So, wrapping up the summer I had a chance to go up to Monterey for Pebble Beach, the Historic Races and lots in between.
The weekend started out with the Gooding Auction. There were some amazing vehicles, all of which I couldn't even consider affording.
I loved this 1934 Packard. It was giant and somehow understated. Maybe it was the company it was in.
MINI-RANT, If you're not going to "restore" a car, don't upgrade it half way.
I was stunned that this FJ40 went for $71,000. It's a good looking car but falls into the gap between restored to stock condition or resto-mod. There was plenty that wasn't stock, toyota emblem, short bumper, color, upside down bezel, ostrich skin dash pad (yes, there was an ostrich skin dash pad) and more. So, if your not going to make it stock, why not clean up some of the mechanical bits. Get rid of the sluggish 3 speed transmission and add a four speed one. That way driving on the freeway goes from terrifying to just uncomfortable. What about power steering? It's a period correct upgrade and really nice. And while your at it, front disc brakes - it's nice to stop. I mean, for 70,000 why not?
other highlights
cool Fiat
cooler fiat
James Bond reference triggered
cool hood ornament
cool plastic
After the evening it was refreshing to walk out of the auction and see this Manx Buggy parked across the street.
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