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14 hours ago, trimacar said: "Kind of a sore subject with me. Years ago, I found out about a 1909 Pierce Model 24 roadster project for sale, this was pre-internet. I called the guy, we agreed on a price. Since he was 3000 miles away, I asked him to (at my expense) overnight me some pictures so I could confirm what he had and what I was buying. Next day, received pictures, immediately called him. Sorry, he said, someone came to my house last night and bought it. I was sad and mad and....well, just add your adjective.... Did he do wrong? Remember, pre-Internet, so no instant transfer of information nor funds (such as a Paypal deposit). Did I do wrong? Told him I'd take it upon verification with pictures, is that qualifier enough to push me off the buyer's ledge? Darn if I know, all I know is that I wanted the car but it didn't happen.....and I'm still mad at somebody (maybe me?)" _ 13 hours ago, 1935Packard said: "I would think that, legally, he didn't do wrong. Been a while, but my recollection is that a binding contract on goods worth more than $500 ordinarily requires a contract in writing, which didn't happen here. And the fact that you wanted to see pictures suggests that there wasn't an orally agreed-to deal yet. There was also no deal giving you a right to purchase the car at the agreed to price if you liked the pictures, as there was no consideration on that; you didn't give up anything in exchange for him holding open the offer just to you. So a bummer, but not breach of contract. My sense of things, at least. On a car, the written contract is the agreement. Everything up to that point is just a gentleman's agreement to later make an agreement, not a legal contract. Whether it was a not-so-nice thing to do is another matter, and probably depends on the details of what the two of you said." My response to all this is the potential buyer would NOT commit until he saw photographic evidence of what he was getting for his money. The 'YES' wasn't firm until after the local transaction was made. Time was of essence, and it was not in favor of the interested buyer who was 3000 miles away. Therefore, I see no wrongdoing here, although the seller might have offered to send a cheque to cover to reimburse the interested person who lost out on the sale who asked for photos of the car to be expedited on his dime. Craig

Clue us all in, please. First, what model coupe? 2002? or a 3.0CS (E9)? How 'poor' is 'poor'? Is it a 'driver'? Does it run? Is it a rust-bucket? The term 'poor condition' has different levels among different marques as well as to an individual assessing it as a restoration candidate. Truth being, regardless which model, it will still cost a bundle to restore. However, I won't personally state an opinion until you provide us with more information, including photos. Craig

There are some who like to load up a vintage car with as many factory accessories as they can find. While some of the appearance accessories may look good, some of the 'utility' options, including the trunk luggage rack, and the door-mounted 8-track holder would only take away from its looks, regardless how rare they may be. Craig

They sure will! Especially in the 'Insane' and 'Ludicrous' mode. Craig

Reminds me of what International did to create the Scout SS. Except in Scout's case, plastic filler pieces were used in place of the doors as opposed to being cut down on the Crosley. Craig

Auto-Retro magazine from France is an interesting read. (Not that I can read Français too well.) They profile a lot of American cars as well as their own, and its a two-way street. A year or two ago they profiled a US-market 1978 Renault 5 'Le Car' in the one issue. Apparently, there were enough differences between a French home market model, vs. a US market model, including round 7" sealed beams in place of the rectangular Cibie H4 units, and the 'Le Car' stripes to include it in the magazine. Craig

Well, Tesla did open up their patents to anyone! But charging plugs are no different than iPhone manufacturers having their own design, and have adapters available. Craig

Kissels seem to be popular with AACA members. Type 'Kissel' in the search box if you want more info on them. Craig

Its been said before: When someone like that passes away, you've lost a full set of encyclopaedia's worth of knowledge. Craig

For overnight guests staying at a hotel, for instance, they would only require the lower voltage slow-charge which already exist in the parking lot; not the higher voltage quick-charge units which would logically be near the front of the building. Remember, engine block heaters do consume quite a few watts of electricity, therefore those outlets in the parking lot are designed to carry good size electrical load. Craig

Here's one from 1909; a Studebaker manufactured to 'government specifications' https://journal.classiccars.com/2018/09/11/go-underground-at-the-studebaker-museum/ Craig

One thing in favor of northern climates, is nearly all apartments, hotels, and other parking lots meant for overnight parking already have electrical outlets in place for engine block heaters. Craig

Thanks again for your great photos! One of these days, I'll get to one of your meets as there are lots of vehicles we never see here. That later dark blue Mustang convertible appears to have been a French market car, looking at the rear lights. Craig

As you state, it was not 100% brand new. The Powell was basically a 'glider' vehicle'. Craig

Thanks for posting. That must be a 'continental market' MGA with the steering wheel on the left. Any idea what country it was sold new in? Craig

Powell is an exception. Craig

That is also facter. The subcompact Ford Focus RS hatchback is within $5000 in price of a Lincoln Continental. IMHO, the new Continental is priced way too low, and should have been a good profit maker for Ford. Craig

That is why Cadillac, OLDsmobile, and Lincoln lost so much market share! They tried to target those buyers in the 1980's and '90's which were not being replaced by younger buyers once they lost their driver's licence. The younger buyers upgraded to the more opulent and upmarket versions of Audi, BMW, Lexus, Mercedes, etc., of what they were currently driving. I know of many BMW drivers who started in their twenties with a 3-series who have maintained their brand loyalty by moving up to a 5, or a 7 or 8-series of the same marque when in their late fifties. Craig

Part of the problem is they really need a mid-to-full-size SUV on the market. The Model-X is fine as a small crossover, but a full-size SUV will have be their high-volume model as the automotive market is currently 63% SUV/CUV-Van-Light truck vs. 37% passenger cars. Keep in mind, Porsche, Jaguar, Bentley, Lamborghini, Maserati, and Rolls Royce have not ignored the SUV market for good reason. There is huge money to be made in it. Craig

Don't forget General Pershing's Packard: http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?19946-General-Pershing-s-Packard Craig

Just a note, two of his cars, the 1938 Talbot-Lago and the 1939 Panhard & Levasseur are currently on loan at the Portland Art Museum "Shape of Speed" exhibit. (Better hurry and get there as it wraps up this Sunday!!) Craig

This outfit from England has received high ratings for their products. http://www.craftmasterpaints.co.uk/ I believe they do have a line of paint finishes for wood. Craig

If enough respond, it will keep one's hopes up. I found a NOS Bendix Hydrovac unit; the heavy-duty one meant for big rigs a couple of years ago which is difficult to find. A number of years previous, I found a hood ornament for a 1964-6 Studebaker in 'good used' condition for $5.00. Craig

William Durant of GM fame comes to mind. The company will live on, while the founder loses it. Craig

A right hand taillamp was an option on base model 1939 & 1940 Studebaker Champion cars. Single taillights on trucks were standard until sometime after the war. Studebaker made turn signals standard equipment on all cars starting with the 1956 model year. Craig