well, i took the bitter pill and had the transmission rebuilt and the
engine replaced with a factory rebuilt along with hoses and belts and so
forth.

i am now hoping someone will recommend a place to repair minor body
damage and where i could get it repainted.

would i be ill advised to take it to earl schreib? i am actually prepared
to pay considerably more than what they charge but am not sure that would
be necessary. perhaps maaco?

any suggestions?