The latest addition to OldCarGuy”s vintage collection.

[OldCarGuy]

After logging 4,320 miles across 11 states in 8 whirlwind days, I finally made it home with my newest piece of American history. Because of the cost of diesel fuel I decided take my 26' motor home rather than my 45' coach. That consumes half as much fuel. However its' towing capacity is nearly the weight of my enclosed car hauler. Consequently day one of the trip included picking up a new 2,100 pound aluminum enclosed car hauler in Illinois. Three days and 5 states later I made the destination Arizona. Loaded the newest member of OldCarGuy's family.




A 1910 Fanders 20

Last year, I lost my lifelong friend. Remarkably, he with the guidance of  his father, restored this Flanders when he was only 14. Because his wife wanted to ensure the car went to a responsible owner, she asked me to purchase it. Now also being an octogenarian, I'll ensure that the Flanders is handed down to my grandson...





My Puppy found his way on the front seat

   

[1965 Comet Caliente]

That's beautiful! Very nice!

[jabberwoki]

Nice.. is it`s nick name Ned?

[OldCarGuy]

Nice.. is it`s nick name Ned?

Ned is cute... But actually we're sticking with Flanders—that's what my friend has called it for the past 7 decades..

[OldCarGuy]

Spent the whole day getting the Flanders up and running. Change the engine oil, topped off the transmission & differential, grease fittings, air up the tires, and add five gallons of gasoline to the tank that's under the from seat. Studied the manuals..  Took but five short cranks and came to life..

Running

Test drive: Five trips front & back driveways

[bmwrd0]

That is a beauty of an automobile. And it would fit perfectly in my 1913 garage.

I just need to convince my wife that we need to buy the Whippet that is for sale locally.

[OldCarGuy]

The Flanders is a great fit for my garage too. Nesting between my brass era cars.

1910 Buick Model F


1914 Cadillac Phaeton


1914 Cadillac Touring


The Wippet is a great little car that is extremely reliable. I hope it's a convertible, far more desirable making it easy to sell. Though they go for a premium price. The top goes down, the price goes up... Good luck with convincing the wife. I have a very understanding wife that has always encouraged my passion. Get the wife involved in the hobby. We do a lot of touring around the country and Canada. Clocking 2,000 miles a year. She has a 1896 Winslow and 1898 Spaulding safety bicycles. (Yes they predate the 20th century) For the past 40 years she has accompanied me to the week long Fall Hershey meet. Spends days searching the flea market fields for period clothing. Likes to dress the part for shows and tours...

[jabberwoki]

Don`t know if you got my joke?

[OldCarGuy]

Sure Did!