June 2018 Blog Posts (3)

Thoughts on "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" by Robert Pirsig

I have read this book several times and whenever I am a bit lost on what is important, it is one of the places where I find direction. The novel, published in 1974, uses a long motorcycle trip to frame a prolonged exploration of the world of ideas about life and how best to live it.



It references perspectives from Western and Eastern Civilizations as it explores the central question of the how to pursue technology so that human life is…

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Added by Michael Thies on June 21, 2018 at 5:30pm — No Comments

Cruising in the Country Car & Truck Show

Spread the word, mark the date

Grab you keys and don't be late.

 

13th annual Cruising in the Country Car & Truck Show

Sept. 29th, 2018 from 9:00AM to 3:00PM 

Mayfield Bpt Church, 8930 Old Keith Bridge Rd, Gainesville, Ga.  30506 (Forsyth County)

Breakfast, luch, door prizes, bake sale, games, music and more.

Must be registered by noon to be judged.  Fee $20.00

Trophies for TOP 30 plus Specialty.  Come join…

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Added by Cecil & Debbie Martin on June 13, 2018 at 12:16pm — No Comments

What is it?

I am trying to identify this vehicle that I shot at Caffeine and Octane this past Sunday.. I have been told it is a 1955 Mercury, a 1954 Mercury Sun Valley, and a 1954 Lincoln Continental Capri. Can someone tell me for sure: Make, Model, Year?

Added by JEFFREY LORBER on June 4, 2018 at 10:33pm — 1 Comment

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A Bite of History: 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL

A Bite of History: by Mike Thies

1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL

Introduced in late 1966 for a short, single-year production run, the 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL holds a special place in the “Pagoda” lineage (W113 series) as the rarest variant, with only about 5,196 units built. Positioned between the earlier 230SL and the later 280SL, the 250SL…

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Posted by Michael Thies on August 14, 2025 at 7:30pm

A Bite of History: American Bantam “Woody” Station Wagon by Mike Thies

A Bite of History:  by Mike Thies

American Bantam “Woody” Station Wagon

The American Bantam Car Company was a small but innovative automaker based in Butler, Pennsylvania. Originally established as American Austin in the 1920s to produce miniature cars under license from the British Austin Motor Company, the firm reorganized…

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Posted by Michael Thies on August 2, 2025 at 8:00pm — 1 Comment

A Bite of History: 1958 Porsche 356 Speedster

A Bite of History: by Mike Thies

1958 Porsche 356 Speedster

The 1958 Porsche 356 Speedster marks the swan song of one of Porsche’s most iconic and minimalist models. Originally introduced in 1954 at the urging of U.S. importer Max Hoffman, the Speedster was designed to be a low cost, lightweight, stripped-down entry sports car that could double as a weekend racer, especially for the California sports car scene. With its low windshield,…

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Posted by Michael Thies on July 14, 2025 at 5:22pm

A Bite of History: 1948 Rover P3 Saloon

A Bite of History: by Mike Thies

1948 Rover P3 Saloon

The 1948 Rover P3 Saloon marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of British motoring. Introduced in the immediate aftermath of World War II, the P3 was a bridge between prewar craftsmanship and the modern engineering ethos that would come to define Rover’s future. Although its styling retained many traditional elements, including an upright grille, separate fenders, and rear-hinged front…

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Posted by Michael Thies on July 14, 2025 at 8:39am

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