Here are some images of a past Expo project of a 1977 Celica bought in a barn accross from the school for $100. The entire car was rebuilt by custom fabrication of the lower third of the body which was consumed with rust. All nameplates were removed and Shelby scoops added to the rear quarters. The entire interior was repaired and dyed black and the ruined front seats replaced with racing units with 5 point belts added. The engine got a valve job and all mechanics ( brakes, steering, suspension, etc.) were restored by my Auto classes. About $2500 was spent on this project and sometimes at car shows it it identified by novices as a "cool" Shelby.
lots of rust but a spunky crew.
trashed interior.
rear view.
interior.
engine compartment.
engine with helper.
original 2.0 liter with fresh valve job.
some of the crew.
Shelby scoops added to rear quarters.
rocker panels made from old shelving.
neverending bodywork.
getting close to paint.
fresh paint with pieces being installed.
rear treatment.
Shelby quarter scoops.
finsihed ride.
RR quarter shot.
scoop detail.
rear with louvered backglass.
interior with racing seats and belts.
right interior.
driver's interior.
front view.
road ready.
crew.
2nd shift.
3rd shift.
overtime.
double overtime.
Be sure to check out Fordota's other rides created by high school tech students at Southeast Polk High School, including a V-8 toyota pickup (Fordota)http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2609944, a shortened Mercury wagon (Draggin Wagon)http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2610181, and a wild Ford / Triumph Spitfire creation.http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2951830