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bright
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P1900 Car 67: Cult of Personality

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This is in the NY Times

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Personally, I think he's gone over the top. But these cars do engender a type of fanaticism. It's a fun read. Enjoy
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"What then? Then, he says, he’d pull the engine from No. 66, strip any other parts he needed to bring No. 67 up to snuff and sell the remains.

When pressed, Mr. Jansson admits an attachment to No. 66. But in spite of its charms, the car seems unable to provide Mr. Jansson with one essential element: closure.

“There is a certain sentimental...” he said, trailing off again. “And it’s a dream car to drive, you know.” He seemed hesitant to delve deeper. “But if 67 showed up,” he said, brightening, “I think it would be a nicer vehicle to attend to.”

Yeah, that's a little over the top to me. Why not keep both?! But it is a great story.

I WANT ONE! That's a really cool looking car. That and a '68 Mustang...some day... :mrgreen:
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