Any 100% original restorations, past or present?

[Randy]

Many cars are modified from bone stock original (for good reasons, both functional and aesthetic), in all different varying degrees and I understand that. I appreciate 100% original restorations as well as mild upgrades, such as later flatheads, juice brakes, mild lowering, etc.

My question is, how many out there are restoring back to 100% original and what are you restoring? What are your reasons...authenticity, judging, personal preference, etc.?

Pics would be great.

[jdl]

My 51 Victoria, finished June 2010, 100% stock Dearborn Award Winner. I love them all, stock, hot rods, unrestored, they are all great in my opinion.

[Old Henry]

Beautiful car, JDL

Here's my 1947 Super Deluxe Fordor my dad bought in 1959 for $100.00. It's a family heirloom so it had to be stock original authentic through and through. Won 2nd place in the concourse division of the Early Ford V8 Club Western National Meet in St. George last October.

I personally don't mind "art cars" which is what I call anything different than original. Art has its place and probably more people like art more than like history. But, I have a very strong personal prefrence for "historical cars." When I'm at a car show, I get excited about any car that can take me back to its day and give me the experience of going back in time. When I show my car I even have original 1947 music playing on its radio and various 1947 memorabilia sitting on its seats to help people go back. Many quite enjoy the journey back in time. But, when I look inside of a car that looks like it might be authentic and see anything that's not, its like the modern penny found in Christopher Reeves' pocket in the movie "Somewhere in Time" that destroyed the illusion of being back 70 years before and whisked him back to the present never to return again. I quickly move on to the next car that looks authentic. They take me back. I love that as do many.

The only thing "customized" about my car is that I put a light in the hood ornament just 'cause I always wanted a lighted hood ornament and it does not destroy the illusion of the past at car shows but looks really cool at night. And, I have blue dot tail light lenses around town but not at car shows. Other than that, we're 100% authentic.

As to how many are restoring to original rather than customizing. It certainly seems like a lot more customized cars at car shows than any real authentic originals.



Here are pictures of all of the cars at that meet: http://picasaweb.google.com/ckpolan/...at=directlink#

Here is a nice gallery of past entries for each year: http://www.earlyfordv8.org/early-ford-gallery.cfm

[jsemple6392]

I'm just beginning restoration on a '47 business coupe. It will be my first 100% original restoration after many restomods & customs. I went to my first Early V8 show in '06 and I have been hooked ever since. Sorry, No photos of this one yet.

[jerry grayson]

Originally Posted by jsemple6392

I'm just beginning restoration on a '47 business coupe. It will be my first 100% original restoration after many restomods & customs. I went to my first Early V8 show in '06 and I have been hooked ever since. Sorry, No photos of this one yet.

Restoring a car to original is a rewarding effort. Lots of research and parts hunting! I don't think that you have identified the car correctly. There is a 5 window coupe and a sedan coupe, but no "business coupe" in 1947. Does your car have a full seat in the back?

[Cecil/WV]

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Originally Posted by Old Henry

Beautiful car, JDL

Here's my 1947 Super Deluxe Fordor my dad bought in 1959 for $100.00. It's a family heirloom so it had to be stock original authentic through and through. Won 2nd place in the concourse division of the Early Ford V8 Club Western National Meet in St. George last October.

I personally don't mind "art cars" which is what I call anything different than original. Art has its place and probably more people like art more than like history. But, I have a very strong personal prefrence for "historical cars." When I'm at a car show, I get excited about any car that can take me back to its day and give me the experience of going back in time. When I show my car I even have original 1947 music playing on its radio and various 1947 memorabilia sitting on its seats to help people go back. Many quite enjoy the journey back in time. But, when I look inside of a car that looks like it might be authentic and see anything that's not, its like the modern penny found in Christopher Reeves' pocket in the movie "Somewhere in Time" that destroyed the illusion of being back 70 years before and whisked him back to the present never to return again. I quickly move on to the next car that looks authentic. They take me back. I love that as do many.

As to how many are restoring to original rather than customizing. It certainly seems like a lot more customized cars at car shows than any real authentic originals.



Here are pictures of all of the cars at that meet: http://picasaweb.google.com/ckpolan/...at=directlink#

Here is a nice gallery of past entries for each year: http://www.earlyfordv8.org/early-ford-gallery.cfm

I thought I would look at the St George link you posted to see what other angle I might see the cars at and found that it was my link that you posted. I was a bit surprised.

[Barry-ct]

I am restoring a 50 F-1 pickup and when it's done, it will be 100% bone stock. It's been a challenge to find stuff for it these past 20 years I've owned it. I miss the old days of flea market hunting, but the internet has helped me find stuff I would never find in the New England area.
I've always been a purist at heart on all the cars and trucks I've owned. I respect others who modify or hotrod what they have, but mine will always be stock as Henry built it!

Barry

50 F-1

[42panel]

I’ve begun working on a 1942 Ford 1 ton panel van with a flathead six. It will be put back to 100% original. It’s a very complete vehicle with very little rust. It will be taken down to the frame and built back up again. Hopefully I’ll have it finished in time for the ATHS National Meet in Springfield MA in May of 2012. Richard

[Kube]

I'm currently restoring a 39 Deluxe wagon and hope to start on a 39 convertible shortly thereafter. I've done a number of '39 & '40 Fords to a very high degree of both quailty and authenticity. Mostly coupes and convertibles. All have scored a minimum of 997 the first time out. Many of you no doubt have seen some of my cars once completed.
I am currently authoring the new '40 restoration manual for the Early Ford V8 Club of America. That said only that you may realize I am perhaps a bit obsessive-compulsive in my pursuit of a truly AUTHENTIC restoration. A 'bit' obsessive may be an understatement
Why do I do this? Well, my biggest thrill is the pleasure of seeing what I am personally capable of. The research, the hunt for the proper pieces, etc.,well, when it all comes together, to me, I have created a piece of art... no longer simply an old Ford but more a piece of history to (hopefully) be admired by future generations.

While I appreciate a well planned and well built custom, I do feel there is much more involved with a true top point restoration vs. a custom / refurbishment. There are after all no guidelines / criteria when customizing. Pretty much 'make it fit', 'make it pretty' and 'make it work' are all that's involved. The rest remains completely up to the builders imagination and personal skill level. Also reducing the challenge of a custom is the ease in which parts can be had. I have to beleive a 32 roadster can be built out of a catalog nowadays. Try restoring one and see the difficulty of that venue...

[Brendan]

Just keeping it on the road!

[Kens 36]

Here is my '50 Crestliner. I bought it from the original owner in 1988 - that is the reason I wanted to restore it back to original. Drove it for almost 20 years while accumulating parts, completed the restoration in 2008 and won a Dearborn Award at the 2008 Grand National Meet in Dearborn.




Ken

[oldandtired]

No pictures at the moment but have a 37 pickup that is stock. I also have a 35 pickup, but I cheated a bit and have a 37 block with blockoffs. Both are 6-V positive ground mechanical brake vehicles. I like them that way. Not interested in shows.

[Cecil/WV]

Originally Posted by Kens 36

Here is my '50 Crestliner. I bought it from the original owner in 1988 - that is the reason I wanted to restore it back to original. Drove it for almost 20 years while accumulating parts, completed the restoration in 2008 and won a Dearborn Award at the 2008 Grand National Meet in Dearborn.




Ken

That car looks familiar.

[CJ Meyers]

Beautiful Crestliner. Glad to see all original and not chopped. Still ironing out some issues on mine.

[Randy]

Those are some very nice examples of restored cars, great job guys!

I know there are more out there...

Any in-process restorations right now?

[Scott H]

Does 98% count?
I'd do 100% but don't have the knowledge or resources to get the right info at this time, and I really want to get it back on the road. I'm straying away from original colors on the wheels and body, but it will be period correct. Not adding any chrome do-dads to the motor and not gonna lower it, chop it, run bigger tires, or even radials.

Here's where I am so far, and also where I started. Since the second picture was taken I've got the frame back on jackstands and took out the rear spring. Shocks are sent out for rebuilt. Spring is dis-assembled, cleaned and painted and ready to go back together once I get the replacement end clamps.

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[48-710]

My '35 Roadster is cast to all four points of the compass in my shed. As the second owner,which we have had since 1963,it was 100% original unmolested car which is why I want to put it back as Henry made it. I'm equally at home at Grand National Celebration in Dearborn or at the Street Rod Nationals in Louisville KY.Just as long as the valves are in the block where they belong.

[Vic Piano]

Out of curiosity, what are you guys using as a criteria, or guide, to determine 100% originality for your particular restoration project?

[Scott H]

Originally Posted by Vic Piano

Out of curiosity, what are you guys using as a criteria, or guide, to determine 100% originality for your particular restoration project?

That's just it, I dont' have a guide to show me the way. I look at as many 36 pickups as I can, I read as many forums as I can, I see what parts are available. Fortunately most are!

I was crazy into Mustangs for many many years. Saw lots of the neatest cars turned into trailer queens and really hated it. I really like staying true to original, but if you can't drive it what's the point. So I won't be searching high and low for NOS Ford parts to restore my truck. I will refurbish and rebuild what is there and make an effort to replicate factory finishes where possible. If bolts were originally black phosphate, well maybe on my truck they'll be sprayed with phosphate spray paint, but I won't be replating them just to dupliate a factory finish. Those procedures will doom the truck to a 10 yr restoration, and like I've said before I want to get this on the road...hopefully this summer!

[Cecil/WV]

Originally Posted by Vic Piano

Out of curiosity, what are you guys using as a criteria, or guide, to determine 100% originality for your particular restoration project?

Vic, when I restore my '50 Ford, I will use it as my guide since it is, until now, a totally unmolested, 9 time Rouge winner. I just take lots of pictures.

[Kens 36]

Originally Posted by Cecil/WV

Vic, when I restore my '50 Ford, I will use it as my guide since it is, until now, a totally unmolested, 9 time Rouge winner. I just take lots of pictures.

Cecil,

You're already off to a good start with that area you buffed on the trunk.

Ken

[Old Henry]

Originally Posted by Vic Piano

Out of curiosity, what are you guys using as a criteria, or guide, to determine 100% originality for your particular restoration project?

Fortunately, my car was quite original when it was bought in 1959 so I could pretty much follow its pattern. Other very helpful sources are the Early Ford V8 Club books about each model year that details much, and, particularly, their concourse judging standards. They are very detailed.

Books are here: https://www.earlyfordv8.org/store-products.cfm?id=2

Judging forms and standards are here: http://www.earlyfordv8.org/early-ford-forms.cfm

One more thing. You've got to get yourself the "Green Bible." It's the 800 page parts book that lists every part for every Ford from 1928 thru 1948. If you wonder whether your car had a part or which part is right for your car, it will tell you and often show you with a diagram. There are several for sale right now on ebay for about $70.00 or you can get it on CD for about $30.00 here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ford-...item53e58aad27

[rbabb]

im back workin on my39 pickup gonna make it as stock as possible, have pic but havent got a way to get them on computer yet. stock motor all done and running 12 volt not stock but practical driver 4 me now on to body work lots of body work.

[TonyM]

Originally Posted by jdl

My 51 Victoria, finished June 2010, 100% stock Dearborn Award Winner. I love them all, stock, hot rods, unrestored, they are all great in my opinion.

That is a really beautiful car.

Thanks for posting the great photo.

TM

[Frank Miller]

Here is a studio shot of my 49 when I went to the Grand National in 2008. This is as original as I could get it. Drove over 700 miles each way. Two 1 day trips. I believes stock will give you the most reliability as it is tried and proven. I painted this car the original gray against others advice. I have had more compliments on a gray car than I would have thought possible. I can appreciate modified but this works for me.

[Cecil/WV]

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Originally Posted by Kens 36

Cecil,

You're already off to a good start with that area you buffed on the trunk.

Ken

yes, but I been so busy rebuilding the engine and replacing the wiring harness that I don't know when I can finish the buff. Probably with a spray gun.

[Old Redneck]

I can barley keep my junkers running. I do like driving to National meets. Sometimes I am in the Touring class but that good enough for me.I did scrounge up a 50 Ford Crestliner for a driver I hope some day. It looks good but so far I have repaired the wireing,rebuilt steering box and front end end,tires,brakes, dist,rebuilt the gen.,and that just for a start.Maybe someday it will meet my standard as a decent driver.

[oldrelics]

1941 Ford 1/2ton, correct except for an accessory column mounted signal switch.

[Ken/Alabama]

Heres are a couple .

[Ken/Alabama]

The other one.

[Kube]

One more thing. You've got to get yourself the "Green Bible." It's the 800 page parts book that lists every part for every Ford from 1928 thru 1948. If you wonder whether your car had a part or which part is right for your car, it will tell you and often show you with a diagram. There are several for sale right now on ebay for about $70.00 or you can get it on CD for about $30.00 here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ford-...item53e58aad27[/QUOTE]
The HUGE PROBLEM with the Green Book is the parts listed are service (replacement) parts and VERY OFTEN not authentic to the car when it was built. Yes, the green book as well as any Ford parts book is helpful but will not necessarily allow the correct information for a top point restoration. To lessen the pitfalls of what I've mentioned above, it is best to get a parts book published as close to possible as to when your particular vehicle was built.
Remember, just because the part fits, doesn't make it correct.

[Old Henry]

Originally Posted by Kube

Yes, the green book as well as any Ford parts book is helpful but will not necessarily allow the correct information for a top point restoration.

All judging standards differ in some details. Thus, if you're going for points awarded by a particular organization, you've got to comply with their standards, regardless of what was really correct for your vehicle. Usually the standards of clubs like Early Ford V8 Club are closest to reality because that's their goal but still, to get "top points" for your restoration, it's got to be according to the judging standards that you're competing under.

[Old Henry]

Originally Posted by Kube

it is best to get a parts book published as close to possible as to when your particular vehicle was built.

So, where do we get such a book of which you speak? I only know of the Green Bible and how to get that.

[Old Henry]

[QUOTE=Kube;142787]The HUGE PROBLEM with the Green Book is the parts listed are service (replacement) parts and VERY OFTEN not authentic to the car when it was built.QUOTE]

The book does identify original part numbers that have been superceded by later numbers and even newer parts to replace them with. I think it's a great source of information although perhaps not the final definitive source (whatever that may be.)

[Old Henry]

Originally Posted by Kube

While I appreciate a well planned and well built custom, I do feel there is much more involved with a true top point restoration vs. a custom / refurbishment. There are after all no guidelines / criteria when customizing. Pretty much 'make it fit', 'make it pretty' and 'make it work' are all that's involved. The rest remains completely up to the builders imagination and personal skill level. Also reducing the challenge of a custom is the ease in which parts can be had. I have to beleive a 32 roadster can be built out of a catalog nowadays. Try restoring one and see the difficulty of that venue...

Last summer my stock original car was next to a cusomiized fortysomething at a car show and the owners of that car said the same thing - how much harder it is to "fit to a pattern" as authentic restorations require rather than just doing whatever comes naturally that one does with a customization. I like it though - to research and learn the true historical facts in order to recreate a moment in history to "go back in time" to.

[Old Henry]

Originally Posted by Cecil/WV

I thought I would look at the St George link you posted to see what other angle I might see the cars at and found that it was my link that you posted. I was a bit surprised.

You posted the best pictures there were. Hope you didn't think I was taking credit. And thank you again for posting all of those.

[jsemple6392]

Originally Posted by jerry grayson

Restoring a car to original is a rewarding effort. Lots of research and parts hunting! I don't think that you have identified the car correctly. There is a 5 window coupe and a sedan coupe, but no "business coupe" in 1947. Does your car have a full seat in the back?

The car does not have a seat at all in the back. It is referred to also as a "5-window coupe" for whatever reason by Ford. The sedan coupes also have 5 windows. It is also called by some the "short door coupe" and the sedan coupe is the "long door coupe." In 1947 they were only available in the Deluxe model. Although my research is just beginning, and you are correct that I have a long way to go, I am quickly discovering that this could be the most complicated year of all to restore. The little details from early to late '47 are large in number.

[coilover]

Here's a 40 that this 83 years young fellow did from his memory only, no books. We did the metal work and paint but he completely disassembled and reassembled it himself with his 82 year old wife's assistance. Not a 100 pointer but pretty darn good for eight decade old hands and joints.

[jdl]

Originally Posted by coilover

Here's a 40 that this 83 years young fellow did from his memory only, no books. We did the metal work and paint but he completely disassembled and reassembled it himself with his 82 year old wife's assistance. Not a 100 pointer but pretty darn good for eight decade old hands and joints.

Nice Car and story.. looks like more projects waiting in the background.

[TonyM]

Originally Posted by Frank Miller

Here is a studio shot of my 49 when I went to the Grand National in 2008. This is as original as I could get it. Drove over 700 miles each way. Two 1 day trips. I believes stock will give you the most reliability as it is tried and proven. I painted this car the original gray against others advice. I have had more compliments on a gray car than I would have thought possible. I can appreciate modified but this works for me.

It works for me too. Wow!!! Your car looks fabulous.

TM

[kwmpa]

im rebuilding a 40 ford deluxe tudor back to stock for concours judging then a driver after awards

[barryfromvictoria]

jerry-- according to my literature in 40 they were called 5 window coupes. in 46 they were called coupes and in 47-48 they were called business coupes. best identification is short door coupes or long door coupes to avoid confusion. it seems that henry switched the name of his coupes every year to just confuse us

[Mr 42]

I tried to judge my car using this form
http://www.earlyfordv8.org/early-ford-forms.cfm

-1487 i guess I have some work to do.

The easiest is to get a firextinguisher thats -1000 points, but i don't know any Ford delivered with such a contraption :-)

[BILL WZOREK]

Mr 42
As far as the fire extinguisher go's, the way I heard it is some time ago @ a show
some where and for some reason a car started on fire & there was no extinguisher's around. I don't know if there was personal injury or just the car damaged.
So after that it became a points thing that way every one would have one.
Maybe some one will step in and say if this is indeed what happen.
BILL W

[Mr 42]

Originally Posted by BILL WZOREK

Mr 42
As far as the fire extinguisher go's, the way I heard it is some time ago @ a show
some where and for some reason a car started on fire & there was no extinguisher's around. I don't know if there was personal injury or just the car damaged.
So after that it became a points thing that way every one would have one.
Maybe some one will step in and say if this is indeed what happen.
BILL W

I can understand the rquirement for a fire extinguisher and i dont have anything against it at all.

Just tried to be funny :-)

[jerry grayson]

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Originally Posted by barryfromvictoria

jerry-- according to my literature in 40 they were called 5 window coupes. in 46 they were called coupes and in 47-48 they were called business coupes. best identification is short door coupes or long door coupes to avoid confusion. it seems that henry switched the name of his coupes every year to just confuse us

Barry
Look in the 28-48 green parts book, in the back where all the models are shown, page 770 and the 1947 cars show model 77-A and 77-B as a 5 window coupe. That said, I have a 1942 salesmans reference manual and they describe a "Super Deluxe Ford v-8 coupe" and a "Super Deluxe Ford V-8 Sedan-Coupe". No mention of a 5w coupe. An interesting thing in this manual the seating width in a "coupe" is 56.25 inches and the "Sedan-Coupe" is 55.75 inches?? Go figure!!

[FlatheadTed]

Ken I noticed your pick up seems to have a panel on the frame rear of the cab , What,s that,?

Originally Posted by Ken/Alabama

The other one.

[34ford]

got this out of a museum, its been there for 22 years has a total of 300 miles on it since it ground up in the late 70s

[Vic Piano]

Originally Posted by 34ford

got this out of a museum, its been there for 22 years has a total of 300 miles on it since it ground up in the late 70s

She's a real beauty!

[chuck stevens]

I have fords 100 percent stock, and hot rodded. I like them both ways, but I enjoy driving them and they do get bug splatters, stone chips, and dirty. To keep a car in perfect show condition is almost a full time job, only to go to a show and have someone leave fingerprints, and foot prints on the running boards. Personally I would rather have bugs on my windshield, than a trophy on a shelf.

[Blase]

Before and after pictures, I have pictures for evey step of the way.

[Vic Piano]

Originally Posted by chuck stevens

I have fords 100 percent stock, and hot rodded. I like them both ways, but I enjoy driving them and they do get bug splatters, stone chips, and dirty. To keep a car in perfect show condition is almost a full time job, only to go to a show and have someone leave fingerprints, and foot prints on the running boards. Personally I would rather have bugs on my windshield, than a trophy on a shelf.

Well said Chuck, I couldn't agree more. Vic

[Old Henry]

Originally Posted by chuck stevens

Personally I would rather have bugs on my windshield, than a trophy on a shelf.

I will add my amen to that as well.

I took a "white nuckle" run up the canyon last night in heavy rain and some fog, nursing the vacuum wipers all the way. Could only stay on the road using my spotlight on the white stripe at the edge of the road. Otherwise could see virtually nothing. What fun. (My wife didn't think so. She was glad she stayed home when I told her about the drive.)

[Randy]

All great cars (and pickups), thanks for sharing the pics and info. I'm a little surprised that there have been no '32-'34s, are they all being rodded or are there some restorations going on out there?

[jim1932]

Mine will be as original as I can make it. I have a head start though as it is pretty much all there.

[Kube]

Originally Posted by Randy

All great cars (and pickups), thanks for sharing the pics and info. I'm a little surprised that there have been no '32-'34s, are they all being rodded or are there some restorations going on out there?

I had just two months ago hauled home an extremely unmolested '34 coupe home. It had been sitting in a dry garage since 1949. Parked then and not moved until I acquired it. I think all the parts are there. Even the factory exhaust remains intact! As it is in fact so very complete and virtually rust free, I may simply get it running and drive it as it is for a year or two. All the other cars I've restored have never been driven afterward so this may be a good opportunity for me to actually drive one!

[Randy]

That sounds like a really cool car, care to share any pics?

Here's a picture of mine that has been sitting since '64, pretty much unmolested except it's got a '32 block. I'm thinking of doing the same thing, getting in running and driving as-is. Mine is not in original paint, though, one repaint black over original green, door jambs are still green.

Originally Posted by Kube

I had just two months ago hauled home an extremely unmolested '34 coupe home. It had been sitting in a dry garage since 1949. Parked then and not moved until I acquired it. I think all the parts are there. Even the factory exhaust remains intact! As it is in fact so very complete and virtually rust free, I may simply get it running and drive it as it is for a year or two. All the other cars I've restored have never been driven afterward so this may be a good opportunity for me to actually drive one!

[47fordman]

Originally Posted by Old Henry

Fortunately, my car was quite original when it was bought in 1959 so I could pretty much follow its pattern. Other very helpful sources are the Early Ford V8 Club books about each model year that details much, and, particularly, their concourse judging standards. They are very detailed.

Books are here: https://www.earlyfordv8.org/store-products.cfm?id=2

Judging forms and standards are here: http://www.earlyfordv8.org/early-ford-forms.cfm

One more thing. You've got to get yourself the "Green Bible." It's the 800 page parts book that lists every part for every Ford from 1928 thru 1948. If you wonder whether your car had a part or which part is right for your car, it will tell you and often show you with a diagram. There are several for sale right now on ebay for about $70.00 or you can get it on CD for about $30.00 here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ford-...item53e58aad27

I have one of those in my garage. When I inherited my grandfather's 1947 Ford coupe I found it in the trunk with all of the other parts.

[52merc]

at utah national meet a fully restored woody had points taken off it for being OVER RESTORED,so it looks like 100% original is a fantasy ,,different shows different judging my 2 cents woth

[BrianCT]

Originally Posted by Randy

All great cars (and pickups), thanks for sharing the pics and info. I'm a little surprised that there have been no '32-'34s, are they all being rodded or are there some restorations going on out there?

Okay Randy, this one is close.
Only the motor and driving lights keep it from 100% and I do have the motor, but I prefer the hopped up 37 motor that's in it.

[bluesman]

Originally Posted by Randy

That sounds like a really cool car, care to share any pics?

Here's a picture of mine that has been sitting since '64, pretty much unmolested except it's got a '32 block. I'm thinking of doing the same thing, getting in running and driving as-is. Mine is not in original paint, though, one repaint black over original green, door jambs are still green.

Dam Randy love the three window shit man... we need too get togther and work out a deal here on the 33- five window are the three window?
tell u what ill even throw in my sister-in-law to sweeten up the deal
I got a soft spot for them model-40s...

[34ford]

this is pretty original

[Randy]

Originally Posted by bluesman

Dam Randy love the three window shit man... we need too get togther and work out a deal here on the 33- five window are the three window?
tell u what ill even throw in my sister-in-law to sweeten up the deal
I got a soft spot for them model-40s...

I do too, but that might be illegal in my state!

Originally Posted by 34ford

this is pretty original

I was waiting for you to chime in Paul, yours is one of my favorites!

[matt_field]

Hey Randy, does this car look familiar?!

[47fordman]

I inherited a 47 Ford Coupe...Super 8 Deluxe. At least that was the hood ornament I found in the trunk with a ton of other parts. My grandfather bought the car in 1949. He drove it to and from work until around 1970 where he and his buddy took the car apart and took to where they worked at Atlanta Hartsfield Airport and painted the car Delta Blue. The knobs are all still covered with masking tape. The trunk contains tons of parts...an orginal parts catalog, several steering wheel bezels, a gas tank, a heater I think, back side windows and the list goes on. My grandfather took the car home before they got caught and he never put the car back together. He passed away and my grandmother held on to all of his cars...his other two cars were both 66 mustang fastbacks. My grandmother passed away about five years ago and I inherited the car where it has set in my garage.

You can check out the pictures in my photo album.

Man, I wish I had the time and the money!

[Randy]

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Originally Posted by matt_field

Hey Randy, does this car look familiar?!

Wow, I know it's familiar, but it doesn't look it because you've made it so much nicer than it was! Nice work!

[Randy]

I've enjoyed every post, but there's gotta be more!