TJ 183 #1 Posted October 11, 2010 Mr. Magoo was what came to mind the first time I saw it, so that should give you an indication how old I am. The little car belongs to the wife of a friend of mine. She received it from the estate of a beloved Uncle, and has been storing it in a shed for the last ten years. Now she would like to see it finished before her grandkids get to old to enjoy it. Her Uncle had some fabricating skills, and the entire thing is built from common household items, scrap metal and a few old motorcycle parts. Unfortunately, he died before he could complete it. I need to build a drive train, replace the motor, fix the steering, clean it up and paint it, add some gauges and a working cigarette lighter---piece of cake. Thanks for looking. Tom Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
horsefeathers 15 #2 Posted October 11, 2010 TJ, I rember Mr Magoo! Am I old at fifty??? By all means keep this thing alive! It's hand made from a by gone erra!!! This backs up what I have been saying for a long time! You want to live forever?? You can't ! But you can live Vicariously! Thruogh your children, grandchildren, 'n friends. Instill your dreams, belifes 'n passions on evryone you touch in life! And that's how you can live forever! I know... it's late and I should shut up! OOOOHHHH.... Magooo!!!! you've done it again'!!!! HORSEFEATHERS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #3 Posted October 11, 2010 TJ, thanks for posting about the car. It's really a cool little bug. I hope you'll post a restoration thread on it. It would be fun to follow. Thanks again, Jim Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,031 #4 Posted October 11, 2010 Your right Mister magoo, I have not thought about that cartoon in many many years, I'll keep a eye out for the parts you asked about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 23,098 #5 Posted October 11, 2010 Well, you know I remember. Great project you have going on there TJ. A thread is a good idea, and the cig lighter goes in right after the battery. :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 22,242 #6 Posted October 11, 2010 Neat ride TJ! So only one pedal?? No brakes ! What sort of powerplant does it use? Tractor type of engine or motorcycle. Wouldnt it be cool with a nice coat of Wheel Horse red and some old style Wheel Horse dealer decals on the door. Kinda like an old delivery vehicle. Mike...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
