ericmac

I'm thinking Stutz, Graham, Marmon, Gardner..something really off the beaten trail. It would have to be something good to get into Amelia or Pebble. Ed's not a convertible sedan guy so that's out (probably), thus I'm going to hazzard a wild guess, a Stutz Blackhawk phaeton or roadster.

Thanks so much for posting these. Looks like an interesting show!

Nice car!

I saw that car also and gave it some thought. If it was a car I loved (in my case, 29-33 Franklin or 46-48 Nash) I would be all over it partially because so much has been done. Given that the car is not at the top of my most wanted list, I would not think about the OP discussion car personally, but that's just a matter of taste. In order to buy in and complete the job of any restoration you first have to love the car a lot more than the potential return on your investment. That's my two cents worth.

Going back to the original topic, while As and Ts are slower in traffic, if you are okay with a non-brass-era T or a closed A, it really is tough to find a more practical, accessible or affordable entry level collector car than an early Ford. So...there is some balance to things.

And I wish the market for those POS Packard Twelves would tank as well. No such luck.

I visited Seal Cove last week. My only regret was I didn't have more time. It was well worth the stop.

If I had not just purchased one I would be all over this car.its a deal.

I have four Ts, most of them late 20s. I am fortunate to live in SW Michigan where I can easily drive them for errands, to car events and occasionally to work. I say that as an echo to the sentiment that in the right place, driving a T (or an A) regularly is very doable. I plan to get an A someday as well. On thing I am very aware of is when I am holding up other drivers. I don't just hang out there stubbornly but pull over, wait for the line to clear then continue on. As often as not, in such situations someone will pull over to see if I need help, take a photo or both. If a kid wants their picture taken with (or in) the car I do so gladly.

Nothing not to like there. Wow!

I think there are various gradients to this concept. We have all seen advertisements for cars that run and drive...and do so, barely. Then there are cars that are mechanically restored but that description can range from a car that received a tune up to a stem-to-stern mechanical restoration, both with or without addressing the electrical, fuel or cooling systems. There are "turn-key" cars that seem to imply a great car in every way....but they are not. "Fully sorted" should, and often does, mean everything has been done correctly and everything works as it should from the factory. To me, the best description is the car that "needs nothing" though those cars are very few and far between. Even the best restored car I owned (an AACA Senior Grand National winner) had a couple things on my to-do list when I sold it.

That's a deal

I talked to the owner via email at one point and he was after a high point car. He had it for sale for a long time before diving in on the restoration. I agree though, I would have loved to own it as it was but timing didn't work out.

While there is a lot to like about this car (wire wheels and it looks fairly complete, though it lacks the visor and a correct taillamp), it appears to need everything and the price is optimistic to say the least. There are a lot better cars out there for significantly less money.

Bummer...wish I could have met up with you!

You guys are cruel. Yes to all!

Yes.

To me there is a prewar and two postwar answers. Prewar, I would want a 1930 Ford Model A Phaeton or Cabriolet, tough I could make a Roadster work also. I may be strange but I want one devoid of accessories and with a single rear mount spare. Postwar, I have two on opposite ends of the spectrum, size-wise. I am right there with everyone on the VW bandwagon. I like the flat windshield type convertible. Or...I would love to own a '64 Imperial convertible. What a great looking car that is.

I was looking for a top for my Model T (used, ideally original type, as it is a HPOF car). The scammer sent me photographs of the top and the car it was coming from. The problem was he sent me photos of three different cars, one of which contained a photo from a well known upholsterer's website...and a photo of a car I upholstered myself years ago. When challenged, but not before telling me I was crazy, he disappeared. My recommendation is run a Google image search and see where the photos come from. If you find your seller's part in the first couple pages of your search, you just found a scammer.

I am going slowly on this car but not on purpose. My house projects got in the way and so has that pesky job of mine. Anyway, after a hiatus I finally got the rear fender and rear passenger door off. I really had to beat on the hinge pin to get the door removed but it's done. I almost got the upholstery off before it was bedtime for my girls. I would add a photo but can't seem to make the link work. I'm sure I am doing something wrong.

That convertible is a '59 or '60 (I'mnotsurewhich). Note the different headlamp/grill assembly from the other two cars. With all three you might be able to come up with a complete convertible.

I am a huge fan of Nash products. This car is a real inspiration. I will follow your progress with great interest.

I am going to have a ton of nickel plating to do on my '26 Fordor. Yoyr work inspires me to give it a try.

I like this car. If I has 25K and no place to stash it I'd offer him cash. It would be a fun car to use regularly.