopeing it will die and will not fall on my car

[scitzz]

I am actually thinking along the lines of getting an entire roof from a donor vehicle, cut and paste, basically.

[neanderpaul]

*Plugs ears, closes eyes, lah lah lah lah lah lah lah, this isn't happening, lah lah lah lah lah lah lah.



So sorry.

[Prafeston]

I am actually thinking along the lines of getting an entire roof from a donor vehicle, cut and paste, basically.

That might be the best bet...what worries me is how it effected top where the windshield mounts up.

[Movin]

Maybe home owners or renters insurance may help? Glad you are looking at restoring, but what a bummer!

[skeeters_keeper]

Ouch!
I've already got another roof sanz car... I was going to use it for sheet metal, but I'd much rather see you put it to good use!!

[muleskinner]

That sucks!

I can do body work fairly well but with the roof the way it is I would do what you said. doner roof!

[navdoc101]

That brought tears to my eyes. I fear that happinin' , I park near a large Mimosa tree, very soft wood.

[Flyin4stroke]

Thats insane.. I had a tree land on my truck one time too but it was just a small oak and only smashed the tailgate. That limb fell for awhile, pretty high up.. total carnage. Palm trees dont drop 300 lbs limbs