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CLASSIC CAR RESOURCES AND LINKS
Finding
Parts for your Vintage Car
The
antique and classic car hobby today is very well organized,
and parts availability for vintage cars is in many cases even
greater than when the cars were new. There are many companies
who specialize in reproducing parts for specific vehicles,
and a positive result of this is not only increased supply,
but also prices are now often less than when the cars were
in production. The hobby is so well organized that even for
parts that have not been reproduced, original spares are readily
available and can be sourced through the clubs and marque
specialists.
Reproduction
mechanical components are often better engineered than original,
and yield better performance. Body and trim pieces sometimes
are of lesser quality, and it is important to choose wisely.
For driver quality cars they are typically fine, but for concours
level cars we recommend restoring original pieces whenever
possible.
While
it is fun, it is no longer necessary to go traipsing through
the mud at swap meets. Parts solutions are available for any
car, including the rarest, low production automobiles.
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also:
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