FASTBACK340 Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 This rolled in yesterday for some spring maintenance. While I personally don't get excited over tri-five Chevy's, this one was talking to me. 2dr. post: Check 409 w/2 X4's: Check Bench seat w/ a stick: Check Fenderwell Headers: Check Polished Torque Thrust's w/ cheater slicks: OMG…. this thing was sweeeeeeeeeet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High octane Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 So, did you buy it? It does look sweet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 WOW! Gotta love a W-motor in a '55 John! Thanks for posting, now I need a ride in it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Buckaroo Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 That is a nice '55. You sure your not violating something in your contract by posting pics of customers cars ? I would at least black out the license plate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
57peppershaker Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Thats REAL nice ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 OOOOOOH that is a real SWEEEEET ride, I would drive that myself! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FASTBACK340 Posted March 29, 2014 Author Share Posted March 29, 2014 Sean, I snap pictures at car shows constantly and never worry about plates. They drive the cars on public roads, right? And as far as theft is concerned, most collector cars are better secured than most peoples front door! Besides, go to the link in my signature and go to our Facebook page and there's more pictures. And the owner isn't blocking-out plates so I'm not too concerned. Back to the `55…. Older gentleman, probably in his 60's, as down to earth and youthful in his excitement over his car as any 20 yr. old. Life-long car guy has his dream car….. and you should hear the noises it makes. Ooohhh….. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FASTBACK340 Posted March 29, 2014 Author Share Posted March 29, 2014 As a footnote: I was shocked to hear this past Thursday about upcoming plans next week for the shop. Let's just say 4 years ago he just missed out on a show on Discovery channel, now he's getting a second shot at a pitch. Yeah, my worst nightmare might come true. Wouldn't THAT be a kick in the rump about this "great job"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 (edited) That IS cool! {The 55} Edited March 29, 2014 by Danno Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FASTBACK340 Posted March 29, 2014 Author Share Posted March 29, 2014 That IS cool! {The 55} I agree. About the '55..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 I haven't heard anyone as excited as you about their job in a long time, John. Much success to you and keep the pics coming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FASTBACK340 Posted March 29, 2014 Author Share Posted March 29, 2014 I haven't heard anyone as excited as you about their job in a long time, John. Much success to you and keep the pics coming. It's like hanging out with your car buddies and wrenching with huge budgets. Almost every car I work on is clean and tidy. No greasy, disgusting messes. Unless it's just rolling in for a resto, in that case we usually gut all wear items. We ordered over $11,000 in parts last week alone….. and more cars are being dropped off. I know I should be quiet, but everyone actually KNEW what a rat-hole I was at. Just because we sold high-end luxury cars doesn't mean we had a high end operation. One Infiniti dealership I was at asked me how many T shirts I wanted for the summer. I asked for six shirts. When they came in I was informed they were $6 each…. I bought plain black t shirts at a flea market for $4 and worn those instead. They were mad too I didn't pay to wear THEIR shirts! Last week one of our office staff apologized for not having everything for me yet, but gave me 2 long sleeved T shirts in my size, a wool stocking cap, and a beautiful Medium hooded sweatshirt for my Wife. We have short sleeve shirts, button down shirts, and more T shirts for me AND MY WIFE coming in. And it's all nice stuff. Yeah… I actually look forward to going to work. It's a gearhead's playground. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.