Tag Archives: Ford

Ford GT slower than my Honda?

Posted on 08/06/2013 by gsghert01

Yep, it’s true. “Despite the fact the CP1 (Confirmation Prototype 1) has a fully functional powertrain, the car is limited to a top speed of just 5 mph and is not street legal,” read more.

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1954 Ford Customline *

Posted on 07/04/2013 by gsghert01

Rick bought the Ford 7 years ago and it had been restored ‘original … plus’. The motor is a 6 cylinder with 223 cu. in. He had to replace the heads and the intakes. He fabricated a dual exhaust and … Continue reading →

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1960 Edsel Ranger *

Posted on 07/02/2013 by gsghert01

Dave bought this Edsel in July 2012 and the September 30th Riverside season finale show was the first event to which he brought it. Prior to his purchase, the car had a frame-off (‘nuts and bolts’ off) total restoration. This automobile … Continue reading →

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1930 Ford A-Model *

Posted on 07/02/2013 by gsghert01

Jim bought his 1930 A-Model Ford (with a rumble seat) at a swap meet in Bolingbrook in 1998. It was a stock A-model with a four cylinder engine & mechanical brakes; and he drove it that way for 3-4 years. … Continue reading →

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Separated at birth …

Posted on 06/22/2013 by gsghert01

These 1955 Ford Fairlane Crown Victorias are gorgeous machines. Jerry’s turquoise and white one has a 292 V-8, which was bored out to 302, and the transmission is an automatic. Bill’s red and white one has a 312 Thunderbird motor … Continue reading →

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1955 Ford Crown Victoria *

Posted on 06/20/2013 by gsghert01

Bill bought this fully restored Crown Vic in October 2011; restoration was about 15 years ago. The white is called Snowshoe white but he’s unsure of the name of the red. The motor is a Thunderbird 312 V-8 and there’s … Continue reading →

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1950 Ford Custom Convertible

Posted on 06/14/2013 by gsghert01

John’s uncle bought this 1950 Ford convertible the Tuesday after Labor Day in 1950; the car having been manufactured on 28 April 1950. This car has only 31,000 original miles and it is original except for the new top, which … Continue reading →

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1939 Ford COE

Posted on 06/11/2013 by gsghert01

Jim had a great last car show season in 2013 with his cab over before passing away on January 24, 2014. Jim purchased this truck six years ago (2007) from FL [see before pictures] and at the age of 70, … Continue reading →

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1956 Ford Crown Victoria

Posted on 04/18/2013 by gsghert01

Mid-50s cars draw me like ‘a moth to a flame’ so Tom’s 1956 Ford Fairlane Crown Victoria piqued my interest. With proper oldies musical accompaniment, I think this automobile is suitable ideal for ‘time travel’. Previously he had owned a … Continue reading →

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1969 Ford Mustang

Posted on 04/17/2013 by gsghert01

Carl is a very familiar face with his blue 1969 Mustang but I just got a chance to introduce myself at Cozzi Corner on 10-2-2012. He’s had this vehicle since 1975. The motor is a 347 with a 4 barrel … Continue reading →

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