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It’s pics like this that always leave me speechless…
Brandon…You just hit the nail on the head!!.It was and still is a relatively unknown Custom before and now, after it’s 50 yr hibernation. The...
I definitely agree!.. Like any auction, you have to do everything possible to try to ensure that the right people are in the room. This might have...
West Lafayette, IN… The old Caddy sedan has been there quite awhile. I think it’s either a ‘46 or’47 not sure. I’ve always loved the front end on...
The first Brinks Truck???
Holy Crap!!!
I would imagine that “ Barris Provenance” can and will enhance the value of any car. I’m just stating the obvious, I guess…
Umm…Maybe it’s just me IDK, but doesn’t it look like the tailpipes are maybe sticking out too far?… It looked like they dragged going in the...
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Yup.. I agree. The seldom seen Singer. Much rarer than any MG-T series
This is everyone’s worst nightmare!!. Hopefully the car will emerge as good, or nearly as good, as the bikes…Kudos to your fire department for the...
I’ll bet, sooner or later, someone will chime in with the info you’re looking for..I must say that I never realized how cool a Model T rad shell...
Would a different oil pan solve the problem?
That’s a Pretty nice piece of history, sir..
I guess this goes without saying but don’t forget that once the body is back on , none of the stamped frame numbers are visible.
Could you please post a pic or two and school us as to putting dual SU carbs on a Ford banger. I’ve been thinking about this for awhile now but...
Just don’t forget that the original mechanical brakes work amazingly well if in good condition and properly adjusted. More than adequate for your...
And all the stuff in that yard is solid as a rock…
Damn shame.. Not many of these old yards left. Hopefully some can be saved. I’m always amazed at the condition of the old junkyard cars in this...
Yes, Peter Helck immediately came to mind when looking at earlier illustrations, just incredible artwork! But the later ones are my favorites. I...
HEY!…Wait a minute…That’s how I paint..
Gotta love those Studes! Don’t know if they’re coming or going
Whoa!!…my apologies…I guess I wasn’t really paying attention.. Now I get the Mick Jagger reference. You’re absolutely right, I’ve never seen...
That very same bumper can be seen on many different cars of the era. Back then, bumpers were an added cost accessory.
Thanks Mac for the Marmon pic!..Just imagine back in the day, being the young affluent gentleman driving to the country club in one of these...
Yes, and just to complicate things, I’ll throw the Marmon Speedster into the mix!..All these cars were America’s first sports cars , basically...
Definitely not a Mercer. I think it’s a Kissel Gold Bug that’s been customized a bit. Here’s a restored example…Love the mother-in-law seat!![ATTACH]
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