So I'm new to the site, just paid my dues.
(I also accidentally posted this message in the wrong year category - so here it is in the correct "Flair Bird" area).
I am the proud owner of my grandfather's 1965 wimbeldon white hardtop Tbird.
My grandfather, "Pop" was the original owner and the sole drive until his death in 1999 (he never let anyone - even mechanics - drive it!)
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My father had the car from 1999 through the end of last year (2012) [he only drove it twice]. I received the car this past December, 2012.
I am the third owner and only the third driver in the car's 48 years! This is also why it is in such great condition and shape..., no one has ever abused her.
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This car is a family member. It has been at so many family events and moments in my family's past and history it is treated as a cherished family jewel. I was even raced in the back seat of this car (going to the hospital) to be born back in 1973! That's how close this car is to me.
It is in original condition/paint, has 350k+ miles! (although the engine being rebuilt back in the 1980's) and has the original black/yellow California plates.
This site is awesome, and I hope to contribute more now as a member.
Car Status: She is now rolling again (after 3 months in the garage!)
I just got her stitched back together after doing all the following:
New starter & solenoid
Front suspension complete overhaul
New brake booster and master cylinder
Steering Column/Shift Column complete overhaul
+ standard fluid/lube/filter preventative maintenance
(if you have any questions on these topics, they are still fresh in my memory, so ask away...)
You can now see her cruising occasionally at the Escondido (CA) Friday night "Cruisn' Grand" events (5pm-9pm, Fridays, April thru September). I took her last week and it was a blast!