Corvair Forum

Speedo didn't work for 5 years, so I wasn't too concerned. 17" with backspace adapters.

My dad introduced me to the car naming ritual 40 some years ago with his Cadillac named Bessie. My corvair was named by default, when I uttered something to the effect of "But I want it done NOW" during the restoration process. To which my counterpart said "Hold on, Veruca"...for Veruca Salt, the ...

Grandma's girl is too excited by the ride to sleep. :)

We are almost neighbors. In fact, my husband worked at the body shop in Shen until a few months ago. We live near that steakhouse that causes all the ruckus on bike night northwest of you a bit. Great story! Do you have any pictures to share here?

Looks like a great time!

Beautiful Bride, beautiful car and a great story. Thanks for sharing it!

Thanks for the restoration article. I do plan to keep the wire covers on it. The car had a good bath today, and the first layer of dirt off the interior, and pulled the carpet. There will be a lot of interior replacement needed. This one will be a lot of work but I think we're up to the challenge ...

How my Rose Colored Glasses see it:

It's home. There will be no shortage of work to do around here tomorrow. :)

Thank you for the safety warning. The previous owner has had it on blocks for 9 years in an effort to keep the weight off the suspension. It is now safely and securely on a tandem trailer....somewhere in Oklahoma. I'll have a good set of jack stands waiting for it when it gets home. ;)

The male half of this household has gone out foraging to slay a new project and bring it home. Can't wait to see it and get started on it.