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Re: SIMPLY, BECAUSE OLD CARS ARE VERY COOL.
« Reply #175 on: January 19, 2017, 05:30:24 PM »
5 window 34’s are cooler.  Mates old man has had one in storage for over 40 years. Bought it in the 60’s and had a crack a rodding it.  Tank Fairlane running gear (Y block) and a reveresed HR front end.  Drove it once, apparantly it went good, but didn't stop or turn…

Locked it up in the back shed while he built a house and had kids.  Last year we dragged it out after 41 years.

 

Had a brand new chassis built with rod Tech front and rear end.  Built himself a mild 351 windsor, AOD auto and 9”.  He’s a chev man, but can’t bring himself to crossbreed on a genuine full steel body 34.   Chassis is completed ready for paint, but the body still needs to be steeled out (still has the original timber frame)  Still has a ton of hours and dollars to complete it.  Finished it will be black, red leather, wire wheels, full electrics, AC & PS.  A comfortable cruiser.

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Re: SIMPLY, BECAUSE OLD CARS ARE VERY COOL.
« Reply #176 on: January 19, 2017, 06:18:53 PM »
Now that is cool, though I would have kept it as a survivor time capsule .. And put all the goody new bits into a new build .. But thats just me .  Always wanted to put a sticker on my customised cars  to be able to point to.. "  It Is, I Did, You Dont Have To " .  for when they ask you about it and did you build it and say I dont like it ...
BUT  as this sticker says
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« Reply #177 on: January 19, 2017, 07:02:47 PM »
Now that is cool, though I would have kept it as a survivor time capsule .. And put all the goody new bits into a new build .. But thats just me .  Always wanted to put a sticker on my customised cars  to be able to point to.. "  It Is, I Did, You Dont Have To " .  for when they ask you about it and did you build it and say I dont like it ...
BUT  as this sticker says
I'd personally drop the body untouched straight onto the new chassis. You can't fake a 83 year old paint job.

There's been many a boozy night in the last 20 years discussing how this 34 should be done.  Other than engine combo, he's never swayed from his original plan in the late 60's. arrow straight gloss black paint, red wire wheels and red leather interior, including the rumble seat. This has been his dream for almost 50 years.

The original chassis has been claimed by my mate.  Plan is to get the motor running, service the brakes and suspension. Then find a cool old ratty body to drop over it.  Preserve the 60's homemade hot rod chassis.

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« Reply #178 on: January 20, 2017, 09:11:36 AM »
Thats one very ..... unusual rare coupe / owner ............................................................................................. He actually has a Ford motor in a ford  ??? ??? ..

And it actually has a real blower on it that is suitable to engine size. (Looks like a 6/71, could be wrong)

Most hot rod guys go straight for polished billet BDS 8/71 sitting on top of a shiny low comp crate engine.  ::)
With enough horse power, sheer ignorance and a total lack of respect for your vehicle, you'll get through....

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« Reply #179 on: January 20, 2017, 10:17:53 AM »
Here are a couple that a mate has atm
The F Truck is getting some major work
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« Reply #180 on: January 20, 2017, 10:19:12 AM »
and then there is this Chrysler he' not long got his hands on!

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« Reply #181 on: January 20, 2017, 10:53:41 AM »
F-Truck powered by an Oldsmobile big block huh . Should be a nice cruiser when finished .. 8)
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« Reply #182 on: January 20, 2017, 06:45:50 PM »
Work is usually a drag, but today was good.



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« Reply #183 on: January 21, 2017, 12:00:25 AM »
You work at an auction center ? Couple of nice pieces of early tin there .
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« Reply #184 on: January 21, 2017, 06:41:49 AM »
Just finished the fit out for Shannons.
Hand over day was pretty cool.



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« Reply #185 on: January 23, 2017, 01:20:12 PM »
Just a Sunday cruise....  8)

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« Reply #186 on: January 24, 2017, 11:24:20 AM »
C.A.D. [ clay aided design ] back in the day
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« Reply #187 on: January 24, 2017, 01:17:12 PM »
WHOA.....big money for a 66 Fleetwood.

Granted, it is MINT CONDITION, but it does still have over 80,000 miles on it too.

http://rmsothebys.com/az17/arizona/lots/1966-cadillac-fleetwood-sixty-special-brougham/1701653
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Re: SIMPLY, BECAUSE OLD CARS ARE VERY COOL.
« Reply #188 on: January 25, 2017, 08:06:02 AM »
I'm finished.
1977 Holden Torana SS A9X 2 Door Hatchback
Year: 09/1977
Make: Holden
Model: Torana SS A9X
Body: 2 Door Hatchback
Engine: 308, V8, Petrol
Transmission: 4 Speed Manual
VIN/CHASSIS: CLX054605M
ENG No: HT73452
Odometer Indicating: 140,347
Seats: 5
Colour: Palais White with a Black Bonnet
Description/extras:
GENUINE A9x - Just 99 Produced in Total. If your looking for a rare car - look no further!
Car purchased by current owner about 15 years ago. A set of original rims come with the car. Number plate sold with car if QLD buyer. Sold un-registered.






http://www.lloydsonline.com.au/LotDetails.aspx?smode=0&aid=5488&lid=957761&pgn=1&pgs=100&gv=True
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Re: SIMPLY, BECAUSE OLD CARS ARE VERY COOL.
« Reply #190 on: January 25, 2017, 09:42:59 AM »

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« Reply #191 on: January 25, 2017, 04:12:37 PM »
Hey Bird, this has your name all over it. Cars nice, price tag sucks.

http://www.classiccarliquidators.com/classic-cars/Mercury/1951/Coupe/51ME36964M/2417
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« Reply #192 on: January 25, 2017, 06:42:34 PM »
Found my new car today.




Loved this one too. Absolutely spotless, but only powered by a 186S and a Powerslide.






This ones the real McCoy Bathurst 327.



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« Reply #193 on: January 25, 2017, 09:49:36 PM »
The days of BOLD . Holdens Super Chicken Van / utes and Splash .And the one that never made it the "  Big Block Old Man Emu "  Phase 3 Ford killer and the 1974 308 Q concept show car ... Fords Super Bird Falcon, A mates dad had an XB GT Hard top in the Mulberry metalic colour with white interior and  silver Super bird decal . Loved that car .
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« Reply #194 on: January 25, 2017, 09:58:00 PM »
Old Man Emu " 350/Z  and 308 Q
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« Reply #195 on: January 26, 2017, 07:43:28 PM »
Going through some old photos and given its Straya day and all here is a pic of my old tonner. Single pegger 9 inch would lay a strip for days.



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Re: SIMPLY, BECAUSE OLD CARS ARE VERY COOL.
« Reply #196 on: January 26, 2017, 09:14:18 PM »
I'm finished.
1977 Holden Torana SS A9X 2 Door Hatchback
Year: 09/1977
Make: Holden
Model: Torana SS A9X
Body: 2 Door Hatchback
Engine: 308, V8, Petrol
Transmission: 4 Speed Manual
VIN/CHASSIS: CLX054605M
ENG No: HT73452
Odometer Indicating: 140,347
Seats: 5
Colour: Palais White with a Black Bonnet
Description/extras:
GENUINE A9x - Just 99 Produced in Total. If your looking for a rare car - look no further!
Car purchased by current owner about 15 years ago. A set of original rims come with the car. Number plate sold with car if QLD buyer. Sold un-registered.






http://www.lloydsonline.com.au/LotDetails.aspx?smode=0&aid=5488&lid=957761&pgn=1&pgs=100&gv=True

Mu brother had one of these and sold it many years ago for a great price. Fastest car I ever drove. Will try and find a pic of it

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« Reply #197 on: January 26, 2017, 09:22:46 PM »
Current bid. $240000.


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« Reply #198 on: January 26, 2017, 11:24:15 PM »
Might just get closer to the 1/4 mill mark yet
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« Reply #199 on: January 26, 2017, 11:26:24 PM »
Might just get closer to the 1/4 mill mark yet
stupid money for what it is... but yea I'd have it!
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