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10 minutes ago, JACK M said:
Thanks Joe, this will help.
VL, I ended selling the whole thing. Probably shouldn't have but the ID-ing was about 20 times this.
Yes well I probably should have kept all the NOS parts, but same. Selling them they way we did was probably for the best. Would have been different if I’d have lived closer.
Hope your doing well. Thanks for installing the tub and all the other stuff you’ve done on the Retractable BTW!
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This isn’t my car, found these pics on Google that show the rear tub and luggage.
BTW, if anyone has the luggage, I’d love to find some. 💗
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1 hour ago, padgett said:
Nyet, this chrome trim.
I’ve seen fender skirts like this on some cars. Not factory. I’ve heard this areas is notorious for rust, so likely done to repair the area. I can tell there was some work on my car in this area also.
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13 minutes ago, CHuDWah said:
Not belittling Anthony Schmidt but I don't think he's the same as the person whose link I posted. From some of the descriptions of that Anthony's cars, I believe he is an adult living in the Netherlands. He builds as well as photographs his cars and dioramas.
Oh, my mistake, I stand corrected.
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Curious what you did with all the tune up parts you got from me? I know you sold the cabinet, but didn’t you keep the plugs and other stuff?
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On 4/6/2021 at 11:23 AM, CHuDWah said:
Yes, they are - some authenticity mistakes but the guy's craftsmanship is admirable even if one isn't a modeler. And be sure to check out the Ford garage under "Dioramas" - the detail is fantastic.
And he’s a young man who is autistic. (Not even old enough to drive yet). I believe he and his mother are members here. He was gifted a ‘57 Ford and just started some restoration on it. He has a Facebook page if anyone is interested in following along:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/AnthonySchmidtphotography/?ref=share
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I’ll take a pic of the trunk to post the next time I get mine out. Pretty small cargo area when the roof is down which is defined by a square tub. I don’t have the original luggage that fits in the tub and they don’t make repops anymore, but they used to. I’m not too worried about the lack of trunk space. I usually put things in the back seat or back floor.
As Jack mentioned, they do have a nice ride. Great for going on a cruise. Looking forward to going on some rides next week, (with the top down), when temps will reach the 70’s here in Oregon. That is, as long as the top goes down. I hold my breath every spring. 😂
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On 4/8/2021 at 1:31 PM, CarlLaFong said:
Not a retractable. Deck is too low and no splits in the roof
I see the front split at least. Definitely looks like a Retractable to me. 👍
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Yes, the Bronco. A couple different people. 🤦♀️
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I used Montway to ship a non runner from TX to Oregon and a nice Skyliner from TX to Oregon. Both good experiences. You can get a quote right on their website.
They are Brokers, so I would assume it depends a lot on who you get to ship the car, but I’d use them again.
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The magazine is high quality with interesting articles. I am surprised at the volume of quality content and lack of filler or ads. Well done! 👏👏👏
Subscribe, you won’t be disappointed!
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28 minutes ago, Marty Roth said:
Yes, 1950 Buick,
1951 and 1952 had similar taillight treatment,
but I believe the rear windshield wasn't the same.
PS: if my aging memory has any appropriate remaining cells,
The red sections adjacent to, and on either side of the trunk lock would have noted
BUICK EIGHT
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DYNA FLOW
Regards from warm and sunny New Orleans - Hope you're doing well
Thank you Mary. I’m doing better, miss the Southern weather though. It was 55 and sunny this afternoon, but will rain for the next week. Good old Oregon weather.
Hope all is well in your world.
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6 minutes ago, g-g-g0 said:
50 Buick?
I think you are right. I found this pic online of a Buick Special.
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Just curious. I’m guessing an early 50’s something?
Thanks in advance.
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5 hours ago, jensenracing77 said:
That explains why my dad had so much “junk” in his shop. You’d be surprised how much stuff I threw out!
I checked out the Olds thread. I was under the impression the Spyder was the first production turbo. It’s interesting to read about the Jetfire. What a detailed restoration you’re doing. It looks amazing! 👏👏
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This is one of my dad’s cars that had been sitting since the 80’s. I had no idea what condition it was in or why it had been sitting so long.
A friend offered to check it out. Today he told me the engine is free, it has spark and compression and with a new fuel pump and fresh gas, it should run. I’m so excited!
Of course we are a long way from a driver, but it’s a start. 😍 It will need a battery, brakes, possible rebuild on the turbo, a good wash and much more, but I’m hoping to get it on the road again one day. (Last pic is from the 80’s).
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In the midst of dealing with my father’s situation the policy even cancelled once for a few days and JC Taylor took care of it. I was going back and forth from Oregon to Texas and it slipped though the cracks.
It has been my experience that all insurance policies do have a grace period though.
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On 2/24/2021 at 5:05 PM, TerryB said:
Is there a rule somewhere that says 1950s cars for sale MUST have a pair of fuzzy dice hanging from the rear view mirror? This is a Chrysler New Yorker, New Yorker owners were not fuzzy dice people! The owner would have been a younger professional person who wanted luxury with a dash of adventure mixed in. The guy with the white t-shirt with the pack of cigarettes rolled up in his shirtsleeve would have fuzzy dice and drive a Ford or Chevy, not a New Yorker.
Terry, can you tell me who would have driven my ‘57 Skyliner? Since it’s a Ford, is it okay to have fuzzy dice? Your post makes me genuinely interested in some insight on who would have driven my car “back in the day”. 😁
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I ordered an issue to take a look. Excited to check it out. 👍
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Does anyone have advice on installing a car tracker? I keep reading about classic cars being stolen and thought it might be good to install one?
Thanks, Victoria
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7 minutes ago, Jasper4247 said:
Haha. That is all great.
Thank you for the info Victorialynn2. I think my wife would enjoy it, and I would love to see the Alamo.
I understand there is also a Museum of the Pacific War in Fredericksburg.
Yes the Pacific War Museum is really cool. There are 3 parts and I believe you get a 2 day admission. My father enjoyed it very much. We never made it down the road to the village part, but the rest of it was really cool. I bought my father a book about war airplanes in the gift shop that he really enjoyed. He retired from the Air Force. This museum is another must see if you have the time.
My dads place was 20 minutes away in Harper and I love Fredericksburg. I plan to visit there again. You can get some really great BBQ in LLano at Coopers. It’s always on the top lists for Texas BBQ and is a nice drive. I think the local HEB has BBQ now. (Grocery store). Lots of great places to eat.
If you ever visit in the spring, Willow Loop, on the way to LLano is a beautiful drive.
In Kerrville, The Cross at Kerrville sculpture garden has a nice view and is worth a visit. Admission is by donation. There is also a really nice riverside park and trails and lots of restaurants with outdoor seating along the Guadalupe, just past the Walmart on 16. Honestly, I could go on and on about Hill Country.
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2 minutes ago, Doozer said:
Dear Lord, please help me this day to keep my big mouth shut.
Hey man, he gets a new car, she does a little shopping. Sounds fair to me. 🤷♀️
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50 minutes ago, Jasper4247 said:
Thanks to you all for the input. I really appreciate it.
Thanks to you Matt for taking the time to give such a detailed answer.
I do believe that I will take the trip to see it in person. I have been looking a long time to find one of these that wasn't chopped and customized.
My wife gave me the green light, and it would not be good to have problems dropped off at my door. A few days out of the PA winter doesn't sound bad at any rate.
Take the wife, she will love the weather and the quaint shops in Fredricksburg! Also, Lukenbach is close by. I like to see the Riverwalk in San Antonio when I go also.
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3 hours ago, Jasper4247 said:
The dealership placed ads on classiccars.com
The dealership is Street Dreams located in Fredericksburg, TX
I checked Better Business Bureau site and they have an A+ rating with no customer reviews or complaints.
The company has been in business for 20 years.
Many good reviews on their website but, of course, it is their website.
I believe you are referring to “Street Dreams”. I’ve been there many times and I know they sell a lot of cars because the local DMV office is where I went regarding my dad’s cars and I saw the paperwork in their “inbox”. Yes, they have their own inbox at the DMV. The cars I saw all looked really nice and all the cars were high dollar. I asked them if they were interested in buying any of my dads cars and their offers were really low because obviously they want to make a big profit. I get the sense that you will pay much more from them then you would a private party.
Austin and San Antonio are both about 2 hours and Fredricksburg is a neat town that a lot of people like to visit. I’d recommend that you make the trip if you can. Kerrville is very close also and probably less expensive for a hotel room.
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Thanks for letting us know how your trip went. I was searching for this thread to see how it went.