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1966 is the first year for the VIP. It was Plymouth's answer to the newly introduced top-of-the-line Caprice and LTD models. It should have a bit of significance there, and make it worth saving. I've seen a number of 1966 four doors, but rarely any two door VIP's. Craig

1991 was the last year Peugeot offered a car in North America, a year after Chrysler terminated the distribution agreement. In Canada, the new-for-the-time 405 was briefly handled by Autolion Distributors in Quebec, which replaced the long running 505 sedan and wagon in North America. Currently, PSA is working on a comeback to North America: https://www.motor1.com/news/253046/peugeot-planning-facility-united-states/ Craig

Renaults were assembled in Canada in the 1960's and early 1970's. I believe they also used a Solex carb. Craig

I'm kind of with you on that one. Make it run, drive it, enjoy it, and become attached to it, and in the interim, gather 'nicer' parts at swap meets, etc., over time, along the way. And even get the seats reupholstered one at a time, and at each succeeding car show, the progress will get noticed. That way, it can gradually be improved/restored while being a nice driver at the same time. Craig

VERY good idea for a wood-bodied station wagon owner to keep the termites at bay while it is in storage. Will termites build their mud tubes on the sidewalls to gain access to the yummy wood structure? Craig

In addition to the above, provided there is enough land available, a private roadcourse with picturesque settings, not unlike a manufacturer's proving ground where one will be able to drive their Model T's, etc., without the fear of being run over by a semi going 80 mph. **Edit: The M1 Concourse in Pontiac as stated two posts below is the layout/concept I had in mind. Thank you. Craig

Not sure about the history of this 1910 Oldsmobile Limited in Reno: http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?50056-Orphan-of-the-Day-04-02-1910-Oldsmobile-Limited Craig

Ensure the adhesive removal product will not dissolve the old enamel or laquer paints. It may only be rated for leaving the modern two-part epoxies untouched after use. Craig

Like Ford's Mustang 'California Special', I believe the Skylark 'California GS' was also sold in other markets besides California through selected dealers in the US and Canada. Craig

For the exposed area where asphalt was originally used, go with spray-on truck box liner. It is available in the exact same texture of the original undercoat, and will always retain that brand new appearance when washed, unlike real asphalt which always appears dirty once it picks up dust and road grime. Think of how nice and black freshly laid asphalt pavement looks, but it never stays that way. Craig

A McFarlan in Reno: http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?59198-Orphan-of-the-Day-02-16-1925-McFarlan-Twin-Valve-Six Craig

I certainly hope not!! Here's another '32 in Post #19 here---------------------> http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?28963-More-Eye-Candy-12-16-Prewar Craig

Are you sure it's not the 1935 seen here? http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?57663-Most-elegant-Studebaker Craig

More on that '33 President convertible here: http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?53288-33-President-Roster-at-car-show Craig

Here is an American Underslung in the National Automobile Museum in Reno: http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?50089-Orphan-of-the-Day-04-03-1913-American-Underslung-Touring Craig

Does your count include this one in Canada? http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?59921-Decision-time-1932-Studebaker-restore-it-or-part-it-out Craig

I imagine that luggage rack was sold as a genuine accessory item at the dealer level. If someone has an original luggage rack with the installation instructions, perhaps cutting the end of the tailpipe at an angle might be included on the instructions sheet. Craig

Did you ever obtain that NOS accessory Cruise Control that I mentioned on page 15? I never checked to see it if got listed on Ebay. Craig

Did you see if it's in the Bortz collection? Craig

It might be worth a trip to the Public Library in the region it was sold and go through the automotive sections of the local newspapers and try and locate advertising for this specially trimmed run of cars. I've seen and heard of a few vehicles that dealers had specially trimmed over the years. Craig

Fortunately, I don't have any use for one of those! Craig

My firm rule I made with myself about ten years ago, is: If I buy another vintage vehicle, one I currently have MUST go! I have a cap on my amount now. Craig

I knew of one 1960 Thunderbird so equipped with a standard shift transmission with overdrive. Another one on Ebay a few years ago jogged my memory of it: http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?41996-If-you-find-genuinely-rare-cars-interesting Craig

I can see pulling in that many AM stations in Victoria considering Vancouver, Seattle-Tacoma, and perhaps even Portland is close enough to obtain clear reception on the AM band. Regardless, AM radio has lost their listening audience steadily since the 1970's. Craig

The same scenario happened to Jorn Utzon over the construction of the Sydney Opera House, with cost overruns. Jorn was pissed and would not attend the grand opening of it when it was completed. Craig