I got almost all of the body work and modifications done, added a heavy trailer hitch, engine has been rebuilt. I think I messed up the 350 automatic pump, have lots of original stainless, new chrome grille, front bumper, and everything needed encluding door and window felt, etc. I had big plans then had a second heart failure. So I gave my oldest my 1939 Ford coupe and son in law the 1948 panel truck. Both have been in their garages two full years. I don't see either being really interested like they'd said. They are not car guys. I wasted too much time working for a living when I could have been drinking and chasing wild women!
Like Model T I have spent allot of time and money traveling to look at cars that were not as described . What one persons opinion of their car and my opinion are usually different . I write it off as a hobby expense and after 50 years or so I look back and laugh about it . I always sell then buy and never trade about every 6-7 years . I buy and make the car to my satisfaction . I just put a 1930 Model A bone stock nice driver in my garage . To me old cars are a hobby . After working 50+ years this is our vice .
You nailed it. That is the root of our great misunderstanding. I’m not mad about not trading the cars, i think my car was worth every bit of the trade, he did not. He’s entitled to his opinion. And i respect his decision. But it’s the lack of respect for my time and money. The guy showed very little sympathy towards my 10 hour $200 situation and he showed absolutely ZERO interest in making anything right. Had i have been him, backing out of a deal leading someone out on such an excursion, i would have been extremely apologetic, offering maybe cash, food, beer, or even local loose women from the “salad”days, long before the children were born. This guy had nothing. What’s even better is in “his story” he “puts his foot down” and He told me he had had enough. In reality he was very soft spoken and rather timid. Now he’s on his computer bragging about it shows just how spinelessly inconsiderate some people can be. No matter. It’s not his fault i guess. The world takes all kinds and if everyone were like me we’d all be constantly hung over, arguing with 2 and three year olds and driving ragged out station wagons that roar and spit and sputter so much That you can’t hear yourself think
The second last out of town purchase I made was an eight hour round trip. When I got there it needed so much I didn't think it would make the trip home. Wasn't the sellers fault, real nice but clueless guy. It was a 1970 country squire. The guy promised to get it right and called me that week to confirm that he had. I had him drive it three hours towards me. I figured if it made it it should be good to go. Found receipts for close to 8 grand from a ford dealership in the glove box. No plugin to diagnose anything and those guys were pissing into the wind.
Sometimes it's difficult not taking that final step off the ledge. But just think of all the great deals waiting in the future. If this old car hobby were easy we'd all have TV shows about our shop and cool cars. From the little I know about Bruce, you said it in a few words......................... In reality he was very soft spoken and rather timid. A good ole country boy that loves playing with cars and wagons when he has the time and money. I think he expected a cruise nite driver and in reality he's like me, loves much older cars. I read 63fowagon's post about the Model A in his garage and slobbered all over. My first old car to play with was a 1931 Model A coupe and I'd be happier than a hog in mud with another Model A in the garage. Don't give up Grizz, we'll find you another car.
Grizz - You really know how pluck the strings of us members - maybe that's why you have Likes Received: 456 Trophy Points: 218 5 pages on buying an old car, a Record?
Mom's first car was a '29 Roadster when she was in high school; I always thought I was going to be able to find one before she passed back in '98, but it didn't happen. I never had enough money, so it never materialized for me.
Yes, yes we are. Unless this post puts us to page six.... Grizz, I have a 56 Buick Roadmaster I'll sell you, but it's going to take you longer than a few hours to come and get it.
Back when I first got married I didn't want to drive my 1949 Dodge or the next car in Illinois winter weather. I could buy a 1950 thru 1957 Buick for $100. I'd drive it until something broke, junk or sell it, then buy another. Once the V-8 Buicks came out I liked driving them. Even a high mileage old Buick rode like a cloud and was quiet and smooth. Also, I loved all of the chrome on them. A 50's Buick, Olds, or Pontiac wagon would be nice.
