Chris Paulsen

Thanks for the info. I didn't know hubcaps with a C or W were Canadian; I just thought they were another US variation. I just checked out Ford, Ontario. I didn't know or remember it was a community in or near Windsor that was founded by Ford Motor Company. Very interesting.

What a great looking car. And what a fantastic ad. What are the differences between US and Canadian production? I know about the driver's door (4 doors total) and 30 x 3 1/2" tires all around. Were there other differences, too? Clasco lights, I didn't know about them - probably pretty unusual. Sorry I'm not able to buy it, but thanks for sharing the photos and info.

Thank you for the comments and compliments. It is sold. Chris

Definitely Overland. I believe it is a 1913 Model 69R. The radiator looks like it is painted and the lights look like they are black & nickel. Neat photo.

Thanks, Roger. I wish you did, too! Chris

1915 Ford Model T Touring car. It is a beautiful older restoration of a great original, low mileage car. April 1915 build date. Extremely authentic. Crank starts easily and runs great on battery and magneto. Drives very well. Has bulb horn. Full side curtains. I'd guess the restoration was finished about 25 years ago and it could have/should have been shown then. Driven very little since then. Needs nothing. Asking $18,000 or offers. Please email or call for more photos and information.

For sale: 1911 Hupmobile Touring. Older restoration. Appears to have been a good original car to start with. Original body, fenders, etc. Starts easily, runs and drives well. Asking $22,000. Please call or email for more photos or information. paulsenc at mcpherson dot edu 316-648-7887

The antique we use the most is 63 years older than me. It's our 1910 Ford Touring.

Here we are with our 1910 Ford (on left) and the Memmelaar's with their 1912 Ford (on right) on top of Pike's Peak a couple weeks ago as part of the HCCA tour.

Prestate licenses numbered just under 7,000 (most were leather) in NC up to 1913. The 1916 porcelain issues numbered to 26,256. Porcelain plates typically survive in greater numbers than leather and even steel in many early jurisdictions. All of that means there are far more 1916 NC than leather NC plates. If the leather is an original (it appears to be, to me, based on the photo, but it should be examined closely, in person by someone familiar with leather plates) it's value would definitely exceed that of the 1916. As far as Michigan (or any other state)-all states' plates values are different. Porcelain Michigan plates (1910-1914) are relatively common, but there are a lot of collectors, so that helps keep the values high. Yes, low number or mint versions can reach $500, they can also be found for $20. Michigan started adding the riveted tag in 1915 with the first stamped steel issue. Michigan leather plates are typically more valuable than the porcelain issues. I hope this helps, Chris

Here's our 1920 Model T with a Frontenac 'T' head. Lots of fun!

The original radiator was fin and tube. Depending on the cost or repairing the honeycomb core (if that is what it is) it may be less expensive to put an original style core back in it. I've seen a few running, driving older restorations for $25,000 or less in the past couple years. They are great cars, but the Model 24 (roadster) and Model 25 (touring) are the small models. I certainly wouldn't want to pay that for a non-running one that may need block and/or radiator repairs. Photos would certainly help.

I agree. Maxwell is the only engine I've ever seen with the removeable (in one big casting) valve seat assembly like that. 1915-era.

I'd second Layden's guess.

Unfortunately George Jepson passed away about 8 years ago-just going from memory. He and his wife Bea were absolutely wonderful people. I believe George was 97 years old when he passed. A full life for sure. Chris

I'd like to invite anyone in the area to attend the 13th annual car show at McPherson College in McPherson, Kansas. It is entirely student run. Typically we have around 175-200 cars. This year, we are featuring CCCA "Full Classics". We tend to draw more original and restored, authentic cars than other shows in the area. Here are a few photos from previous shows. Thanks for looking, Chris Paulsen McPherson, Kansas

Thank you for the comments. I've had a couple emails too. We have been talking about offering classes at other times and even other locations around the country. We will certainly try to advertise and let everyone know as things progress. One of the benefits to the classes on campus is that we have evening activities each night during the class. They range from visiting local car collections to other brief seminars/discussions, movie night, Model T and Model A rides and occasionally driving lessons. Thanks for looking, Chris

Sounds good. My father and I have a 1912 Liberty. 1:00, but which day? Thanks, Chris Paulsen McPherson, KS

I'm pretty sure it's an Overland. I'm not sure of the exact year-1916-17?

Once again this year, McPherson College is offering Summer Institute Classes to the public. There are two one-week sessions available. The dates are: June 4-8 and June 11-15. First week classes are: Automotive Electrical Systems (troubleshooting, tune-ups, 12V conversions, more) Automotive Paint (theory and practice of modern paint systems) The Finishing Touches (Wood graining, pin striping, brass, stainless, and aluminum repair and polishing) Upholstery and Trim, Chassis Restoration (basic operation of steering, suspension, brake systems, and frames. Includes hands-on tear down and assembly of components on a typical American vehicle) Sheet Metal Restoration (TIG, MIG, Oxy-acetylene welding, English wheel, metal finishing) Second week classes are: Automotive Paint (theory and practice of modern automotive Paint systems) Sheet Metal Restoration (TIG, MIG, Oxy-acetylene welding, English wheel, metal finishing) Engine Babbitting(covers different types of Babbitt and the equipment needed to restore bearings in early engines. We will pour and bore several during the week. Please contact us about bringing your own engine!) Manual Transmissions and Drive train (rebuilding manual transmissions and axles) Engine Overhaul (Learn engine rebuilding with the guidance of our expert restoration faculty-Project engines are supplied by the College). Please phone Garrick Green @ 1-620-242-0568 or click on: MC Technology | Institute for more info. Thanks for looking. Chris Paulsen<!-- google_ad_section_end --><!-- google_ad_section_end -->

Yes, 1912 EMF. It looks like a 1912 NY license plate on the front as well. Nice photo. Thanks for sharing. Chris

I agree, it looks like the same car. The second photo shows a 1912 Buick Model 43, which was the largest car Buick built that year. Great photos. Thanks for sharing them. Chris

Maybe more importantly...does anyone need it? Thanks for looking, Chris

Hi all- I've got this cast aluminum part which I believe it a battery box cover or similar. There are no markings on it. It is 11"x8" and 2" tall. Does anyone know what it is for? Thanks, Chris

This one is a Peerless. Interesting that they all have 1914 license plates.