My 1st real A-body

No the core is painted green. Haven't decided to black it out or no. Not going for anything "correct"
I'm really happy with the Sassy Grass but also like blue. If I ever get around to painting my 72 Satellite it is going to be bright blue.
On the tranny, there is a way around the "list". I know Jamie and have been on the list for years but picked up one last summer bypassing the list. Getting the A-body one in a few weeks.