The beginning....

 Well, it's going to be a full frame off restoration so first things first. Complete disassembly of the car. Might as well start at the front at work my way back.

Lower Valance is attached with 9/16" bolts at each turn signal housing and 1/2" bolts at each tooth

 

Lower Valance Removed

Lower Valance Underside, chrome is completely shot

3 dings in the valance that need to be repaired

The teeth in all their glory

The toothless Buick