Hello list, I have not formally introduced myself yet. My name is Don Roberts, I am 26. I am not wealthy, highly educated, nor am I well noted member of society. I just like old cars. I subscribe to this list for two main reasons. First, there is a vast deal of useful knowledge to learn from other people. Second, being on-line hides many things that are usually prejudged by appearance. I purchased my first car when I was 16. I have owned 53 since, ranging in years from 1942 to 1994. Some of these were for profit and some for enjoyment. I currently own a '58 Crown Imperial, '61 NewYorker, '62 Oldsmobile 98, '69 Cougar, four Hondas, and a Plymouth Sundance. The Imperial is a four door sedan that I bought from a gentleman who was on his way to the recycler. In my opinion it is a great car. It has 72K, fully loaded, with no rust or dents. The previous owner decided this car was worthless based on the number of doors. He literally cut the engine out and put it in a T-bucket. It still has the plastic seat covers on it! But, none the less it was doomed by its appearance. I have been storing my Imperial since 1994 while waiting for a "correct" engine. I am currently finishing the rebuild of my 392. Many times I have considered substituting a non original motor due to obscure parts or even just the cost when I did find them. I purchased my Olds from family member's estate auction. It has a mere 44K on it, and looks like it just rolled off the showroom floor. I was so excited when I got it that I called a friend of mine to come look at it. He has a very nice Corvette collection. Upon arrival he instantly noticed the number of doors totalled to four. His first response was that maybe if I was lucky I could find a convertible that was wrecked in the front and use my car for parts, "then I would have something". When people criticize my cars based on the body style, the make, or the modifications that I've made to them, it becomes very easy to lose interest in this hobby. I enjoy what I have, and I respect what others have. Don Roberts www.mrdonr@hotmail.com www.members.xoom.com/misterdon/ ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com |