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Old Cars, the more you know: 10 year rule

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Old Cars shines some light on questions that come up with collector cars. This time we tackle the question of whether or not there is a 10-year parts rule that manufacturers abide by.

QUESTION:

Is there really a 10-year parts rule from car manufacturers?

INSIGHT:

[Regarding the 10-year parts “rule”], I worked in the parts department of Toyota dealerships from 1966 to the year 2000. In 1980, I had a customer come in wanting to order parts for a model … Read the rest

The Cobra Experience Museum to honor McKeel Hagerty and offering up opportunity for youngsters to learn how to drive a manual

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The Cobra Experience will celebrate the Carroll Shelby Centennial by presenting its Global Icon Award to McKeel Hagerty and offering young people the opportunity to learn how to drive a manual transmission car on February 11, 2023.

MARTINEZ, Calif. – The Cobra Experience will celebrate the Carroll Shelby Centennial by presenting its Global Icon Award to McKeel Hagerty and offering young people the opportunity to learn how to drive a manual transmission car on February 11, 2023, … Read the rest

As found by Chad: 1962 Oldsmobile Super 88

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This ’62 Olds somehow has remained intact over the years, despite a fallen tree narrowly missing it.

Barely escaping a crushing defeat from a falling tree, this 1962 Olds Super 88 surprisingly survived a close call! The engine is missing, but this old Oldsmobile is otherwise pretty much complete and even had factory A/C!

View the 7 images of this gallery on the original article

Chad Ehrlich is always dragging cool, old iron in his salvage yard, Nobody Else’s Auto. Be sure to … Read the rest

2023 Carlisle Ford Nationals highlights the Lightning, SVT, Saleen, Coyotes, and more on June 2-4

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Ford anniversaries galore at the 2023 Carlisle Ford Nationals on June 2-4.

Mustangs galore at the Carlisle Ford Nationals
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Carlisle, PA – June 2-4, 2023 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds welcomes back Ford lovers from around the world and this time will highlight the SVT Cobra, Coyote powerplants, the Ford Lightning, an SVT Reunion, the Malaise Era, and a 40th Anniversary of Saleen. These displays will be positioned in various spots, including Building T, Building R, and under tents on the NPD Showfield.

The Snake Comes Out of Hiding in 2023

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Old Cars Reader Wheels: 1924 Ford ‘wicker’ Model T

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A look at a reader’s “wicker” 1924 Ford Model T, truly a sight to behold!

Jacob Kluch is the proud owner of a car that needs to be seen to be believed, a wicker Model T! You definitely won’t see another.

This is what Jacob had to say about his family’s wicker T…

“We call her “The Basket Case,” because she’s covered in wicker. She’s been in our family since 1934, and we have the title, registration, window stickers and

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The AACA Museum will be holding a thought-provoking live webcast titled, ‘Driving While Black’ on February 25th

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Acclaimed historian Gretchen Sorin brings her book, Driving While Black, to the AACA Museum’s Museum Live webcast on February 25th to discuss how the car―the ultimate symbol of independence and possibility―has always held particular importance for African Americans.

Date: February 25
Time: 11 AM EST
Where: Online Only

Hershey, PA – Acclaimed historian Gretchen Sorin brings her book, Driving While Black, to Museum Live. She reveals how the car―the ultimate symbol of independence and possibility―has always held particular importance for … Read the rest