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In your case I probably wouldn't bother. But if I lived in a rural area and/or had an extra garage stall or a spot behind the garage where I could park the parts car without creating an eyesore I'd certainly do it.
As you and other have suggested, I'd probably pull a few of the parts that might be expensive or hard to find if and when you need them (switches, electric motors, trim, etc) and send the hulk down the road.
You should know the hard to find parts for your car, pick those off and store. Junk the rest.
Im a fox body thunderbird guy. I used to browse junkyards all the time, and I always snagged window switches, elec ac control modules, light switches, headlight housings, taillights, etc etc.
I wouldn't bother, unless there were a few parts which were very hard to find or rediculously pricey.
I have an 85 Fiero with milage over 100K, which I keep running well enough to drive daily if I choose to. Yet, I still do not have a parts car. I do have some extra parts I have accumulated over the years.
The thing is, with the internet, craigslist, ebay, etc, there really is nothing I could not find and get for a reasonable price and in a reasonable timeframe even though the car is fast approaching 30. Having a parts car, or a barn full of parts just doesn't seem necessary.
I bought a "parts car" for $250. Stripped it down got all the sensors, relays, motors, pumps, radiator, transmission, manifold, etc. off of it that I could. Sold the hulk for $100. Best thing I ever did. Store the parts in a box and call it a day. I wouldn't keep the car around, no need for it IMO.
I bought a "parts car" for $250. Stripped it down got all the sensors, relays, motors, pumps, radiator, transmission, manifold, etc. off of it that I could. Sold the hulk for $100. Best thing I ever did. Store the parts in a box and call it a day. I wouldn't keep the car around, no need for it IMO.
Also if you've got an older car, saw of the rear quarters for later rust!!
Having a solid parts car is always a good idea if you have room for it and know how to remove and reinstall parts. I love having an aerostar but they haven't been made since 1997 . I have a 1994 covered in my back lot and it has already saved me money and time. It has a brand new starter on it so guess where I will get another starter/alternator etc if I need one. People with almost new cars shouldn't need a parts car.
I have an '05 Crossfire Convertible and parts are already somewhat hard to come by. A single head light is $500-$600, a complete door is $5000 so the idea of buying a decent parts car has crossed my mind.
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