Looking for Chicago area Rust Repair Shop Options

[kupcar]

Hi All. I’m thinking of bringing a 73 1.7 out of long term storage. It’s been in the family for quite a few years and probably has more sentimental value than the car is worth. I know rust repair work can be a slippery slope. It will need floor pans and inner longitudinals at a minimum. Probably hell hole work as well. Does anyone have any recommendations on a shop that has experience with these cars? Prefer to keep the car somewhat local. Thanks.

[kupcar]

Peter, thanks for the words of caution. I’m far from wealthy and $40k in metalwork is beyond my budget. And I realize that the project doesn’t end there. Paint isn’t cheap either. I guess some decisions need to be made. The car has been in the family for 35 years! It has 58,000 on the odometer and mechanically it’s very sound. The floors had been patched by the previous owner. I’m sure not to professional standards. I’m certain the longitudinals need attention as well. As they say, rust never sleeps. Maybe it’s time to do a more detailed inspection on the integrity of the tub. I’d hate to part out a numbers matching car, but if it’s a project I can’t afford to do right, maybe that’s the proper decision.