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Projects my craigslist find.

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by Martin_F, Feb 26, 2012.

  1. I feel like the happiest guy on the planet right now.
    Found this on craigslist last week and picked it up yesterday.

    1956 Oldsmobile Holiday Sedan:
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    On the way home:
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    Rocket in the sky:
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    Old(s) and New:
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    Need a bigger garage now:
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    Happiest guy on the planet:
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    I'd like to thank John (hrm2k) for all your help, and it was nice meeting you again yesterday.

    Martin
     
    Last edited: Feb 26, 2012
  2. Ebbsspeed
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  3. pug man
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    Dude......that thing is sweeeeeetttttttt. Congrads on a nice find.....
     
  4. Bar Ditch
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    Bar Ditch
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    You lucky dog, that is a fantastic looking car. Have fun!
     

  5. SKULL ORCHARD
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    SKULL ORCHARD
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    1. The Gas House Gang

    A garage full of nice tin!
     
  6. damagedduck
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    cool score! looks like it needs some quarter panel work. but still cool--now wipe that silly grin off your face!:D
     
  7. rrthiv
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    Nice car,a '56 is on my wish list...
     
  8. six pack to go
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  9. Midwest Rodder
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    Very cool car, congrats!
     
  10. 60 ford
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  11. Cliff Ramsdell
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    That's a nice looking ride. Looks great parked next to the truck.

    Enjoy,
    Cliff Ramsdell
     
  12. Mr48chev
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    Sweet, you are now voted the designated driver for your club the bunch you hang with. That car will haul six people in total comfort and look fantastic doing it.
     
  13. Class in black !
     
  14. racinman
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  15. Don's Hot Rods
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    You should be happy, that car is nice ! What a comfortable cruiser too. :)


    Don
     
  16. Hot_Rod_Joe
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    Nice - that compliments your rod well!

    HRJ
     
  17. zoomma
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    Nice find. Looks pretty clean.
     
  18. I guess the Shoe Box is OUT!!!! Nicely done

    Jay
     
  19. Retro Jim
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    Damn sweet ride . My Dad had a 56 Olds Rocket 88 when I was about 10 years old . Loved that car and it was fast !
    Anytime you buy something on C/L and can drive it home is a GREAT BUY !
    So what are your plans ?

    Retro Jim
     
  20. skoh73
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    I love those cars and they have one of the best dashes ever.
     
  21. Thanks a lot guys!

    Well, that's why I got the hardtop. Once the windows are down, you don't need any A/C ;)

    My wife loves the car!
    She already started polishing the chrome today. And I didn't even ask for it :eek:

    YES!

    Just want to make it a reliable daily!
    Update carb, brakes...
    Fix the quarter and maybe flake the roof?
     
  22. It's got the original 324 in it. Love it.
    It needs some work though.

    But this thing is getting 15 MPGs so I'd rather have it in my daily I think.
    We'll see, I'm still not able to think straight...
     
    Last edited: Feb 26, 2012
  23. 61 Tx Cat
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    Very nice ride.
     
  24. IFABSTUFF
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  25. Sheep Dip
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    Nice score...better watch out Mama will make a "Grocery Getter" out of that beauty, and leave you at home with the little ones.
     
  26. SuddenDeath
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    from Florida

    Man, that thing is awesome...in black..great find!
     
  27. Sweet. enjoy it!
     
  28. LWT
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    LWT
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    from Va.

  29. redlinetoys
    Joined: May 18, 2004
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    redlinetoys
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    from Midwest

    Super ride! Great pics. Love it, enjoy it!
     

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