Waldren Posted April 28, 2010 Share Posted April 28, 2010 (edited) in storage since 1976 all original needs restored :needs wood replaced motor apart, pics on request, In Fort Myers , Fl. Lee Waldren 239 989 1048 Large 4 door with side mounts wood spoke wheelsThe car is on it's way to Michigan . A wonderful new owner who is going to frame off restore it. It will have a Gold bug as a mate. Ron Hausmann is the proud new owner. He also owns a restored Gold bug Kissel KarThanks to everone who has responded to my ad. Leroy Edited July 17, 2010 by Waldren more information (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron hausmann Posted April 28, 2010 Share Posted April 28, 2010 Lee,I am interested. I own a 1923 model 6-45 which is a little different. Please check out my car on the web. Please send any and all pictures, engine number (on carb side of engine plate), and body plate number (on cowl) to me at rhausmann@walbridge.com . Or call me at 313-510-8463. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waldren Posted April 29, 2010 Author Share Posted April 29, 2010 Lee,I am interested. I own a 1923 model 6-45 which is a little different. Please check out my car on the web. Please send any and all pictures, engine number (on carb side of engine plate), and body plate number (on cowl) to me at rhausmann@walbridge.com . Or call me at 313-510-8463. will take a few days to get information This is a large 4 door with side mounts and wood wheel Laundow bars and a quarter window Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron hausmann Posted May 14, 2010 Share Posted May 14, 2010 Sir,Any update on getting information and pictures of the car? I am interested and a Kissel enthusiast. My email is rhausmann@walbridge.comThanks,Ron Hausmann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waldren Posted May 14, 2010 Author Share Posted May 14, 2010 Pictures are being developed and should be in your e-mail by Sat the 15th. Thank you Leroy My e-mail is smiley303us@yahoo.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted May 14, 2010 Share Posted May 14, 2010 This car would be a Full Classic per CCCA. Sounds like a Brougham, nise attractive car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old car fan Posted May 14, 2010 Share Posted May 14, 2010 I would also like pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron hausmann Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 All, I viewed this car and have purchased it with a goal to have it show-quality restored within two years. All the parts are there but it needs an awful lot of TLC. Many of the parts for this 1923 Kissel Model 6-55 Brougham Sedan are identical to those used on my 1923 Kissel Model 6-45 Gold Bug Speedster. 1923 was a "transition" year for Kissel, moving from their big model 6-45 engine to the shorter stroke 6-55. The Model 6-55 is a CCCA Classic, while the bigger Model 6-45 Gold Bug Speedster is not; go figure. There are only two 1923 Kissel Brougham Sedans in existence. This one which i just purchased, and one in the Wisconsin Automotive Museum. These are very pretty cars, even for enclosed models. Very interesting. Wish me luck. Ron Hausmann P.E. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unimogjohn Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 Congratulation Ron! Now how about some pics of what you bought. And you need to keep us informed of your progress. Does she run? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30 Hupp Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 Yes, pictures!! Congrat's on getting a rare one.Dale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Rohn Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 pictures ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron hausmann Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 All,The car was sitting in a garage since 1976. It is all original, and much of the metalwork is still bright. Nickeled bumpers and doors shine.That's the good news.The top wood however needs replacing, which is a relatively easy matter as these were complete squared wood top frames. The upholstery got wet in antiquity and is also shot, although it will be used for patterns. All the engine parts are there except for the rod that went thru the pan and the bottom of the engine block, which is why it was set aside in 1976. As tragic as that sounds, this will not be a big deal to repair. No water jacket damage! And since My stock Car mechanic and i just finished a 100% rebuild of my 1923 Kissel 6-45 engine, we will be able to make this one purr as well.I will get pictures next week when I take possession.Thanks, -- RON -- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amphigill Posted July 9, 2010 Share Posted July 9, 2010 Wow!! great find! Please post pictures here for all to enjoy!! Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted July 9, 2010 Share Posted July 9, 2010 Increased interest in Kissel the last few years. Several Gold Bugs have been restored and shown as well as several Broughams. The Broughams are attractive and like all Kissels built like tanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waldren Posted July 11, 2010 Author Share Posted July 11, 2010 kissel is sold.. Thank you Leroy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted July 11, 2010 Share Posted July 11, 2010 kissel is sold.. Thank you LeroyAnd we never even got to see a photo of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waldren Posted July 11, 2010 Author Share Posted July 11, 2010 And we never even got to see a photo of it. Full photos will be posted as Ron Hauseman takes delivery this THURSDAY OR fRIDAY Waldren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron hausmann Posted July 20, 2010 Share Posted July 20, 2010 (edited) Here is my first try at attaching pictures of the 1923 Kissel "shed find". Please excuse the duct tape. As you can see it it a formal 1923 Kissel Model 6-55 Brougham Sedan with Opera Windows. I will attempt to post more picturesRon Hausmann P.E. Edited July 21, 2010 by ron hausmann (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron hausmann Posted July 20, 2010 Share Posted July 20, 2010 Here are more pictures Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexRiv_63 Posted July 20, 2010 Share Posted July 20, 2010 Hey Ron,That looks like a really nice find! Are you the Kissel guy I bought the Pierce Arrow axles and drums from? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30 Hupp Posted July 20, 2010 Share Posted July 20, 2010 That's really going to be nice when you finish it! (Nice, solid car, now!)Congrat's!!Dale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron hausmann Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 All, Here are a few more pictures of the kissel Barn Find. The file sizes are so large that I cannot get the side views to post, but you get the picture. It is a solid, complete, and very big beautiful 1923 Kissel Brougham Sedan. It has some rare options that i have not ever seen on a Kissel, but that would probably be expected since Kissels were"custom built" according to period literature. It will arrive in Michigan on Monday to begin its transformation. Thanks for all the interest. Ron Hausmann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron hausmann Posted July 28, 2010 Share Posted July 28, 2010 All,The 1923 Kissel Brougham Opera Sedan will be delivered this afternoon to my shop in Michigan! Thanks for your interest.Ron Hausmann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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