The other bullet

[TransamEd]

Some rotten body pieces (which were present on pallets outside during Kevins inspection) are used for a REC #558 exklusive Series of watches. A way to finance the rest of work to build something around the VIN and pieces.

The thrill of 558 rather lies in what it was than what it is.
It would make more sense to use #558 as an experience car for interaction with visitors. Maybe a 3D hydraulic Stunt Drive simulation.  I hope the anounced Sept 2026 Show will be like that. No need for another glasshouse display.

[Bob Gaines]

The thrill of 558 rather lies in what it was than what it is.

That is a good sentiment.

[FL SAAC]

Bullitt # 558 certified and bonafided by Mr. Marti.

Some pictures of # 558 also known to others as "The Jumper"

more on The Jumper Mustang # 558 that did all the hard stunt work in the Bullitt movie.

Showing here some important pieces of sheet metal on # 558

[J_Speegle]

more on The Jumper Mustang # 558 that did all the hard stunt work in the Bullitt movie.

Showing here some important pieces of sheet metal on # 558

Haven't seen that picture shown in #2 before. Interesting. Appears someone notched the original fender a bunch more than the factory did to show a drivers side forward VIN since those are not visible, typically, on San Jose built cars. They took out all the metal to the bend in the fender and beyond is appears in the picture


Is the video of Kevin's visit still up somewhere? Thought I had a copy somewhere but 

[TransamEd]

It was clearly visible on the wreck :-)

[J_Speegle]

It was clearly visible on the wreck :-)

Yes the VIN is but was referring to the fender cutaway and there is no fender shown in that picture that I can see. do have that picture in my files. 

Looks to be maybe the edge of the hood or a panel from some other place on the car or another car parked near by where it was sitting on the edge of the inner fender panel above, in the picture. Typical to pile on parts, or parts from near by cars in yards

[TransamEd]

..and all already cut-out or disassembled pieces on site to check for Kevin (floor, rooftop, hood, valances etc.)
Yep, the fenders were probably gone while it was on the wrecking yard.

[Coralsnake]

Interesting. Appears someone notched the original fender a bunch more than the factory did to show a drivers side forward VIN since those are not visible, typically, on San Jose built cars. They took out all the metal to the bend in the fender and beyond is appears in the picture

Fixed that for you

[Coralsnake]

Heres the video of Kevin inspecting the car.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=-57TXmRXZNA&pp=ygUbTWV4YWNhbGkgYnVsbGl0dCBmb3VuZCBkcGMg

I recommend watching it without the sound 😀

[Coralsnake]

I'm glad TransamEd mentioned the parts on a pallet. That was new information for me.

Here's a conservative list of what metal has been replaced:

Front valence
Front grille
Radiator support
Firewall
Both front fenders
Strut bracing
At least one apron
A pillars
Rear interior structure
Roof
Dash
Hood
Both Doors
Full Floor pan
Floor pan cross member
Both Quarter panels
Rear valence
Decklid
Wheelhouses
Trunk floors
Headlight Fender Extensions
Quarter panel end caps

I suspect more....
Hey, but they saved the VIN! (Good thing they had some left over filler from the Eleanor projects)

[TransamEd]

Here are some of the other pieces on site. At least at one time all the remaining pieces were in one spot to see and check by an independent.
Made little sense to turn the wheel back at that time and weld the rusty floor and items back in, or? Everbody may have his opinion on that or what he would have done. Simply, it was too late. Bad timing of asking for a report.
I guess you get the stuff with it and can return it to "as found" :-) once it goes for sale.

[Coralsnake]

Appreciate your contributions very much.

It actually appears they used 1967 metal for some replacement parts

[FL SAAC]

Gentlemen

Me thinks #558 is or as valuable than #559.

It "was the car" that endured all the action scenes.

As far as some parts being replaced, this is no different than many other refurbishments projects on many other old cars.

A little cosmetic works here and there, a little sanding,  polishing and soon it's better than new !

So let's all agree that this Bullitt has suffered some maladies during it's life on this earth.

But it has been refurbished.

This reminds me of another forum topic that involved a Mopar, the hurricane super bird.

That we compared that to The Ship of Theseus.....

https://www.saac.com/forum/index.php?topic=27927.msg202779#msg202779

[Bob Gaines]

Please do not feed the Troll.

[roddster]

  I'm just reminded of those questions that come up from time to time when somebody asked how much of a car can you replace before it is no longer considered original.
  You never get an answer.  Depends on the owner's bankroll.