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Will the doors open fully with the sidemounts in place?

Thank you for your compliment on my car. I appreciate that you recognized what has gone into getting the car where it is today.

I think the one was offered on here a year or so ago. 1941 Bantam Convertible. Completely original Original top and upholstery , Never restored, Runs very well, Purchased from original purchaser’s family $18,000 https://hcca.org/acadp_listings/1941-bantam-convertible/ Would you go for the as found car or the restored car?

I'm partial to the Bantams. They are quite comfortable and nice driving; but it depends on what you are ultimately looking for. If you have the chance to drive one, you should take it.

Spring is coming! Do you have a convertible ready for the nice weather?

After being bedazzled by the beautiful photos, I missed the last and most important line Please note that this vehicle's are currently inoperable and will need extensive maintenance I assumed that it was in equal mechanical and cosmetic shape. Especially since it only won a junior 8 years ago. I am curious what happened to it in 8 years to make it need extensive maintenance.

That interior looks very nicely upholstered! As much as I hate to admit it, these cars seem to have taken a huge hit recently. Here are two nice looking Phaetons that sold in the last couple of months: https://www.mecum.com/lots/1110450/ 87k https://www.hagerty.com/marketplace/auction/1937-Cord-812/3vgeqEjW1v4TeL4pIHdOxL 110k Is the sky falling? Were these advertised improperly? Were they in the wrong venue? This is the second Phaeton Facebook in the last six months. The last was for sale in Indiana (https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/700403868765639/). When the IN car sold the seller stated "a little bit under asking...not too bad"

Up for sale is a 1940 American Bantam Hollywood; a great example of the short run of about 180 cabriolets built by the small company before shifting production to the nascent Bantam Reconnaissance Car. Intended to replace the roadster, these car feature roll up windows and a permanently mounted set of hideaway top bows to yield an all-weather convertible. With a body designed by Count Alexis DeSahknofsy and reimagined by Alex Tremulis; the smart art deco styling made the tiny car look smart, elegant, and sporty. The term Austin Bantam is used often to describe all of the cars built by the Butler, PA factory that was occupied by American Austin Car Company and the Bantam Car Company. However, despite carried over staff and leadership; there is no mistake that they were two different companies that built two different lines of cars. From the ground up, every part was massaged or substituted with something better. By the end of production, passenger cars featured high revving three-main bearing Hillmaster engines, three speed partially synchronized tranmissions, better rear end gears, faster steering boxes, hydraulic shock absorbers, full floating brakes, and more. The new Bantam was faster, more nimble, and more robust than any of its ancestral Austins. While the prototype Hollywood was a pet project intended for the Bantam Car Company’s president to have an his roadster weatherproofed, Roy Evans was so impressed by Tremulis that he unilaterally decided to have the young designer build a prototype for a new production cabriolet. Supplied with a coupe and a protype engine, he cut the roof off, massaged the body, and crafted the rear of a Reo Royale into the sleek bustle. On finishing the car, Tremulis embarked in a cross country sprint to debut the new Hollywood. With speeds of over 80 mph reached and an exhaustion fueled rollover, the car and its creator made it to Pennsylvania. The car was such a hit that it went into production. Intended to replace the roadster, about 180 total Hollywoods and its stripped down sister the convertible coupe were produced as compared with under 50 of the outdated model. Of the 180 cars, only 120 were the deluxe Hollywoods with two taillights, stainless grille trim, and large selection of colors. The example seen here is a Hollywood. It was purchased from the Roaring 20’s Auto Museum in New Jersey by William Cathell. It was fire engine red with incorrect bumpers and a white tip. Despite being a remarkably solid and well presenting car with its numbers matching engine, Mr. Cathell hated the color and embarked upon a complete restoration. The fruit of his labor was a tastefully restored cabriolet which earned a Junior AACA first national award in 1988. The car was restored using NOS parts and some reproductions that were only available from the remaining factory inventory. At the time, no authenticity existed to provide restorers with an accurate idea of what a car looked like off the assembly line. Despite this, Mr. Cathell did a wonderful job both work quality wise and faithfully to the original vehicle. With only a couple exceptions which only an erudite Bantam restorer would notice, the car is remarkably authentic. Mr. Cathell also built the car to drive and enjoy. Beside featuring floating brakes and an improved clutch from the factory, something magical must have happened at the factory as this car is one of the best driving Bantams (or Austins) I have had the opportunity to drive. The clutch is smooth and almost modern feeling, the brakes are firm and appropriate, the steering is responsive, and the engine is sprightly. Driving this car brings a lot of joy. The car was recently treated to a new gas tank, fuel line, and NOS fuel filter to replace incorrect units. A new dry cell battery from Jim’s was installed. All in all, the car presents nicely and should make its next owner very happy. As to condition, the paint has a few areas where it has been damaged including some chips, cracks, and small bubbles. I have tried to capture photos exemplifying the paint issues. The horn and left taillight have stopped working and I haven’t had a chance to address either. The tires were installed at the time of restoration but have a lot of tread left. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out and I will do my best to respond. I have owned this car for over six years and it was stranded several hours away during covid and its lockdowns. I only got it back onto the road this summer, but due to some life changes, it is time to let go of this car. I will probably regret selling this car as it is fantastic and the chance to buy a car like this comes up very seldomly. Usually, cars of this caliber change hands privately among club members and private collections. located in NY. Asking $53,000.

Wasn’t there another Cord hot rod on here a while back?

Thank you very much for your photos. Are you sure that the one listed above is a 1045a? Firing order for non-s/c 4L-2L-2R-1R-3R-4R-1L-3L for s/c: 1L-3L-3R-2L-2R-1R-4L-4R This pdf shows the alternative firing orders between the two engines: https://www.acdclub.org/media/kunena/attachments/2264/show_pdf.pdf I have an IGH-45A which I will post a photo of which has the s/c firing order labeled inside of it.

I am not sure if the comments here are anti-bantam or the fact that this seller is losing money when seeking $28k for theirs. The value of Bantams are hard to pin down, but they can be costly to restore correctly (just like bigger cars). Excellent examples of more desirable body styles command high premiums. Mediocre restorations on less desirable body styles less so. Like most great cars, you never really know much about the transactions when they trade hands or if they even do. Personally, although I am biased, I like my car more: https://hcca.org/acadp_listings/1940-american-bantam-hollywood-cabriolet/ It took me about 6 years to find an example this nice, but it is time to let it go after enjoying it for another 6. The 4 seater is a bit more practical but the cabriolet is a remarkable car. Alex Tremulis supposedly drove the prototype Hollywood at speeds in excess of 80 mph, rolling it over at one point when he fell asleep at the wheel, to make it to Butler in time for its debut.

This car is not mine but the listing was shared with me and it looks like a nice solid car for the money. I like the detailed photos the seller took and the fact that restoration photos were shared Somehow, restoration photos make me feel like I can really get a better idea of what is behind shiny paint. https://www.ebay.com/itm/115946399271?hash=item1afef1a627:g:R0oAAOSwd6tlJHw8&amdata=enc%3AAQAIAAAAwO1ITnxoUIZwI16AJXgqiM3kCjPMLKr0gHiQ0kBateQZpxd9GgTkmTVCg13RiU6VCgp6zWeI7wcljxeyYLr97aWRFzLXQhNUH1L1AclWJLkzMKOG7qF2%2F3HPXwuF5OqVYfXVtRLBu5rhWYsJW3%2Fnr2R%2FFsT5MtlEgRfxOUVMC6jAx8K3ydqRbYcPRA90TA7%2FIlgQIz0lJZ54kGmcghpz5kkIgBRQvAmA%2FVcUtfyG6s32SfOMj5z27RY5bDMZRM8OzQ%3D%3D|tkp%3ABk9SR5qpwdPoYg

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/602662405150944/ 1940 Lasalle Convertible This was my Father in-laws last project car. I found receipts for $7000 in parts. The car has rechromed Ft & R bumpers,bumper guards,hood ornament, lower grill guards.It has a new Chrome tilt steering column,1 Pair of 5 inch spot lights and fog lights. There are 5 new wire wheels from Coker tire,some new rubber parts from Steele Rubber Products.There is a extra grill and two tops, 16 lower grill vents and 7 hood vent trim moldings. This car has a slant 6 and 4 speed overdrive transmission. Serious inquiries only. No scams [hidden information]

What a great truck! There can't be many of these out there. Good luck with the sale!