Leif in Calif

Not cheap, but looks like a very nice example which would be easy to find in the Home Depot parking lot.

Grif Borgeson's book "The Golden Age of America Racing" claims that early Duesenberg racing cars had a hardwood insert in their aluminum frames. Randy Ema, who would know, says it wasn't so. Borgeson was not one to make things up so I wonder what caused him to say that.

That's a very interesting tidbit! I don't know about the correct pronunciation for Eddie...he was born Rickenbacher and changed the spelling to be less German. I've read a lot of biographies, Eddie's is by far the most amazing! What a life the guy had! As a 52 year old, he spent 24 days in a life raft in the Pacific!

I tried to search, only found guitars.

I don't know about this price...I know the "32 Ford" crowd has high standards, but it is amazing what a difference one year makes. (more pics in ad) https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/hayward-1932-ford-model-sedan/7676511895.html# model b engine complerly redone from top to bottom. 32 sedan very rare dual side mounts, accessory wing windows, 6 new wsw tires, luggage rack. heater, hood ornament. this car is a restoration to very high standards. silver with black fenders, runs perfectly a real show stopper! contact Mike Aahl 510 760 1260

I don't think that price is out of line. Microcars of all sorts have really jumped in value. When ever I see one of these I always think of this scene from the 1937 film Hollywood Hotel. Check about 2 minutes into this video:

Carbon tetrachloride! I have not thought about that in years! Used to be so common.

Right O! just pointing out that there are active clubs for these...depends on your location obviously.

Can't tell much from the pictures and no information in the ad! Been for sale for a while. https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/d/loma-1940-buick-business-coupe-special/7669332185.html A true survivor been garage most it's like the interior has been redone runs well you have to see to appreciate it and test drive (970) 208-2516

Looks like fun...I know there is an active club in Northern California. https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/d/buhl-1923-dodge-brothers-truck/7670272358.html# Sweet little 1923 100% original Dodge Brothers Screen Side Truck' Good compression! ORIGINAL,ORIGINAL,ORGINAL ! NO TEXT! Will not answer texts. Phone Calls only! 208-731-6932

I think the styling is an acquired taste. Dripping chrome and no surface unadorned. Over the top in a similar way to stylish clothes in about 1970. It's very striking when compared to what was happening in Europe at that time:

I don't understand the multiple years, but it looks like a nice car. (more not very good pics in ad) https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/d/san-jose-1937-buick-special-4door/7675819017.html e is a clean 1937 Buick special four-door running, driving original interior straight eight packet visor. Come see it title in hand 408-891-851zero

I really don't like the color but it's still a wonderful car!

I do remember reading that sustained high speeds pushed some cars beyond their limits. You would think a proper sports car from a firm with racing experience wouldn't have these problems, but I have read that Aston Martin needed to "adjust clearances" when the unusual aluminum "cheeses" in the W.O. Bentley designed engine expanded more than he thought the would. German cars didn't have those problems. My father bought a new VW in 1957 and I remember him being very impressed that it would "run all day with your foot on the floorboard". Of course the down side was you needed to keep it there.

I have an unsigned copy...I would recommend it.

My parents met in the late 30's in the oil boom town of Maricopa California. Just up the road, there's an area of the town of Taft that is called Ford City. Local "history" has it that it's called that because there was a Ford Motor Company plant of some sort there. Anyone have any information to support that? Maybe Henry wanted his own gas? Seems unlikely....

Sometimes the parking lot is as good as or better than the event, even if the event is a good one!

Big project...could be speedster material... (more pics in ad) https://salem.craigslist.org/cto/d/salem-1927-reo-flying-cloud/7673132614.html 1927 REO Flying Cloud -Brougham The chassis, engine, and drive train have been gone through and rebuilt fully. The car runs and drives great. It has a restored fuel vacuum pump, and a new starter, and exhaust. The wood steering wheel and wood spokes wheels have been fully restored as well, with 3 inch white wall tires including the spare.. It is in fully driving condition. The engine runs smooth and is run regularly. This is a large 249 in.³ straight six, having deep throated cylinders makes it sound great. The transmission is a strong easy shifting three speed. It’s ready to have the body restored. The body’s been disassembled in the process of restoring. The body parts all are together currently being stored in a cargo trailer. There is very minimal rust in a few areas otherwise it is in great condition for restoring. It has all the gages, window glass, and headlights etc. The original project was taken on by a man who has since passed away un-expectantly; he spent many years with his wife searching down parts for the restoration. I purchased the car 6 to 7 years ago from the wife and since then had it gone through fluids etc., the limiting factor to getting it fully running condition was the vacuum fuel pump. This was sent back to a guy in New York to be restored. After receiving back we installed and the car was ready to run. As I am older myself, I reluctantly realize, I should pass this project and great feeling on. The chassis is ready to go for this car to be assembled and complete this historic 1927 Flying Cloud Brougham restoration. This was the first car with hydraulic brakes produced by Ransom E. Olds (REO). Having the stopping power, he was able to put a larger engine and stronger drivetrain for speed. This car is part of the National Rio Club registry. The Brougham addition was a two door front bucket seats with the back bench seat design. email: 165602c9e5b2322c9c1af04ede3f4cce@sale.craigslist.org

Not an old car at the time, but I bought a new German made Capri in 1973. First time I took the spare out there was an empty schnapps bottle underneath.

Seems to me you are discouraging sellers who haven't done their homework.

Looks like a nice example owned by someone who has no idea about it's value. (more pics in ad) https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/citrus-heights-1924-paige-70-touring/7673352103.html Model Paige-Detroit 670 6-70 Touring Sedan Year 1924 May Condition Used Body Type Sedan / Saloon Power 51 kw (70 hp) Mileage 30,623 miles email: eac17c6bf7603cf1b2c7e80446b7b156@sale.craigslist.org

No interior pictures but the outside looks very nice.... has a serious mechanical issue... https://humboldt.craigslist.org/cto/d/arcata-1930-franklin/7673659290.html 1930 Franklin 145 airman, I have 30000 invested and had the started rebuilt and while they were testing it the motor froze up. I had a buyer in arizona when it was running for 23000 but could not come up with the funds, It is all aluminum so no rust problems, All the wood frame is solid and dry. It has factory hydrolic brakes and factory electric fuel pump. Tires are very good with two new ones on the front, Inside like new I believe when they were testing it , over heated and froze a rod bearing . email: c48b333e36233567b3263670a0c14f86@sale.craigslist.org

Bad pictures and little useful info but it looks like a nice car at a fair price. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/menlo-park-1947-chrysler-windsor/7673444777.html 47 Chrysler Windsor is a full-size car which was built by Chrysler from 1939 through to the 1960s. I put a decent amount of work on improving this car. This is a great classic with the fluid drive (manual/automatic) technology. The car runs great and the body is in overall good condition. email: 2a85aafeb615389db1a4658682d0cb4e@sale.craigslist.org

A very neat example from Front Wheel Drive's first period! I love that "Overhead Fan Shaft" with gear box! There was a period between the wars when many Indy cars were front wheel drive.

I admit I have a soft spot for these. SAAB was an aircraft company and at the end of WWII surplus planes were so cheap there was no market for new ones. The first SAABs where designed by a small group...none had any automotive experience and only two had driver's licenses! No wonder it all came out a little differently! Today SAAB does still exist as an aerospace and defense company. https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/truckee-1973-saab-96/7669951091.html A beautiful, original, rust free California Saab 96. This has the 1700cc German Ford V-4 engine, which has been modified with a Weber carburetor and straight exhaust, and Perlux pointless ignition, which increases horsepower from 65hp to about 85hp. The engine, with about 46,000 miles, still maintains its original 150 lbs. compression in each cylinder. It came out of a low mileage 1972 Saab. The car has its original paint and interior, though the headliner has disintegrated and been removed. The transmission is a 4 speed that shifts on the column. It is part of a transaxle delivering power to the front wheel drive. The alloy wheels are from a Saab Sonnett, known as the soccer ball style. Tires are 185/65/15 Falken ZIEX with good tread remaining. Included are a set of steel wheels with studded M&S tires should you be inclined to take the car ice lake racing. Also included is a 1972 Saab 96 parts car, which would be useful should a fender bender ever occur. I have owned the car for 10 years, driving it primarily during the dry months. If you've always wanted a Saab 96, this might be the one. Please note: Craigslist stopped uploading pictures at 10. Contact me to see more pictures if you're interested in the car. (530) 587-1757