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    For Sale 68 gt/cs

    Im parting with my California Special I have had for 24 years. I just dont drive it as much as I feel it deserves. And, well, my husband wants a boat. It was March in one of your calendars a few years back. Maybe 2009? And is in the registry in Paul Newitt's book and its picture is in there...
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    1968 Need advice on value

    I am considering selling my GT/CS. I have had it for 22 years and bought it when it had black paint, ripped interior and no stripes and missing trims. I have rebuilt the motor, all stock. It is a 289. I had it fully restored, interior and exterior, about 5 years ago. It is now beautiful...
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    1968 need ideas for sign

    I am having a nice sign made by "Grand Illusions". They take awesome pictures of your car and you can have lots of things made with them. While living in Virginia and Wisconsin, VERY few people know what a California Special is. I'd guess I could count on one hand in both states. Many people...
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    hood pin question

    I am putting new hood pins in my hood. It is a new hood so the holes arent there. I ordered new ones that came with pins, plates, retainers, and springs. But I need one new support bracket. One is ok, but the other one is missing the wire. It looks like it broke off. In all of my old parts...
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    some extra parts for sale

    I just finished restoring my car and I have a few extra parts that are brand new and unopened. -2 RH Lower dash panels, black $10 each -Pair door run seals, scott drake $20 -windshield weatherstrip, FORD $20 -rear window weatherstrip, FORD $15 -Turn signal lever $5 -Lucas Fog Light Bezel, this...
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    prices for parts

    I could use some advice. My CS is just finished being restored. I have lots of old parts to sell. I was planning on putting them on ebay to see how they would do. Seems people are willing to pay quite a bit sometimes just because it is original although not always in the best condition. I...
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    trim rings

    Hi, I recently bought a new set of wheels from CJ Pony parts. The 14 x 6 size wheel sets came with trim rings included. The 14 x 7, which I bought, didn't. I had to buy them separate. The old wheels currently on my car, have the trim rings. But when I opened the box of new wheels, WOW! I...
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    collector car insurance

    Anyone have any thoughts on a good reasonable insurance company? I am thinking of Midwest Classic Insurance. Any thoughts?
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    Steering wheel and trunk bumper question

    I am in the process of restoring my mustang. I am confused about a few things though. I know my car does not have trunk bumpers. But when I was looking at the parts list for All Classics Mustang it referred to trunk bumpers being specific for GTCS and Shelby's. So I asked about them, and he...
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    Looking for a good parts source

    I am currently restoring my mustang. I am looking online for parts and come across a wide realm of prices. I am learning the difference in the economy versus show quality parts but even for those can have a wide difference in pricing among the websites. I am looking for nice quality parts...
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    car transport companies

    Hi, I am shipping my car and was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on a good transport company. Thanks.
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    1968 California Special for sale

    Authentic California Special. Have Marti Auto Works Report to prove. Have original route tag. Black with white stripes and Parchment Interior. Both engine and auto transmission have been rebuilt. New radiator, alternator, regulator, and lots of new hoses. New Interior with carpet...
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