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Can't be many like this! No price given but the mention of "nearly $200,000 in mechanical sorting by RM Auto Restoration" gives a clue! Lots more text in the ad. https://www.prewarcar.com/an-unrestored-horch-how-the-pride-of-saxony-made-its-home-in-america https://www.tomlaferriere.com/listings/1937-horch-853-cabriolet/ The car retains all its original numbers-matching components and identification tags. It subsequently underwent considerable mechanical sorting by RM Auto Restoration resulting in close to $200,000 in receipts, copies of which are on file. All components were carefully rebuilt as-necessary, while carefully maintaining their patinaed finishes; the same treatment was even given to smaller components such as the gauges, switch gear, and wiring. A modern gear-reduction starter was fitted to enable easier starting, though the original starter is included with the car. The Horch has since been extensively detailed, with black paint applied during the war years and chrome trim still found to be intact under layers of age, the running board mats in place, and the black leather interior with ivory piping still in very presentable condition – and surprisingly comfortable, to boot! Other than the wartime repaint, only the top has been replaced, its age and patina now fully in keeping with the car’s character and charm. 401-651-2295 or email directly at tom@tomlaferriere.com

Seems like they may be getting serious about selling.... Now OBO https://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/d/fresno-motivated-1937-buick-straight/7694380979.html PRICED TO SELL $16,500 CASH!! O.B.O. NICE DRIVER 👌 No Rust or Rot 1937 Buick Straight Eight Series 40 Special All Original Model 41 Style 37-4419 Straight - 8 Engine 3 Speed Manual Transmission 6 Volt Electrical System Exterior Carlsbad Black Interior Taupe Mohair (559) 731-5600

I've always felt the mid to late 70's were the bottom of the curve for several reasons. Smog laws were really starting to hit and many of the manufacturers gained compliance in ways that when you look back on it shows how little they understood. My mother had a '76 Monte Carlo. It was huge on the outside but not at all spacious inside, got terrible mileage while producing not a lot of power. Made you wonder what it was using all that gas for! In the same period, my father in law gave us a '74 Audi 100LS. I very stylish car that had a very nice and comfortable interior. One reason you never see one today: they were front wheel drive with inboard front disc brakes. The pads only lasted about 10,000 miles and were relatively inaccessible. Power from the 4cyl engine was marginable at best, and if you turned on the also marginable A/C on the freeway, you immediately dropped about 3mph. It felt like you hit a massive head wind. Mine developed a minor exhaust leak and people started asking me if it was a diesel. I decided it was time to let it go, but the dealer wouldn't take it...he actually said "We don't want those, everybody knows they're no good"!

There's a topic going about LA County stock piling Crown Vics when production ended and some discussion about how good things were circa 1990. I caused me to think about all the "daily drivers" I've had. My current car is a 2018 Chevy Volt plug in Hybrid. Really a great car but it's probably among the most complicated which will ever be built, and that has caused some issues (only the crummy dealer knows how to work on it). I think over the years I've depended on cars from the 50's onward, and possibly the early 90's were the best compromise of efficiency, relative simplicity, reliability, and safety. What are your thoughts?

Back in the 70's my business did maintenance at the local airport. They had Oshkosh dump trucks for snow removal. I believe they were mid 60's vintage but the doors still had wood framing (which was not holding up to the harsh conditions).

'36. Chrysler from '24 (although they were initially external contracting)

It's only "Over paid" if you want to sell it, which means that the money it worth more to you than the car. If you don't want to sell it, the reverse is true and no matter what the price, it's a good deal!

Or possibly this is an older building which was shingled to cover deteriorating siding, and those bulges are covering a Victorian architectural element. It's interesting no matter which!

Looks like a nice usable car! Wish there were more interior pictures. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/south-san-francisco-1935-chevy-stadard/7698819147.html 1935 chevy standard 207 six cylinder 3speed rebuilt transmission new clutch pilot bushing good breaks rebuilt caurburator, starter, generator excellent body new tires 2nd owner California car $18000 650 400 4174

I think of all the cars we are interested in, probably more than half are tucked away in some state of suspended animation in a garage or shed some where. Last year I posted pictures of the lady across the street's grandfather's 33 Imperial, full of boxes in her garage.

I wonder what color those wheels actually are?

You could drop a couple 100K on it and have a Ferrari Club track day car I guess...but there are probably cheaper and better ways to do that.

Actual history would make a huge difference. How are these different than "professional cars"? Although this was just posted, the link says "No longer available".

I'm pretty sure this had been for sale for a couple of years. I think I talked to him pre-covid. Seems a decent car but the location is a long way to go look, and the price is pretty high for a 6 cyl DeSoto sedan https://reno.craigslist.org/cto/d/genoa-1930-desoto-sedan/7694341341.html 1930 DeSoto sedan runs and drives, the car is in good condition. email: 9d745d279cff3c56b2bbc813c2990a40@sale.craigslist.org

I the new ad the wheels look even worse! https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/pittsburg-1931-chevy-window-coupe/7697285711.html (925) 783-9803

Going on Bring A Trailer...I wonder where it will end up (Probably not $38K!) More pics in ad https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/cto/d/san-francisco-spectacular-all-original/7698246640.html This 1941 Packard One-Ten Business Coupe has 12,000 original miles, presents in gorgeous original condition, and starts, runs, and drives with ease every time. The vehicle sports original paint in two-tone brown and light cream, a fully-functional interior, and a beautiful patina across the chrome and paintwork on the outside. We are preparing to list the vehicle on Bring-A-Trailer, but have decided to first field local offers here in San Francisco. If you want to come take a look, please send a text to me directly at (Four One Five) 506-7978. Serious inquiries only, price is firm. Cash, Wire Transfer, and Cashiers Checks accepted.

This a lot of one of these, but it does look nice. Is that interior correct? Much more text and many more pics in ad. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/cto/d/san-francisco-1947-frazer-manhattan/7696483817.html From the first year’s production by the Kaiser-Frazer Corporation, Audrey’s condition is nothing short of extraordinary and shows a lifetime of careful maintenance and care with incredibly lustrous paint, pristine gleaming chrome and stunning interior condition. Even her rubber seals are in lovely supple condition. Her Continental 3.7L engine starts and shuts off quickly, runs reliably and smoothly with strong power in all gears. Her transmission shifts quickly and smoothly through all gears including the electric overdrive and her suspension is tight and quiet. - Underbody and sheet metal are rust-free and complemented by unmarked chrome bumpers and near-flawless original glass. Rare for her age, there is not a single piece of trim that is missing. - All power and vacuum accessories including her electric overdrive and wipers along with exterior/interior lights, cowl fan, heater fan and horn work as intended. - She comes with two keys, original books and manuals along with additional background information about the brand.

I think only about 20% of the cars that interest us are visible at any time. The other 80% are sitting somewhere and only appear when that person passes. I posted my elderly neighbor's box covered '33 Imperial some months ago, I also know of a barn full of Fiats from the 50's and 60's, just collecting dust. Years ago, I read that Groucho Marx's '31 Mercedes was discovered in the area. I think what ever you dream of, it's probably in someone's garage or storage shed within 100 miles of you.

Sad to see these go...my favorite was Bill Johnson's Big Apple in Phoenix. Western themed, built 60 odd years ago and probably a throw-back even then. I always ate there when in the area. https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix/2015/05/24/big-apples-last-day/27887857/

Try the email listed in the ad...it may still work.

Looks like a Martin-Parry body. Here's a similar one on the '25 Chevy.

On the one hand, you hate to read these stories, but on other hand I hope to leave my kids with a mess like this, because it would mean I was active right up to the end. https://vancouver.craigslist.org/rds/cto/d/delta-central-1939-lasalle-cadillac/7694092595.html Selling my father-in-law's 1939 LaSalle. When he passed away it went to my brother in law who started a restoration. He pulled the engine for rebuilding and sent it to a machine shop where they stripped the engine down. While they had the engine he went into the hospital for about 2 month and when he got out, he lost all interest in the car He purchased an engine over-haul kit from Kanter's and was going to do the re-build himself (the kit lists at US$2454.74) .Included in sale So I have a partly disassembled LaSalle, that needs a home and someone with the interest to re-assemble it Asking $8,000 or best offer. Please contact me for additional information. (604) 704-8696

looks like a nice example! more pics in ad (No air cleaner!) https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/knightsen-1951-hudson-hornet-door-clean/7694062659.html 1951 Hudson Hornet!! 4-Door, All Original, 38,xxx Miles, Runs Great, Clean, No Rust or Dents, No Upholstery Rips/Tears, Straight 6, Garage Kept!! Spare Motor Never Started W/Dual Carb H.O. Included, New 6 Volt Battery, Lots of Spare Parts (Radio, Fuel Pump, Radiator, Etc.) Multiple Showroom - Nevada Harris Museum, Multiple Car Show Winner. Asking $23,000.00 OBO email: 66eb91d0cc6230cc852c7d7ec6c05134@sale.craigslist.org

That's what the ad says! Must be a rare model....Hope they took more care with the car than they did with the ad. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/san-mateo-1925-buick-beluxe/7694271313.html Runs and Drives Piece of American History Old school Wooden Wheels Head turner Reasonable Offers will be considered in person no offers over the phone Call me to setup a time to meet and check it out (650) 347-6060

Back where these were about 15 years old, I remember several that were Air Force surplus. The local airport had a one in their maintenance fleet, and a guy I knew had another one. Possible the result of all the base closures in California. Not duals however.