I took possession today!!!
The carrier used a very long trailer and was unsure about negotiating streets in my neighborhood, so I met him about five miles from my house. My quick drive home was a blast as were the three other short drives I made today, concluding with my first night drive returning from a friend’s house. I think I’m hooked.
Some info for the curious:
- 2332cc (Yes @ALB I will share the engine build info, it’s been a long day so not just yet. )
- Front stock anti-sway bar
- IRS
- Vintage speed shifter
- GT Silver metallic paint, dark grey German square weave carpet (but isn’t as dark as I thought it would be, but I like it), baseball glove vinyl upholstery.
- Polished 5.5 vintage wheels
- Lowered seat pans, and some other misc goodies
I must express my sincere thanks to all of the many members of this forum. Your honest and sometimes unvarnished opinions helped me better understand what this hobby - this obsession - is and is not. Three amazing SOC members allowed me to drive their speedsters which proved immensely helpful with my decision making: @ford356outlaw (Rafi), @*LongFella (Brian) and @BETTYLU356Speedster (also Brian).
You guys are awesome, thanks for letting me share the tent with you all.
(Yes, that is a Wham! poster on my wife’s side of the garage. I still love her.)
Jon