[For Sale: 1931 Chevrolet AE Independence 3-Window Coupe - $24,500 - Bloomington, MN - Not Mine]

Minnesota Pioneer Plates for Antique Cars. I know of this car. 

 

[What seems to be the shop rate these days to restore a CCCA classic car??]

48 minutes ago, 7th Son said:

Shops in the Northwest will quote $100,000. for starters, without having seen the car. If that doesn't scare the customer away, they'll ask for detailed photos or for you to bring the car by (no "house call" estimates). Labor alone could eat up most, if nor all, of that $100k. and then add parts and supplies   ...and that was for an early '30's non-running but "complete" mid-level orphan sedan (non "big three").

 

That's probably why common project cars aren't selling except to the DIY crowd.

 

 

 

Thanks

1 hour ago, Akstraw said:

$65 to $95 seems to be the going rate within my circles right now, for those shops that can actually find good employees and have available capacity.  I am sure there are wide variations across the country.

Thanks

1 hour ago, Matt Harwood said:

I might refer you to the receipts in this auction (which, for a true comparison, are 14 years old). It may also be worth noting that they started with a previously restored car.

 

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1934-packard-1108-twelve-dietrich-individual-custom-convertible-sedan/

 

Here's a preview of just one invoice, out of perhaps 30 or 40:

 

Thanks Matt

[1934 REO, not mine.]

$19,000 with the trunk

$22,900 without the trunk

[What seems to be the shop rate these days to restore a CCCA classic car??]

32 minutes ago, Akstraw said:

$65 to $95 seems to be the going rate within my circles right now, for those shops that can actually find good employees and have available capacity.  I am sure there are wide variations across the country.

Thanks

52 minutes ago, Matt Harwood said:

I might refer you to the receipts in this auction (which, for a true comparison, are 14 years old). It may also be worth noting that they started with a previously restored car.

 

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1934-packard-1108-twelve-dietrich-individual-custom-convertible-sedan/

 

Here's a preview of just one invoice, out of perhaps 30 or 40:

 

Thanks Matt

[What seems to be the shop rate these days to restore a CCCA classic car??]

I know prices are crazy these days to restore a pre- WW2 classic car and have it done correctly to the highest standards. Paint, chrome, engine work, upholstery, etc. All have gone up.

I know the big boy shops are booked with the billionaires and not afraid to charge them so they can win Pebble, other national events and a trophy. 

But in the real world, someone willing to pay for great work. What do you guys think per hour??? A real restoration shop with employee's, and not a backyard mechanic

Thanks, Jim 

[1934 REO, not mine.]

Seller Raised the price from $19,000 to $22,900 now  ?????

[Info to parts reproducer, payback?]

I know the feeling. Your 100% correct on how you feel. They should give you one of the parts they made because of your help. It's the unspoken truth.  Jim

[What is the cost these days to have a 1930's Banjo steering wheel recast?]

4 hours ago, Terry Bond said:

Their work was displayed in the trade fair at the AACA Annual convention in Chantilly.  Pure artistry. 

Terry

Thanks Terry and everyone !!!!!!!!!...........Jim

[What is the cost these days to have a 1930's Banjo steering wheel recast?]

What is the material used to recast, or repair a banjo steering wheel these days & the cost to have a professional do it?

Thanks, Jim

["Pines" Directo Turn Signal Info Wanted....1920's?]

31 minutes ago, TerryB said:

Look at this

https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/1930s-nos-pines-winterfront-company-arrow-turn-signal-set-rare.1159600/

Thanks again TerryB, I see it is missing the red jewel in the center of the turn signal levers. Also, appears to be missing the 4 mounting stanchions for the lights. I am need of a couple of the glass arrow lenses. A couple of mine are broken. Thanks again, Jim

["Pines" Directo Turn Signal Info Wanted....1920's?]

Thanks TerryB...............Jim !!!!!

["Pines" Directo Turn Signal Info Wanted....1920's?]

Does anyone have Literature, Magazine Ad, or Brochure about the "Pines Directo" accessory turn signal arrow lights from the Teens-1920's, maybe early 1930's??? Each light has a tag on it, Pines Directo. 

I think these were made by the Pines Company, the same company that made all the radiator winter fronts??? 

Thanks, Jim

[Photo of DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX (1931-1935)]

9 hours ago, alsancle said:

In the context of the era 144 is not particularly long.   The hood makes it look longer than it is.

 

Some other cars:

 

-  Phantom II RR - 150

-  Long wheel base Duesenberg 153

-  J8-90 Stearns - 146

-  Long wheelbase Stutz - 145

 

 

Also, 1934-1937 Chrysler Custom Imperial Airflow 8 passenger Sedan's and Limo's had a 146 1/2 " W.B.

[1934 LaSalle Question]

Does anyone know if the 1934 LaSalle steering column is the same for the 1935 and 1936 models? I am looking for a steering column for my 34. Thanks, Jim

 

I would also be interested in other parts for the 34 LaSalle

 

[1936 Auburn 852 Coupe Project]

Love the front seat upholstery. Do you think that is original? If so, its the nads  

[Packard Twelve Club Sedan at Auction]

1933 not 1932 as listed

[NC collector estate auction- it has some old car stuff]

Not worth the time looking at this auction

[Period images to relieve some of the stress]

1 hour ago, alsancle said:

Cycle fenders are interesting.  Car?

 

Guess....Paige????

[Can anyone I.D. make and years these 2 cars? Teens/20's]

That's what I thought. This looks like the car that use to be in Minnesota owned by a couple car different car collectors in the 1950's-1980's approx. Thanks John. Jim

[Can anyone I.D. make and years these 2 cars? Teens/20's]

2 hours ago, Fordy said:

French make Le-Zebre had a vee radiator on their 1920's cars, but I don't think the pic is one as the radiator looks too squat.

Steve

Thanks, no foreign cars in Minnesota that that time. 

[Can anyone I.D. make and years these 2 cars? Teens/20's]

My Guess the V radiator is a Pathfinder??? Sorry for the poor pics. Jim

[Revolutionary cars in history]

On 1/4/2024 at 2:26 PM, maok said:

What year did duesenberg first released the 4 wheel hydraulic brakes?

1920 Model A 

 

[Revolutionary cars in history]

5 hours ago, Hemi Joel said:

I think that Duesenberg's introduction of four-wheel hydraulic brakes was quite revolutionary. Virtually every car today has them.

The Cord L29 was revolutionary with it's first use of front wheel drive in a production vehicle, and it introduced low slung styling that absolutely caught on. The 36-37 Cords were revolutionary in being the first car to have a rear hinged, one piece hood.

I supposed to VW beetle could be considered revolutionary, being the first subcompact econo box import to really catch on and sell in high volume.

1934-37 Chrysler/Desoto Airflows and very early Franklins had one piece rear hinged one piece hoods 

 

[Evapo Rust……the final word. Watch the entire video.]

22 hours ago, edinmass said:

Ok boys. I think I’m the first guy to recommend Evapo Rust here 15-20 years ago. I especially like it to clean blocks and radiators. Heat speeds up the process as explained in the video. I would not use it on a frame like in the video…..to each his own. Great for rusty tools. Please watch the entire video, as the chemical reactions are explained in different areas of the video. It won’t touch paint, brass, copper, aluminum, or anything else. It binds with the oxygen in the rust and leaves metal alone. Back in the 60’s a NASCAR guy soaked his entire car body in hydrochloric acid……..made the metal thinner and thus his “stock car” lost half its weight. It was the same guy who made his fuel line four inches in diameter to carry twice the fuel load…….worked great till they changed the rules! Enjoy……

 

FYI- it’s fifteen thousand dollars of Evapo Rust. Fortunately YouTube and the manufacturer carry the out of pocket cost…….500,000 views in just five days.

 

 

Thanks Eddie for letting me know about Evapo Rust over 15 plus years ago. It really worked on my radiator's and water jacket problems. 

[1913 Hudson 6 54 Speedster $48,000 OBO]

5 hours ago, Ed aka #4 said:

You are all pretty correct. Great looking car, exciting to drive and I incorrectly called it a Super Six engine........and unfortunately for those of you saving your pennies to purchase....it's SOLD!

 

                  Ed

Hope it stayed in the USA