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“The Voice” & His Vehicles

“The Voice” & His Vehicles

Frank Sinatra was called “The Voice” from early in his career.   He was heard on his first recording with the Harry James Band singing “All Or Nothing At All” which sold about 8,000 copies that year, later to sell millions as he became better known. As he became famous with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, we have few hints on his growing interest in classy cars. He and his wife Nancy…

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Added by Mike Thies on February 14, 2014 at 0:33 — No Comments

This Twin Buick was built in Kent Fuller's Shop in 1959 in Sherman Oaks, CA -Courtesy of Standard 1320 Drag Racing

The Twin Buick was built in Kent Fuller's Shop in 1959
on Woodman Avenue in Sherman Oaks, CA

Construction begins in the Summer of 1959 in Kent Fuller's Chassis Shop…
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Added by Mike Thies on May 21, 2013 at 8:15 — No Comments

Celebrate 30 Years of the Hollywood Hit "Christine" at Carlisle by Mike Garland

            

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                              MEDIA CONTACT (not for publication)

May 2013                                                                                              Michael Garland (717) 243-7855 ext.…

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Added by Mike Thies on May 16, 2013 at 10:51 — No Comments

HOT RODDERS OF TOMORROW FEATURED AT NASCAR PREVIEW 2013!

HOT RODDERS OF TOMORROW FEATURED AT NASCAR PREVIEW 2013!

   Wow!  NASCAR is adding a February (8 thru 10) weekend to their schedule this year called “NASCAR Preview 2013”.   It offers fans a unique experience into NASCAR that they might not be able to get at the track each week. Fans will meet their favorite drivers, get autographs, take photos of team cars and see the Hot Rodders Of Tomorrow in the 2013 “NASCAR Preview Showdown”!…

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Added by Mike Thies on February 12, 2013 at 0:33 — No Comments

What Does A Car Show Judge Look For?

          There are a number of organizations that train folk to be judges at car and motorcycle events.  Many people wonder and yet not everyone is always fully aware of what they are looking for.  It can be fairly daunting for a newcomer.  There are different categories have different criteria about what is expected for each car.  You are never going to please all of…

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Added by Mike Thies on January 29, 2012 at 14:30 — No Comments

3 Different Methods for Boosting Vehicular Fuel Efficiency

3 Different Methods for Boosting Vehicular Fuel Efficiency

Method #1 – Aerodynamics

One of the best ways to increase the fuel efficiency of your vehicle is to make your car more aerodynamic.  Up against strong wind resistance, many cars are slowed down tremendously, particularly vehicles with boxier shapes and exterior designs.  By creating a more streamlined flow for air, the engine…

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Added by Mike Thies on November 11, 2011 at 17:00 — No Comments

I REALLY WISH I HAD KEPT THIS CAR!

It seems to me I wrote about this car before, but I cannot locate the story, so here goes:  MGBs were notoriously unreliable and the used roadsters I owned were no real exceptions.  I had several and some were actually just parts cars. The one that was the exception was a 1967 green MGB GT Special.  This car was given one of the 1000 dealer promotional packages. I…

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Added by Mike Thies on July 22, 2011 at 16:30 — 1 Comment

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