Marty Roth

Minor differences, but yes, it is a '53

Gary, only a half-keg? Not willing to share? We hope to drive the AACA Divisional tour this June 2-5 on Maryland's Eastern Shore, so my bride will comment on differences between differences in seafood between here and there. She chooses not to have seafood when we're not close to coastal areas, and will "beef" out in the hinterlands. By the way, the published cut-off date for Founders Tour Applications is now extended to March 31st. (not the printed 3/20/21 date)

Victory at Sea Billy Joel Anything by Leroy Anderson Bette Midler Tschaikowski's Sixth Symphony Beach Boys Sha Na Na Beethoven's Ninth Symphony The Drifters John Phillip Souza Marches The Coasters Copeland's Appalachian Spring Sound track from "Music Man" Mariachi from local Spanish Language radio station ... and getting my Sparton and Klaxon horns sounding "Just Right"

Gary, are the crabs unhappy? Why are they "steamed"? Down here in Cajun Country we boil 'em with potatoes, maybe some sausages, Zatarain crab boil mix for added flavor - the crabs are so happy to participate that they jump right into the cauldron

... and an desert-accompanied Benedictine & Brandy would be a nice touch By the way, our Magazine came late Wednesday evening 😎

Yes, that is the same manufacturer, albeit there are several varied designs and configurations. I leave the fitted luggage out of mine and carry: - side curtains - multiple tonneau covers, rear, front, mid range - tools of nearly every description (for when somebody else needs assistance ) - webbed tow strap (for when somebody else needs assistance ) - jumper cables (see above) - jumper box (see above) - emergency supplies - first aid supplies - cleaning supplies - spare fluids - whatever my bride decides we should bring along 😎 - spare parts which are too large for glove boxes - blanket - car cover

Looks just like the ones on my 1941

I can always adjust points, or even clean up the contact with a bit of sandpaper, nail file, gal's emory board, etc - at least good enough to get moving again- not the case with Pertronix, and I've helped too many others retrofit back to points after EI quit

Congrats - nice car, and welcome to our Pre-WWII Buick group

agree with Matt - Basic Black:

Hi John, Walt and I have the same series amd model - both export versions, and both have the same trumk with the same "Packard Motor car Company Detroit" tag. There is also a "K" inside a stylized diamond shape, in the lining of the trunk. I have mine covered with canvas which matches the roof. Using it is a personal choice, and it comes in extremely handy for touring - as we do at every opportunity.

The 2021 AACA FOUNDERS TOUR - MAY 20 - 25 CANAAN VALLEY RESORT, DAVIS WEST VIRGINIA - "Mountain fun in 2021" I've learned that pre-requested applications are now being mailed/emailed from National Headquarters, and the Registration Deadline, previously published as March 20, 2021, has been EXTENDED to March 31, 2021 Hotel Deadline for group rate is April 20, 2021 This tour is for 1932 - 1996 vehicles Hosted by Mountain State Classics Region AACA Planned highlights include: - Blackwater Falls & Seneca Rocks - Cass Scenic Railroad - Grant County Mulch Plant (venues & schedule subject to change)

Cadillac had Electrics in 1912 1912 Overland ? but body lines on doors are not the same

... and well-deserved ! I've seen Mr. Earl's handiwork and remain impressed. Our gentleman has a fantastic location with amazing upgrades, really nice cars, a sweet and delightful bride, an amazing dog, and even a really nice fishpond. Keep up the good work? Indeed !

And the '56 makes my pacemaker downshift !

Matt, hopefully both you, and the car are in better shape than the garage door

Agree ! We absolutely loved our matched pair of 1971 Citroen D-21 Station Wagons (Breaks), assembled a week apart, and identical, other than A/C style and antenna placement. They were not wide enough to haul 4x8 plywood, but outstanding in their own way. I'd love to find another in great condition, and also a DS Chapron convertible - but they're beyond affordable, at least to me.

Thanks for Ben's irrefutable expertise. The Model 51 would be a Super Touring Sedan, weighing in at 3,745 lbs, and with a vase price of $2,139.00, of which, according to Dammann, 55,672 were produced for the 1950 model year on a 121.5" wheelbase - 4" less than the much more popular Super Riviera Sedan (114,745 produced) which had rear quarter windows. As opposed to the Special's 248 ci straight eight, the super got a bored-out 263 ci engine. Obviously, this car needs a lot of love, but should be worth saving as a driver if not a restoration, at least in my opinion, and as a first impression.

Annie, Since the Eastern Shore Tour is full, and with a waiting list, why not look into the 2021 Founders Tour, May 20 - 25th in Davis, WV ? We plan to do both of them, and I've driven every Founders Tour, going back to the first one in 1988 - surely among the best, and Franklin Gage is a master at tour planning!

Ben and Brad are correct- Back when the ‘63 models came out, I bought the amber paint then available from Pep Boys to tint the inside of the parking light lenses on my 1956 Chevy Bel-air convertible

We may be able to more specifically identify which model it really is- Maybe help you provide info to aid in a sale. Look at the rivited tag on the engine side of the firewall - likely passenger side What is the Model No.? Model 41 ? Model 41-D ? Model 43-D ? Model 51 ? Does it say "Special" or "Super"? Is it 3-speed on the column with a clutch pedal? or a Dyna-Flow Automatic transmission? Is the engine frozen, or can it be turned over? Why was it laid up back in 2013? Was there a mechanical issue?

Sorry to disagree, but even Crosley offered a (microsized) Station Wagon, as well as the 1950s Rambler, Studebaker, and so many others. The 4x8 ft plywood sheet was NEVER the ultimate criteria for making it a station wagon, at least as I recall, and I'm still moderately sharp for an old fart.

Thank you, Steve_ Mack_CT - That is the way to help ensure the future of our hobby, as well as to bolster the young man's confidence. Maybe invite him and his parents to your club's next outing?

Caravelle was a "sporty" version of a Dauphine, kinda' like the Karrmann-Ghia was to a VW, but with a more pliant - absolutely French ride quality, and the Caravelle had a removeable hard roof, as I recall

My 1958 Renault Dauphine was a great car for commuting to college, and later for driving in the snow, and for Ice Racing - Far more comfortable and fun than the era-comparable VW. A few tweaks made it a great handling sport sedan, and for a young guy, having that back seat (and 4 doors) made dating more reasonable. ... at least until I blew the engine exceeding any reasonable driving. I was trying to make it back to the Jersey Shore very late on a Saturday night after a weekend gig at a swanky resort hotel in NY's Catskill Mountains - the Borscht Belt (or Yiddish Alps). Turned out it was a warped head from a blown headgasket, and water doesn't lube the engine very well at "warp" speed on the Wurtzboro Hill. The hotter version of the Dauphine, my '62? Gordini, was an absolute BLAST to drive, to Autocross, to race in SCCA Sedan Class, and to just drive the winding backroads of the Eastern USA. The Gordini was absolutely UNBREAKABLE - at least mine was, and the Dauphine frequently got a "BAD RAP" because of improper maintenance