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Maksimovich became familiar with the MN12 platform because parting these cars out is how he paid for his schooling at the University of Missouri, Rolla. He says that at one point he had upward of 20 parts cars, stripping them of all their usable parts before sending their twisted hulks to the scrapper. Indeed, his first car was an ’89 Cougar LS that he fitted with a 3.8-liter V-6 from a ’98 Mustang. After time, he began looking for another shell to work on, and he decided his ’89 was structurally too far gone to consider for such a project. His sister, though, had a ’90 Cougar XR7 that recently had spun a bearing.
Homebuilt Hauler With An Attitude
It often takes a serious challenge to test a person’s capabilities. After years of driving a string of performance cars, Terry Short wanted something different sitting in his North Tonawanda, New York, garage. So, he set out and found this ’55 Chevy big-window pickup in an apple orchard. He just knew he had met his challenge.
Terry Short’s ’55 Chevy pickup has a just-right rake, a monochromatic finish on a super-smooth body and a potent big-block Chevy. All these elements combine to make this Hot Rod Red truck a perfect cruising machine. Short’s goal was to build a truck that if you couldn’t see it, then you could certainly hear it coming. Though the roof went unchopped, the remainder of the body was extensively reworked and is devoid of chrome accessories.
How-to Get Shorty
This article dives into the unique modification of a 1967 Chevy Suburban by Mike Dempsey, who reimagined it into a shorter, Tahoe-styled version. It also features Ken Farrell’s Retro Tek company, which has revolutionized the EFI system to combine the aesthetics of classic cars with the efficiency of modern technology. The article covers various aspects of vehicle modification, including chassis adjustment, engine upgrades, and the integration of advanced fuel systems.
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One-Stop Collector Car Shopping
Hemmings Introduces NEW Innovative Pay+Title Service for a Safe and “Frictionless Marketplace”
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The AutoBuilder Staff
This year marks Hemmings’ 70th anniversary. Hemmings has been dedicated since 1954 to simplifying and securing the buying and selling process for classic cars. Their latest breakthrough, “Hemmings Pay + Title,” aims to revolutionize the experience, serving as a comprehensive solution for consumers.
Powered by KeySavvy, Pay + Title addresses the complexities of payment and title transfers, particularly across state borders. It’s designed to alleviate the burdensome tasks for enthusiasts who cherish purchasing and selling remarkable automobiles.
Jonathan Shaw, Hemmings’ president, describes Pay + Title as a groundbreaking service, prioritizing the secure and efficient handling of payments and vehicle titling. This innovation underscores Hemmings’ dedication to fostering trust and enhancing the collector car community’s experience in a seamless marketplace.
Here’s what makes Hemmings Pay + Title stand out:
- Convenient Online Payments: Bid farewell to the hassle of carrying cash by securely paying for your dream car online via your bank account.
- Fraud Protection: Hemmings implements stringent measures to prevent scams, ensuring authenticity in titles and payments.
- Paperwork Assistance: Simplifying the often tedious process of transferring ownership, Hemmings guides you through all necessary paperwork, even for intricate transactions.
In addition to Pay + Title, Hemmings.com offers a range of valuable services:
- Car Valuations: Gain insight into your car’s market value to make informed decisions.
- Car Shipping: Hemmings facilitates safe delivery of your purchased vehicle right to your doorstep.
- Insurance Support: Partnering with InsuraMatch, Hemmings assists in finding suitable insurance coverage for classic cars.
Plus, with their convenient app, you can browse a curated selection of cool cars directly from your mobile device. For further details, heck out the Press Release below, or visit the Hemmings website.
Hemmings Unveils Pay + Title: Transforming Collector Car Buying and Selling
Newest Offering in the Hemmings.com Suite of Services Creates a “Frictionless Marketplace”
BENNINGTON, VT., February 8, 2024 – As it celebrates its 70th year, Hemmings, the trailblazing services provider for the collector car market, has launched Hemmings Pay + Title, a groundbreaking first in the collector car space. The service, powered by KeySavvy, provides secure payment and vehicle titling, which can often be complicated, particularly across state lines. Pay + Title is the newest offering in the Hemmings.com frictionless marketplace that helps collector car enthusiasts buy, sell, and beyond.
“This innovation is a first-ever revolutionary service that streamlines the payment and vehicle titling process securely for collector cars,” said Jonathan Shaw, president of Hemmings. “Pay + Title underscores Hemmings’ commitment to providing secure, efficient solutions that enhance the collector car experience and build trust within our community in a frictionless marketplace.”
Pay + Title features make it the safest, easiest, and fastest way to transfer funds and titles between buyers and sellers, including:
- Online Payments: Buyers can pay sellers online using their bank account. There is no need to meet at the bank or carry large amounts of cash.
- Scam Protection – Hemmings Pay + Title eliminates title and payment fraud by verifying the buyer’s identity and the seller’s ownership of the vehicle.
- DMV Paperwork – Detailed instructions for signing the title and other paperwork required to transfer ownership are provided. Hemmings Pay + Title works with even the most complicated sales.
Pay + Title is the latest addition to the Hemmings.com suite of services, built to take the friction out of collector car buying and selling. Hemmings.com also includes collector car valuation, shipping and insurance.
Hemmings.com Marketplace
Hemmings.com is the world’s largest collector car marketplace and includes a new mobile app. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned collector, our seamless, integrated services offer an accessible entry point for all.
- Hemmings Valuations: Hemmings has been providing the resources to “check the pulse” of the collector car market since its founding in 1954. Hemmings’ personalized vehicle valuation service provides a detailed report prepared especially for an individual’s collector car.
- Hemmings Shipping: Hemmings has teamed up with Acertus to deliver a seamless collector car shipping solution directly to its customers.
- Hemmings Insurance Marketplace: Hemmings has teamed up with InsuraMatch, empowering owners and prospective buyers with the ability to receive free quotes and procure insurance policies from multiple carriers specializing in classic, collector, and exotic vehicle coverage.
In celebrating 70 years of growing and uplifting the collector car community, Hemmings continues to revolutionize the industry through innovative solutions through its extensive marketplace while setting new benchmarks in the collector car community for ease, security, and overall buying and selling experience.
About Hemmings:
Founded in 1954, Hemmings is the world’s largest collector car marketplace. For nearly 70 years, our purpose has been to grow and uplift the collector car community because we’ve been part of it since the start of it. We help all willing drivers buy, sell, and beyond through a frictionless marketplace, quality entertainment and professional service. More information, services and content are available at Hemmings.com. Stay connected with Hemmings on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Search tens of thousands of vehicle listings from the palm of your hand with the new Hemmings App.
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