IM speedster 6

Hi Boys and Girls, Its painted!!!! Nassau/Marina mid-sixties Corvette blue. I will post pics as Henry sends them. Been waiting for this day. Now its all about assembly. Mr. Davis's car is well documented, (I wished I could visit on a whim!) Mine is next in the cue. Went to Sarasota DMV with documents in hand, left somewhat disappointed. It seems that I presented said auto as a fully constructed Replica, that's a no, no. The State dosen't recognize the MSO as coming from a legitimate car company. So it wont title it. It would, if you bring a title from another state, which has recognized the car. Simple title transfer is all. They will issue a title if the car is termed a "KIT", and needs some assembly within the state, which can then be inspected for road worthiness by DMV inspectors. Oh well, back to DMV on Friday. Hope it turns out better the second time around.

NO problem, Howard. Drop the car and the MSO off with me. I'll title it. Of course, it will have to be in my name. Oh, and I'll need to DRIVE it to the DMV.... Oh and then I'd have to drive it to Florida (or is it NJ?), you know, just to make sure everything is OK...hehehe

angela

Howard,

Have you discussed this with Henry? I think he may have a solution for you.

Tomm

PS. I am closer than Angela to IM...hint...hint

Howard, pm sent with a do-able plan.

Howard, another PM for you.

http://www.calcruisingauctions.com/images/66vet-1.jpg

http://www.flickr.com/photos/gr8bigc/417820409/

Like either of these?

Betcha it's that same blue as that guy's '59 Corvette in the boner medicine commercial. The one where he uses a garden sprinkler to rinse the soapy water off of his ride.

That's a BEAUTIFUL color ! ! ! ! ! ! !

Howard, I saw your car yesterday at Henry's and the car looks great. The flares look really nice. Now the real fun begins!

Howard -

Try to stay away from 'sharp' or 'pointy' surgical instruments while you're navigating through the DMV process for your Speedy. Hope it all turns out well.

Looking forward to your first 'driving impression' once you get your hands on that bad-boy!!

Peace - Out!

Where's the guy from Nigeria offering to register it for you in return for simply cashing and sharing some of a certified check he has! I'd take a root canal with no novacain over having to go to DMV!

Howard,
IM is a legitimate car company. They have been in business for decades. Try another DMV, another person. Best days for DMV are tuesday, wednesday or thursday EXCEPT on 3 day weekends.

Go in the morning, be relaxed and take your time. Each state has their foibles, but you have much going in your favor. Unlike most of us, who buy cars from companies who, how shall I say this... lack IM's long term stability and history... You have a REAL car that is coachbuilt for a highly established manufacturer.

Chat up w/Henry and get it done. That said, I had a title for a car from NJ that was lost and I can categorically state that NJ was MOST unhelpful!
angela

Hi again, Thanks for all the wonderful feedback. Brooks, Henry said you were by the shop and liked it. I haven't as yet seen photos, but the color is exactly the one posted in this thread. The blue stingray. In sunlight, it s at its most brilliant. I loved that color since I was a boy spying my neighbor, making out in his driveway. He was not a good lookin guy, it MUST have been the Vette. But that Blue always stayed with me. Seeing them sold at auction wetted my appetite. I will go back to DMV on Friday armed with new info. This time I should be successful.Henry and I have been in contant touch about all matter of this build. I have to say I can't imagine doing it without his expertise. The DME brain is going to Steven Wong for remapping, MKExhaust, is fabricating a custom two in/one out center per shooter outlet. This 3.2 puppy should breathe. Yes its exciting, can you tell?

Steve Wong chips are the BOMB! You'll pick up a good bit of power on this. The kind of no BS power that is measured repeatedly on chassis dynos and stop watches.

Look out for Howard!
angela

White? I thought WE ALL decided on RED!

Dale, Im just stubborn is all. "I" decided that the leather should be a light beige "sand" color, I know, I know, you all thought it will be difficult to keep, but, its a weekend toy, 4-5k miles a year, and I do keep my toys clean, the house, well that's a different story, as Madeline can testify. She might be soon, too, if this car gets any more expensive! Back to DMV, its interesting that FLA makes a distinction between "KIT" and REPLICA. Kit being partially assembled, and titled in the year the frame/drivetrain was "mated". Replica, or "reproduction" is a complete car, made to resemble and existing model, say 1957 Porsche Speedster. Must come from a Licensed manufacturer, and would be titled for the year it represents. Much better, antique plates and all. The catch is the state must recognize Interemeccanica International, as a legit builder, get this, Licensed to do business in Florida. How stupid!Im going to ask Henry to send me some type of document which clarifies his legitimacy and hope the state of FLORIDA will recognize it. I'll keep you posted. Some of our speedstowners "brothers" have suggested more clandestine avenues, should this fail. I'll keep you posted.

Hey, that reminds me of a very important point... Will your DMV even title the car without a VIN inspection (for which you physically need the car)?

Oregon certainly won't... But they will issue a temporary tag which lets you drive down for the inspection.
angela

Angela, Interesting you should ask. IM has issued an MSO, with its own VIN#. If its a "kit" then the state needs to inspect it for road worthiness. IM has given me documentation which lists the US DOT specifications for approval, glass, locks, carpets, which are requried by the US DOT for import to the US. As "replica", it does NOT require a formal inspection. That's why i would rather register the car in FLA, becuase NJ would require me to go for emissions, requirements, whereas Fla doesn't. In NJ , as you experienced makes life difficult.

Florida requires a VIN verification. It can be done by the DMV or any law official, even from a different state. Can even be verified by a E-7 or above if they are in the military. If you need any info picked up from the DMV here in Florida, just let me know. I spend alot of time there.
Jim

Angela, I spoke to Steve and gave him the build specs, he feels, that the Euro header/premuffler/ no O2 sensor set up, with MK exhaust should give me appox 250-265 hp. Not bad for a "stock" 3.2 liter.

That is exactly what we are going to do with my Steve's 3.2 in his 911 cabby, except that we left the 02 sensor. We have the euro pre-muffler already installed and a nice Dansk 2 out stainless muffler. After we have the car running, we'll do the Steve Wong chip.

This is GOOD stuff Howard!
angela

I expect that Henry should complete the car by October. Will you be home?

Howard,

If you get the car done and going to drive it home, Angela and I are running the Southern Oregon Tour in and around Medford, Or on Oct. 5-7. A laid back driving tour in our beautiful weather and on our scenic roads. There will be various Replicars on the tour, including Angela and Steves 550-6.
It would be great to have you stop in and run it with us. I am sure everyone would love to meet you and the IM.

Bruce

Now that is a SMASHING idea! And yes, Howard, barring unforseen work related issues, we'll be here!

angela

What a great shakedown cruise! I could drive down and take part in the tour,a road trip with no particular place to go is fine with me. Drive it back to Vancouver, give Henry some input, and then ship it home. Sounds good if IM is on schedule. I'll keep it in mind. Thanks, Guys and GALS!!!!

IF I have my car by then count me in a well! Howard, regardless of when you come out, let me know. I'd love to see your car (and you) in person.

Tomm

Oh we are going to have SO MUCH FUN!!! Anymore fun than this usually involves jail time or difficult to explain personal injuries...

angela

Or, eventually, penicillin.

BWAHAHA!!!
angela

Hi Tomm, Nice to hear from you. Its so cool to be able to see the faces when you read the posts. That IM BBQ tour was so cool on many levels. Its been great to hear your voices. I've decided to add to it in October, Henry permitting. Tomm, what happened to the Vintage Blau idea?

I am still working on getting just the right radio to send to SM in Minnesota. I have months to go so am not jumping on the radios that are not what I want:)

Putting some pressure on dear Henry now to get going on the build.

Tomm

Tomm, Henry works at his own pace to get it right. I know you are aware that his builds are the standard of the industry. NO ONE comes close, and the "other" manufacturers KNOW it. But there are two Premiums to be paid here. $$$$$$ and waiting. Prod gently, because it will get done when its done. But it will be right. I know its ok for me to say, Henry sent me photos of my BLUE monster yesterday. Wait till you see the stuff you like, no hurry to collect the bits, until you see something you like, at the right price. Give my regards to your wife. I have some great shots from the tour.

Whoa, whoa whoa, wait a minute... You have PICTURES? And you haven't posted them for us? We've all been drooling and now you hold out on us Howard?

That's it. When you come down for the SOT, I'm going to make you an EX LAX CAKE!

angela

Yeah and I thought we done bonded too. Come on, Howard, post a pic of that shiny new paint job!

Angela, please mark the cakes, "Howard" and "everyone else."

Tomm

This IS a tough crowd. Im in Long Boat Key, with my laptop. Henry just late last night sent me the photos of the paint. I'll try to get them up on the board for you ASAP. They DO look GREAT!!!!! Henry said 6 weeks to completion, barring unforseen problems. I'll bring my DEPENDS, Hell I'm not that far off anyway!

You are being WARNED Howard....;-)
angela

Ive got to come face to face with you. You crack me up! As soon as I get homefrom vacation I will send you all the shots of the build that Henry has provided. I was successful at DMV, have titile to 1957 Porsche speedster convertible, color blue, historic plates on their way! Yahoo!!!!!!!!!

I started the thread railing about the "MAN" at Florida DMV. Well, I went back on Friday, and.......Wala!!!! Walked out with a "Replica" 1957 Porsche Speedster/convt/blue title. The distinction between a KIT car, and Reproduction/Replica is significant. The former is titled in the year built(2007) subject to whatever safety/emissions requirement are in vogue, the latter is the year in which vehicle represents the year of the original. No emissions required. Not only that, but it qualifies for "antique or historic" tags. How COOL! Now if I can only figure out how to post the photos Hnery sent me, I wont have to wear diapers!

I am repeating myself, Hmmm?, Maybe some Ex-lax is in order!

Hey Howard, this thread is fun but I wonder if you could move your posts with the photos and future posts about the car under "Vendor Specific" as that seems to be where the new projects hang out. You could follow a title trend and call your thread " It's Blue"... or "IM Blue" or...??
I'm into Vancouver Tuesday and look forward to seeing your new paint.