Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Most of us will own a dozen or so cars throughout our lives. Some us will choose one of them to make the final journey. Which one? The one that brings back our youth! Doesn't this one put a smile on your face? It has a happy look about it, and is sure to be a conversation starter for future generations. Oakwood Municipal Cemetery. [2013]
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I thought that one would be quite a challenge but 30 minutes was all it needed.
ReplyDeleteThe car is a match for a 1940 Ford Business Coupe 221 Flathead V8.
The upward curving fenders were the pivotal giveaway; the shape of the grille, running board, divided windshield, windshield wipers location and angles were confirmations. The etching must have been made from a photograph.
If you'd like to go around such a car superbly restored, and even see inside and under the hood with great commentary to boot, go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=aQ632NDKZAY
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