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I no longer find them 'out of the ordinary' with their resurgence in popularity; especially the number of European manufacturers now offering them. The '57 Ford is somewhat 'archaic' as nearly all the new offerings allow the trunklid to be opened in a regular fashion for loading and unloading of goods, which explains their appeal now. One no longer has to load/unload them from the sides. As a side note, I had to correct the curator/tour guide at the Lemay Family Museum in Washington. He tried to tell us the '57-'59 Skyliner was 'Ford's only retractable hardtop'. I reminded him Ford offered an Escort in Europe and Australia from 2006-2011 as a retractable. (Escort C-C) Craig

They were offered on 1955 DeSotos for sure, and it was made by Benrus. http://www.arizona-classic.com/nos_benrus_steering_wheel_clock.htm Craig

Continental kits, YES. They were an option on several Ford products in the 1950's and 1960's, and are especially common two-seat T-birds. Nash was probably the next 'famous' for offering continental kits. Henry J also offered a factory continental kit. On Packards and Cadillacs, connie kits were standard on the Caribbean and Eldorado models, and might have been available on the 'lesser' models. (Someone can confirm) Craig

Very nice condition throughout, looking at the pictures, and rather well optioned, including a/c which makes it desirable in some climates. Of note, it has the 'standard' interior, which is still nice, but compared to the higher-end 'deluxe' interior, which would have been a huge step up with nicer appointments, including chrome door pulls, and center armrests. Craig

Here's a BRAND NEW one you can buy!! https://www.mercedes-benz.com/en/mercedes-benz/vehicles/passenger-cars/mercedes-maybach/the-new-mercedes-maybach-pullman/ Got deep pockets? Craig

Here are three more Tuckers: http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?75777-LeMay-Auto-Museum-Tacoma-WA http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?51934-Orphan-of-the-Day-06-11-1948-Tucker http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?46981-Orphan-of-the-Day-12-15-1948-Tucker&highlight=tucker Craig

I am rather surprised there aren't any British makes, with Australia being a Commonwealth country. I would have expected at least one or more Rileys, and Wosleleys, etc. Craig

And if we also include the postwar cars? It would depend on what options are on those Camaros on the Yenko lot. Most are aware what Yenko Chevrolet was known for back then, which means either of those two Camaros could have some very rare high performance options. Also, if one counts 'as the way they are shown in the photo', the vehicles in the Yenko photo probably have next to zero miles on then, while the '32 Ford is a used car. Therefore, if one immediately garaged one of those Camaros right after purchasing, it could have the edge over the Ford today. Craig

Here's a four door I took a photo of a few years ago: http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?51200-Orphan-of-the-Day-05-12-1927-Essex Craig

With the outside resources now opening up to Cuban residents who have these vintage cars in their possession, will parts become readily available to do a 'proper' restoration of these cars? And how many can claim to be an original owner, (or a son or grandson of the original owner) of one of these cars? Craig

That appears to be either a Saoutchik, or a Figoni & Falaschi body. Craig

Here's another Davis I posted on a different site: http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?57613-Orphan-of-the-Day-12-26-1948-Davis Craig

But Mike is still within the state, and the same rule would apply, presumably. Why would it be any different for him where he is? Craig

I believe its a Labourdette body, and Jean Labourdette used that tulipwood strip design on a few cars. http://theoldmotor.com/?p=137985 Craig

Has Mr. Yeakel in Bellingham also encountered similar problems with the WA licencing authorities registering his "David Dunbar" era Buicks? Craig

It's one of those few 'factory accessories' that one would NOT display ON THE CAR at a car show, and purposely hide that beautiful grille! Craig

A local rock band could be a candidate for one of these cars. There's enough space to haul all their gear in it. Craig

It is important to fix the vacuum leak(s) ASAP, if it does prove to be a leaker. Air-borne dust is being sucked into the engine as its unfiltered. Craig

It will be a continuation of 'light being shined'. Since the proliferation of the Internet, we have seen tons of discoveries of cars thought to be 'lost', and factory information which has hardly ever been seen before, and in a lot of instances, sets the record straight! Craig

Of the 1970 thru 1979 years, go for a 1970 or '71. Much better engine performance than later years, and front & rear bumpers that looked like they belong there. Craig

My prediction for 2017? MORE 'estate sales' Craig

Brilliant engineer, Alec Issagonis at BMC once stated, 'It is impossible to have an engine over 2 liters in a front wheel drive car without uncontrollable torque-steer'. Boy! Did GM ever prove him wrong with the 1966 Toronado!! Craig

It would be worth a lot more in the U.K. than in North America. Craig

Yeah, must be a scam!! The wheelbase is too short to be an '84 Chev truck! Craig