I got her up on jack stands and kinda freaked to see this much "play?" in the bushing assembly... is this normal? not too bad? horrible? The car was sitting around for quite a while from what I understand from PO. Does this assembly have a set depth? or should it be tightened? The front has similar character.

 

With the axle drooped down the stabilizer bar will be in an unnatural position which will compress the bushings. Those don't look too bad, though they are worn.

 

Agreed^ I have seen much worse, there not gone but yes they are worn. Looks like a good excuse to upgrade if you can.

 

I am comforted by your evaluations. I got the engine running sweet, and the transmission leak put her in the shop. When I get her back, I won't be afraid to make turns or hit a little bump if the front actually look similar...