It's a looonnng shot..

"55Buick, Oversteer Scientist" (55Buick)
11/28/2013 at 19:44 • Filed to: None

But it's worth a try. My grandfathers Ford Model A was stolen about 50 years ago. He's retiring in January, and might be looking for a project car (maybe.) It would be absolutely the coolest thing in the world if he got his car back. I know this is a ridiculously long shot, but hey, crazier things have happened. Here's what I know about it:

It began life as a 2-door sedan, but had the back chopped off and a pickup bed added.
It was painted red and yellow (distinctive!)
It had an authentic San Francisco cable car bell on it.

That's about it. It was stolen from Clear Lake, CA about 50 years ago. So if any of you see a beat up, red and yellow ford model a pickup online, please let me know! I know it's almost impossible, but it would make him the absolute happiest guy on earth. It's theft still brings tears to his eyes to this day, so if you could keep your eyes peeled I would be eternally grateful!

Some M1 tail for your time:

DISCUSSION (10)

Ravey Mayvey Slurpee Surprise > 55Buick, Oversteer Scientist
11/28/2013 at 19:51

It's too bad that the Model A was stolen, because his A sounds like it was amazing. I wish you luck.

Zipppy, Mazdurp builder, Probeski owner and former ricerboy > 55Buick, Oversteer Scientist
11/28/2013 at 19:52

It'll be like finding a metal needle in a haystack. tricky, but easier if you have the tools.

Corey CC97, MAZDA DPI IS STILL BAE JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV VISIT FLORIDA RACING LIVES FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS > 55Buick, Oversteer Scientist
11/28/2013 at 19:55

Is this it?

http://m.cars.com/for-sale/index…

Osiris - I can haz Euro spec? > Corey CC97, MAZDA DPI IS STILL BAE JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV VISIT FLORIDA RACING LIVES FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS
11/28/2013 at 20:00

I can see why someone would steal that. That thing is sexy!

55Buick, Oversteer Scientist > Corey CC97, MAZDA DPI IS STILL BAE JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV VISIT FLORIDA RACING LIVES FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS
11/28/2013 at 20:20

Maybe..but probably not. Apparently, his was painted with red and yellow hardware store paint, so its "original" paint is probably all gone by now. But it could be..I'll ask him!

55Buick, Oversteer Scientist > Corey CC97, MAZDA DPI IS STILL BAE JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV VISIT FLORIDA RACING LIVES FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS
11/28/2013 at 20:21

He's over here for thanksgiving, so I've already asked him- his was a hardtop truck. But thanks for looking..it really means a lot to me!!

Corey CC97, MAZDA DPI IS STILL BAE JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV VISIT FLORIDA RACING LIVES FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS > 55Buick, Oversteer Scientist
11/28/2013 at 20:25

I'll keep looking. I haven't even touched ebay and Craigslist yet.

Corey CC97, MAZDA DPI IS STILL BAE JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV VISIT FLORIDA RACING LIVES FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS > 55Buick, Oversteer Scientist
11/28/2013 at 20:32

Found some more.

http://m.ebay.com/itm/1112252972…

http://m.ebay.com/itm/3310745240…

55Buick, Oversteer Scientist > Corey CC97, MAZDA DPI IS STILL BAE JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV VISIT FLORIDA RACING LIVES FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS
11/28/2013 at 20:37

I guess I forgot to mention- it's a 1928 model year. I just sent an email to the ford model a club of America, so we'll see what they say! But until then, I'm going to keep browsing ebay, craigslist, etc.

Corey CC97, MAZDA DPI IS STILL BAE JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV JOESTACTIV VISIT FLORIDA RACING LIVES FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS > 55Buick, Oversteer Scientist
11/28/2013 at 21:17

I'll keep an eye out and send links as I find them.