Any vintage car guys here?

[kshansen]

Well, maybe to make up for the anemic AMC, the '62 Ford was a 406 Tri-power?!!

Had to check forgot the displacement, it was a 352. As I recall it must have used a good bit of it's horse power to run the fuel pump! As I recall it got horrible gas mileage and not much power to the rear wheels!

I actually think the little six cylinder Javelin had more get up and go and much better mileage!

 

[Wagner73]

Had to check forgot the displacement, it was a 352. As I recall it must have used a good bit of it's horse power to run the fuel pump! As I recall it got horrible gas mileage and not much power to the rear wheels!

I actually think the little six cylinder Javelin had more get up and go and much better mileage!

I dunno...a guy I knew in HS had a '65 Galaxie with a 352 and it was pretty stout!

 

[Pat D]

I know none of the following would be on the most wanted list but just on the chance someone is looking for an owners manual I have the following manuals:
1950 Buick Owner's Manual
1960 Dodge Operating and Maintenance Guide
1962 Ford Registered Owner's Manual (Galaxie Galaxie 500 and Station Wagons)
1964 Rambler American Owner's Manual
1968 AMX and Javelin Owner's Manual
1982 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual

If anyone wants one or more price very reasonable, basically pay for shipping and a few dollars for gas money to Post Office and back home, maybe ten miles!

Yes I did own all of them at one time or the other, well dad did own the Javelin but I did drive it a lot. It had the little 6 cylinder with an automatic!

Having owned both a '62 Rambler and a '70 AMX, your 232 Javelin probably fell right between as far as power ...

 

[Kevin Werner]

Had to check forgot the displacement, it was a 352. As I recall it must have used a good bit of it's horse power to run the fuel pump! As I recall it got horrible gas mileage and not much power to the rear wheels!

I actually think the little six cylinder Javelin had more get up and go and much better mileage!

406cu. in. was a two year displacement aimed at NASCAR IIRC. Morphed into 427 cu. in. I remember seeing only one in my lifetime and it was a 3x2 version in an early sixties La Dawri fiberglass kit car.

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The Ford 406 engine, introduced in 1962, was a significant step in Ford's performance history, known for its power and racing pedigree, but it was short-lived, lasting only until 1963.

Introduction and Specifications​

The Ford 406 cubic-inch V8 was launched in January 1962 as part of Ford's push into high-performance engines. It was essentially a bored-out version of the existing 390 V8, featuring a larger bore of 4.13 inches and a stroke of 3.78 inches, resulting in a displacement of 405.7 cubic inches, rounded to 406 for marketing purposes.
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The 406 was engineered for both NASCAR and drag racing, marking the beginning of Ford's Total Performance era. It featured several enhancements over the 390, including:

• Revised cylinder heads with larger exhaust valves and improved compression chambers.
• A compression ratio that was nominally quoted at 10.9:1 but was actually closer to 11.5:1.
• Beefier connecting rods and new pistons designed for high performance.
  
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Performance and Applications​

The 406 was available in two configurations: one with a single four-barrel Holley carburetor, rated at 385 horsepower, and another with three two-barrel carburetors, producing 405 horsepower at 5,800 rpm. It was offered in various Ford and Mercury full-size models, excluding station wagons, and was known for its performance capabilities, requiring super premium gasoline and regular valve adjustments.
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Legacy and Conclusion​

Despite its impressive specifications and performance, the 406 engine had a brief production run, being replaced in early 1963 by the more powerful 427 V8, which offered even greater performance. The 406 engine is now considered a collector's item and holds nostalgic value among automotive enthusiasts, particularly for its role in the early days of Ford's performance vehicles and racing history.
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In summary, the Ford 406 engine, while short-lived, played a crucial role in establishing Ford's reputation in the performance automotive market and laid the groundwork for future high-performance engines. Its legacy continues to be celebrated by car enthusiasts and collectors today.

 

[Jan_P]

Out last Night --- Jaw dropping status on some cars No Motorcycles this time
Perfect weather increased temperature 15 - 20 C within 3 weeks

Strictly not an exhibition just a Thursday night gathering Hot dogs ... Rockabilly Music ... Ice cream. Socializing
Wrecks can come.

Talked to a Buick Owner he said if you like You can go every weekday to some spot within
a 100 km Distance this time of year. This is one of the better ones as far as I know but I am not really in that crowd
Even though I know some.
But some cars are Exhibition status . Not many Convertibles here back in the day Because of the winter .So they are imported

Talked to Buick owner about gasoline Prices .. He was not so Troubled about it We dont drive that long distances so other cost can be of more concern.

Note the Fox tail in the Radio antenna On the Pontiac GTO a 69 according to owner .Has been around seen since back in the day since 50 ies

Beautiful car mint ..better in real than on the picture Large motor which was sought after back in the day Pontiac's was Popular.
These are expensive cars here these days. No longer Teenagers Projects. Forget about that.
Big Motor / Convertible / Mint Condition .People are willing to pay for that . Should it be sold.


A fox tail in the antenna is a classic accessory and a well-known symbol in car and raggare culture. It had its big impact in the 1950s and has been an iconic detail ever since:

2 Chevrolet's as fine as they will get / can be a Cream and a White

A 57 Chevrolet Turquoise .When owner backed in one could hear the engine was Souped up .It was a later 60 ies motor inside .But owner did not know the Particulars
He had bought it 2 years Ago.

 

[motormike]

.... here in the Land of 10000 Taxes ( Minnesota ) there are car shows every evening.... over the recent holiday there must have been 50 0r more to chose from .... I attended one... 524 cars registered.... I got this 59' Studebaker Lark a few weeks ago.... factory V8, auto. next month " Back to the 50's " state fairgrounds......over 10000 cars 1964 and older.. they went with that year to keep the one million Mustangs out....

 

[Raymond]

Note the Fox tail in the Radio antenna On the Pontiac GTO a 69 according to owner .Has been around seen since back in the day since 50 ies

I've heard of that old fashion and never thought too much about it's origins, meaning & significance. Anybody?
Spose it might relate to showing the world foxy lady drivin? Or male equivalent, if there is one?

But thank you Jan, not just some superb photos but your descriptions of each and the background to the scene in Sweden was a real education.

 

[Wagner73]

.... here in the Land of 10000 Taxes ( Minnesota ) there are car shows every evening.... over the recent holiday there must have been 50 0r more to chose from .... I attended one... 524 cars registered.... I got this 59' Studebaker Lark a few weeks ago.... factory V8, auto. next month " Back to the 50's " state fairgrounds......over 10000 cars 1964 and older.. they went with that year to keep the one million Mustangs out....

Very nice Lark!! 259 or 289?

 

[Jan_P]

I've heard of that old fashion and never thought too much about it's origins, meaning & significance. Anybody?
Spose it might relate to showing the world foxy lady drivin? Or male equivalent, if there is one?

But thank you Jan, not just some superb photos but your descriptions of each and the background to the scene in Sweden was a real education.

I never heard it myself but according to AI it is

Traditionally, it symbolized that the driver was single and looking for company, or that they wanted to show off an easygoing and rebellious attitude. The trend originated from the 1950s "hot rod" scene. Today, it is mainly used as a nostalgic and decorative detail to give the vehicle a personal touch

But most people as far as I know 60 ies 70 ies had it as a marker for Troublemaker.
Younger People Beater cars Lot of Alcohol
Rabble Rouser. Nobody else had a fox tail

The Pontiac Owner was a Senior with the wife and Western hat

 

[gggGary]

Great pics, that's where all our old classics went eh? Love the 61 Chevy "Butterfly Coupe"

I'm sure it offered great roll over protection.....
Pounded a convertible version of that car into dirt as a teenager.
Figuratively AND literally. That thing would NOSE DIVE coming off jumps.

 

[TX650A Van Islander]

I love that white I'm guessing '61 Impala. Chevies back then had the most beautiful roof lines. Shades of my old '63 Corvair Monza coupe.

 

[Pat D]

That 2 tone Buick in the 2nd and 3rd pic-it looks a lot like my great-Grandfathers '62 Buick Lesabre, but there is something going on around the headlights that I can't reconcile, the car in the pic seems to have points on the fenders outboard of the headlights. And an extra "porthole". Great Grandpa's car was a true survivor, 65k original miles and damn clean. Unfortunately we sold it in 2019 due to lack of room, but I know where it went and may try to get it back some day.

 

[Wagner73]

That 2 tone Buick in the 2nd and 3rd pic-it looks a lot like my great-Grandfathers '62 Buick Lesabre, but there is something going on around the headlights that I can't reconcile, the car in the pic seems to have points on the fenders outboard of the headlights. And an extra "porthole".

Your great-grandfather's car sounds awesome. I have an older friend that has his father's Buick, a 63 LeSabre that he restored. The uniqueness of those cars was amazing e.g. color-keyed pedal pads!

I think the car in the photo is a 1960 or 61 Buick Invicta. And I think the 4th porthole was a popular custom touch.

 

[Jan_P]

Your great-grandfather's car sounds awesome. I have an older friend that has his father's Buick, a 63 LeSabre that he restored. The uniqueness of those cars was amazing e.g. color-keyed pedal pads!

I think the car in the photo is a 1960 or 61 Buick Invicta. And I think the 4th porthole was a popular custom touch.

I talked to the man Nice Guy .But I don't remember the name Invicta was mentioned ..ever in my life
I recall he said it being a Large 400 cu in motor and other Buick names was mentioned That I have heard before.
But I would not be surprised if it is an Invicta in the US and sold as a Lesabre here .

Importing a car and selling it requires approval. Safety inspections and so paperwork .
.And having multiple names as Invicta and Lesabre
Can create need for 2 approvals instead of one.

It used to be so A car had to get a type approval .If such don't exist via dealer .. You need to pay and arrange for that Yourself.
What happened at times was that a person imported a car that never was sold here and did not have such approval.
Get into expensive problems

The bureaucrat sees another name all off a sudden Invicta .Then the Problems can be a fact.
Back in the day they were " Gestapo "
Much smarter call all Buick's fex Le sabre .but with different specs. few hundred cars sold everyone is happy.

 

[gggGary]

At the vintage truck show today.






















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Belongs to my neighbor.

 

[Wagner73]

I talked to the man Nice Guy .But I don't remember the name Invicta was mentioned ..ever in my life
I recall he said it being a Large 400 cu in motor and other Buick names was mentioned That I have heard before.
But I would not be surprised if it is an Invicta in the US and sold as a Lesabre here .

Importing a car and selling it requires approval. Safety inspections and so paperwork .
.And having multiple names as Invicta and Lesabre
Can create need for 2 approvals instead of one.

I used to be so A car had to get a type approval .If such don't exist via dealer .. You need to pay and arrange for that Yourself.
What happened at times was that a person imported a car that never was sold here and did not have such approval.
Get into expensive problems

The bureaucrat sees another name all off a sudden Invicta .Then the Problems can be a fact.
Back in the day they were " Gestapo "
Much smarter call all Buick's fex Le sabre .but with different specs. few hundred cars sold everyone is happy.

Invicta - LeSabre... could be. Although both were sold at various times in the US.

Engine would be a 401 "Nailhead", and the 445 designation came from the gross torque rating..."445 Wildcat".

 

[Wagner73]

At the vintage truck show today.

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Lovely old extended wheelbase cabover! Freightliner? And no doubt with a 2-cycle Detroit, likely 8V92 or maybe even 12V71?! The sound these made was awesome and now mostly long gone.

 

[Pat D]

Lovely old extended wheelbase cabover! Freightliner? And no doubt with a 2-cycle Detroit, likely 8V92 or maybe even 12V71?! The sound these made was awesome and now mostly long gone.

GM/Detroit diesel- the most efficient way known to man for converting diesel fuel into noise!

 

[Pat D]

It was a little chilly to take the bike to Cars & Coffee this morning, so the '63 Cutlass drew the assignment. I generally only document the "interesting" stuff.

 

[jetmechmarty]

At the vintage truck show today.
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Belongs to my neighbor.

I’m a fool for a 1966 Thunderbird. I used to have them around like XS650s now.