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Supply Chain Problems with Classic Car Mechanics By Mike Thies

Supply Chain Problems with Classic Car Mechanics

By Mike Thies – Certified Vehicle Appraiser

 

The shortage of automobile mechanics to work on classic cars is a growing concern among collectors and enthusiasts. Classic cars require a unique set of skills and knowledge to maintain and repair, and there simply aren't enough trained professionals to keep up with demand. Let’s take a closer look at the…

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Added by Michael Thies on February 20, 2023 at 5:30pm — No Comments

Porsche Vision 357 by Frank Wiesmann Manager, Porsche Product Communications, Motorsport and Brand Heritage

Porsche Vision 357: A look back at the conceptual journey to the future

01/26/2023

Anniversary concept car an homage to the first Porsche model line, the 356

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Added by Michael Thies on February 2, 2023 at 1:30am — No Comments

The Origins of American Concours d'Elegance Events and Their Love of Brass Era Cars

The Origins of American Concours d'Elegance and Their Love of Brass Era Cars  by Mike Thies

Concours d'Elegance is a French term meaning "competition of elegance" and refers to a showcase of historic and/or classic automobiles. They have a long and rich history, with roots that can be traced back to France in the early 1700s. The first Concours d'Elegance was held in the gardens of Versailles, and it was a competition to determine which horse-drawn carriages were the most stylish and…

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Added by Michael Thies on January 31, 2023 at 12:00am — 1 Comment

Get Your Diminished Value!

Get Your Diminished Value!  By Mike Thies

Diminished value refers to the loss of a vehicle's value after it has been in an accident, even if it has been repaired to its pre-accident condition. This is because a vehicle that has been in an accident, regardless of the extent of the damage, is considered less…

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Added by Michael Thies on January 23, 2023 at 12:45pm — No Comments

Don't Mess With Our Collector Cars!

Collector cars, also known as classic cars or antique cars, are often viewed as a source of nostalgia and a symbol of the past, but they do not typically contribute to the carbon footprint in the same way that modern cars…

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Added by Michael Thies on January 17, 2023 at 11:30am — No Comments

Top 10 Tips on Making Money at an Auto Swap Meet by Jeff Zurschmeide

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Top 10 Tips on Making Money at an Auto Swap Meet

by Jeff Zurschmeide

"One of the Pacific Northwest's most prominent automotive journalists, Jeff's swap meet…

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Added by Michael Thies on September 1, 2022 at 8:40am — 1 Comment

Join Me! To Drive Toward A Cure for Parkinsons Disease!

June 19 to September 5, 2022…

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Added by Michael Thies on June 24, 2022 at 11:00pm — No Comments

The Value Of The Road Trip!! Thoughts on "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance"

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…

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Added by Michael Thies on August 25, 2021 at 12:30pm — No Comments

“Restore Bonneville” program could be fully funded by this September by Grace Houghton

The mission to restore the Bonneville Salt Flats by dramatically increasing the salt pumped onto its surface over the next 10 years almost has a green light; there are just a few more legal hurdles, according to SEMA.   Read the whole article here:

Save the Salt Flats!…

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Added by Michael Thies on June 22, 2021 at 5:00pm — No Comments

Looking for a good home for a low mileage Porsche 911

This very low mileage '08 Porsche 911 4S has been living in a climate controlled garage for over 18 months. Pristine car. Maintained, fluids checked, driven regularly for short distances. Help get the word out. Out of space so it's time for a loving, new home. :-)
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2008-porsche-911-carrera-4s-15/

Added by Michael Thies on November 22, 2020 at 5:47pm — No Comments

Caffeine and Octane is back from the COVID-19 Shutdown!

FROM C&O STAFF:

We are excited to announce with the new guidelines announced last week, we should be able to hold both Caffeine and Octane on July 5th at Perimeter Mall, as well as, Caffeine and Exotics on July 19th at City…

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Added by Michael Thies on July 1, 2020 at 1:15pm — No Comments

Visit from Vicari Auction Representative!

Dear Members and Ambassadors,

We hope you all are well and safe during these trying times.  It has been our contribution to keep up notifications of the numerous cancellations and rescheduling of the many events affected.  Please let us know of changes or post any announcements on our free Events Calendar to get the word out.

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Added by Michael Thies on June 5, 2020 at 2:46pm — No Comments

NASCAR Announces May Return To "Normal"

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NASCAR announces revised May schedule as racing returns

NASCAR is…

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Added by Michael Thies on May 1, 2020 at 11:08am — No Comments

Georgia Regional Mustang Club Cruise-in @ The BBQ Place by Ron Lipman

Thank you to Ron Lippman for sharing his wonderful photos of the recent Georgia Regional Mustang Club…

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Added by Michael Thies on February 23, 2020 at 11:50am — 1 Comment

Caffeine& Octane Featured on VinWiki 2019 - The next meet is Oct. 6 2019!

Caffeine & Octane has become one of the most significant car meets in the US. It is a mainstream project of the Atlanta area and is something I have been personally involved with for 13 years or more and it really is a pleasure to be part of it.  It even has its own TV show on NBC Sports Channel!…

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Added by Michael Thies on October 5, 2019 at 5:30pm — 1 Comment

A "Co-op Museum!" - About Miles Through Time!

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Added by Michael Thies on June 10, 2019 at 2:37pm — No Comments

New Ways Of Safe Transport - Meet a very creative car guy!

New Ways Of Safe Transport

Syre Perkins, JD, is a inspiration. I met him at a recent Caffeine & Octane where he was showing one of the more unique vehicles that I have seen in quite some time. It was a remote-controlled robot that picks up a full-sized car, with basically zero clearance, lifts it and moves it! I learned that TARVA, (Tow Atlanta’s Recovery Vehicle Autobot-Robot) can go into low clearance parking decks/garages…

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Added by Michael Thies on April 3, 2019 at 3:30am — No Comments

Poker Run Fun! “Get Out And Drive!”

Poker Run Fun! “Get Out And Drive!”

It is all huge fun.  If you have a collector car, it is great fun to go car show and cruise in to show off your pride an joy, as well as see the variety of vehicles that others choose to bring.  Yet sitting or walking around leads to wanting to drive!  Now a its growing very popular to go on rides and poker runs.  Poker Runs are all over from coast to coast and they have a huge following.  The biggest seem to be on water with power boats, and also…

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Added by Michael Thies on December 4, 2018 at 7:09pm — No Comments

"Wheelz' Spin"! British Car Fayre and Donut & Derelicts on a Saturday! by Mike Thies

JAGUAR!

2018 Atlanta British Car Fayre -Norcross, GA

Featuring over 400 distinctive British Automobiles & Motorcycles. 10 AM - 3 PM in Historic Downtown Norcross, GA. This year's featured marque is Jaguar. This is year 18 of this favorite September…

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Added by Michael Thies on September 7, 2018 at 2:00pm — No Comments

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 22, 2018 at 12:30am — No Comments

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