Here's the sheetmetal I need or parts car.
Thanks, Ron
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Ron...a while back we were talking about insurance providers. Itd be interesting to see how YOU felt about YOUR insurance company when it's all said and done. Glad to hear no one was hurt badly in the accident..but that 'chero's hurting.
Rich
Oh man that makes me sick to see that. Looks like a beautiful car. Hope the insurance company takes care of you. How bad does the person look that hit you? I think if they weren't hurt I'd have a hard time not hurting them. I'm sure it can be fixed. Interesting to see how the bumper broke completely off. What were they driving?
Ron, I read about your car damage last nite on here and was really upsetting but after seeing the pics I almost started crying.I've seen your Chero up close at shows and how straight it was especially with black paint and its history with you!Good luck on your repairs/restoration work! KID :005: :005:
They hit you a pretty good lick! Looks like it road over the bumper which probably saved a total because the frame didn't get bent. Be intweresting to see how your insurance does for you. We all claim we are happy with the policy....but....that is until there is a big claim. Who are you with if you don't mind me asking?
My 66 Falcon after a drunk driver. I had sold it to a friend and his insurance totaled it and wrote him a huge check, twice what he paid me for it. Sorry about the pdf, I can't figure out how to make it a jpeg....
It hurts my eyes just looking at it..!!
CRAP!
Patrick Dallas TX :unitedstates:
Really sucks. Hope that you post the insurance results.
John
I will post the Ins. results for sure.
I'm with AMERICAN COLLECTORS INS. INC.
We'll see how this works out. :unitedstates:
Ouch,that is painful to look at, cars can be fixed (at a price...) bones take longer to heal, hope everyone was okay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1957-Ford-Ranchero-429-c6-/280819231806?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item4162216c3e
Popped up on ebay this AM....might be worth a look. I don't think he is on the boards....
Thanks for the link Bill,
Ins adjuster was here this am. Still waiting to see what's happening.
How did you make out with the adjuster and/or insurance company?
Looks like might be OK with the Ins. Take a little to find out for sure.
If I can be of any help, e-mail me at hot mail...vehicleone, I'm a licenced Automotive Damage Apprraiser....Lou
I'm still looking for parts. Thanks for the offer Lou.
Found a wagon doner but really want a Ranchero.
Get back to you'all later.
Shoprat, The '57 ranchero on craigslist-inland empire has had the price reduced to $500, looks to be in the San Bernadino area--has picture showing drivers side. (909)467-2027 ask for Bob. KID :006:
Ron...are you prefering a donor car over parts? If you're interested in anything as far as Texas I'll check into some complete Rancheros I know of in the Amarillo area....one in Amarillo I believe is a rust bucket if I remember,but I can double check for sure...and three more about 50 miles north of me that I believe may be solid cars...I'm just not sure how much proding it would take to make the guy sell one of them.
Rich
Skip
Never could find it, so I called and he thinks it's sold. Thanks
Rich, Looking for something closer. Thanks
Ron
I know this is a little vague, but a couple of years ago I was picking this guy's place. He had a bunch of '57s. He had at least one of every model and two of several except a Skyliner. After several hours, he mentioned having a '57 Ranchero in another barn that he had collected parts to restore it. Since it had been a long day and I had little interest in the Ranchero, I did not go look at it. He said that he had both NOS quarters for it. He had a lot of good restorable and hot rod material. His prices were fair but he had nothing that I needed. His prices though fair were at market value and if I bought something to resell there would be no margin for me. So I left that day and went home with nothing but memories of an enjoyable day. This stuff is in Michigan and in barns. If you are really serious, I know a guy that knows a guy that I might be able to get a name and number or even drive over and find the guy again and see whats what. Just a thought if it helps.
Thanks for the offer
I'll look around this area somemore :001:
Ron,
Just wanted to say that I hate to see your beautiful Ranchero hurt. Good luck on the insurance and re-assembley. Jim
Thanks Jim :unitedstates:
Ron:
If I haven't said it before, if there is anything I can do or assist with I'll be glad to help. Just let me know.
Bob
57 AGIN
Got almost all the parts to fix it from Steve Pierce in 29 Palms.
Thanks for all the help.
Ron
Quote from: shopratwoody on 2012-01-30 15:56
I will post the Ins. results for sure.
I'm with AMERICAN COLLECTORS INS. INC.
We'll see how this works out. :unitedstates:
Just a comment on American Collectors Insurance. A couple of years ago, I was responsible for doing about $1,500 damage to a car I was restoring. I did it in my own garage. After painting, I was bolting all the body parts on a '37 Chevy I have. I was working on the drivers side of the car, then drove the car out of the garage and turned it around so I could work on the other side. The left side rear door was not latched and it opened as I drove into the garage (suicide doors) and I caught the door on the side of the garage. Freshly painted and I damaged the car before I had it back together. My wife said they would not pay for that, after all, It was all my fault.
Well, it was my fault and I felt bad about it. So, they asked for pictures, an estimate for repairs and they paid 100%, no deductable, no hassle, no futher questions.
I no longer have collector car insurance because of an issue with State Farm, the insurer of my other cars and house. I have an umbrella liability policy with them and for them to also cover the collector cars, they either have to be insured with State Farm or I have to pay an additional fee to get them covered. So, I just have it all with State Farm.
Anyway, based on my experience, I think you will be fine with them. However, were you rear ended? Shouldn't the other guy be paying for this?
Rich
The ins co's can duke that out....at least mine is stepping up :001:
Wow that sucks, I've always like Ron's Ranchero!!
So Ron how is the rebuild going?
Thanks for asking. It's coming along quite good. B pillar pulled fine, full qtr is replaced. New sheetmetal
behind rear bumper. Stainless is out being straightened and repolished. Happy so far.
Insurance has been fine. Had to have diff adjusters out but that's ok. I'll get some pictures up
soon.
Ron
That is really great news! Too nice a car to have it go away....
Glad to hear it's coming along good for you. Always sucks when something liek thathappens to any car, let alone, something that you've spent so much time on building. Good luck with it!!!
Getting there
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Don't know why the pics are small. Hit a wrong button again :005:
Thought it was an eye test.
Glad to see that that beautiful car will be on the road again soon.
Thanks, I was a bit worried myself. Lucky to have a good man fixing it :001:
Ron:
The guy whom you have doing the repair work on your Ranchero shared with Rick and me those photos and discussed what he found and did to bring your 57 back onto the road. We were both pleased with what we saw and are familiar with his quality work. He recently did a Fairlane 500 Club Victoria for one of our long time friends and fellow 57 lover. For the life of me I can't remember this metal craftsman's name, but I've seen his work before. I've attached a shot of the Fairlane 500 he did for our friend, taken at Knott's yesterday. I'm going to post photos of the remaining 57's at Knott's in the events section.
Bob
57 AGIN
I met him a long time ago. His name is Randy. Used to have a 59 Ranchero with a Blown Hemi
on Alky. Ran 140 in the 1/4 mile. I've seen the Fairlane Post car. Nice
Bet your Car looked great. :001:
Ron:
That's interesting about Randy with a blown Hemi in a Ranchero. Did the two of you ever "go off together"?
Thanks for the comment about my 57. Yes, it got a lot of attention and many comments. It was a very fun day for both Rick and me. There were 15 57's at the show and we did miss yours. Glad to know it is well on the way to recovery. Congratulations.
Bob
57 AGIN
Looks great Bob. Never raced Randy. My Ranchero only ran 118 mph in the qtr. His was crazy fast.
Couldn't get the power to the ground. It would have pulled the shaft out of the trans at full throttle. Chrysler 4 spd.
Probably run 160 if u could stand on it. Fun days :001:
You Guys have fun this show season.
He shot mine early Wed morning. Just gotta color sand and buff and re install everything. Rear bumper still
in shop.
Got the Ranchero back today. It's Black and straight. Randy did a great job. Waiting for some of the polishing
work to return. I'll get a pic asap.
That's great news Ron! So glad it was saved! Just hate it when insurance companies want to total one out. My 66 Falcon Ranchero got totaled and I thought it could have been saved. Wasn't mine any more so I couldn't fight the settlement.
The Insurance Co was great. American Collectors. They paid everything that was asked for. Over 12,000.00
Got all my stuff insured with American Collectors. Often wondered how they would react. Nice to know this. They are really easy to work with when adding an additional car. Everything done over the phone with a few emailed pics. Agreed value is no problem with them.
Jerry
Ron, did the bodyshop at least save some of the blocksanding for you to do? LOL
Not this time, thankfully :unitedstates:
This is pretty good
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Really enjoyed the video and audio...looks like they did an awesome job for ya, Ron...I'm really happy for you.
Rich
Rich said it all Ron, beautiful job, I'll bet youre sleeping nites for the first time in months!
Super nice job Ron. Jim
Ron, nice work on the car and video! Mark
Nice video!
SUPER!
Glad its back.The video .........Cool!
Made it to the LARS and home safe this time :burnout:
LOL..I was wondering if you still had that one on your list.
Ron:
Way to go, glad you & your Ranchero are back amongst the driven & showing. I didn't make the LA Roadster Show, as I was signed up for a show in Brea, put on by Villa Ford. Only had two 57's there, we took a 1st. & 2nd in the Fairlane/Torino class. Bill Sawyer had his 100 point 57 Skyliner entered and then there was my Custom 300. I was placed in that class because they didn't have a class for just 50's Fords, apparently if you don't have a Fairlane, Galaxie, Torino, Falcon or Ranchero you don't get to show your Ford. The show was a "Peoples' Choice," meaning the drivers actually participating in the show were the judges. Anyway, the "People" picked our two 57's and we came home smiling.
Bob
57 AGIN
Glad you guys did so good. Your cars look great. I'm not into the trophys so much. Got a lot of those
in the past. I don't even like the hoods open. I've been going to the LA Roadster Show for many
years. It's what I do on Fathers Day.Hundreds of various machines. Keep up the good work'