An Odd Kirkham on eBay

[RodKnock]

The seller ended the auction early, because there was an error in the listing.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by RodKnock

The seller ended the auction early, because there was an error in the listing.

Dang, I guess it really was a Factory Five all along....

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by patrickt

Dang, I guess it really was a Factory Five all along....

Oh, don't fret. I'm sure it will be back...very soon.

By the way, I had a feeling you would get your "Factory Five" remark recorded somewhere in this thread.

[Woodz428]

Originally Posted by Jamo

Second...damn it David, when are you guys going to start checking the background of prospective buyers!?

It is my understanding that Enzo used to have a similar policy for his cars. It must be true since I never owned one. I did pass the Fiat background check though.

[PANAVIA]

I agree with Jamo - I think Kirkham needs to have an ownership application form and not an order form.

Join PETA (people for the ethical treatment of automobiles) !!!!

[427Aggie]

I know the car it was built by Rob at KCM in Plano, TX. I think its a big bore Shelby block...but is an aluminum shelby block. When you assemble a car for a customer you build it just like they want it.

I know what the interior and trunk cost in leather and I'll bet you the reserve is way way way above that 50 number. It is a beautiful car when you see it just didn't expect to see it for sale so soon after he got it....well you never know how the economy is hurting people.

[bwnuts]

I bought this car on Friday (5/1)_. Will arrive around thursday. Interested to see what you guys think when i'm through with it. I think I got a great deal on it. Either way, it's getting a black stripe, 15" trigo's with goodyear billboards, wooden steering wheel. I am going to have it lowered as low as possible. Still undecided on the interior. I can either dye it black or remove some of it. Also going to put dual quads on it.

What do you guys think?? would that do the trick and get it to look look like a kirkham again?

[thudmaster]

Build the car for yourself and not for us.......you will enjoy it anyway it is done....You will take ribbing from us no matter what you do or drive

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by thudmaster

Build the car for yourself and not for us.......you will enjoy it anyway it is done....You will take ribbing from us no matter what you do or drive

+1. Absolutely. Congratulations.

Hey, why strip the paint off and polish it?

[decooney]

bwnuts,
congratulations. If you got a good deal on it, you could wind up way ahead with some simple changes to put your signature on it. I think what some here are referring to is it's too flashy for a Kirkham, and needs a little "raw recipe" added to it. My trick is sandpaper or machining to most anything that shines.

Just adding 15s with tires to fill the wheel wells a bit, and lowering it it tad is where i'd start on the outside. On the interior, yank the street rod door panels immediately, replace the front seats/recover them in black putting them back to a more orginal shape, and put black lower carpet in it as a start. That might break it up a little. The rest of it will start to fall into place and you'll then know what to replace from there.

[mrmustang]

Originally Posted by RodKnock

+2.

Hey, why strip the paint off and polish it?

I hear that is a growing fad in California




Bill S.

[otomix]

BW,

Congrats and you are welcome.....(See you with car June 5th San Juan Capo World Class Motoring Grand Opening)

When finished, (as we discussed), this car will be among the best. You have all of the top componets, KCP Shelby 511 + stainless chassis + leather. Some folks don't have vision, a Very wise purchase, can't wait to see the finished car.

The new owner of my polished car went 168 down the back straighaway in Tampa last weekend.............STAY TUNED, for a "Big Bet" match-race in Las Vegas next month.

Buy the way, looked at the RED Kirk e - bay car again with intensions of purchasing,, you are lucky you passed....the car has issues throughout. But a good project to finish @ the right price.

[427Aggie]

Originally Posted by bwnuts

I bought this car on Friday (5/1)_. I can either dye it black or remove some of it. Also going to put dual quads on it.

What do you guys think?? would that do the trick and get it to look look like a kirkham again?

The leather interior on that car in the trunk and drivers area was ALOT of money...I wouldn't rip it out..I would dye it if anything...its full leather...wish I could remember how much but well over $10 grand in cow hide

[twin turbo]

BW, congrats, I think you've purchased a very nice car. I think it would be a shame to rip out all that leather. Cheers.

[Toby]

Jamo,
Dear child, had the Kirkham's instituted a backgroud check, you would be walking.

your friend,

[ROUSHAC]

Originally Posted by Toby

Jamo,
Dear child, had the Kirkham's instituted a backgroud check, you would be walking.

your friend,

I think a BIG "Bite me!" is headed your way.

[Ronbo]

Hey, I bit my lip when Jamo made his remark...

I'd pick a fight with him but he looks pretty big, and he's a lawyer.

[Jamo]

Hehehe...

It was a good purchase, and as Duane notes...not hard at all to make it sing the song desired by the new owner. I would definitely look into what might be done with the leather.

[bwnuts]

As I said, I had a plan for this car. It's not complete yet but it's getting there. Got the billboards and spent 3 nights painting the damn letter back on. what a project....anyway how do you post pictures over here?

[bwnuts]

check out the pictures here http://s707.photobucket.com/albums/ww76/bwnuts/