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I'm a bit late to the conversation as always but this car is a legit 23-mile example (it was 22 but made some rounds of the local Forest Grove Concours d'Elegance) and the current owners are good friends of mine who also own Burback Motors, which is an indie shop specializing in Mercedes-Benz and they have done work on my '62 coupe. This was a family car that was inherited. It is really something to see, as said above the hubcaps have never been fitted and it even has a printed info card that's folded over one of the sun visors that even many Beetle experts have never seen before so it really is THE one to use for comparisons for a restoration. Is $1-million too high? Some would say yes, I say no... just try to find another one.
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1957 Cadillac Eldorado Survivor (back on the road)
MarrsCars replied to ACME Garage's topic in General Discussion
Fabulous car! My very first car was a '57 Series 62 sedan with 50k miles back in the late 80's. This really makes me smile, enjoy it my friend! -
Is there Interest in an AACA group in the PNW?
MarrsCars replied to Buffalowed Bill's topic in General Discussion
We could start perhaps by encouraging members to meet at Cars & Coffee down in Wilsonville each Saturday, or perhaps the Vintage Racing Festival at PIR, or Forest Grove Concours? I'm just thinking maybe if there is a standing event that would hold interest to AACA folks it would be a good way to meet & greet and get the ball rolling. I'm open to your ideas tho my time is limited to organize, I am interested to attend and perhaps even host as we have a property in the countryside outside of Portland near Oregon City with lots of space for parking cars on the lawn. There are numerous amazing drives that could take place out here, and I definitely have seen motorcades of Pierce Arrows and Cadillacs sporting CCCA medallions, so there IS hope! As stated above, depending upon the scheduling, I could even host a gathering, or be a stopping point or catch up point, at our home outside of Portland in Oregon City. I have a 1962 car but I very much enjoy being around the cars of the 20's and 30's just to learn more about them, I'm also not a "car show guy" and prefer non-judged gatherings (like the Vintage Racing Festival), so there are plenty of us around who just want to drive, hang out, chat, and eat together. -
Is there Interest in an AACA group in the PNW?
MarrsCars replied to Buffalowed Bill's topic in General Discussion
This is the group I was referring to in my post, Vancouver (WA) is right across the river from Portland and we are the "Rose City" which is a long time nickname. Oddly I haven't even thought of them since I tried to meet up those years ago so it seems there is no real activity or presence, not even at our Historic Racing Festival which has a massive car show attached. Man oh man Carl that is a sweet-looking machine, never get tired of the pics or stories! -
My old Hupmobile sweater lives on...a little longer
MarrsCars replied to lump's topic in General Discussion
So very awesome, what a great post, really made my day! I love that it is a custom made family piece, really special. -
You nailed it on that one! Thanks! I do see a difference in the font between the brand "Merit" which is a bit more flowery and the sans serif font on my wrench so this could be a possibility. I think this is the only one that says Merit, and based on what Dave found above it seems this is a pieced-together set.
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I picked up this old canvas and leather tool roll yesterday at a sale and was curious if anyone knows what car it might have gone with? The first two pics show close ups of a wrench marked “Merit” and a well-worn logo on what looks like a tappet wrench, but I can’t make it out, and others have part numbers. Any and all info appreciated!
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Is there Interest in an AACA group in the PNW?
MarrsCars replied to Buffalowed Bill's topic in General Discussion
When I first joined the club maybe 6-years ago I reached out to a local chapter that was listed and supposed to be the Portland region, but never got any sort of reply from them. I believe someone at HQ even did so on my bahalf but again with no response. They appeared to really only hold occasional meeting at one member’s home and no real events so I didn’t follow up. In order to find and commune with other car enthusiasts I tend to hang out with various local car clubs instead, specifically Lotus, Mercedes, British car clubs, and to some degree the Ferrari guys, and also events like Cars and Coffee so I still get a solid car guy experience up here in the PNW. I can’t offer any explanation why the local chapters are so dead, as you know there’s a massive “old car” hobby up here with out no-rust environment so it never made sense to me either. -
We are seeking any vintage automobile memorabilia ranging from old shop coats & coveralls, car club Jackets, patches, plates, and rings, dealership displays or signs, and even old club or lodge rings, biker rings, etc. Prefer 1920's-60's. Condition doesn't always matter as some of our buyers like these things greasy or uncleaned. We are *not* seeking car parts or paper goods like brochures or catalogs, thank you. Feel free to reach out with other items that may be of interest. Please send a PM and description and/or pics of what you have and your location. Thanks much! Here are examples of what we buy and collect:
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How beautiful and elegant! I was noticing this over the summer on I believe a Pierce Arrow and thought it was supplied that way, kinda like how Lexus made green/blue-hued lenses to stand apart about a decade ago. I wonder if this will become a desirable trait, much like how sun-faded Rolex and IWC watch dials are more sought-after by a subset of collectors over their pristine counterparts.
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Getting rid of mildew odor from your interior?
MarrsCars replied to kid442's topic in General Discussion
Very true Paul! One would ideally use these when you plan to be away from the area being treated for a few hours, then wait a short time before entering the room or driving a car that is full of ozone. Let it all settle out of the air. If you buy or rent one of these be sure to understand the instructions for use and safety notices for the device. -
I believe you just coincidentally, yet perfectly, summed up my own Jaguar ownership experience. We wrote nearly the same thing, I just used a few hundred more words. http://oppositelock.kinja.com/the-worst-car-i-ever-owned-was-a-jaguar-xj6-472662007
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Getting rid of mildew odor from your interior?
MarrsCars replied to kid442's topic in General Discussion
This exactly. I learned the trick from a crime scene cleaner fellow who we were filming for a documentary about his business. If they can remove the smell of a corpse they will get mildew out. I have personally used ozone generators for years and years on various smells in houses, basements, sheds, cars, etc. They are miracle machines for odor, even grease and smoke suspended in air to clear out a room quickly. -
Interesting & Wild Car & Motorcycle Accesories
MarrsCars replied to midman's topic in General Discussion
Crazy cool stuff! We happen across lots of early and odd auto accessories as part of our antiques business, but most get sold on to new owners and so I don’t mind the ethereal aspect of being a temporary curator. @Terry Bond Jason Torchinsky over at Jalopnik posted an entire article about the lighted hand signal you’ve got. I may need to let him know about the info you guys provided on this thread. https://jalopnik.com/im-pretty-sure-this-mysterious-mechanical-hand-is-the-h-1819008715