Paul's Early Model Car Collection: Classic Restos - Series 55

Before we visit Paul's early model car collection, Fletch, who has imported several cars, shares some insights into the process. He admits that importing a vehicle can be quite daunting and stressful. He says West Coast Shipping, a company he has used, is well-versed in all the requirements for importing cars and makes it as simple as possible. Interestingly, the timeframe for a San Francisco to Melbourne transit can be completed in around 30-45 days, considering customs and shipping times. West Coast Shipping operates in three US locations: San Francisco, New Jersey and Florida. Fletch recommends Dazmac logistics in Sydney for the final delivery leg in Australia.
Paul, our feature enthusiast in this week's episode, is retired and a member of the Queanbeyan Car Club. He has a real passion for cars, particularly those from the early '30s. To say, he has a few projects on the go is an understatement, but he knows what stage every car is at and what needs to be done. His primary aim is to get the cars running and to keep them as close to the original as possible. Sometimes, it takes several vehicles to restore one, but his objective is to save these vehicles from being scrapped because, as he says, ‘you can't get them back once they are gone’.
His collection includes a '37 Dodge Coupe 2 door, a '35 Ford, two '36 Ford models, a '37 Ford Y Series, and a '52 Ford Customline. He also has a '36 Ford Coupe Ute and an older AR Model Ford. There are bikes, too, a 2009 Honda Shadow and a '55 AJS 500. Paul’s grandson, Liam, is following in his grandfather's footsteps. Liam loves working with his grandfather and says he has learnt a lot along the way.
Fletch's visit to Paul's collection and seeing his '37 Dodge has stirred up memories of the Portland Classic, particularly of Craig and his father's '39 Pontiac, featured on a previous episode of Classic Restos. Sadly, Craig's father, Ray, who featured prominently in the episode, has since passed away.
Fletch reflects on how, after one of the Portland Classics, he stayed on to help Craig get Ray's '38 Pontiac running. These are great memories and a tribute to Ray, a fine gentleman. The treasured '38 Pontiac remains in the loving care of Craig, brother Daryl, and their families.

[@nathanobrien6875]

Love your work Fletch!

[@classicrestostv1fletch764]

Love to know you are watching !! Thank you Nathan - Cheers, Fletch 👍

[@kevinhamling1963]

G'day Fletch, What a life Ray lived he was a true gentleman. R.I.P Ray. ✌️ Peace

[@TheTruckdriver999]

This is one of those episodes where the back story interesting than the car itself Well done fletch

[@classicrestostv1fletch764]

Cheers mate, appreciated. Fletch.

[@petermanuel7128]

Really enjoyed the story on Ray’s car and his life. Very interesting. Also enjoyed the shipping segment on importing and exporting cars. Found that very helpful and interesting. Keep up the good work, Fletch.

[@classicrestostv1fletch764]

Indeed, Ray was a lovely bloke. Thanks mate. Fletch.

[@IanRobertson-iu1ev]

Fantastic episode Fletch. Very interesting to get updates on older shows. I don’t agree with someone’s comment that your show is only about plugging advertisements. I’m glad you do because when I think about selling my VF II SSV, I just another one of your shows and when the Holden ad comes on and you say, ‘ From the first to the final’ I come to my senses and think there is no way I’m selling my VF. Love your show.

[@classicrestostv1fletch764]

Hi Ian, yes, it's a heartfelt one that isn't it. I wrote that in 15 minutes, General Motors Australia signed off on it and didn't change a word 😇 so that was nice. Try keep your VF as long as you can. Remember when HQ Holden's were $300 ?? ... I know, different cars and different eras, but if you can preserve your VF with minimal use, sounds like a nice plan. Cheers, Fletch 👍

[@jb7591]

Another great episode, thanks.

[@michaelguerin56]

Thank you Fletch et al. The last segment was pretty special. Cheers from NZ🇳🇿.

[@grahamcockerill2406]

Interesting about the import process Fletch. Great vid as usual mate. Aussie Graham.

[@classicrestostv1fletch764]

Thank you Aussie Graham. I appreciate your comment. I like to be as informative as possible, in the quickest time frames that I have within the show. Thank you for watching, Cheers Fletch 👍

[@Aztec73]

Those are very nice old cars, The owner takes good care of them.🙂🇺🇲 25:15

[@classicrestostv1fletch764]

Absolutely Aztec. It's also brilliant to see home grown Aussies on limited budgets MAKE IT HAPPEN. Cheers & bests, Fletch 👍

[@icascone]

Great episode! Hopefully more cars like these are featured in future and also great to see that Pontiac on the road again!

[@jimclarke1108]

Plenty of amazing stuff hidden in sheds Fletch, great work from you finding it all👍

[@classicrestostv1fletch764]

Cheers Jim & thank you for watching. Nice to know you are there. Fletch 😉

[@Bims-t5b]

Did you know that you can also insure your non classic car with Shannon’s as well I’m 13 years old and when I get my license and get my first car which will hopefully be a au falcon I’m gonna insure that with Shannon’s and all the cars I will own in the futura I will hopefully insure with Shannon’s hi fletch

[@classicrestostv1fletch764]

Hey Bims. Great to hear from you buddy. Thank you very much for writing your kind words. If you continue to do this through life, you will get on and be successful. Thank you for being supportive of Shannons. It's people like yourself that help to keep the big wheel moving. Enjoy your AU Falcon - they were one of the toughest Falcons built... Thanks again mate, and you are always welcome to come back and leave a comment. Cheers to you, Fletch 👍

[@Bims-t5b]

Hi fletch

[@Bims-t5b]

Hey fletch just checking I didn’t say anything bad did I? I hope I didn’t I’m such a big fan

[@markfletcher7244]

@@Bims-t5b Hey buddy - you didn't say anything bad. I loved to read your comment. All good buddy. Thank you again for watching. Fletch.

[@christopherrankine1364]

Ah ok…so this is not about classic restoration any more. It’s just a platform to plug advertisements. Bye

[@boneyboney3575]

sexual

[@markbehr88]

Without advertising shows like these don’t exist - so mind the door on your way out. 👍

[@classicrestostv1fletch764]

@@markbehr88 - Hi Mark, thank you. Your comment is appreciated. Cannot win with some. Cheers 👍

[@classicrestostv1fletch764]

Hi Christopher. Seriously mate? If this is what it takes for you to stop watching, I don't know how you possibly cope watching any other mediums. For example, the average KZbin visuals are laced with commercial content, and as for Main Stream? well I stopped watching shows there years ago because it takes near 3 hours to watch a 90 minute production. Classic Restos prides itself on minimal commercial content if anything - and as far as a Shipping segment is concerned, that is RARE in my show. I would also have a handful of emails often asking me "who" to use to Ship a car, so I hope that segment will help some people. Shame to lose you Christopher, it was nice having you - thank you for watching. Fletch.

[@markbehr88]

@@classicrestostv1fletch764 👍👍

[@stephentaege6255]

Got to meet fletch about 20 years ago a true gentleman good health to you and your family another extremely interesting video cheers Stephen from QLD Cobbas 🤠🐨🦘🐎🍀

[@classicrestostv1fletch764]

Hey Stephen, lovely comment mate, 20 years ago - wow - how the time flies. Thank you for watching. Cheers to you & yours, Fletch 👍