Steve_Mack_CT

+1 on the Continental, closest American vehicle of its era to the spirit or concept of a Full Classic - truly a unique departure from the typical styling of its day. (not that those MOPARs weren't - its just that to me they represented a different interpretation of common themes of the era while the Continental was completely fresh.) If you search the archives you will find a long thread where friend and fellow poster asks a simillar question between the Continental and a Caddy. He since moved on but I think the thread helped him decide to try a Continental for a couple seasons, nice cars...

Looks to me like a promotional picture for construction equipment. If you look at the driver, he is somewhat well dressed, and is likely demonstrating the chassis. A semi-educated guess is late 50s - early 60s?

I bet it is an interesting cache, Matt. Some people just like to accumulate and condition is less important. I have always preferred one or two good vehicles to a handfull of projects, but the "hoarders" are a big part of saving these cars and in time, they become available...

"God bless us each and every one" - (Personally, I think Tiny Tim from the '84 version with George C. Scott is the most creepy/pathetic looking kid I have seen yet in that part, but the humor may be lost without an actual picture..) Seriously Bleach, you are by far not alone in sticking foot in mouth... Onward!! How's about showing us some more pics of the new Ford??

Or leave the grille shell alone, go with a dark color and change the headlights to woodlights...

While I think this is a better venue for this find, Matt's Caddy is getting a lot of attention on BringaTrailer this morning - who knows, maybe one of the BAT-ttistas will be a player for this very cool car, Matt!

here is a nice coupe, Buckyboy - or at least it looks nice in the CL ad! 1941 Plymouth Special Deluxe Restored I have a soft spot for these as a '41 Ply was my first antique car, late 70s, at age 14. If this was a two door sedan like I had I might have kept the info to myself...

FWIW the fact checking is a good thing, West. I just started back up on a book I have by Menno Duerkson (sp?? not handy right now..) written in the early 70s - still a big fan but time has shown some of his points to be innacurate. Besides good reading, it is nice to know the Antique Automobile is as factual as possible.

Pretty interesting, surely prep will make a huge difference in terms of final outcome. Process reminds me of the "Chrome at home" kits you would sometimes see in car magazines in the 60s - "For best results, we recomend removing the part from the car, but you can chrome parts while on your car if necessary" Anyone else recall those advertisements? I think they relied on some sort of electric charge to the part - wonder if anyone was actually able to use such a kit...

Agree with Mr. Coco. Glad you are sticking around Bleach. Your regular posts show you have been around the hobby a long time and you add to the forum for sure. Steve Moskowicz made a good investment, once you get the best publication in the hobby you will be hooked. I also agree with my good friend Stock Steve that at times, gentlemanly disagreement has it's place - even here. That said, my New Year's resolution as it pertains to the forum is to try to stick with threads that speak to old cars, period. We have our respective stances on Ethanol, Rods vs. restored, and things that could stray into the political spectrum. And in the years I have been active here, have not seen too many (ok, any) "converts", in other words, opinions are tough to change. These issues that recirculate are probably discussions we could do without. I tried to use more judgement in 2012, will use more in 2013...

Agree. I almost emailed you the link directly when I got my daily update from C&SC this morning, but figured it could ruin one's breakfast and I did not want to do that to you.... Also figured I would let others weigh in but my 2 cents, I don't care if I had to hold the car for 10 years, I would do that to find the correct drivetrain. Barring that, I would come close and do the car in period. But that's just my two cents, gents..

Here is a rather unusual subject for this thread, however it is as I understand it, a "real" 540K: 'Unique' Mercedes 540K offered by Russo and Steele | Classic and Sports Car

Matt, the Graham-Paige has nice lines, hopefully yours is a little better color combination!

A.J. - on another thread you mention how their has not been a bonified discovery of an unknown Duesy "J" in 50 years - just curious if that is the case with prewar Classic MB? Are they a little too numerous (in general terms) and spread out across the world to make that same statement, or is their a cluster of experts who know the whereabouts of these cars? For example, is the project Dragone is working on a "known car"? BTW - the 4 door version is a very attractive car indeed.

Nice. For those who may not know although the Mini may pretend to hail from jolly ole' England, it is now a BMW owned product. Besides banishing any Lucas and related issues, and raising the build quality to BMW standards, the Mini dealers have adopted the BMW approach to service. I have to say I am delighted whenever I take Mrs. Mack's BMW to the dealer for service. You may pay a premium up front for the car, but they do treat you right in the dealership, especially with a new or CPO vehicle. Our dealer is co-located with the Mini dealer and the fleet of mini loaners are all spiffy, with cute vanity plates giving each of them a name. They not only make service painless, it is actually fun - little things like that can give you a nice impression overall. BMW recently took care of an out of warranty issue on our car as a goodwill item, guy says they do it all the time. Nice. I am sure their are limits but credit is definately due here, seems like a nice culture of service they are promoting.

Yep, I think the 2-door 30-31 "A" is one of Ford's best Model A bodystyles - the 4 door is nice also, but not quite as unique. Interesting group of cars, can't believe I missed another obvious one, the Cord. West of course, would find the obscure Classics... Any others??

Here is one for discussion (without hi-jacking Graham Man's thread) I can think of two 2-door Phaetons: The 30-31 Model A Ford (on my want list if I ever buy another "A) and the Jeepster. I believe these are "true Phaetons" based on my understanding of commonly accepted definitions. Can this knowledgeable group come up with any others??? :confused:

Note the multi hued paintjob and WWW on the Graham above, it seems this would be the type of bodystyle these would likely be fitted to.

Yep, the barrelside has been out and about at the local shows these past couple of seasons. Hope he holds onto that one, it is a great color too in the more familiar dark green. Very nice guy, who was (or at least seemed!) as interested in my little 120 as I was in the Duesy. Here is a period picture from the RM site that shows the Tourster before the restoration, and honestly I think I like this color better (going with link as this is a current pic so I am not sure how that works from a copyright perspective): RM Auctions Well it appears the link takes you to a series of pics - you want #22 to see the car "in the rough"... Also seems from the pictures that the car is up and running. I have not seen that episode of CCC, A.J., but am suspicous that the DVDs may show up under the tree this year...

Graham man, I am sure that was the case in that some were ordered for dignitaries or what have you, but not so sure the DCP was designed with parade use in mind. During the Classic Era, sport & speed was all about straight line, extended high speeds, and this was accomplished by big HP engines that required big chassis to house them. Open cars were sportier and I would envision a DCP as just as sporty as a roadster bodystyle. I see a car like the Duesy roaring accross a long open stretch more so than in a parade. Interesting how very very few, if any of us are likely old enough for an adult recollection of the Classic Era, and we have different impressions of what it may have been like. This could be an interesting thread..

One of 7, I think, A.J. Would look good in your garage. I have a Tourster print in my office and it is a great conversation starter. I believe this is a CT car, and the gent has 2, as nice as it is, I would keep the Lebaron as well, assuming he is - it is a bit sportier and currently on the road. Last time I saw this one it was at a local show (Klingberg) featuring "Big Classics" but was pushed on and off it's trailer. I think he may have since gotten it running again. Great thread, BTW - will see what I have at home that is out of the ordinary..

Ed, yes, time flies - and this is a really outstanding forum, well managed by the mods, well supported by AACA but what really makes it is the member content and you are a great contributor. I have met "virtual friends" who have become "Live friends" here ande hope to meet you in person in the not too distant future. Found my Packard here through Tom L. who has become a good friend, learned a lot, bought and sold a few things as well. All in all still my favorite site!

Thanks guys. This car may be of interest to me as I am pretty certain it belonged to a family friend around 30 years ago - he sold it out of his barn when he moved to VT. Appears to have moved from one storage area to another, but is still a solid largely untouched car. We'll see.. "Owen" - nice rear view of your head in this month's Cormorant, sir!!! But what a car you are examining!

Luckily, the FHC to is my favorite configuration for these - I would certainly love a roadster but it is out of our price range. The 6 cylinder cars came as 2 + 2 also, but the roofline is different, it's actually higher and the windshield rake is also different. When the Series III came along, they fiddled with it again to get the now 2 + 2 only configuration to look a little more graceful. It is better in certain colors, I have been looking at a silver 2+2 6 cylinder that really looks pretty good, is priced reasonable at $21K and the overall car is right where I want it condition wise but I think I really want the 2 seater. But to take this back on topic, I would like to see the above Jag dust and all... The car West posted has another big plus - 3 pedals on the floor....

Do the Junior cars contain structural wood - specifically sedans? I may be looking at a car that has been described as very solid but am not sure about this aspect. Also, seller describes car as a 110 but I thought all 6 cylinder '37s were 115s? thanks