Important message from Don's Hot Rod Garage

348tripower · June 19, 2018, 06:18:45 AM

So I have to announce the sale of my 1947 Dodge COE. I have had a good friend of mine pestering me about buying the truck. I had decided that when the wagon had proved out I would sell the truck. The stars all aligned last week and John is now the new owner. Here is a going away picture of the truck and his 15 year old son Hayden. John bought a bottle of detailer and some micro fiber towels and Hayden polished on their new ride about every 15 minutes. They went to Hastings Mi. on Sunday.

WZ JUNK · June 19, 2018, 11:12:47 AM

It seems that we all have mixed feelings when one of our projects goes out the driveway for the last time. Sometimes it is a sad moment, but often there is a smile on your face. I enjoy the building and driving, more than the cleaning and polishing. But everyone has their own area of hot rodding that they enjoy.

John

moose · June 19, 2018, 11:13:52 AM

New owners seem happy. Now to fill the hole in the shop with the next project!

kb426 · June 19, 2018, 12:37:38 PM

VERY good story, Don.

348tripower · June 19, 2018, 02:32:14 PM

I think the word is bittersweet? Anyway they are really happy

Ohio Blue Tip · June 19, 2018, 02:55:34 PM

Now that you have that extra money, bring some extra beer to the NATS!

rumrumm · June 19, 2018, 03:58:37 PM

I know the feeling. Congratulations on the sale (Cyber-pat on the back).

kb426 · June 19, 2018, 05:46:21 PM

Don, it appears that it is difficult to sell hot rods, period. There's always the color, interior, etc choices. If your plan was to only own one at a time, I see no negatives here at all. I'm thinking I should only have 1 hot rod. This started the discussion about what is the ultimate hot rod. If anybody knows that answer, I really want to hear it.

57larry · June 19, 2018, 06:54:27 PM

good looking coe

58 Yeoman · June 19, 2018, 07:21:08 PM

I have to admit...it looks MUCH bigger in your avatar!

idrivejunk · June 19, 2018, 08:05:57 PM

Happiness is finding a good home for one you're done with.

UGLY OLDS · June 19, 2018, 08:07:11 PM

Kinda hate to see it go Don ....I remember watching it being built ......

But ...As long as you can keep the wagon problem free, I see you having just as much fun without the hassle of where to park .....

Bob...

416Ford · June 20, 2018, 12:33:53 PM

They must have rolled in late on Sunday Don, I did not see it there and I would have been calling you as soon as I saw it. Congrats I think...
I guess we will see how many pictures get taken of the new ride.

348tripower · June 21, 2018, 06:23:58 AM

Quote from: "416Ford"They must have rolled in late on Sunday Don, I did not see it there and I would have been calling you as soon as I saw it. Congrats I think...
I guess we will see how many pictures get taken of the new ride.

I asked them Monday if they had seen you two. I figured you would ask them what was up.

papastoyss · June 29, 2018, 05:02:59 PM

Quote from: "348tripower"
Quote from: "416Ford"They must have rolled in late on Sunday Don, I did not see it there and I would have been calling you as soon as I saw it. Congrats I think...
I guess we will see how many pictures get taken of the new ride.

I asked them Monday if they had seen you two. I figured you would ask them what was up.

Dang, that COE was easy to spot at the Nats! Will the sedan delivery make it there?