why this thread should be closed?
poster is asking suggestion-help to making his car legal....
Post 1996 models crowns cannot be body-changed as they don't have ,separate chassis construction....
i think the custom ppl are telling you the right suggestion , but beware after auction the car will be dam expensive...
In my opinion try to sold this car as itself..
can u email me picture of car?
let c what other expert comment ..!