Paul's Early Model Car Collection: Classic Restos - Series 55
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- čas přidán 23. 05. 2024
- Before we visit Paul's early model car collection, Fletch, who has imported several cars, shares some insights into the process. He admits that importing a vehicle can be quite daunting and stressful. He says West Coast Shipping, a company he has used, is well-versed in all the requirements for importing cars and makes it as simple as possible. Interestingly, the timeframe for a San Francisco to Melbourne transit can be completed in around 30-45 days, considering customs and shipping times. West Coast Shipping operates in three US locations: San Francisco, New Jersey and Florida. Fletch recommends Dazmac logistics in Sydney for the final delivery leg in Australia.
Paul, our feature enthusiast in this week's episode, is retired and a member of the Queanbeyan Car Club. He has a real passion for cars, particularly those from the early '30s. To say, he has a few projects on the go is an understatement, but he knows what stage every car is at and what needs to be done. His primary aim is to get the cars running and to keep them as close to the original as possible. Sometimes, it takes several vehicles to restore one, but his objective is to save these vehicles from being scrapped because, as he says, ‘you can't get them back once they are gone’.
His collection includes a '37 Dodge Coupe 2 door, a '35 Ford, two '36 Ford models, a '37 Ford Y Series, and a '52 Ford Customline. He also has a '36 Ford Coupe Ute and an older AR Model Ford. There are bikes, too, a 2009 Honda Shadow and a '55 AJS 500. Paul’s grandson, Liam, is following in his grandfather's footsteps. Liam loves working with his grandfather and says he has learnt a lot along the way.
Fletch's visit to Paul's collection and seeing his '37 Dodge has stirred up memories of the Portland Classic, particularly of Craig and his father's '39 Pontiac, featured on a previous episode of Classic Restos. Sadly, Craig's father, Ray, who featured prominently in the episode, has since passed away.
Fletch reflects on how, after one of the Portland Classics, he stayed on to help Craig get Ray's '38 Pontiac running. These are great memories and a tribute to Ray, a fine gentleman. The treasured '38 Pontiac remains in the loving care of Craig, brother Daryl, and their families.
G'day Fletch,
This is one of those episodes where the back story interesting than the car itself
Love your work Fletch!
Fantastic episode Fletch. Very interesting to get updates on older shows. I don’t agree with someone’s comment that your show is only about plugging advertisements. I’m glad you do because when I think about selling my VF II SSV, I just another one of your shows and when the Holden ad comes on and you say, ‘ From the first to the final’ I come to my senses and think there is no way I’m selling my VF. Love your show.
Plenty of amazing stuff hidden in sheds Fletch, great work from you finding it all👍
Another great episode, thanks.
Really enjoyed the story on Ray’s car and his life. Very interesting. Also enjoyed the shipping segment on importing and exporting cars. Found that very helpful and interesting. Keep up the good work, Fletch.
Thank you Fletch et al. The last segment was pretty special. Cheers from NZ🇳🇿.
Interesting about the import process Fletch. Great vid as usual mate. Aussie Graham.
Those are very nice old cars, The owner takes good care of them.🙂🇺🇲
Great episode! Hopefully more cars like these are featured in future and also great to see that Pontiac on the road again!
Did you know that you can also insure your non classic car with Shannon’s as well I’m 13 years old and when I get my license and get my first car which will hopefully be a au falcon I’m gonna insure that with Shannon’s and all the cars I will own in the futura I will hopefully insure with Shannon’s hi fletch
Ah ok…so this is not about classic restoration any more. It’s just a platform to plug advertisements. Bye
Got to meet fletch about 20 years ago a true gentleman good health to you and your family another extremely interesting video cheers Stephen from QLD Cobbas 🤠🐨🦘🐎🍀