Intro and questions

[62131]

Ron  Looks to be a good start any way you choose to go, As it has been said build it the way you want so that it makes you happy.

[RCstang]

Here is a little more information, that I learned today.

He moved the car out of the barn when the barn started deteriorating.  He put blocks under the front frame so the front tires are off the ground and still have air in them.  It was covered by 3 tarps/car covers.  The canvas top and wood frame fell into the car.  The canvas is torn but the frame is really close to complete.  There is some wood rot at the top.  He took the seats out of the car and stored them in a spare room of his house.  The flywheel turns so it seems that the engine isn't locked up.  The running boards need to be replaced.  There was a small amount of rust at the bottom of the driver's side door.  Everything else seems to be fine with most spots being paint chipping off.  He wants me to make an offer but I really have no idea of value.

The other two cars - The 55 Hudson is currently trapped in the barn.  It will take several hours of work to get it out of there.  It is almost complete, except that someone stole the radiator.  The other Hudson isn't a 55 as I originally thought, it's a 50 Hudson Coupe.  He says it's complete but that is difficult to tell.  The 1950 is the worst of the 3.

Before I make him an offer I want to check out the interior and the wood framing as you guys have suggested.  What is a 32 style grave shield? (madmike's post)

[TFoch]

Ron,
Looks like a good start from the outside.  It'll be interesting to see how the wood is.  Looks like all the parts are there.
Tom

[chopper526]

Here is a little more information, that I learned today.

He moved the car out of the barn when the barn started deteriorating.  He put blocks under the front frame so the front tires are off the ground and still have air in them.  It was covered by 3 tarps/car covers.  The canvas top and wood frame fell into the car.  The canvas is torn but the frame is really close to complete.  There is some wood rot at the top.  He took the seats out of the car and stored them in a spare room of his house.  The flywheel turns so it seems that the engine isn't locked up.  The running boards need to be replaced.  There was a small amount of rust at the bottom of the driver's side door.  Everything else seems to be fine with most spots being paint chipping off.  He wants me to make an offer but I really have no idea of value.

The other two cars - The 55 Hudson is currently trapped in the barn.  It will take several hours of work to get it out of there.  It is almost complete, except that someone stole the radiator.  The other Hudson isn't a 55 as I originally thought, it's a 50 Hudson Coupe.  He says it's complete but that is difficult to tell.  The 1950 is the worst of the 3.

Before I make him an offer I want to check out the interior and the wood framing as you guys have suggested.  What is a 32 style grave shield? (madmike's post)

I think what madmike means is gravel shield, the splash apron between the front fe.nders below the radiator shell

[madmike3434]

yes, that's what I meant by a gravel shield,  the front between the fenders ,  SPLASH APRON.

I HAVE CALLED THAT PANEL , A GRAVEL SHIELD , AT LEAST 3 TIMES ON THIS SITE......NO IDEA WHY.

MIKE LYNCH          

[vette59jdwl]

It must be a CANADIAN thing  i have called it a gravel shield for 50 years

[vette59jdwl]

   Well RON as you know by now you have reached the perfect CHEVY site The guys here are awsome and there are many guys that are behind the seen  Me  I have restored a 32 chevy roadster and in the meantime came across another 32 roadster.This one is behond saving so this one is going to get the street rod treatment. On the other had its getting a newer 6 cyl engine a five speed from an S10 and a mitsibuchi rear end along with a 54 chevy truck front end. Its yours  do what makes YOU HAPPY.just dont think this is going to get done in a year or so.Some of us here have been at it for 10 years or more  Welcome aboard  from CANADA.---VETTE59JDWL

[chopper526]

It must be a CANADIAN thing  i have called it a gravel shield for 50 years

I thought it was "i have called it a gravel shield for 50 years, eh

[ghost28]

Man. That is a nice looking coupe. I don't know what it would be worth to you , but I would be starting around $3,000.00 and let him work me around a little bit on the price. I am sure it could go for quite a bit more. I say this price because  he said make an offer and that means he is wanting you to sell it and buy it at the same time. Good luck on getting it.

[RCstang]

To the gentlemen who suggested that I keep it original, I wouldn't consider that a "fuddy-duddy" response.  I think that's a legitimate option especially since it's never been hot rodded in it's 81 years of existence.  Hot rod or original these are beautiful cars.

This next part probably goes in the "tmi" (too much information) category.  My wife isn't thrilled about me looking at another old car.  Throughout our married life I've tinkered with old cars (chevy's and mustangs).  It's seems like she would be used to it by now.  A couple months ago I got rid of a 66 Fastback Mustang on ebay.  That did excite her!  The possibility that I would replace it is horrible.(in her mind)  So I'm trying to be creative and think of a way to get the car but not impose on her desire for a clean driveway.  I only have a two car garage.

He told me yesterday, while I was fixing the brakes in his daily driver, that he would rather I have the car than anyone else.  But I don't know if that affects the price.  Thanks again for the advice and listening to my story.
Ron

[chopper526]

   Ron, I too am a Mustang guy. I have had a few over the years and still own a '67 convertible I bought back in 1976. Here's my TMI: I might be one of those rare guys who has a wife who humors me when it comes to cars. As long as I take care of business around the house she doesn't care what I do as far as the car thing goes.
   Early on when we were dating I invited her over to my apartment and asked her to bring a hair blowdryer. She asked why? I told her I needed her to help me reupholster seats for a Corvette I owned, and needed the blowdryer to soften the vinyl. Cool date, huh?
   Anyway, in the 22 years we have been married about a dozen cars have come and gone, why does she put up with me?

[sixball]

There are more old wives than there are old Chevys. You may have to make a choice.

[madmike3434]

To the gentlemen who suggested that I keep it original, I wouldn't consider that a "fuddy-duddy" response.  I think that's a legitimate option especially since it's never been hot rodded in it's 81 years of existence.  Hot rod or original these are beautiful cars.

This next part probably goes in the "tmi" (too much information) category.  My wife isn't thrilled about me looking at another old car.  Throughout our married life I've tinkered with old cars (chevy's and mustangs).  It's seems like she would be used to it by now.  A couple months ago I got rid of a 66 Fastback Mustang on ebay.  That did excite her!  The possibility that I would replace it is horrible.(in her mind)  So I'm trying to be creative and think of a way to get the car but not impose on her desire for a clean driveway.  I only have a two car garage.

He told me yesterday, while I was fixing the brakes in his daily driver, that he would rather I have the car than anyone else.  But I don't know if that affects the price.  Thanks again for the advice and listening to my story.
Ron

TRY PUTTING THE CAR WORK ON HOLD AND CONCENTRATE ON HANGING AROUND REAL CLOSE TO HER , WHILE COOKING AND READING .  ESPECIALLY TV TIME AND CONTINUALLY TALK TO HER.    PRETTY SOON SHE WILL WISH YOU "WERE OUT IN THE GARAGE ".

MIKE     

[sammons]

That's funny Mike, lol. About a week and a half, she maybe suggesting you go help your friends next weekend. Worked for dad anyway.

[chopper526]

I just pace by the garage door and finally she just says "Oh go ahead, already!"