FAIR WARNING!!! Live video & audio will be required.......or it didn't happen.......'jus sayin'......
Thank you! Pebble Beach? It'll be thrown out of there faster than a snowflake at a Biker ralley! Although Amelia Island would be fun! Brake bleed, clutch adjustment, then test drive coming soon! I start the VIN and title process later this month too. Cheers Dave
A couple of casual driving videos would be neat after you get some miles on....... And keep this thread going!
Oh yeah, count in that! But it’s not done yet. Still have A-pillar trim, interior details, a show in November, then back for paint and upholstery. We still have a good year or so of the thread to go! cheers, Dave
First drive! Not overly far, nor fast, but it's the first time the car moved under its own power! A milestone! Cheers Dave Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login
Thanks guys! Now it’s onto the final trim items around the windshield, interior, and I’ll start making the hardtop for it. More to come! Cheers Dave
Only just found this thread and I’ve read it throughout. Absolutely awesome craftsmanship, the car looks fantastic.
Dave, you are an absolute maniac and a fantastic artist. I envy your talent and persistence. It really requires an incredible personality, and the perseverance, with a sprinkle of "I can do anything", and this, is one fantastic result. I fell onto this thread time ago, but finally went through it in fast motion. WOW!!! Best regards, and congratulations. Alberto
Thank you fellas! Very flattering. I’m fabricating the hardtop as we speak and will update the thread shortly. I’m getting it ready for the first show with it next month in Chicago. Should be fun! When I get it back I’ll break it down for final paint and upholstery. Can’t wait to see it shiny!! more to come soon… Cheers, Dave
A few photos in the front yard after the initial drive... Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Cheers Dave
About ten miles on it now. Hardtop formed up. I take it to Chicago later this month for a show, then will break it down for final paint and upholstery starting in December. Woohooo! Cheers Dave Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login
I am impressed... I have some very accurate models, that I would be happy...no, never mind You make fabricating a top a very easy and simple thing... Regards, Alberto
Thanks, Alberto! This about wraps it up for the thread updates until after paint and upholstery later next year. Thanks to all for following along with me! cheers Dave
Dave, if you have time, I think you need this: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/bmw-507-literature-collection/
Dave; this thread has been fantastic! From the beginning to today. This endeavor is right up there at the top of any build-thread I have followed, on any forum. Thank you for allowing us to vicariously join you on the journey. Please be sure to revive this thread when you get to the next milestones (and please work harder/faster to move those sooner!). Best of luck with whatever comes next for you!! Best, Tritone
Thanks, Tritone! Of course I'll update when needed. Thanks for following along and I appreciate all the positive compliments. I really do! This was a long journey and I can truthfully say never once did I think I wouldn't see it through! Cheers Dave
Seasons Greetings Dave! Hope your weather allows some drive time in your car....... I'm sure you already know about this, but just a reminder..... Image Unavailable, Please Login Best, Tritone
