John_S_in_Penna

The best source for automotive fabrics, by far, I understand to be SMS Auto Fabrics of Oregon. Their telephone is (503) 263-3535. I've never had a need for the services, but many, many, other people have used them. There's an excellent chance they'll have what you need. And if they do not, I understand that they can reproduce old fabrics on order.

Loren, since the posting is over 4 years old, the car undoubtedly sold long ago. You can call the seller, though. And many people who posted a car for sale 4 years ago would never see your request 4 years later, so a phone call is the way to find out. In recent years, asking prices have frequently been 'way out in left field--sometimes double what a car is worth-- and it's possible that a car may still be available a year or more after it's advertised. In this case, I doubt it. Hope this Forum advice helps a future car owner!

Is that shade of mint green correct for a '48 Buick? I've never seen one that color and suspect it's not an authentic color. Aside from the mismatched paint, the color looks good on that car, though. Here's the text from the Craig's List ad in case Forum members want to see it after the original C.L. ad expired: "1948 Buick Roadmaster Convertible, beautiful car that needs a few minor things to finish. Runs and drives but currently needs points to get started. $42,000 OBO. Private party sale, owner moved out of state. Call 847.561.6815 to view"

David, I've noticed that most current leathers don't have a glossy enough finish to compare to earlier leathers. I don't get involved in upholstery regularly, but I've seen, for example, a beautifully restored 1960's Lincoln convertible, but its new leather interior had an incorrect "matte" finish. When I had my 1961 Imperial restored in the late 1990's, most of the black leather samples I obtained were quite dull. I believe custom dyeing can eliminate this incorrectness. But do you know why the finishes of standard leathers have changed? Different chemicals, or a new process? Or simply because modern cars' leathers aren't shiny as the old ones were?

Nice car. One of our local AACA region members has the same model. Though I believe his is all original, it isn't quite as nice as yours. In counting survivors, no one truly has searched all the nooks and crannies of the country (and foreign countries) to give a definitive statement. I suspect that there are considerably more than "maybe 2-4 left," but that doesn't detract from having the nice car that you do.

Wayne, I know of a 1936 Lincoln V-12 sedan, black, professionally restored, that I think should be in that price range. It was for sale a couple of years ago when I was looking for a pre-war car. I can check on it for you, because sometimes cars take a long time to sell.

I've noticed that Classic Lincolns are under-appreciated. They typically bring considerably less than an equivalent Packard or Cadillac. So keep them on your radar and be patient---

Harold, In excellent condition, those might bring $2 each on a good day. With wear, it's hard to say if they have much value at all. Lots of fine information in them, though.

And sunny skies--not a drop of rain--not a pound of mud! I came wearing a jacket but soon took it off and enjoyed the show in a short-sleeved shirt. Hard to imagine that the show field would be so fine after 2 days' deluge!

And a half-filled Hershey is still better than most car shows around. Many Classics and oldies were still there.

SATURDAY'S SHOW FIELD WAS PERFECT! BLUE SKY! SHORT SLEEVES! NO RAIN! NOT A SINGLE POUND OF MUD! I figured I would be showing a car--according to an earlier forecast, in drizzle; according to my fears, in gravel- and straw-filled mud ruts. But there was sunny sky and such a well-drained field that no one would have guessed that there was a deluge the past two days! It was beautiful weather and a great car show. I'd say half of the cars stayed home, fearful of the worst; but other than that, conditions on the show field were absolutely PERFECT! Let's remember this the next time we have rains.

A look at this thread, predicting sunshine, shows how inaccurate the weathermen are when guessing more than a few days out. But set-up day Tuesday was brilliant, and Wednesday was merely cloudy, so Ted (Post #25) and others could have enjoyed at least some of the show.

Nice car from a seldom-seen make! At first I thought it was the same blue Paige touring car that was shown at the A.A.C.A's Eastern National Spring Meet in Carlisle, Penna. this year-- but that one was a 1923! Paiges paid especial attention to styling in those years, probably more so than other makes. You should put your asking price and contact information in this forum. Not only are those the forum rules, but they'll help people contact you better. All the best to you!

Even though the AACA literature auction has been held every other year, I understand that there will be no such auction in 2013; that, instead, the literature has been sold piecemeal throughout the year via Ebay. The in-person literature auction was such an enjoyable event that enhanced the Hershey experience. Please bring it back!

Mr. Huptoy is right: Autumn weather in Hershey is variable. Take it from someone who lives close: The TYPICAL high temperature is 60-75. A light jacket, or no jacket at all, will suffice during the afternoon. Mornings could be in the 40's or 50's. Last year there was frost on the ground in the morning, but that was quite unusual. Snow would be a once-in-25-year occurrence here in southern Pennsylvania. A spectacular day could hit 80 degrees. I've seen an uncommon Hershey day where it was cold and rainy and the high temperature didn't get above 45; so plan for extremes, but you likely won't encounter them often.

Anyone to answer the gas-mileage question? Thanks!

I'm not sure that the $300 set, which was said to be in excellent condition, was a "steal" or not. I figure it worked out to about $2 per hard-bound magazine. Since literature dealers these days are often selling them for $5 a copy, that would allow 100% markup and enough to pay to carry them around and to afford flea-market rent. But the research and information contained in Automobile Quarterly's articles is invaluable!

The July-August 2013 issue of Antique Automobile, national AACA's magazine, happens to have pictures of TWO different 1914 Locomobiles! A maroon touring car on page 36; A gray limousine on pages 43 and 51. The owners' names are listed, and you could contact them for possibly more information. The magazine is often posted on the internnet too, for those who aren't members.

Here's one thing to consider when choosing paint colors-- it may give your wife a broader historical perspective. Tastes vary with time, and sometimes run in fads. Recall the browns, golds, and avocado greens of the late 1960's and eary 1970's. Later, those same colors may go for a period being absolutely detested before they become appreciated for representing an era. When I repainted my gray-and-yellow 1957 Buick in the 1980's, I thought of changing the colors. But I did not, and soon realized that those authentic colors are distinctive. I've never seen another one painted in such a "dawn gray" and "antique ivory" (soft lavender gray and pale yellow) combination! There's something to be said for repainting your car in the colors it actually came in from the factory: You're documenting the tastes and styles of a part of history. If someone doesn't like a certain shade of yellow, for example, is she looking through 2013 eyes? That shade of yellow, daring and dashing, may have been the cat's pajamas in 1931! And a bold yellow may be a stand-out among the hundreds of cars at a major car show! Of course, the car is yours and the decision is up to you. But this gives another view.

I agree with Mr. Bleach. Pictures always enhance an ad. And giving more information, since space here is free, saves potential buyers a few steps. Posting the phone number was very helpful, too. Nice to see that someone is restoring 4-door hardtops!

And I'll bet the Horseless Carriage Club directory would be available at the A.A.C.A. Library in Hershey, Penna. You could phone them and see, and they would undoubtedly be happy to give you information from that directory.

Friend, please tell us your price and where the car is located. It's a rule in this forum, and your car may sell faster. Posting a picture or two will help also. And, since most people reading this are in the United States, or English-speaking Canada, you will do better if you translate into English. (Or maybe someone will be kind enough to translate for you.) Thanks!

Ebay links and Craig's List ads expire quickly and are soon inaccessible-- but AACA Forum posts have long lives. Many things are for sale long after an ad has run. I called about a Stutz for sale a year after it was advertised in Hemmings Motor News, and it was still available. And after time has elapsed, things that may have been optimistically priced can be more reasonable. O the virtue of patience---

Since Craig's List ads have a way of expiring even when a car may be unsold, I've copied some information for future prospective buyers. (I have no knowlege of the car. From the picture on Craig's List it looks a little rough, but, hey, it's a Limited!) "1958 Buick Limited ****** Father purchased to restore, it has power windows and locks, factory AC, has some rust, but overall good condition, you will not find one this nice at this price that runs, call Johnny Cantley cell 352-401-4040 or after 6 pm 304-294-5376"

I can attest that Automobile Quarterly is the best automotive publication, by far. Their research and detail are superb, and nothing else even comes close. Earlier this year, I missed getting a complete set in excellent condition complete with indexes and slipcases, for about $300. I debated whether I had room for so many books. Even at that price, the set didn't sell quickly--but it sold before I eventually called!