Original owner factory paint '65 Corvette refresh

[67since67]

Not as much preservation as maintenance.

My good friend Brian and I went to the farm Saturday (same farmstead where it resided from new) and picked up My cousin's '65 Corvette that he ordered new. He is no longer able to drive or work on it, our mission is to perform maintenance and address a short list of needs so that his wife and kids can take him for rides.

I have a vivid memory of driving this Vette at age 15, in the spring of 1965 with just over 400 miles on the odometer.

I will update progress. - Bill W

[67since67]

Original window sticker.

This is the only Corvette ever sold by this small town, two man dealership.

[67since67]

By coincidence, my Day2 red '67 Chevelle SS (bought from original owner Oct of '67) was sold from this same dealer.

[dykstra]

Super Cool Bill! Will be following this thread for sure.

[Lynn]

If your cousin needs someone else to store it, I would for free. Would also keep the battery charged, handle routine maintenance and make sure it got regular exercise.

I also have access to LL100, so you know the gas would never go stale.

I can be there with a trailer on Saturday.

What a great car to tool around in.

[TimG]

I hope to see more of this car, Bill. It is a beauty.

[PeteLeathersac]

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Wow car Bill also love the plan to get him out for a few more rides!
Looking forward to updates after cleanup too, what’s the odo reading now?

I took a quick look for Old Lahmann Newspaper Ads but saw nothing special and all plain/simple as below.
Note second Ad is for inventory parts/going out of business 01/69.
:beers:
~ Pete

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[napa68]

What a car!!!!!!!

[Bill Pritchard]

Wow! Evidently, keeping cars a long time runs in your family. Ordered on New Year's Eve of 1964. Love the four digit phone number on the Corvette's sales invoice.

[TimG]

My good friend in Dallas ordered this 1965 on New Years Eve 1964, also. The cars are optioned nearly identical. Ken sold this car to me back in 2004 and I enjoyed it many years. I'm sure the dealers wanted to get these orders in by year end.

[Lynn]

So, in 1965 the standard transmission was a 3 speed.

What was the last year the 3 speed was standard?

[Bill Pritchard]

My guess is 69, but it's only a guess.

EDIT: Well, now it's more of an educated guess.....I got out my 1969 "Chevrolet Sports Department" brochure and it lists the 3 speed as standard in the 69 Corvette. Colvin's book does not list any Corvette engine application for a 3 speed trans for the 1970 model year or beyond.

[napa68]

So, in 1965 the standard transmission was a 3 speed.

What was the last year the 3 speed was standard?

Yes, and it was 67 as I remember it.

[Lynn]

My guess is 69, but it's only a guess.

EDIT: Well, now it's more of an educated guess.....I got out my 1969 "Chevrolet Sports Department" brochure and it lists the 3 speed as standard in the 69 Corvette. Colvin's book does not list any Corvette engine application for a 3 speed trans for the 1970 model year or beyond.

Bill,

I think the engine assembly code would be identical for 3 speed and 4 speed.

[Big Block Bill]

Yes, and it was 67 as I remember it.

I believe 1969 was the last year you could get a 3 speed in a Corvette. A friend of mine, Bob Olson (he was the head Block machinist @ Pro Motor Engineering in Mooresville NC, formerly Motorsport Research) had a 1969 Riverside Gold 300 HP 3 speed, no options (other than an AM/FM radio) Coupe as a daily driver back in the late 1970's. I always gave him Sh** being a professional Racing Engine builder driving a 3 speed Corvette. He got it from his Uncle who purchased it new, He showed me the original paperwork (sales contract and if I remember correctly the window sticker to prove it). But that was a long time ago, and we all know how our memories ar. Bill

[67since67]

If your cousin needs someone else to store it, I would for free.

A line has formed Lynn, and you are not at the front. Sorry!

Thanks for the generous offer though!!

[67since67]

I hope to see more of this car, Bill. It is a beauty.

We may make an effort to have it at the Cedar Rapids regional in '24 Tim.

[MosportGreen66]

You're a real mensch Bill! Can't wait to see more of this project too... especially having enjoyed the work you did on the '67.

[67since67]

Wow! Evidently, keeping cars a long time runs in your family. Ordered on New Year's Eve of 1964. Love the four digit phone number on the Corvette's sales invoice.

Oh..You have no idea Bill... Cousin Paul still has his first car, a '55 150 2 door, purchased in 1958 and done early '60s mild custom. Off the road since 1978, it's in rough shape today. 1946 Willys Jeep my Uncle bought new.

His brother has a '63 Riviera, owned since I believe '64, also a 58 BelAir owned since about 1960, plus original owner of a '77 Vette, and a C6.

And tractors...Between them they have 200 Minneapolis Moline tractors, many have been in the family from new, as far back as 1936. And more, all this stuff is stored indoors. - Bill W

[60sStuff]

Bill,

I love that Maroon Trim!

Looks like the headlights were open (no dust) when last parked.

I have subscribed to this thread.

Thanks, Chris.

[67since67]

Cousin Paul drove this regularly until about 1980, although being a farmer that was not daily. Somewhere in the 80's the line to the rear brakes rusted and he capped off the rear, driving it sparingly with front brakes only, and then rarely.

In 2007 I connected Paul with friend Brian, and Brian lifted the body off to do a driver restoration of the chassis. There was a predictable amount of frame rust at the rear which Brian repaired before powder coating the frame. Engine, trans, diff, trailing arms were rebuilt and brake calipers were sleeved. The body was cleaned and seat covers and carpet replaced. This was completed in 2008. I had limited input on this as I was working 60-80 hours a week at that point in time.

Paul and his wife enjoyed the car for several years, often seen at local cruise nights until health issues got in the way. - Bill W

[67since67]

Bill,

I love that Maroon Trim!

Looks like the headlights were open (no dust) when last parked.

I have subscribed to this thread.

Thanks, Chris.

Sharp eye Chris, yes the headlights were up. Since the motors were rebuilt in '08 they flip properly, and the rebuilt power antenna buzzes up and down also.

The repop seat covers don't do the interior justice, but the maroon is quite striking! We speculated how it would pop in a silver or white car.

[67since67]

My good friend in Dallas ordered this 1965 on New Years Eve 1964, also. The cars are optioned nearly identical. Ken sold this car to me back in 2004 and I enjoyed it many years. I'm sure the dealers wanted to get these orders in by year end.

Interesting Tim, is that both cars were ordered on the same day, your friend's VIN is nearly 3,000 cars earlier.

I do remember that Paul's car was delayed because of availability of the Eaton posi unit, which he eventually allowed to be built without. Note that on the order form there was a $43.05 charge for 3.08 axle although not specifically saying posi, and on the invoice and w/s only charged $2.20 for 3.08 axle ratio.

BUT...your friend's did come through with posi!! Maybe one of the last built with posi before the supply ran out?

[TimG]

So many good stories about these cars and how they were ordered. I remember Ken's '65 arrived in March, two months early, but he was graduating from UM Rolla with an engineering degree, and he couldn't start making payments until May, so he asked the dealership to store it until he graduated. The bank told him to take the car and start making payments when he graduated. You're correct, Bill.

[67since67]

On Saturday after we unloaded the Corvette Brian wasted no time, giving it a wash and moving cars around to get it in his shop. He is taking point on this job, I will assist.
Monday he brought me the speedo and tach panel, the clock, and the AM/FM radio with speaker to send out.
Brian is a C3 guy with two LT-1's but he has a real soft spot for this C2 coupe!

On Tuesday I made contacts with vendors and packaged and shipped out the dash components.

The radio only had AM, It is off to Howard Foulds in NJ.
The speaker had holes, it is off to JV Restoration in CA.

Shout out to Tim S. for recommending Rick's Restoration in MD!

The speedo, tach and clock are going to Rick.
The speedo and tach had been done in '08, but was registering 10% slow and the odo and trip were in-op.
All three vendors promised about 2 week turn-around.

[napa68]

On Saturday after we unloaded the Corvette Brian wasted no time, giving it a wash and moving cars around to get it in his shop. He is taking point on this job, I will assist.
Monday he brought me the speedo and tach panel, the clock, and the AM/FM radio with speaker to send out.
Brian is a C3 guy with two LT-1's but he has a real soft spot for this C2 coupe!

On Tuesday I made contacts with vendors and packaged and shipped out the dash components.

The radio only had AM, It is off to Howard Foulds in NJ.
The speaker had holes, it is off to JV Restoration in CA.

Shout out to Tim S. for recommending Rick's Restoration in MD!

The speedo, tach and clock are going to Rick.
The speedo and tach had been done in '08, but was registering 10% slow and the odo and trip were in-op.
All three vendors promised about 2 week turn-around.

Glad to hear Rick could help you out. He's been a real asset to me:biggthumpup: :biggthumpup:

[67since67]

So many good stories about these cars and how they were ordered. I remember Ken's '65 arrived in March, two months early, but he was graduating from UM Rolla with an engineering degree, and he couldn't start making payments until May, so he asked the dealership to store it until he graduated. The bank told him to take the car and start making payments when he graduated. You're correct, Bill.

Puzzling to me Tim, how two similar Corvettes, both ordered December 31st, built on the same assembly line, both delivered in March, could be 2,871 VIN's apart from each other? :confused2:

Possibly, the VIN was not assigned until the posi availability issue was resolved?? :dunno:

But then, both delivered in March?? Would be interesting to determine the build dates.

[TimG]

The body build date was G10 or 2-10-65. Production date was probably a few days later. Here is the trim tag and POP info. It was picked up on March 11, 1965.

[Copo_Cartel]

Bill. You are the ultimate family member and car custodian. The hobby needs more gentlemen like you.

[olredalert]

----Bill,,,Post a picture of the carpet under the seats. If the cuts are correct, good. If not I can either e-mail you a pic of an original or I could send the carpet to you. I saved an original 65-6 front and have used it dozens of times in the past! The original cut is important for the seat frame to sit correctly!.....Bill S

[60sStuff]

----Bill,,,Post a picture of the carpet under the seats. If the cuts are correct, good. If not I can either e-mail you a pic of an original or I could send the carpet to you. I saved an original 65-6 front and have used it dozens of times in the past! The original cut is important for the seat frame to sit correctly!.....Bill S

Details, Details.

This is what I like when it comes to OEM on 60’s automobiles.

Thanks!

[67since67]

Bill. You are the ultimate family member and car custodian. The hobby needs more gentlemen like you.

Awe shucks...you guys are too kind! :blush:
I'm just an Iowa farm kid with a hard obsession for cars since age 2. And, in the words of Bill S, "Wasting What Little Time I Have Left". - Bill W

[67since67]

----Bill,,,Post a picture of the carpet under the seats. If the cuts are correct, good. If not I can either e-mail you a pic of an original or I could send the carpet to you. I saved an original 65-6 front and have used it dozens of times in the past! The original cut is important for the seat frame to sit correctly!.....Bill S

Bill, the original carpet was used for pattern, sending a pm.

[turbo69bird]

I saw you mentioned 100LL better get what you want quick for those cars first airport already switched to unleaded . Rest won’t be far behind. Just figured I’d give a heads up !

[67since67]

Not much happening until I get parts back. Sudden service from Rick's Restoration on the speedo, tach, and clock!! In his shop three business days!! :shocked: Should be here tomorrow.

Brian got it up on stands and did some cleaning underneath and an assessment of needs, not much. He cleaned and kitted the AFB, the vacuum piston that pulls the choke open was stuck in the open position, same as 15 years ago. Anyone have a fix for that?? (Electric choke is not an option!!) The reverse lock-out has been repaired also.

I have picked up a fresh battery, VR-1 10-30, antifreeze, air filter and some fresh premium non ethanol gas. The 327 was running pretty good but the gas is smelling a little rank so we will give 'er a flush.

Attaching pix of the TT and dash prior to removal. The steering wheel and dash are in awesome condition!! - Bill W

[TimG]

Bill, what a nice trim tag. I like this car.

[60sStuff]

Nice photos Bill, especially that 1967 Safety Checked decal …. love it.

Yes, this Original paint is Checked …. love that also.

[67since67]

Brian and I spent a couple hours assessing overall condition. The fiberglass on this car is almost breathtaking, not a single crack or stress mark anywhere. The wheel lips and underside white glass are perfect! Bonding strips, beautiful!

Original weatherstrips are in great condition. NCRS judges always scrutinize gas doors so I included that.

The original water pump, fuel pump, and one horn were replaced in 2008 but are still with the car. The radiator and expansion tank were replaced at some point, but all other dated parts are verified to still be present. Foil carb tag, Muncie tag, glass including mirrors, all present.

Waiting for dash parts to come back, then we will move forward. - Bill W

[67since67]

----Bill,,,Post a picture of the carpet under the seats. If the cuts are correct, good. If not I can either e-mail you a pic of an original or I could send the carpet to you. I saved an original 65-6 front and have used it dozens of times in the past! The original cut is important for the seat frame to sit correctly!.....Bill S

Bill, I did compare your pix with what Brian did in 2008, virtual match!!
But he, along with most guys in my close circle, is a stickler for detail.

[67since67]

Interesting ink stamps from the speedo/tach housing.

[67since67]

Early on I had mentioned that cousin Paul's brother has a '63 Riviera. He had recently revived it after decades of so-so storage, so today I headed to the old neighborhood. With a fresh carb redo, fresh gas and filters, tires and exhaust it runs pretty good. So, with me behind the wheel we head out for a few miles, uh-oh, ran out of gas! I was able to get off the paved road and shot some pix while cousin Arlin trekked about a mile home for the ATV and some gas.

This is a pretty good 'ol car, virtually no rust, the chrome and trim are very nice, interior is mostly nice, paint is a bit rough. Needs a lot of hours cleaning and detailing! Gorgeous combo of Daytona blue with silver interior!!

Back at the farm did a tour through the maze of MM tractors in four very large pole buildings, 150 in all. Arlin is well known in tractor circles for having the rare and unusual.

[TimG]

That's great Bill. The undercoat guys were using it sparingly that day.........

[60sStuff]

Bill,

This ‘65 Corvette is really a neat car!
Are those seat covers needing an enhancement, especially the LH as they look a little flat?

The ‘63 Riviera is cool also, love that rear seating.

[Crush]

Is that trunk luggage rack factory on the Riv.?

[67since67]

Bill,

Are those seat covers needing an enhancement, especially the LH as they look a little flat?


Yes Chris, the drivers seat could use a bit of attention. Understand that the mission here is to update the mechanicals for my cousin and his family to enjoy trouble free drivability. If Brian or I were to own this car we would be taking it to another level with rebuilt original water and fuel pumps, more advanced paint correction and some work on the seats.

We are not doing this for personal gain, but because we have deep appreciation and respect for this great car. Brian feels that if it was his he would lift the body off again and bring the chassis up to NCRS standards. Great potential!!

We have nailed down 1981 as the year that the fuel line rusted through and the car was parked.

Paul mentioned again the day we picked it up that he always regretted not ordering Fuel Injection, but that was a very expensive option in 1965 dollars for a young man building a farming operation. It occurred to me while checking Brian's work on the shifter (smooth as butter!) that this is the very first Muncie trans that I ever shifted! - Bill W

[67since67]

Is that trunk luggage rack factory on the Riv.?

I really can't answer that?? It appears that it may be? :dunno:

[olredalert]

I wouldn't want to be quoted on this factoid, but I believe that 1963 was the only year a Riviera could have had a leather interior. Seems odd, but as a fan of Riviera's I have never seen leather on any other year. I ordered a 73 Riv Gran Sport in 73 and absolutely would have ordered leather if it was available as I felt that a Riviera should have every available option. A neighbor of my mothers had the very 1st Riv I ever saw and it was silver with a silver leather interior. As a 16 year old kid I never got over that beauty!.....Bill S

[67since67]

Update...
Brian and I had a busy afternoon. The speedo and Tach were very quick turn around. The speaker came back last week but still waiting on the radio.

Assembled the dash cluster and installed. If you've done R&R on a C2 cluster you know it takes a bit of patience. Changed the oil and filter, flush and fill the coolant and replaced the battery. Brian had previously refreshed the carb, Fired it up and checked operations, all good except the turn signals flashed a few times and quit?? Traced to a failed TS flasher that blew the fuse?? Hadn't seen that before, glad it happened now.

All done 'till the radio comes back, may do some mild paint correction in the meantime. - Bill W

[dykstra]

Looking great Bill!!!

[napa68]

I just love the colors and the story!!

[RPOLS3]

Hey Bill - any updates? Needing our fix on cool preservation threads......:beers:

[67since67]

Hey Bill - any updates? Needing our fix on cool preservation threads......:beers:

Not much to report Jake. Last week HF promised to return the radio soon so not much to do now. Sunday I took it for a shake down run, everything ran out great, solid 180 degrees on a 90 degree day, all good! Body is amazingly tight for having been off the frame.

Brian broke out the clay bar and fine compound on a fender with spectacular results, more on that to come. - Bill W

[67since67]

Oxidized paint!

[napa68]

Brian broke out the clay bar and fine compound on a fender with spectacular results, more on that to come. - Bill W

That's what I love about lacquer!!!

[67since67]

I shot a nice video on the road, but don't know how to post?? Note original keys in ignition! Air cleaner lid is nice!!

[67since67]

We got on the paint yesterday. It was suffering from oxidation along with spots and stains from various contaminants.

By the time I got there Brian had been over it with the clay bar and was on it with the 5" buffer. I followed up with the sealer and wax and cleaning the gaps.
Results are rather dramatic! Next up, bumpers, wheel covers, tires and glass.

Still waiting on the radio :confused2: Need it back for a special event in August. - Bill W

[dykstra]

WOW!! Looks fantastic Bill!!

[olredalert]

----Bill,,, I have an NOS original US Royal spare that would be great on this 66. Never down and in perfect condition. Black paint still in the mounting holes.....Bill S

[67since67]

Sunday was a good day! Break-Away Days incorporates a car show into a weekend celebration in Denver Iowa (population less than 2,000) where the Corvette, and coincidently my own, owned since '67, Chevelle were sold new. Brian and I were there at 7:00 am to get prime spots at the entrance to the food court and beer stand.

Cousin Paul was not made aware of this until his wife Yvonne brought him to be reunited. You can see Brian listening to some great memories shared by Paul. A reporter from the local paper came for an interview to be published soon.

Stories were told of trips to Southern CA, Texas, Oregon, Washington DC, and a nervous night in NYC with the Vette parked in an open hotel lot in Manhattan.

Also told again how Paul had intended to order it with Fuel Injection, but the dealer balked, saying he wouldn't be able to work on it.

We are planning on an appearance at the NCRS Regional in Cedar Rapids IA in May '24. - Bill W

[67since67]

Before leaving town I got pix of the 'ol hot rod in front of the former Lahmann dealership building where it was delivered new, bears no resemblance today. Chevrolet and Minneapolis Moline tractors sold out of the same building.

The last time the Chevelle had been in Denver was May of 1977, on a tow bar, with no engine, retrieving it from the farm after a five year slumber in Dad's garage.

[dykstra]

So AWESOME!!! Great pics Bill!!

[TimG]

What great pictures, Bill. I wonder if the dealer didn't want to work on the fuelie if it was ordered? I hope to see the Corvette someday.

[napa68]

Both cars look great Bill!

[olredalert]

----Ditto to the above comments, Bill. You really brought this 65 back!....Bill S

[Bill Pritchard]

I'll bet Cousin Paul was one happy camper!

[dykstra]

----Ditto to the above comments, Bill. You really brought this 66 back!....Bill S

65. Must be the IPA’s Bill.LOL

[olredalert]

65. Must be the IPA’s Bill.LOL

----Corrected! Dave,,,You know I have the 66 year imprinted on my brain.....Bill S

[Steve Shauger]

Bill W. thanks for sharing your revitalizing this corvette and the show gathering with both cars! I'm sure your bother was blown away!!!! Well done...

[67since67]

What great pictures, Bill. I wonder if the dealer didn't want to work on the fuelie if it was ordered? I hope to see the Corvette someday.

That's it exactly Tim, between the $500 cost and the dealer (two man shop for cars, trucks, and tractors) not wanting to work on it he talked him out of it.

You CAN see it, next May, at the Cedar Rapids Regional. Direct flights from DFW to Eastern IA airport five minutes away. Or, come visit and I'll make it happen. - Bill W

[TimG]

That sounds great, Bill.

[67since67]

Here are some more cool docs from the owner's folder, especially the letter signed by Bunkie Knudsen!

[dykstra]

Very cool Bill!!

[dykstra]

I see your cousin lived in Waverly. I forget there are towns in Iowa north of Waterloo!LOL

[TimG]

How many original owner 65's still have the owners card with them? That's amazing.

[napa68]

How many original owner 65's still have the owners card with them? That's amazing.

No kidding!!!

[67since67]

NCRS Regional, Cedar Rapids IA, judging tomorrow!

[dykstra]

Good luck Bill! We will be thinking of y’all.

[olredalert]

----Pics needed!....Bill S

[ls6owner]

Good luck Bill. I`m sure the car will do well!
Oliver

[Lynn]

I love this car.

[67since67]

Busy day today! Operation check began at 6:45 am, breezed right through with 100% score. Judge teams ganged up on it and finished up mid-day.
I didn't keep count of scoring for the other categories, definitely some areas that could be improved upon, we'll find out at the banquet Saturday evening.

Cousin Paul arrived in time for some of the judging. All the judges, the Chapter Judging Chairman, the Regional Director and many others came by, and spent time with him congratulating on 59 years of ownership.

[Steve Shauger]

Bill congratulation to you and all involved in refreshing the car. Cousin Paul must have been overwhelmed with all the attention surrounding him and his car. Ownership for 59 years.... just amazing. Bill, well done for making this happen!

[muscle_collector]

love the color combo and thanks for sharing the story with us.

curious as the 3:08 was optional ratio, what was the default ratio? and what made him want the 3:08

[olredalert]

----Boy, did this 65 turn out nice!!!....Bill S

[67since67]

We took the '65 back to the farm Sunday, where it has lived since new. Grabbed some pix of a proud owner and his prized Corvette.

Took Paul for a several mile ride. It was like I was age 15 again, when Paul put me behind the wheel of his new '65 Corvette with 400 miles on it. 59 years ago and I remember that drive like it was last week....

[67since67]

Got emotional and forgot to attach the pic....

[dykstra]

Such a cool car and great story. This is what this addiction, I mean hobby is all about!

[67since67]

love the color combo and thanks for sharing the story with us.

curious as the 3:08 was optional ratio, what was the default ratio? and what made him want the 3:08

Thank you all for the kind words!!

The default ratio was 3.36. Paul foresaw road trips and there were multiple trips to CA and TX to visit family along with others around the country in the 60's and 70's.
He recently related to me parking it overnight while visit Manhattan with concern it would be there in the morning. - Bill W

[RPOLS3]

Great story Bill - any more pictures of the finished product?

[SBR]

It was really neat to see this car in person at the Iowa NCRS regional meet. Lots of great cars and people!

[67since67]

It was really neat to see this car in person at the Iowa NCRS regional meet. Lots of great cars and people!

SBR, did you have a '67 at the event, and did we have conversation?

[SBR]

SBR, did you have a '67 at the event, and did we have conversation?

Yes we did, it was great to visit with you and to see your car again. I did have a car there, it was the red on red 67 435 convertible.

[67since67]

Yes we did, it was great to visit with you and to see your car again. I did have a car there, it was the red on red 67 435 convertible.

Yes, I was pretty sure that was you! This is the best pic I have of your fine red '67 in the background, but it deserves sharing here!!

It was great to meet up with old friends...and make some new friends too!!

[67since67]

Great story Bill - any more pictures of the finished product?

Thank you Jake!! I must say that your family has set the bar in the stratosphere of family car stores!!

Here's a few more, including Paul and Yvonne, also the interior and chassis judging teams at work. Did I mention that the operations judging scored 100%?

When this car was new it was the "Grocery Getter", they were just cars...
A week before the wedding (February) Yvonne slid off a snow covered road into the ditch. A neighbor came by and found a crying Yvonne, sure that Paul would not marry her after wrecking his Corvette.
Well..it was a soft landing into a snow bank, no harm done, and a happy ending!

By coincidence, of the four '65's presented for judging, all were 300 HP. The was a '65 Fuelie coupe maroon/white interior Duntov Award winner displayed also. Seventy Corvettes in attendance, a great turn out for sure! Long distance award was from Massachusetts.

Bill W

[TimG]

Wow, amazing.

[67since67]

Today we laid cousin Paul to rest, after losing his battle with multiple health issues, at age 83.

I had the privilege and honor of leading the procession with the Corvette for the ten miles from the church to the cemetery with Brian riding shot gun. I was reminded how sweet this car runs and drives.
For now it will remain in the garage at the farm until it is decided who will carry on the legacy of this family heirloom.

A side note, at the Cedar Rapids Regional the Corvette missed Top Flight by 7/10s (seven tenths) of a point! Of course the wheels were turning, Reinstall the original water pump, power antenna, and plug wires, shocks, proper tires....

Attached is a pic that my cousin in CA recently sent me, taken while Paul and his brother Arlin were visiting family in Pasadena in the late 60's. Note the Safety Checked decal on the lower left of the windshield that remains on the car today.

Bill W

[69M22Z]

Bill, very sorry for the loss of your cousin Paul. You did a great job getting the car going and scoring so well at a regional NCRS meet. Really enjoyed following along with this thread. Tom

[dykstra]

So sorry to hear this Bill. Godspeed Paul.

[60sStuff]

Hi Bill,

I’m so sorry for the loss of your cousin Paul.
I’m sure he enjoyed experiencing that recent clean and sort of his ‘65 coupe that you orchestrated.

I think I see the antenna up high behind someone’s left shoulder in that classic photo.

PS, I just love that maroon interior in this car.

Regards, Chris.

[Steve Shauger]

Bill you made him proud and put a smile on his face. He was very proud of his car and he felt like a celebrity at that event! Well done, Bill... May he RIP.

[TimG]

Bill, I'm sorry for the loss of your cousin, Paul. I'm sure the car will stay in good hands with your family.

[67since67]

Bill you made him proud and put a smile on his face. He was very proud of his car and he felt like a celebrity at that event! Well done, Bill... May he RIP.

Thank you Steve.

Less than four months ago Paul found the strength to be at that event and it did bring him much happiness, that is my reward. I must give Brian B credit for his major efforts to make this all happen.

Thank you to all! - Bill W

[RPOLS3]

Very sorry to hear about Paul. Please accept our condolences.

[MosportGreen66]

Hi Bill,

Sending our condolences on your cousin's passing! So sorry I missed this. Continue to take good care.

Dan

[ls6owner]

Morning Bill,
Very sorry to hear about your cousin's passing. Please accept our condolences.
Take care,
Oliver

[SBR]

Bill, I am sorry to hear about your cousins passing. Please accept our condolences.