'65 Barracuda

I have a 65 with small block had a 66 with nicely done 318. One, no coils in rear springs only. You can add a leaf spring to make it stiffer. Why independent suspension, you can change all bushings to polygraphite and will ride very nice. Also front and rear sway bars. My 65 is formula s with converted disc brakes on front and rebuilt front end, it rides very nice with manual steering also. I would put it back together and enjoy it for what it is a classic cruiser...In its day it was a good handling car and was used for road racing. Do not overthink project as there is a limit to what can be done to early a bodies, no aftermarket parts or kits and to manufacture new parts is expensive. My 65 ran low 16's at track this summer with small rear, my 66 ran low 14's with built 318 and 8.75 rear. To go fast rear is the weak link my current car has 7.25 rear and I must be careful not to blow it up. I had trans built to go fast and motor is modest 318, I would like to find/convert a bigger rear down the road but saving to do body and paint first. My current 65 has new front end, rebuilt motor, trans and rear all done for about 6k, it runs great and is reliable for daily driving if needed. I want to go back to bracket racing and street driving later but want to make it look better first. Do one thing at a time and you will be happy....I am having fun and enjoy driving my old car past riceburners on highway!