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I can't confirm a "1922" Overland 4 but our 1920 Model 4 was recorded doing about 52 mph one time on a Freeway in Detroit, Mich. Mom was NOT happy! With today's drivers not very cautious around antique cars I take all thew back roads I can find and just enjoy the slow pace. Any pictures of your car? Doug

wex65, That is a great history / experience. Your car looks GREAT! Any chance you might be able to give him a try behind the wheel again or even a ride? If you do, take some pictures and post some of his (soon to be yours). I might steal your Blast from the Past caption for my car rather than highjack yours here. Doug BCA #35039

Before new top. The year is 1983 and after 12 years of use (maybe some teenage abuse), car comes out of three year slumber looking like this. Wife says, "that roof looks TERRIBLE". Agreed, 600 bucks will cure that so..... After new top. The year is now 1992 and the now nine year old top still looks new. A lot more care and proper storage helped that. In keeping with two only pictures theme, being a convertible, these are the few I have with the top up. Car is up on stands for a brake job or would post the latest. (still looks good today) Doug BCA# 35039

OK, so finally found my friends 1960 Monarch Lucerne photos. Now, with that kind of name can it get any more Canadian than that? eh? They are group shots so not the best for the car but think you get the idea. I do know when I have gone with him to the States that it sure gets everyone buzzed. You should have seen the crowd around it at the Ford only show in Dearborn two years ago! Doug BCA# 35039

Hey Richard1, Just had to say NICE CORVAIR! When I first looked at your pictures I thought, That's my sister's car! Her's is an early 1960 that she bought as her 1st car in 1974 (not the typical type 1st car purchase right?). We grew up with Dad having antique cars and he had a nose for finding low mileage used cars so... the car was nice, the price was right and bingo, her independence was secured! Of interest about her car is: When it came time for her to go to University, she picked Arizona State University in Phoenix and drove the car there. See, we lived in Windsor, Ontario (next to Detroit) so with Mom & Dad following her in their Oldsmobile, drove all 1,920 miles one way together! The Corvair blew one fan belt on the way but otherwise performed flawlessly. While she was there, my now wife and I flew out to visit for a week and decided to drive down to Nogales, Mexico and back from Phoenix. Again, no issues. After graduating, I drove down in dad's 1968 Meteor wagon to load up her things and follow her the 1,920 miles home again. She still owns the car and wants to see it back on the road again someday. Doug

Yes Rob it is a Hobby and looong time love of all things cars! Being that Windsor was once the Automotive Capital of Canada, close proximity to the Detroit Auto Show (currently going on) and being involved with antique cars helped lead me down this path. Also, your comment about it being a two-generational involvement..... actually I can say it is a three-generational involvement! My youngest of two sons is in his fourth year of Mechanical Engineering at the U of Windsor. Since he has grown up with not only my "Old Cars" and his Grandfather's (now mine) he has that car thing in his blood too. We have had many interesting and sometimes spirited conversations often comparing (and sometimes enlightening him) about how today's technology evolved because of early pioneering in the automotive industry. Another note about the 1906 Buick, did you notice the Buick Club badge on the rear license plate? In 1967 I guess we were known as 'The Buick Collectors Club of America'. I will have to check and see if indeed that the owner was a member or the badge was at some point put on the car later.... anyone have a roster from that far back or know of a name change for the BCA? I know I'm not too old yet to learn something new. Finally, if you look at the car next to the '06 Buick in picture 2, you will see that 1905 Ford that I mentioned. Because this is the Buick Forum will leave that for the AACA group. However, loved the history of your Edmonton Ford! Rob, I'm going to send you a PM later about a family trip in 1969 and seeing Edmonton using the Upper Trans-Canada Highway from Vancouver to home. Doug BCA# 35039 1958 Buick Special 1958 Buick Limited (2) 1958 Buick Roadmaster 1920 Overland 1928 Whippet 1951 Nash Canadian Statesman 1952 Ford F1 1989 Cougar (30,000 miles) and no more room

Oops! Missed the 0 in my BCA # (not that old a member) s/b 35039 Doug.

As stated above, just thought it might get more exposure here and all Buick owners might enjoy. The car I'm posting is "NOT" for sale or "I" own but is something I'm personally involved with and thought you might enjoy. The car is a 1906 Buick. Here is the story: I have been a member of a local Car Club (off and on) since my father joined and bought a 1920 Overland touring back in 1966. Back then the Club was active with all kinds of car activities and touring was part of that fun. We have lived in Windsor, Ontario, Canada since 1963 which is across the river from Detroit, Michigan and after joining the Club learned that the Detroit Chapter of the VMCCA was holding an International Invitation Meet and Dad was planning on attending with the Overland as part of the Club to be held at the State Fair Grounds. So, not everyone had trailers (especially enclosed) back then and a time was set to meet in Windsor at the Club Garage, drive through the Windsor/Detroit Tunnel and down Woodward Ave to meet with the VMCCA group. The pace was set by having the oldest car leading the way. No this was not the 1906 Buick but... a 1905 Ford built (assembled) here in Walkerville, Ontario, Canada. Also included in the group was: a 1909 International truck, a 1911 Studebaker touring and 1921 Grey Dort touring to name a few that I remember. As a 12 year old and not up with world politics (this was before the Riots in Detroit), seeing all these wonderful cars in our Club and then looking at the VMCCA Member's cars, left me with a huge appreciation of ANTIQUE CARS. Needles to say it was a wonderful day and... while looking at the Buick with Dad while it was running for everyone to see, doesn't he ask the owner if we can go for a ride?! Well... obviously the experience of hearing that 2 cylinder motor, the smell of the leather seats, hearing the drive train whine, the shifting of gears, that fresh air in the face (no windshield) and just being included (at 12) to enjoy antique cars..... FANTASTIC! Flash to today, That Buick has been owned by the same owner since I rode in it and.... the Car Club Dad & I still belong to, The Historic Vehicle Society of Ontario (Windsor), owns and operates the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village and it was donated recently. It sits proudly in the 25,000 square foot Museum along with many other fine (some Member owned) cars and has not been on the road since 1967 (see photo). Outwardly the Buick is essentially in the same condition it was back in 1966. Naturally it would need some extensive (tuning up) work to get it in dependable running condition and still has the same tires on it. Being a BCA member, I asked if I could possibly bring it (by trailer) to the 2008 Buick National in Flint but as it was still in the owners name and only on display would have to pass. It has been suggested to me that because of my Buick car interest that I should make contact with the previous owner, maybe tape an interview with him at the car and record just how and what to go through in order to start this incredible car. With a bit of time right now, just might pursue this and see what can be preserved for the future. Hope everyone enjoys this as much as me. Should it be better served to move this to the Pre-War section feel free.... Being Buick..... all good. Doug BCA# 3539

Roberta, THANKS for your work here! Meant to reply earlier but....... just got busy with life. Barney, thanks again for taking the time. I have sent a letter today and will see.... Just to comment, I learned something (never too old for that), this Forum / Community is GREAT! Not only did it come forward when my question was asked but it also came forward to look out for all our protection too. Thanks for reinforcing my Membership! Doug BCA# 35039

Mark, Looking at it as an open forum I tend to agree with you here and that is why I asked if anyone with info would PM me. Barney, not that I don't greatly appreciate your help, now that I have the info, is it possible for you (or the moderator) to delete or modify your response, that might be the best thing to do? My intention was not to compromise anyone here. Guess I could have given my email address too for my contact (maybe not a good thing either?). The computer world is/can be world of issues. Doug BCA 35039

Barney, Thanks for the info, will try that for now and see. With the low membership number hope all is well for him. Apparently his Dad bought the car new in 1958 and has been in the family ever since per his card and took two years to restore/refresh. Thanks for taking the time to look up, Doug BCA 35039

Hope someone can help. While going through my Buick file, I found a card dated 2009 I received from a member BCA# 2145 - B. Mensching with a photo of his beautiful 1958 Buick Roadmaster convertible. Unfortunately there was no return address on the envelope or card. My 2011 Roster does not have him listed. Since I have a Roadmaster also and a member since 2000 or so thought it a nice gesture he sent me a Xmas card / picture but never found out his contact info. For privacy sake, if anyone knows how to contact him I would greatly appreciate if you could PM me. Thanks, Doug BCA# 35039

Well, Here is my: 1958 Buick Limited 2 door hardtop BCA# 35039

Well, Here is my: 1958 Buick Special convertible

Well, Here is my: 1952 Ford F1 truck

Well, Here is my: 1950 Nash Canadian Satesman

Well, Here is my: 1920 Overland model 4 touring

Well, Here is my: 1928 Whippet Cabriolet

D'ANG ADAM! Like everyone else has said, That is one sweet '58! Can imagine the feeling of being able to have an extremely nice driver and a Limited (soon to be completed/restored) car at the same time. Really the best of both worlds. It does however explain your short absence posting on the Limited though..... A girl friend, playing in a band, up and coming marriage, future surgery, some recovery time, wedding planning, your dedication to cleaning up the Roadmaster...... don't misunderstand me here, I'm happy for your ability to manage on all accounts. I'm just pointing out that 'life thing' creeping up on you, so don't let the Limited get too neglected as we have been living vicariously through your fine efforts on her (especially us '58 owners). Regarding the Roadmaster: I really like the two tone interior which to me classes it up a bit. I also noticed what appears to be a BCA sticker in the front windshield, does that mean it was a Member car before or did you put it in there? Would be cool to think it has been in the Club for awhile and you are now the next Club custodian shall we say. What an excellent early Christmas Gift! I sincerely want to wish you and yours all the best, Doug BCA# 35039

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! JUST WONDERFUL! Doug

Finally found the pictures and scanned them of My/Dad's '58 Buick Limited which I drove when I was 16. It's on the front lawn because after him driving it for just over two years, the U-joint broke Xmas day 1970. Sat there till spring when he offered it to me IF I would help him change the joint and pay for the new exhaust. Sadly it is pretty far gone today but is a part source for another Limited I bought which is identical right down to the options (could be a twin). Can't be soon enough to get that out on the road but for now... (sigh).

OOOHHH Yes, I had not one car in High School but three which were all the same year and make. 1st, was a 1958 Buick Limited 2dr Hdtp that Dad handed down to me, as not wanting me to drive hot rods like some of my friends. This was in the spring of 1971 and the car had sat on the front lawn with a broken U-joint since Xmas. If I helped him change it out and paid to have the exhaust fixed (dual system here) I could have it. Being the boat it was, not everyone thought it was cool but I didn't care, I was driving! That summer I sneaked three of my buddies into the Drive-in in that huge trunk which just about killed them as there were holes in the wheel wells which was a common issue with those cars after some years. 2nd, was a 1958 Buick Special (red) convertible that came to me from a guy that knew I had the Limited. What I had in the bank was only 150 bucks and while his asking price was much more, shook his hand and said I would be back with the money. Fortunately my Grandmother knew I wanted it badly and lent me the rest much to my fathers displeasure. Being at a High School with 1200 students offered little available parking and because I lived somewhat close only drove it there once. The day I did, over the PA comes, "would the owner of a red Buick convertible please report the the Office or the car will be towed". That never happened again but... went back to my 10 year Class Reunion and drove the car (yes I still have it, even today) and parked up on the front lawn in front of the Library! No, there was no announcement to move the car. Most remembered the car, some not so much me (until I returned to the School's 25th Reunion last year). 3rd, was a 1958 Buick Roadmaster convertible I found in Old Autos magazine in 1975 for all of 100 bucks. It was not pretty, with the drivers door smacked, the drivers seat bracket broken, two flat tires but.... all there and the engine would turn over. Managed to talk a friend of Dad's who had a trailer to help me go get it and when my mother came home that day, found it parked on the front lawn right where the Limited had been when it broke down Xmas of 1970. Don't really need to say SHE WAS NOT HAPPY! That car was never on the road but.... I have been fortunate to be able to afford reasonable storage for not only it but the other two as well over the years. I even dated my wife in the Special and after we were married don't I find another 1958 Buick limited 2dr in a Cleveland ad! Since my 1st Limited was pretty well worn out and this car showed only 57,00 miles she saw the wisdom in buying it and keeping the original car for parts (at least that was my conversation with her then). Can't wait for my 40th year Class Reunion!

There's that heaven thing?

Out after a 5 year slumber......

Hey Dave, Saturday, up here in Ontario (5hrs north of you), we had 70 degrees also. About 2pm decided to take the Whippet out for a last run and fill up the tank for the winter. GREAT AFTERNOON, stretching into the the early evening because several admires wanted to know "What the heck it was". Took a couple of shots with the lights on (checking as we do not make a habit of driving at night) as the car is stored at my other property not too far away. After parking her, made note of the mileage. Decided to check the transfer papers when Dad gave me his cars, it seems I have driven the Whippet almost 240 miles since August 2011. Not sure if it is just me or.. with the bit of tweaking going on it seems to be running better each time. Maybe just the exercise is helping? or I'm just getting used to the cars quirks and squeaks. Now need to concentrate on new inner tubes and two new tires for the 1920 Overland this winter.