Thanks to everyone for helping me resolve all my issues with my 1959 hardtop. I've learned so much from the people here! I decided that since I can't do any of the work myself I would sell my 59 to someone who is more handy. Which I did! The car is now on its way to England to be perfected by someone more handy than I! I will miss this car.
Simultaneously, my love for the Tbirds are strong, so I had been working on finding a replacement. The money I made selling my hardtop, with a whole bunch of money on top of that, has allowed me to buy another bird. And I'm gonna have a whole new slew of questions on this one, but feel more capable of dealing with whatever arises through my experience with the last one.
I found myself a custom 1960 convertible, custom painted Indian Turquoise (color only offered in 1959). Has a 1959 front grill I prefer to the 60, but the 1960 tail I love. You'll notice that all trim has been removed. I plan on adding trim and emblems most likely. Also, the door handles (inside and outside) are gone. The car opens electronically using key fob. Has a pin hole where lock usually is so it can be opened with a wire if the battery dies. The curve on the door redesigned a bit more forward than usual. It's different, and purists may not like it. C6 transmission, electronic starter. Adjustable air suspension. Would like to know what people think.
Will be creating some future posts seeking advice on some of its quirks.
Simultaneously, my love for the Tbirds are strong, so I had been working on finding a replacement. The money I made selling my hardtop, with a whole bunch of money on top of that, has allowed me to buy another bird. And I'm gonna have a whole new slew of questions on this one, but feel more capable of dealing with whatever arises through my experience with the last one.
I found myself a custom 1960 convertible, custom painted Indian Turquoise (color only offered in 1959). Has a 1959 front grill I prefer to the 60, but the 1960 tail I love. You'll notice that all trim has been removed. I plan on adding trim and emblems most likely. Also, the door handles (inside and outside) are gone. The car opens electronically using key fob. Has a pin hole where lock usually is so it can be opened with a wire if the battery dies. The curve on the door redesigned a bit more forward than usual. It's different, and purists may not like it. C6 transmission, electronic starter. Adjustable air suspension. Would like to know what people think.
Will be creating some future posts seeking advice on some of its quirks.
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