Classic Car Blog

karrs asked:


In the old days if you were able to get a car with an automatic transmission rolling upto 6 or 8 miles it would start. Could this be possile in todays cars ??

Claudette

qtchica asked:


Do they just fly them from their normal “resting place”, or do they drive them on a transport vehicle?

I would imagine the older airplanes would be driven there (like they do with nice classic cars at carshows), and the newer planes are just flown in.

What do you think? And, anyone have any resources on this?

Jillian

joe_smith_jv asked:


Other than a Mustang, which one would be easiest to find parts for. I’ve been looking at a Lincoln Continental w/ ******* doors, but am open to any type of convertible as well.

Grady

vadeking asked:


Obviously there is a lot more weight with cars made in the 40s and 50s and engines of that period, particularly 6 cylinders, weren’t nearly as economic on fuel.

Call me crazy but that hasn’t kept me from dreaming about owning a street rod even with today’s gas prices! Is it JUST a dream or are there ways of getting 20+ MPG out of a classic cruiser?

I can think of no other solution save one and so a follow-up question is: What is the feasibility (and cost) of engine replacement to achieve this ultimate goal?
Wow, that’s a lot of answers really FAST! You guys are great. Since there’s been a lot of “depends on the car” comments, I’ll add that I’ve been hunting down 52-54 Buick Specials & Supers specifically but not exclusively. There’s a certain “evil” quality to the look of those cars from the front that makes me rub my hands together with a maniacal grin.
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My soft spot is the transitional designs from 45 to 55 though like most I can’t look at a 57 Ford or Chevy without getting drool on my shirt. I prefer the rounder fronts usually but for some reason I don’t like Beetles at all. ((sorry VW fans, just not my thing))

Jess

sully7105 asked:


just to get some ideas on how i can paint my car, and a website with a variety of cars not just classics, i have an 03 nissan altima

Kerri

hathj29 asked:


Do you think a classic mini is a good first car? I am thinking of getting a rover mini as their is less rust etc. I am willing to keep up with regular maintinence and keep it under cover (garage), and want a fairly reliable one. What do you think? If I do get a mini, would you reccomend a rover mini as they are fairly newer and less things in the car would go wrong??
Thanks,

Adrian

jose2287481 asked:


I dont want to spend money on a paintjob or a new set of wheels and later regret it because I had no clue on how it would look like. I have an old 72 chevy pickup (C-10).

Alexandra

Jill asked:


I am extremely interested in old cars, and someday would like to own a classic car dealership. However, I don’t have a great deal of experience and I’m just wondering where would be the best place to start learning. Are there and recommendations anyone has on books, or any other information anyone has to offer would be much appreciated. Thanks a lot!

Jodi

Chris S asked:


BOTH ARE IN BAD SHAPE THE OLDSMOBILE IS IN WORSE SHAPE THAN THE HORNET??

A 1952 Oldsmobile 4 door, pretty rusty, no trans or engine: $ 600.00

A 1953 Hudson Hornet 4 door, Not that bad rusty, pretty complete, but no trans or engine :500.00

Opal

CV asked:


What are the laws regarding seat belts in classic cars? I mean if you get an old car that originally didn’t have seat belts, restore it, drive it around, do you need to install modern seat belts by law?

Trina