Some real advantages to doing it this way. You figure, one car drives up and you start transferring parts to the other car. Plus you get the advantage of being able to drive the donor for a while to see how it runs.

Mid '70's something mid-sized would probably be best, as the rear axles are sometimes too wide under a Caprice, or similar. But if you are going to channel the A deep, you may actually need a wide rear axle to clear the body when it gets dropped.

The one pain is storing all of the parts and getting rid of the carcass, but if you have the room, it works and can save you a ton of money. Obviously, you will still have to buy some pieces, like suspension stuff, but you will end up with engine, trans, driveshaft, rear axle, wiring, and more.

Post some pictures as you go, it will be a great tool for others who are thinking along the same lines.

Go for it.

Don