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VW Rat Rod at Motoreum in Austin

Written by Ken Altes

The widest range of fantastic cars at Motoreum in NW Austin, the biggest collector car showroom in Austin. Their cars are all in great shape and very interesting. They run a large scale auction business as well as retail at the showroom.  See their permanent link at right.

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Chuck’s 1954 Studebaker Champion Shorty

Written by Ken Altes

Chuck lives in my neighborhood and I used to see this car on the road all the time. He shortened it in the 80s, adding a Buick V6, using it to tow his cars around.

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Sweet Nadine, Mercury Charlie’s Masterpiece

Written by Ken Altes

First saw this car years ago at my first Lonestar Round Up.  Follow this link to see more details, such as the dazzling flathead with six double barrel carbs.   No single human could have achieved such perfection:  See “The Story of Nadine” below.

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Sweet Nadine Custom Mercury