The Ford Barn

Ed in Maine · 10-13-2013, 10:50 AM

After the car show is over, I often think back to the cars that made the most impact on me. Everyone has different opinions and interests and that is what makes this hobby so wonderful. Last year it was an unrestored 31 Model A Roadster, completely original down to the pin stripe. Another year it was his & hers 1958 Fuel Injected Pontiac Convertibles.

This year, the cars were not Fords. Both cars were barn finds. The first was a 1927 Buick Coupe. There was only surface rust, some of the paint was there. The chrome was present here and there but of course needed to be redone. This car was huge and it would only seat two passengers. It had the compartment for the golf clubs behind the passenger door. It appeared to be all there. I wonder who had the means to purchase that car when it was new?

The second car was a 1932 Chevrolet Roadster. It had very little rust and appeared to be complete except that it did not have the original engine. I did over hear one bid of $21,500 but it was turned down. The bidder did say as he walked away, that he was sure the car would be sold at the show. I love Model A Fords but I have always had a soft spot for the 1932 Chevrolet.

If you got to Hershey this year, what car stood out for you? Ed

Tom Wesenberg · 10-13-2013, 11:31 AM

I agree that the 32 Chevy is a beautiful car, as are the 32-4 Fords. I didn't make it to Hershey this year, but the last time I was there, about 7 years ago, there was a beautiful green Studebaker. I don't recall the year, but it would have been late 20's or early 30's.

Roadster62 · 10-13-2013, 02:52 PM

I love Vintage race cars so my first picks would be the 1920's Ballot GP car, and the T head MERCER. As for vintage brass cars there were twin Model K Fords. Bob

peters180a/170b · 10-13-2013, 03:28 PM

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My eyes caught the 1930 ,745 Packard boat tail speedster , 745 Packard Roadster and the 745 Packard dual cowl phaeton.... 2 rows over from my car was a 427 AC black SHELBY Cobra [SUPER Restored] ... I judged 3 classes a total of 27 cars on the sheet..... [only 7 showed up ] I would say 1/2 the show cars and flea market vendors pulled out by Friday morning.... #1 car over all was a 193I Black STUTZ body by ROLLSTON a rare car and a SUPER Restoration.

10-13-2013, 11:31 AM	#2
Tom Wesenberg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 27,582	Re: Hershey & The Cars That Stole the Show I agree that the 32 Chevy is a beautiful car, as are the 32-4 Fords. I didn't make it to Hershey this year, but the last time I was there, about 7 years ago, there was a beautiful green Studebaker. I don't recall the year, but it would have been late 20's or early 30's.

10-13-2013, 02:52 PM	#3
Roadster62 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ridgefield, Ct Posts: 3,449	Re: Hershey & The Cars That Stole the Show I love Vintage race cars so my first picks would be the 1920's Ballot GP car, and the T head MERCER. As for vintage brass cars there were twin Model K Fords. Bob __________________ They don't have to run to be enjoyed. I'm here to enjoy the hobby, and enjoy the cars no matter what they look like. Most of the worlds problems are electrical.

10-13-2013, 03:28 PM	#4
peters180a/170b Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Putnam Valley N.Y. Posts: 2,151	Re: Hershey & The Cars That Stole the Show Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) My eyes caught the 1930 ,745 Packard boat tail speedster , 745 Packard Roadster and the 745 Packard dual cowl phaeton.... 2 rows over from my car was a 427 AC black SHELBY Cobra [SUPER Restored] ... I judged 3 classes a total of 27 cars on the sheet..... [only 7 showed up ] I would say 1/2 the show cars and flea market vendors pulled out by Friday morning.... #1 car over all was a 193I Black STUTZ body by ROLLSTON a rare car and a SUPER Restoration.

10-13-2013, 10:50 AM	#1
Ed in Maine Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Washington Cty., ME or Flagler Cty., FL Posts: 1,193	Hershey & The Cars That Stole the Show After the car show is over, I often think back to the cars that made the most impact on me. Everyone has different opinions and interests and that is what makes this hobby so wonderful. Last year it was an unrestored 31 Model A Roadster, completely original down to the pin stripe. Another year it was his & hers 1958 Fuel Injected Pontiac Convertibles. This year, the cars were not Fords. Both cars were barn finds. The first was a 1927 Buick Coupe. There was only surface rust, some of the paint was there. The chrome was present here and there but of course needed to be redone. This car was huge and it would only seat two passengers. It had the compartment for the golf clubs behind the passenger door. It appeared to be all there. I wonder who had the means to purchase that car when it was new? The second car was a 1932 Chevrolet Roadster. It had very little rust and appeared to be complete except that it did not have the original engine. I did over hear one bid of $21,500 but it was turned down. The bidder did say as he walked away, that he was sure the car would be sold at the show. I love Model A Fords but I have always had a soft spot for the 1932 Chevrolet. If you got to Hershey this year, what car stood out for you? Ed