it is going to take alot longer and cost alot more than you could ever plan for. If i was you i would take stock of what my skills really are. What kind of help I will need. and finally what kind of tools and room do i have. My biggest thing when looking at a old car is what kind of shape the frame is in. I believe that after reading alot of what the guys here do they can do anything. but a solid frame is a great start. on the other hand that is a very great looking car. i love the style. as for the engine i would pull up the specs for that year and see what they came with. then go from there. but you can fit almost anything into anything else with enough money. with that red cross and the flooring it looks more like a ambulance than a hearse. finding parts for the interior and such might be a problem. but you can always work around that.