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I wish I had more room. LOL. I do get tempted when I see something interesting but so far, no plans.

Sep 14, 2020,13:08 PM
 

Someone advertised a Caterham 7 for sale for what I thought was a steal based on the like-new condition and price but it was too far away to make it practical. I realize I could have arranged to have it delivered for a few hundred dollars but I'm more of an impulse buyer. I've only ever bought a car because it "just showed up". If the guy happened to drive to a local car show with it I probably would head straight to the bank. That probably makes no sense but I like my life simple and buying at a distance leaves too much to go wrong.
Not too long ago I did consider trading the 356 for a mint condition '80 Ferrari 308 (have always loved them), but was talked out of it by my wife and actually I'm glad she did.
But if an Intermeccanica Italia coupe shows up, I may have to find room for it.


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First local cruise night for the year and I managed to bring two of my cars.

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : September 14th, 2020-09:03
My small NJ town has had monthly cruise nights, spring through fall, for decades and I've rarely missed a month in 20 years. But due to the virus, last week was the first of the season with only one more scheduled for next month. At first I drove my '64 3...  

Your 356 is a sweet ride. Timeless. [nt]

 
 By: Bill : September 14th, 2020-09:39

Thanks. I've had it for almost 20 years. Lots of fun to drive. You know the saying...it's more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow...it's very fitting for these classics. [nt]

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : September 14th, 2020-10:55

I agree 100% about the thrill of the ride.

 
 By: Bill : September 14th, 2020-15:36
It can be just as much a thrill at 40mph as at 70mph without the need to break any speed barriers. Shifting through the gears watching the rpm’s climb what a joy. Not the real deal but a off build from the 1970’s. Shifting

It doesn't have to be real to be fun, and yours sure looks fun! [nt]

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : September 15th, 2020-06:09

Very cool

 
 By: cazalea : September 14th, 2020-09:47
I like these drive-up & park car shows. Mike ...  

Yes, we have lots of these type of local shows around my area and I try to get to as many as possible, usually rotating which car I bring. [nt]

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : September 14th, 2020-10:57

Nice one, this Daimler SP 250! And of course your Jag. One of the few 4 doors I like a lot. [nt]

 
 By: amanico : September 14th, 2020-09:58

The Daimler is basically an original owner car, or at least it's currently owned by the daughter of the original owner.

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : September 14th, 2020-11:10
Her mother bought it new in '62 and she inherited it and has had it repainted, the interior done and a new top. It showed up at one of our cruise nights years ago and at that time the paint was a bit faded, the interior worn, and it also looks like some w... 

Excellent, my friend. Enjoy THE Jag. [nt]

 
 By: amanico : September 14th, 2020-11:25

Very cool machines! Especially your 356! [nt]

 
 By: patrick_y : September 14th, 2020-11:53

Thank you! I have to admit the 356 is my favorite, although I also have this which was my daily driver over 30 years ago.

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : September 14th, 2020-12:43
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Gorgeous! Drool! That really gets my engine purring! [nt]

 
 By: patrick_y : September 14th, 2020-13:06

Thanks! [nt]

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : September 14th, 2020-13:15

Too cool. I love the hood locks. [nt]

 
 By: Bill : September 14th, 2020-15:38

Thanks, I made the hood locks myself from stainless hardware from a local hardware store.

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : September 15th, 2020-06:07
After pricing the repro Ferrari ones and finding they would cost almost $900 I decided home-made was the way to go. They're spring-loaded like the originals so they work the same way, but for $890 less than the real deal. LOL

They're a beautiful detail! And they look so well done that they look like they're from the factory! [nt]

 
 By: patrick_y : September 15th, 2020-11:48

Thank you. In my younger days I loved doing all the big jobs like custom bodywork and interiors, enhancing performance, modifying suspensions...

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : September 15th, 2020-13:13
...but with age has come less patience, more aches and pains and, even though I'm retired, much less time! So now I enjoy these smaller projects where I can just make or modify small parts and make minor modification.

Your 356 and the Jaguar are a great combination ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : September 14th, 2020-12:31
And a labour of love. Enjoy !

Thanks, I think so, too. [nt]

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : September 14th, 2020-12:47

Any more classic car projects in the pipeline ? [nt]

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : September 14th, 2020-12:49

I wish I had more room. LOL. I do get tempted when I see something interesting but so far, no plans.

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : September 14th, 2020-13:08
Someone advertised a Caterham 7 for sale for what I thought was a steal based on the like-new condition and price but it was too far away to make it practical. I realize I could have arranged to have it delivered for a few hundred dollars but I'm more of ...