Hi Gang.. This is almost like a barnfind story – except without finding the car. How can that be (you say)?… Well…the first time I heard of this car was from Tom Householder. Tom is a Doretti enthusiast and was … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: November 2009
Hi Gang… The red hood of the Victress glistened in stark contrast to the raw fiberglass…finally exposed from being hidden by years of paint, dirt, grime, and neglect. You could almost hear the distant roar of Guy Dirkin’s “Lost Motor Trend Victress Special” … Continue reading
Hi Gang… Steve Steers recently wrote me about chassis/frame design and his experience with these cars. Steve grew up in the 1950’s and watched his father build a Victress and Glasspar back in the day. Steve also recently finished restoration and completion of a … Continue reading
Hi Gang… I love mystery cars. Seems like lots of you out there do too. I think that’s a great thing… I’ll continue to feature Mysterions – our name for mystery cars – throughout the year, and I thought we … Continue reading
Hi Gang… You’ve heard me mention many times about how excited I am that the Amelia Island Concours d’ Elegance is hosting a class of fiberglass cars early next year. Amelia is one of the most recognized shows not just … Continue reading
Hi Gang… Getting the website up and running is exciting….but a challenge. I’ve had great help from Shannon Smith, the programmer and web designer extraordinaire, but it’s a new program to me and will take time to learn. But…I think … Continue reading
Hi Gang… Seeing the Vale in Hemmings reminded me (again) of just how beautiful these cars were. We tend to think of fiberglass clones of the GT 40 and other like-minded cars starting in the 1960’s. But…the designers and builders … Continue reading
Hi Gang… Daniel Strohl from Hemmings enjoys these cars as much as we do. Recently, he offered to help in Rick’s and my quest to find examples of some of the cars we have researched – that are still missing. … Continue reading
Hi Gang… A new Mysterion for you to ponder. I spoke tonight with the owner, Fred Baker, and he would enjoy hearing your thoughts and comments on his car (that is…he needs your help). Here’s what he wrote… ————————————————————————————————————- Hi … Continue reading
Hi Gang… What a great ride this has been the past 6-12 months. I’ve made more friends with those of you out there and have had a great time learning from many of you too. I couldn’t have had more … Continue reading
Hi Gang… Welcome to the new “Forgotten Fiberglass” Website. I’m very excited to move to this new format for several reasons…. It is a place where we can feature stories of vintage fiberglass cars and discuss them too – with … Continue reading