Thanks for the feedback guys, in terms of condition of the shell, it's gotthe usual rust on the intake plenum (for heater box) and a small patch of cancer on the rear right quarter panel...

Autopilot: how much would u be asking for the Sierra 5 speed? I haven't seen one advertised in so long (other than on the classicford forum for well over a grand)

One of the main reasons I have held on to it since the age of 15 (was originally my sisters first car but she never hit her license) and I have fought with my parents for so long to keep it stashed at their house is because I always knew they were a gem, and one day I'd be driving it around eith a huge smile on my fce. I always considered it to be the poor mans Torana but t the same time I'd choose my esky over an lx torrie anyday.

If people are interested I'll throw up some pics when i get home this arvo

again, thanks for the words of encouragement, I might actually get some progress happening soon