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I realize that the old Hudson's Department Store has been torn down; but in hindsight, it could have been preserved and restored and used for General Motors' office space. I recall learning that it was such a large store, that it had at least 50 elevators! Buildings can last hundreds of years when properly maintained--as many Europeans recognize. Why tear something down and then have to build all over again?
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Anyone know any Barn-Find rumors in central Ohio?
John_S_in_Penna replied to mach1mustang_14's topic in General Discussion
Mach Mustang 14, All of this conversation is a grand welcome to the AACA Forum! People might not know about barn finds in central Ohio, but you can see that you opened a topic that, in general, is popular. I hope you enjoy the discussion. Maybe someone here knows specifically about that area, as well. Feel free to post often and join in car conversations! -
What kind of mileage do you get in your antique car?
John_S_in_Penna replied to Dave Wells's topic in General Discussion
My 1978 Lincoln Mark V achieved 14 m.p.g. on the highway, with an admittedly light foot on the gas pedal. My 1984 Buick Electra Park Avenue, downsized from the previous generation, can get 22 to 23 on the highway. I think the Electra would be a car suitable to today's needs: roomy, well styled, yet economical enough for today's prices. I wish Buick made such a car now as much as in 1984. -
There were so many different Chevrolet models in 1966, but only the Impalas and SS's seem to be preserved. It's good to see the car--and preserve it-- exactly as it came from the factory. Think of the mid-century motels it may have stopped at, or the wife and children at the 1966 shopping center and grocery store, or maybe at a drive-in movie. Think of the service it gave to its original owners, and how glad they might feel to know it's still cared for.
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As A. Bear noted, the "seller" was patient. He figured he had a big fish on his line, and was willing to play with it and reel it in! I'm confident that you didn't miss a bargain, or even a legitimate car.
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Mike, we don't know. The ad is still posted on Facebook, and cars of this era don't have a huge following, so it's likely that you'll find it still for sale. Contact the owner through Facebook. This part of the AACA Forum is the "Not Mine" section, where car fans merely post cars from other sites that we think are interesting. No one here owns it. All the best to you in your quest! ------------------------------------------------- CORRECTION: The ad is marked "Sold." Did you get it, Mike?
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1951 Nash Rambler wagon - $6,000
John_S_in_Penna replied to Leif in Calif's topic in "Not Mine" Automobiles For Sale
I know what you mean, Jeff. Are some cars not yet ready for restoration? -
Did 1966 Toronados ever come with vinyl roofs? I know 1967's did--sometimes one sees those. I know when vinyl roofs first were coming into use on cars, generally the color selection was very limited: Black, white, maybe one more color. When vinyl roofs became the norm, the color selection expanded greatly, often matching many paint colors.
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That would be interesting to come across history like that! If the titles were especially old--say 1950's or 1960's-- I would be inclined to keep them, just to preserve them. Picture yourself finding a long-ago title today for, for instance, a 1910 Thomas Flyer. You wouldn't throw it away. Well, some years from now, even a title for a new 1960 Chevrolet will be interesting. Maybe it's interesting already.
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Car body illustrations in a 1925 dictionary
John_S_in_Penna replied to mothboss's topic in General Discussion
Is the book American or British? There may be differences between terms. -
That's what I was thinking. If the owners of the cars don't have those pictures, they should get them. It will be an important record for those specific cars. Any digital pictures can be easily copied and used elsewhere.
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1956 Dodge Texan, not mine.
John_S_in_Penna replied to Xander Wildeisen's topic in "Not Mine" Automobiles For Sale
Thanks, Seventh Son. I had heard only of the 1956, and didn't know they were made in other years. And Xander, you've clearly started an interesting topic here!