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Discover timeless stories, reflections, and lessons from our founder, Steve Linden. Every month, we feature a new article that offers insight, wisdom, or fresh perspective.
We hope you enjoy them as much as we do.
Let’s Talk 66 (No, Not The Route)
I bought a 1966 Chevelle with a 350 engine and an automatic transmission. The engine and transmission are not original. The car is very fast, which is why I bought it, but I didn’t realize how fast the engine would be revving on the highway. I feel like it’s going to explode, even at only 55 MPH. Do you have any suggestions?
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I brought my 1966 Mercedes Benz 250SE into my regular repair shop for an oil and filter change. They replaced the oil with fully synthetic oil and now I’m finding small puddles of oil on my garage floor. I brought it back to them and they checked to make sure that the oil filter and drain plug are tight, which they are. Is it just a coincidence that these leaks began right after they changed the oil?
Old Cars on New Roads?
I’ve decided to buy a vintage car but I’m having trouble deciding what I should get. I really like the styling seen in the mid to late 1930s. However, I want to be able to drive my collector car on a daily basis. The problem is, I don’t think a ‘30s car is practical for today’s streets or highways. What should I do?
