Hi from NC!

I'm Erika. I don't know a lot about cars or what it takes to restore a classic model, but I want to learn, and that's why I'm here. I've been fascinated with early 50s models since childhood. But it doesn't stop at cars. I'm in love with all aspects of style that descend from the postwar era, but especially the cars.
So I've been searching for the right car that my dad and I could fix up. We recently purchased a '53 Belvedere (or so we think, but it's possibly a Cranbrook.. emblem is missing and title does not specify model.) I'm sure someone here will be able to help us decipher.

My dad has worked on engines his entire life, as a hobby and as a career, but restoration is something he's never gotten into. This is a project we are going to work on together. My role is going to be more involved in research and locating parts. I'm the internet savvy one, needless to say.

I'm joining this community to network with other people who have knowledge and advice to lend! I'm excited to meet you all!

 

Welcome erica from MI and NM. YOu picked the right place to come to for learning. Don't be afraid to ask question (of course search first). the Build posts here are awesome. You learn things you weren't even looking for and the work looks tops. I am glad to hear that you share this with you dad. I live to far away from mine. So i build for my son.

 

Thanks! When we picked up this car last week, I googled first thing. I thought it would be simple enough to find out what type of car it was. In my mind, it was one of two models. Then I found even more Plymouth models that are so similar, I was more confused than I had started out. I stumbled across this website just yesterday, and I do believe with the help from the feedback I've already received, we have nailed the model and year of the car.

I thought at first I would probably get laughed at for not knowing what type of car I had.. but then I realize some members of the forum were also seemingly stumped, so I don't feel so bad.. It's the details that really differentiate. I am very gracious for the knowledge and advice.

I'm really looking forward to spending time with my dad most of all. The older I get the more I realize the importance of it because I am sure going to miss him one day!

 

Welcome from Fayetteville...d32

 

And another welcome from fayetteville, from a temporary TEXAS transplant!

 

What's up Fayetteville! Why does this box think I have misspelled Fayetteville!
Are either one of you two a soldier?

 

I am, as most folks here are! I'm going to afganistan in october, but as a contractor.....its pretty boring here....spend most of my time in the hotel, or tattoo shop!

 

Nice to meet you...Thank you for serving our country!

 

Ex Soldier..Viet Nam...

 

How fascinating are you!! Thank you soldier!

 

Welcome, you've found the right place.

 

Welcome from the Netherlands Erika! Good to see another Plym here! Enjoy the Hamb.

 

Erika, ..................Welcome to the H.A.M.B.................from Arkansas City, KS.

firstnomad
www.angelfire.com/jazz/flatlandstudio

 

wELCOME TO H.A.M.B. FROM BIG BAD JOHN.....ENJOY THE RIDE

 

Welcome from Lincolnton!

 

Welcome from Bakersfield Ca.

 

Welcome from Arkansas...

 

Did you buy that car from a guy in Albemarle? I think I know that car.

 

Welcome from Kansas. I work at a shop that specializes in restoration, vintage transmissions and vintage salvage. Let me know if we can help you with parts or knowledge.

 

Erika.....Welcome to the H.A.M.B...........enjoy the ride!

 

Welcome from Ontario, Canada.

 

I bought if from a guy in Mayodan but he had just recently purchased it but I'm not sure where. So maybe it originally came from Albemarle?

 

Welcome from Burlington next door. Ive always dug the dashboards in the 53s. Good luck with your new project! Mopar or no car!

 

howdy neighbor!! small world

 

Gggrrrrrr!! ^^^

 

Welcome from Salisbury..If you need parts pm me, my dad should have a boatload of stuff for you.
Greg

 

Cool thanks.. Will do!

 

What are you growling about?

 

welcome.... from raleigh. im in your neck of the woods about every weekend...i like greensboro

 

Welcome from a former Greensboro resident now in Greenville, NC! My brother has returned to the Gate City and My dad is in Burlington.