Cheap Body Panels?

Welcome! Great project. 55 years ago, I was in your shoes. I stuck with it, basically taught myself everything, and now I can do pretty much everything. My first question is always, "Can you weld?" If not, body panels are tough to install. May I make a suggestion? We are here to help you. Make a comprehensive list of what your car needs and how bad each part is. From what you are saying, I'd add rockers to that list. Be honest about the list. Then make a list of the order you might consider installing those pieces in. Think about that order carefully. Then make a list of the automotive skills you have. Then take a hard look at all three lists. The skills list will be quite important. If you lack a skill, find a friend to help/teach. If there is a FABO guy or gal nearby, I bet they would volunteer. I have spent hundreds of hours helping strangers (now friends) learn such skills. I am sure there are others of us who could help. Do not get discouraged. When I am working on a big project, people ask me how I keep motivated. I picture in my mind what it will look like and dream about how much fun it will be to drive. Don't be afraid to ask questions, and always post pictures when possible. GOOD LUCK.