Monday, June 6, 2011

NOS Indian pistons


Last time a bunch of NOS Indian Chief pistons with original boxes were seen together? Well, it may have been in '51!

'58 Goggomobil T400


This diminutive microcar is indeed a great find. The little German rear engined 2 cylinder sedan score has logged a mere 8084 miles since new! Being tucked away for years no doubt enabled original paint and a wonderful interior condition to survive well. Only 1200-1500 Goggomobils were sold per year in the US from '58-'61. US market received the "big block" desirable 392cc engine, or 400 designation and are highly sought after. Bumper overriders, turn signal lenses, big headlights, separate oil tank, and pre-gear select transmission are all indicators of an early US market car.

Sunday, June 5, 2011

Inspiration 2


How many camouflaged rusting relics can you spot after enlarging panorama?

This old yard closed in '72. By '75, over 1700 cars were scrapped, leaving about 200 of the most complete or most interesting at the time. Pretty much untouched property since.

'60 Buick LeSabre Bubbletop


4 doors and sedans dominate market; 2 door coupes - not so much. This TX find has no rot, having been stored indoors for a couple decades. Rear driver quarter has a softball size dent, rest of body is straight. Missing front bumper has been replaced with a good replatable core. Radiator has been stolen. Great base for a mild custom with this bubbletop's sweeping lines.

'56 Cadillac Eldorado Seville


Pretty damn nice original TX survivor - absolutely no rust, straight as an arrow, 100% complete, and running. Perfect restoration candidate. This one has sold.