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Old 28 July 2007, 03:22 PM   #1
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Classic cars

I recently had occasion to throw a party for my wife, to celebrate a significant birthday.

Her parents were happy to host the party at their house. With her father's permission, the following photos are some of his collection of classic and vintage automobiles that are currently at the house. For many years, he provided automobiles to Hollywood studios for movies, television, and commercials. These were taken prior to the arrival of the party guests. I hope you enjoy!

Arrow_1.jpg

Caddy_1.jpg

308_1.jpg

Cord.jpg

Jag_1.jpg

Jason.jpg

Packard.jpg

Tbird_1.jpg

Vette_1.jpg

Vette_2.jpg

Zephyr.jpg
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Old 28 July 2007, 05:06 PM   #2
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That is one awesome collection!!!
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Old 28 July 2007, 05:25 PM   #3
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are you jay leno's son-in-law?
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Old 28 July 2007, 07:16 PM   #4
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MC1010 - Thanks!

Mven74 - Nope - this collection pales in comparison to Leno's, although Jay and my father-in-law are friends. Southern California car guys all seem to know one another. :-)
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Old 28 July 2007, 10:05 PM   #5
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Great collection!! Very surprised concrete floor is not coated with an epoxy and urethane system. Have him check out Armorcoat.com for lifetime systems!
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Old 28 July 2007, 10:56 PM   #6
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Now that is a SERIOUS car collection..... great pics and thank for passing them along! Also, Randy from Ohio, ... that is one nice looking Porsche in your avatar photo! Cheers, Bill P.
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Old 29 July 2007, 12:25 AM   #7
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Old 29 July 2007, 02:19 AM   #8
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Very Impressive, Nice collection. Which camera are you using to get such nice pictures?
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Old 29 July 2007, 04:09 AM   #9
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WOW!! Very impressive collection, Allen. The only thing I don't like about that set-up is the way the cars have been packed so close to each other.

Leaves no walking space for the visitors.

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Old 29 July 2007, 04:27 AM   #10
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ppemillen - Thanks. I use an Olympus E-500 digital SLR. But, shiny paint under flourescent lighting makes any photos look good! :-)

JJ - Thanks. Yes, it is a tight fit. Usually when he has a group over, he moves a few of the cars to the front lawn, then repositions the ones in the garage to provide more walking room. Also easier to photograph that way. I wasn't able to get any shots of some of the cars due to the proximity of others blocking the shots. :-(
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Old 29 July 2007, 05:03 AM   #11
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I love that Ferrari 308
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Old 7 August 2007, 04:53 AM   #12
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My Dream Garage!!!
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That is one of the coolest things I have ever seen. The father of my college room mate has an AMAZING car collection as well. He has quite a few newer models, but PLENTY of older ones as well, though not quite the era of some pictured here. His don't seem to go much farther back than the 50's so it's nice to see some of that REALLY vintage stuff out there.
Thanks for the pictures, they are AWESOME!
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WOW!! Very impressive collection, Allen. The only thing I don't like about that set-up is the way the cars have been packed so close to each other.

Leaves no walking space for the visitors.

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Well, then just show us your vintage car collection JJ Perhaps they are placed further apart in the showcase
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