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    Bon voyage

    in Me and My Buick

    Posted

    Cheers Beemon, will post  outcome.

    my preference on Buick years ,love the rounded lines of late 40s and early 50s , but developing my Buick knowledge via this excellent forum I read a post about a 1960 Electra 225 loved it, not as much as my 53 though!

    cheers

    pilgrim

    Bon voyage

    in Me and My Buick

    Posted

    Hi guys , expected to have posted photos of car in Cyprus by now , but this week been a tale of the good the bad and ugly

    car arrived in Famagusta on Tuesday , went to pick up Wednesday with friend from classic car club and required docs that should have allowed me to drive away and then register within 30days. I went to see it in warehouse it looked great and started and ticked over quietly amazingly GOOD , however immediately disappointed as  customs wouldn't release car as they had calculated I have been Cyprus for over six months by 10 days and differed rule applies , I must register and pay import duty before car released BAD, thinking not a great problem should be done by Thursday commence process with shipping agent . With classic cars duty should paid on original cost of car in sterling so provided proof of this to agent for presentation to customs , however whether or mistake or not aware classic car process failed to present to customs consequently they didn't treat as classic car came up with a very UGLY $11000 duty payable! Shocked and not satisfied with this result have enlisted help of president of classic club who has meeting with head of customs on Monday. Stressful week end. So pretty gutted at present . Fingers crossed for positive outcome and back on track for my Buick life next week.

    enjoy the week end and your buicks.

    cheers

    pilgrim

     

     

    Bon voyage

    in Me and My Buick

    Posted

    Hi guys , excited boat arrives Monday ,should be unloaded by Wednesday ,arrangements made, friend from classic car club and his mechanic coming with me, hopefully just a battery boost will be needed. Then my first drive some 25miles ! to home, Fingers crossed.

    Also been invited to attend concours event on 3rd September  , car is not concours but pretty good so won't be out of place.

    life with my Buick starts.

    have a good week end 

    cheers

    pilgrim

     

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    Favorite Pictures of My Post War Buick

    in Buick - Post War

    Posted

    Always loved 50s American classics and been admiring  the beutiful buicks posted here , so I post my current favourite photo of my 53 special convertible ,chosen because it's the only time I have sat in the car which is currently being shipped to me in Cyprus. Will post again in new surroundings 

    Cheers

    pilgrim

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    Bon voyage

    in Me and My Buick

    Posted

     Cheers Mr Earl.

    last leg commences!

    Received good news today car has left Uk on its last leg to Cyprus ETA. 22nd or 23rd , really looking forward to giving her some TLC and my first drive!

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    Best 66 mustang convertible spec

    in Ford, Edsel & Mercury - 1954 and Newer

    Posted

    Hi guys 

    looking for some advice wishing to drive a classic American in the uk , I love 50s cars but going to share with my son in law who will only consider a 66 mustang or corvette , so going with mustang , 66 corvette bit pricey . Firstly confused by codes read that a is standard c deluxe but is there much difference in the trim and is a code c worth more. Secondly what is best a good original or one that has a recent complete restoration , surprisingly not a huge difference in price. Neither me or my son in law are hands on mechanics so staying clear of unfinished projects. Some adverts say rare , but is this true as seems to be quite a few available and having looked at production numbers seems quite a few made too. So is there a prime checklist , say 66 code c GT or should we just get a great condition one original or restored? And not worry about codes etc.

    cheers

    pilgrim

    Bon voyage

    in Me and My Buick

    Posted

    Hi Guys 

    was down earlier, happier today as made progress, shippers seem to be accepting liability and had great after sales service from Gateway , chap who sold me car obtained details of original roof suppliers company in New England and they also provide great service and will supply any replacement part to Buick original spec. Therefore feeling positive that I'll have her sorted in due course.

    have a great week end with your buicks.

    cheers

    pilgrim

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    Bon voyage

    in Me and My Buick

    Posted

    Cheers Mr Earl 

    dosnt look like a patching job , probably needs new cover.

    trying to convince insurers .

    also any members with idea of repair cost would be appreciated 

    cheers

    pilgrim

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    Bon voyage

    in Me and My Buick

    Posted

    Hi Guys , very pleased car starts the last stage tomorrow from Uk to Cyprus, but not such a Bon voyage today, annoyed and disappointed have found out car was damaged during transit from states . Apparently there is a tear in the roof right across back where it meets the body, awaiting photos .

    hopefully will sort when it arrives next month.

    cheers

    pilgrim 

    Bon voyage

    in Me and My Buick

    Posted · Edited by Pilgrim65 (see edit history)

    Hi guys 

    well I made it , with limited help from sat nav that took me the slowest route.

    car was parked outside shippers building when I arrived , looked fantastic!

    had a couple pictures taken and now when I look at the photos 3 things come to mind 

    lucky Bugger ! To own such a car 

    cat that got the cream! Happy me

    For 60 plus years old , the car has lasted a whole lot better than me !

    Sadly only a brief meeting have to wait another month before it arrives in Cyprus ,hopefully commencing voyage next week.

    cheers

    pilgrim

     

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    Bon voyage

    in Me and My Buick

    Posted

    Hi developments today , car arrived Southampton Uk last week , I ve returned today  from Cyprus .to Southampton where I live in Uk ,intended going to docks to see car before picked for transit to Enfield , but missed it ,picked up this morning! Close encounter!

     

    however excited as  going to Enfield Thursday and will see car for first time!! Will post my first photos 

    cheers 

     

    • Like 3

    Hood ornament collectors?

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    Agree Terry , I collect die cast models to, particularly shelby cobra 427, trouble is now have 3 grandsons all want to play with them , don't stand up well to treatment by 4 and 5 year olds , have had to get the super glue out ! Put back on a higher shelf!

    cheers

    pilgrim

    Hood ornament collectors?

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    Cheers Terry , good memories !h

    have another piece which  has  special memories for me .

    I the 90s my company used to be sponsors for a top British rugby club Bath as sponsors we were invited to attend with officials a charity match between Bath and the British aircraft carrier HMS invincible , event included tour , match , captains dinner and night on board. I was given an officers cabin , very small with bulkhead about a foot above my head when laid on bunk, but appreciated as crews quarters can't have been as comfortable. Whilst having dinner with crew and players , jaguar cars who were also present presented the Captain with a new jaguar ,which  he drives when the ship is visiting foreign ports as part of British trademark abroad , however they also presented him a jaguar mascot which they said was one of the last to be made commemorating the game. The Captain being 'a proper chap' decided to auction it for the charity and I bought it for $500 .It was mounted on an engraved stand, which I have but prefer to display without . Probably not a good investment ,but I love it and will keep it, memory of a great week end.

    cheers

    pilgrim

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