Jim, I think yours is much, much better looking that this one. I like
the engine, but I am with you,  an automatic with a six cylinder (even
a modified one) does not seem like a hot ticket.
Joe Roberts

I've always liked the "transition year" cars, like the '41 and '52.
I drooled for months over a 'green '53 conv in fair shape near my house
back in the early 1970s.
I'd take that car over this and get it done right.

I didn't even notice the dogs, but wonder if this fits the description.

Maybe Pat D can check it out.

Karl

The pictures were touched up, but not doctored. In Adobe Photoshop CS2,
Corel Photopaint X3, and Nikon Capture NX, there is a new feature which
allows you to enhance the shadow detail without adding a new layer, or
creating a mask. However, if in either of the above listed programs you over
compensate the sahdow detail, it throws a ghostly or artifical look on areas
that are properly exposed.

They (he) might have also used "sharpen" to a greater extent than he should
have. I am still concerned about the fit of the top, and why the windows
were not rolled up. That is the only way to tell if the top is installed
correctly, with windows up.

However, one thing I picked up on is that the toeboard fabric seems to be
falling or came loose from the floor. I know JP said the opening bid is
worth it, but fixing that one rust/puncture in the front fender could
indicate more trouble than meets the eye, and trying to match the paint
could be a real bitch. I think in my own small mind that $19,000 to $22,000
might be inline with a true value.

Bill

Aside from the top looking like an 80 year old womans a.s,not a thing
wrong(G)