"Louis, I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship." ~ Rick Blaine (Casablanca)
I've just bought a car. No she isn't new - though she is to me. She claims she is 32, but I've come across papers that tell me she was first adopted in December 1975. I've had my eye on this one for some time. A rare one-year model, offering style, class, great-handling and a resilient four-cylinder engine. Last August I had the chance to drive through Southern California and spend an afternoon with her. Four months later, and much internal debate on the sanity of making such as purchase - as they say in Canada.... I "shot the puck".
She is stunning. Original owner, meticulously maintained, garaged and covered, yet driven regularly... a valued member of her family. I'm hoping she will enjoy her new home. In less than one month's time I will fly to Ventura to pick her up - and god willing.... bring her home.
