When her husband passed, the car collection remained. Now what?
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What a lovely lady, she supported his passion all those years, what man doesn't want someone like that in their life. God Bless Her
@LegendsWorkshop7 ай бұрын
Exactly my feelings.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
This man is what you call a true friend.
@Mike5837 ай бұрын
This was such a cool video. I cried the whole time. I turn 49 in a couple weeks and I've really been missing some of my loved ones who are gone. People just don't understand how these cars tie us to people and family or in my case,my childhood. There will never be another 70 ls6 chevelle, or 66 big block Corvette, or in my case....me being 8 years old in 1982 going to see my grandmother in those cars. I remember just dreaming that one day I'd own mine. Now those cars are 100k and no amount of money can put my grandmas back in their kitchens again. Thank you for this video and I hope your shelby is coming along.
@keithphillips61117 ай бұрын
Yes, my Shelby is finished, and we are working out the bugs. Thanks for asking.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
Can’t wait to see your Shelby Jerry!
@michaeladamo62797 ай бұрын
My dad passed away and left a garage full of British MG cars. We sold two rare 1934 cars that needed too much work and we busy reviving the other two that stood for 10 years and are pretty good still. The memories and the connection I have with these vehicles is priceless. Some of them were in parades with beauty queens on them, they did shows and rallies and were an inregral part of our family. Luckily we saved them from the wolves that thought they could hit my mother with lowball prices.
@alancrossley5096 ай бұрын
When Jerry asked Joni how much money Kip spent on the cars and what he did for a living he could have been interviewing my wife. I’m a retired teacher too and I have projects that would never pencil out if I didn’t do just about everything myself. Rest in Peace Kip. Somebody will finish up your Cord.
@Steverinomeister7 ай бұрын
Jay Leno would kill to have this car , call him and tell him you have a two door and he will fly to get there as fast as possible . He would do the resto on it properly.
@robertallen53587 ай бұрын
adorable lady!!!
@gregorypeterson97 ай бұрын
So thankful for our supportive wives 👍Great to see Joanie has support from an experienced friend. Best days to you Jerry !
@TheCanadianBubba7 ай бұрын
Thanks Bubba, haven't heard from you in a while.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
@@thewriter2549- I do not chase the feed anymore, interact with those that comment on my stuff, or when I see my old friends in the feed 👍
@TheCanadianBubba7 ай бұрын
Would be great to see both finished.
@funken0797 ай бұрын
Mercy *Jerry* - a CORD? Actually, more than one! Another great episode, my friend. Thanks! - Ed on the Ridge
@moparedtn7 ай бұрын
Hey Ed, a Cord, yes, you just never know. I always liked those cars.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
This makes me want to cry. So sad that he never got to drive it. I hope she can find someone to pay her what those very special cars are worth.
@afwoods7 ай бұрын
Mr. Leno is the right one to contact for that Cord. I bet they could work out a mutually beneficial arrangement and get the car completed the way that it should be.
@dominickcolasanto65827 ай бұрын
Wow! What a story, amazing man, and an even more amazing wife!
@markdanielczyk9447 ай бұрын
Great couple
@nicholaslandolina6 ай бұрын
To own one of the greatest cars ever made , has to be a small miracle … Cord , Auburn and Deusenbergs are the greatest cars ever made , even after almost 100 years ❤❤
@tallspaniard17 ай бұрын
Such a touching story. It would be wonderful if someone was able to step in and do a car rehab for this sweet lady at no cost to her. So she can enjoy what her husband worked so hard to layout the ground work. My mom just passed and my father was a builder, who fixed everyone else’s houses, even built and repaired churches mostly out of his pocket. He started tearing into their house for a remodel project many years before his retirement and never finished what he had started. She always wanted her home completed but wasn’t able to see it. So it would be nice to see this sweet lady enjoy the fruits of both of their labor. She had to feed him and make sacrifices as well.
@pastorpreacher95507 ай бұрын
Yes, I agree. The Cord phaeton needs mostly assembly. Then it will sell for quite a bit more don't you think. We've been looking into this. Anything's possible.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
Great video, Bless that sweet lady...
@collinreesejones55257 ай бұрын
Great story 👍❤️
@hubertbelden6527 ай бұрын
Labor of love and it shows in every piece . This will be his legacy . She has a good heart , she still can see this car and remember him
@davidnorth34117 ай бұрын
"Shows in every piece," exactly, well said. Thank you. The painted body panels in that semi? So much of a man's life and his wife speaking words over them.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
A superior and loving wife, he was a lucky man!
@davidascher18017 ай бұрын
Would love to see those rebuild done !
@Rushopium7 ай бұрын
Big lesson to me; restore faster... she is like my wife, without her I couldn't live my dream! Great upload and thanks for sharing.
@dotpeat13726 ай бұрын
Hat off to this lady wish I would had the pleasure of meeting her husband When she talk about her husband and there relationship reminds me of me and my wife true love at its best Thanks for video
@timwilson2947 ай бұрын
Every "car guy" needs to watch this. Then lay a tape measure down on the ground and look at where you are now in relation to how much time you have left on the clock.
@shaftmasterlathes7 ай бұрын
Tape measure is on the edge of my workbench for that reason...one inch equals one year. Way too many inches into my projects.😂
@commentdeleted1737 ай бұрын
You did that? I'd like to know more. I am finding a common thread on this, and see that thread in numerous comments. Can you also send me an email with images? My email is jerryheasley@gmail.com
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
Wow hope she gets the best price
@patrickscanlon16317 ай бұрын
She is a nice lady. Thanks for the video!
@cjespers7 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@thewriter25496 ай бұрын
How do you restore, one piece at a time. nice stuff ! ! !
@ronaldfarmer12087 ай бұрын
I hope she's getting top dollar for his legacy! Sad he never finished it, but maybe there's a reason... good video! I hope you follow up!
@joy2own7 ай бұрын
I hope we follow up with a restored Cord, driven along very slowly at the car show with people on either side cheering and one special person inside.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
My first phone call would be to Jay Leno have him make an offer.
@pauljanssen75947 ай бұрын
You really have an interesting business , and life meeting people and dealing with cars. Thank you for showing us.
@lanceconstruction14396 ай бұрын
wow that lady is sitting on a gold mine. Very rare cars.
@vickslab46087 ай бұрын
I'd love for someone just to put together the body panels and install the engined/drivetrain. Would be really cool to see it 80- 90% complete. As always, thank you for the wonderful video. I grew up near Red Praetorious junkyard in Saugerties NY. The old cars that man and family had were amazing.
@buffdoc467 ай бұрын
Not a bad idea
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
Finally got to see this video Jerry. Very interesting. You have the best job on the planet my friend. Talk to you soon. Dan
@danbailey87637 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
That’s going to be my wife someday. Standing in my garage and having no idea what I have. She has no interest at all and I just hope it goes to a good home. It’s in the thrill of the hunt.♥️👍🏼🙏
@stevebeck577 ай бұрын
My wife tells me all the time that she has no idea what will happen to everything I have when I am gone because she has no clue what any of its worth. As she says, they are all just hunks of metal. And I dang sure cant tell her how much stuff cost lol.
@timothyharris3777 ай бұрын
This is a great story. How does one bid on these amazing items?
@episnod7 ай бұрын
I have a 1936 Cord Westchester. Mine on my 4 post lift above my 65 GTO. The Cord is complete with body in primer but drive train is not installed. It is hard to find parts and help for these classics here in Alaska and at age 74 my birthdays are disappearing. Best of luck
@ronjones10777 ай бұрын
When we go to Alaska (next summer) maybe we can video your story? Send me an email with a few images of the Cord as it sits. In other words, do not disturb the scene. My email is jerryheasley@gmail.com
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
I fell in love with Cord at the Cord Duesenberg Museum in indiana. It’s a must see!
@ProctorsGamble6 ай бұрын
He didn't care if he finished the car or not. It was enjoyment that he received from away from his wife. But mainly the calmness he received from working with his hands and the knowledge he gained from working on cars. It's the true love of his life and his wife was jealous of it. He loved himself the way it should be. Not a narcissistic way but true loving way. He loved her but lived the fulfillment the work with cars brought him. A absolute true car guy.
@2dogsf-ing7 ай бұрын
Neat story and people. A man of limited means doesn't mean they don't have good taste or vision. A shame he wasn't able to see it through to completion and enjoy during his life but he likely experienced satisfaction knowing that his work would live on and be beneficial for a future owner(s) and preserved for posterity.
@kurtbrueske6 ай бұрын
Good stuff. Love it.
@patrickmcnabb19987 ай бұрын
Much appreciated!
@thewriter25496 ай бұрын
I am sure that this video will bring a few interest folks to inquire about the cars.
@mwrcrft7 ай бұрын
A man's love for automobies. I m same , same as millions of other men, along with a few women 😅 😅
@tkd4zgqg7 ай бұрын
Jerry, I can’t top what has already been said. Let’s just say this was another very moving video. Your videos are all that way to me.
@rogerd91507 ай бұрын
Appreciate that so much.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
I’m in my mid 60s, sold my collection a couple years ago, don’t miss the work. Tools will be next.
@nadenolam83687 ай бұрын
I stumbled across a barn Cord in eastern Washington back in the 80’s. He sold me some parts for my 39 ford, but I always wondered what became of his collection.
@danwebber94947 ай бұрын
WOW!
@johnhavrilak97347 ай бұрын
I'd love to finish that in my shop. Would be the greatest next to a Dusenberg.
@sheltonsautomasters2797 ай бұрын
Send me an email please - jerryheasley@gmail.com or call me at 806-236-3681
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
He was in love with the process, nothing wrong with that but it can leave a mess for your survivors.
@blacksquirrel40087 ай бұрын
I hear this all the time. Old cars are worth money. With a little help from car friend Dave the collection is selling.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
KIP. KEEPING IT PRIDEFUL!!!
@LORDS-SWORD7 ай бұрын
I was looking for images of when his former students showed up at a car show in Rochester, MN to honor him. I believe that would have been the summer of 2022.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
@@thewriter2549 seemed like a cool guy. And his wife is very nice!!
@LORDS-SWORD7 ай бұрын
I wish I could have found a wife like her. Doesn’t get involved with how much it cost and just got used to it. My wife, now ex-wife handled all the finances and cut my hobbies to just working. Though she kept us out of debt, she made life miserable for a car lover like me. I learned that you need to find someone who either shares you hobby or tolerates it. We did neither of which.
@nutandboltguy37207 ай бұрын
Looks like all she had left was the Cords because you didn't show much about the others around the 3:30 time. Hopefully she will find a good home for them.
@charleshaggard43417 ай бұрын
Correct, which there was also a Model A pickup that we could not find a picture of.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
Kip was a very nice man, I was in this building within the last 2 years buying a few things from him.
@briananderinlarson53187 ай бұрын
Did that Cord 812 Windsor come from SC or Georgia? It looks like my uncle's car.
@dickritchie25967 ай бұрын
Milwaukee area
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
I've seen the cord collectible cars in Clive Cussler collection of cars he wrote about him in his books
@jed17297 ай бұрын
I met Clive and photographed him and some of his cars for a magazine feature.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
I love this story, My wife and I are down to about 15 cars and it's hard for me to work on them now, I'd rather the unfinished ones get crushed after I die than sell them to some ahole who will flip them or install a crate LS engine because they don't understand carburetors or whatever. It's about the love of the machine, not the money.
@edpoe46227 ай бұрын
Friendly fella aren't you.
@keithbronson97777 ай бұрын
I'm worn out on the LS swaps myself, but not to the extent that I would prefer a classic car get crushed as the only alternative.
@TheSaturnV7 ай бұрын
I agree 100%. I hope this story shows collectors to enjoy their cars as long as they want. no pressure to sell out.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
Why not give them away to the right people?
@bertiewooster33267 ай бұрын
I was developing a similar type of problem, until my father died and I had to get rid of all his stuff and I didn’t want other people to have to go through all my stuff. So since I was in the junk clearing mindset for my father, I did the same thing for myself. Just get rid of it all. Because if you don’t, someone else will and they are going to just hire a hunk man to toss it all into dumpsters. Believe me, unless you got piles of gold bricks, all the car stuff is worthless. Clothes are worthless. Electronics are worthless. Only good and silver has value. The other stuff is just tons of heavy weights that cost more to dispose of than their value.
@Traderjoe7 ай бұрын
Someone get a hold of Jay Leno. I would but don't have his number. Pay the lady a fair price, go have it put back together and take the sweet lady for a ride in style. Maybe take her out to dinner? I'd donate to that cause.
@harvyss1367 ай бұрын
It’s a shame people bite off more than they can chew.
@DMUSA5367 ай бұрын
So you would rather he had just retired, sat in a rocking chair and died a year later? Projects like this keep a person going AND if they get ill, give them something to look forward to / a reason to get better.
@bobroberts23717 ай бұрын
Yes, well said!
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
@@bobroberts2371 you missed the point. 🤦♂️
@DMUSA5367 ай бұрын
@@DMUSA536 And your point is?
@bobroberts23717 ай бұрын
Its not about the ride, its the journey, we all have dreams , if you lose that whats the point
@durwardmedlin8107 ай бұрын
I hope she is paid what it's worth and not taken advantage of...
@lcskibird88837 ай бұрын
Dave is there for insure that.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
You call Heavy D Sparks who will come out and buy everything in one shot.
@marcuslinton3106 ай бұрын
I hope guys would sell this stuff and not leave family to deal with it..
@lcskibird88837 ай бұрын
In my belief in the universe when you pass away you'll have all you're favorite things and family partners and just no crime
@shawnaburns5158Ай бұрын
Y father if was still alive would be 111 y.o right now, he grew up with these cars. He always told me that the 2 best cars ever made was a Cord and a Deusenburg. He also said that LaSalle was a great car until it was acquired by Cadillac.
@davidjenkins19587 ай бұрын
I really like first hand information like your father gave you.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
I'd spotted the Cord straight off. Front wheel drive V8 and all .
@Mercmad6 ай бұрын
And you know what, I did hot spot it right off! And that's why it was so much of a shock when I realized what I was looking at.. That was when I said "Oh," in the video. I know what a 1936 Cord looks like. That's why I showed the book I bought years ago for $400.
@thewriter25496 ай бұрын
There are many many many many wives out there who after he dies is left with a barn, or a workshop, or a collection that they know not what to do with . And he has left it to them to dispose of. A lot of these gals just call up the GOT JUNK? truck and it all gets hauled off to the dump. !
@ourv96037 ай бұрын
But, that is not what happened here. Right? This woman is selling off the cars and parts with help from a car friend of her husband. At the very end, when they are walking away from the trailer, listen to the words she says.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
I wish that gentleman would help me find a 77-78 Dodge Monaco/Plymouth Fury Police Pursuit 440 car. Trying to find a real police car is extremely hard to find one.
@MrWill737 ай бұрын
He's more into the Model A's and flathead Ford V8's. If somebody has one maybe they can email me and I'll pass it along to you.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
Hello, Sunny
@hyperchuk7 ай бұрын
Jay probably bought it all. He probably restored both of them. He has a matching set a 2 door and 4 door.
@danielcompton83257 ай бұрын
Nothing has happened yet. I'll do a follow up on what happens.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
I'm sure they will take her to the cleaners 😂😂😂😂
@elray24467 ай бұрын
Absolutely not, and this is what car friends help with, in this case Dave.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
After I graduated from high school in 1969 I worked at the Cord factory in Mannford, Oklahoma. Not the original Cords, of course, but reproductions. I believe we even sold one of them to John Wayne.
@flower22897 ай бұрын
Wow, how many Cords did they make? Do you take any photos?
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
Sell the four door and use the money to have the convertible put together, go for one ride and then put it in a museum in his name.
@TheCbxmaster7 ай бұрын
What a great lady for such a great man. You just do not see couples like this anymore. Ever since that f-ism crap and social media that gave today's girls Histrionic personality disorder , they Are no good for even a medium term relationship.
@johnkoury11166 ай бұрын
" What a great lady and such a great man," I would agree. But, HPD is extremely rare, affecting about 1% of women AND men, so to label "today's girl's" with this is far from a possibility.
@thewriter25496 ай бұрын
The problem is she took "no interest" in his passion. Now it's about money, now she's interested.!
@woolyhighlander72806 ай бұрын
Iam at this cross road in my life I have to finish my hot rod model t project and have given instructions to my sister on what where and how all the parts and pieces go together if I don't make it I look at Craigslist and market place and laugh at the prices you can't take it with you
@davidwilfong58207 ай бұрын
Send me an email (with images) about this. My email is jerryheasley@gmail.com
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
I doubt there will be any trouble at *all* selling the Cord, parts and/or anything in the shop.
@therestorationshop7 ай бұрын
I agree. It just takes time. That's what Dave said. Since paint and body work is done, I think it would be best to assemble the car and get it running and get a higher price. What do you think?
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
@@thewriter2549 With most cars I would agree. For the Cord I think it might be specific to the buyer. I would buy everything on that side of the shop as is. I'd restore the car and then sell any left over parts. I think the value of the Cord would support a concourse level restoration but I'd let that be the decision of the buyer. You might put it together for organization but I think the reality is that any restorer is going to want everything within 50' of the car.
@therestorationshop7 ай бұрын
It would take several more years to complete the work. That’s a huge project and should only be done right not hastily assembled.
@ozarksailor27146 ай бұрын
That car should be put together so his wife can enjoy it , should stay in the family.
@atribecalledcookies47 ай бұрын
I thought the last word was going to be "Skeleton".
@danielmoose12737 ай бұрын
So now he gets to dissolve her prize collections.
@prestonj88397 ай бұрын
That's what is called a "BASKET CASE". The worst thing that you can do to a car is take it apart and not put it back together. Of little or know value, even being a cord. The only one who could put this car together "right" is someone who has knowledge of these cars, and they are few and far between. Its is likely you will find a sucker who will pay more but end up destroying the car. Donate both cords the the ACD museum.
@vw4x47 ай бұрын
Wait and see, and the Cord is not a basket case because with that beautiful body and paint work.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
These are certainly worth money to the right people . Someone like Jay Leno , etc. " Serious " collectors on Hemmings . Unfortunately , you don't want to waste time with the big mouths - ALL stories and NO money . Some have ZERO skills . Hopefully you can get help to sell this to the right people for fair prices .
@billsmith22127 ай бұрын
have a real Auction company come in and have real people / buyers bid on it that know what it is and know what its for and be willing to pay the Auction company for there work that way you will get the best bang for the buck
@chrisjarvis44497 ай бұрын
Auction companies are difficult to deal with ,with massive fees ( buyers and sellers premiums ) and costs for advertising etc. The vendor ends up getting less than if the car were sold privately...a lot less in many cases.
@Mercmad6 ай бұрын
ya let me know how that works out for you !
@chrisjarvis44496 ай бұрын
I found a bunch of half cars . I think there 1942 1/2 . They are in a barn with the roof caving in . Don know the owner
@laven1116 ай бұрын
So, can you think about calling or emailing me and maybe I can do a video/story? My email is jerryheasley@gmail.com
@thewriter25496 ай бұрын
Call Jay Leno I would absolutely count on him to help you be careful Don’t get scammed good luck Jerry Mcdonogh
@jmcd39707 ай бұрын
She's right. Improperly stored and maintained cars end up losing all value and is reduced to junk. People are stupid with things they own and don't maintain.
@chrisperry90027 ай бұрын
Yes, she is right.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
@@thewriter2549 if you're going to store a vehicle or anything long term do it correctly. Or you're just wasting your money. When nice or vermin get to it it's usually worthless. Whether it's an unimportant model or a Corvette,do it right or just give it to a friend before its value goes to the rats. I hate when people do that.
@chrisperry90027 ай бұрын
I do understand his passion as I do have same passion, but I believe that using extra income to buy a rental properties or duplexes in good shape and location would really yield or generate a good and possible a great income, rather than unfinished antique assets and parts. I Wish his Wife can make a great money out of sepping it, and be able to manage her money in good manner. Wish you the best.
@johnkaplanian7 ай бұрын
I get your analysis, but sometimes it's not about the money.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
So, what will she get? There must be cord guys out there…
@angelonicassio71317 ай бұрын
We shall see
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
Get hold of Jay Leno
@daytonwoodford43866 ай бұрын
Really? I figure if he has any interest in these cars he'll do the getting hold of.
@thewriter25496 ай бұрын
You aging collectors need to stop collecting and start considering your family!
@ronwade22067 ай бұрын
This isn't a collection, It's a hoard. People that collect, keep them displayed nicely and in good order.
@thra5herxb12s7 ай бұрын
The cost to put that cord back together would be more than worth .
@richardthomas15667 ай бұрын
No, the paint and bodywork is done, so not so much less.
@thewriter25497 ай бұрын
That’s a coach built car not a mustang. At least 100k to finish
@ozarksailor27146 ай бұрын
I'm not a Jay Leno fan, I think he is a self center person and a phony person and He not funny either. This is amazing Cord and Cord engine WoW Thank You, (Just don't say Jay Leno)
@czechappy7 ай бұрын
I have a similar veiw regarding the suggestions that Jay leno be the man to do what ever with it,But,hes not the only Cord enthusiast out there. While not as wildly popular as they were 20 years ago ,they still fetch big money with premium examples going for $100,000 . And parts are still available for them.Theres a company in the US who makes replacement bits. The only complicated parts are the front axles .The trans shifter is simple as is the Lycoming V8.
@Mercmad6 ай бұрын
Glad to see I'm not the only 1 who felt the same way !
@Fred_NaughT4 ай бұрын
Contact bad chad
@stifffingers51857 ай бұрын
Couldn't wait for him to go so she could sell all his stuff. Happens everyday. DON'T GET MARRIED!
@minbannister36257 ай бұрын
Lots of stuff to sort out and sell. Auction company needed
@jaivette7 ай бұрын
Too small of a pile for an auction. The other 2 thirds of the garage don't belong to his wife.
@bobroberts23717 ай бұрын
There's got to be a "You Tube" channel out here that can assemble that car for her , ....
@RjTrebek7 ай бұрын
It looks like he built the new steel garage first in 1999 and then filled it with his automotive treasures. 🥸
What a lovely lady, she supported his passion all those years, what man doesn't want someone like that in their life. God Bless Her
Exactly my feelings.
This man is what you call a true friend.
This was such a cool video. I cried the whole time. I turn 49 in a couple weeks and I've really been missing some of my loved ones who are gone. People just don't understand how these cars tie us to people and family or in my case,my childhood. There will never be another 70 ls6 chevelle, or 66 big block Corvette, or in my case....me being 8 years old in 1982 going to see my grandmother in those cars. I remember just dreaming that one day I'd own mine. Now those cars are 100k and no amount of money can put my grandmas back in their kitchens again. Thank you for this video and I hope your shelby is coming along.
Yes, my Shelby is finished, and we are working out the bugs. Thanks for asking.
Can’t wait to see your Shelby Jerry!
My dad passed away and left a garage full of British MG cars. We sold two rare 1934 cars that needed too much work and we busy reviving the other two that stood for 10 years and are pretty good still. The memories and the connection I have with these vehicles is priceless. Some of them were in parades with beauty queens on them, they did shows and rallies and were an inregral part of our family. Luckily we saved them from the wolves that thought they could hit my mother with lowball prices.
When Jerry asked Joni how much money Kip spent on the cars and what he did for a living he could have been interviewing my wife. I’m a retired teacher too and I have projects that would never pencil out if I didn’t do just about everything myself. Rest in Peace Kip. Somebody will finish up your Cord.
Jay Leno would kill to have this car , call him and tell him you have a two door and he will fly to get there as fast as possible . He would do the resto on it properly.
adorable lady!!!
So thankful for our supportive wives 👍Great to see Joanie has support from an experienced friend. Best days to you Jerry !
Thanks Bubba, haven't heard from you in a while.
@@thewriter2549- I do not chase the feed anymore, interact with those that comment on my stuff, or when I see my old friends in the feed 👍
Would be great to see both finished.
Mercy *Jerry* - a CORD? Actually, more than one! Another great episode, my friend. Thanks! - Ed on the Ridge
Hey Ed, a Cord, yes, you just never know. I always liked those cars.
This makes me want to cry. So sad that he never got to drive it. I hope she can find someone to pay her what those very special cars are worth.
Mr. Leno is the right one to contact for that Cord. I bet they could work out a mutually beneficial arrangement and get the car completed the way that it should be.
Wow! What a story, amazing man, and an even more amazing wife!
Great couple
To own one of the greatest cars ever made , has to be a small miracle … Cord , Auburn and Deusenbergs are the greatest cars ever made , even after almost 100 years ❤❤
Such a touching story. It would be wonderful if someone was able to step in and do a car rehab for this sweet lady at no cost to her. So she can enjoy what her husband worked so hard to layout the ground work. My mom just passed and my father was a builder, who fixed everyone else’s houses, even built and repaired churches mostly out of his pocket. He started tearing into their house for a remodel project many years before his retirement and never finished what he had started. She always wanted her home completed but wasn’t able to see it. So it would be nice to see this sweet lady enjoy the fruits of both of their labor. She had to feed him and make sacrifices as well.
Yes, I agree. The Cord phaeton needs mostly assembly. Then it will sell for quite a bit more don't you think. We've been looking into this. Anything's possible.
Great video, Bless that sweet lady...
Great story 👍❤️
Labor of love and it shows in every piece . This will be his legacy . She has a good heart , she still can see this car and remember him
"Shows in every piece," exactly, well said. Thank you. The painted body panels in that semi? So much of a man's life and his wife speaking words over them.
A superior and loving wife, he was a lucky man!
Would love to see those rebuild done !
Big lesson to me; restore faster... she is like my wife, without her I couldn't live my dream! Great upload and thanks for sharing.
Hat off to this lady wish I would had the pleasure of meeting her husband When she talk about her husband and there relationship reminds me of me and my wife true love at its best Thanks for video
Every "car guy" needs to watch this. Then lay a tape measure down on the ground and look at where you are now in relation to how much time you have left on the clock.
Tape measure is on the edge of my workbench for that reason...one inch equals one year. Way too many inches into my projects.😂
You did that? I'd like to know more. I am finding a common thread on this, and see that thread in numerous comments. Can you also send me an email with images? My email is jerryheasley@gmail.com
Wow hope she gets the best price
She is a nice lady. Thanks for the video!
Thanks for watching!
How do you restore, one piece at a time. nice stuff ! ! !
I hope she's getting top dollar for his legacy! Sad he never finished it, but maybe there's a reason... good video! I hope you follow up!
I hope we follow up with a restored Cord, driven along very slowly at the car show with people on either side cheering and one special person inside.
My first phone call would be to Jay Leno have him make an offer.
You really have an interesting business , and life meeting people and dealing with cars. Thank you for showing us.
wow that lady is sitting on a gold mine. Very rare cars.
I'd love for someone just to put together the body panels and install the engined/drivetrain. Would be really cool to see it 80- 90% complete. As always, thank you for the wonderful video. I grew up near Red Praetorious junkyard in Saugerties NY. The old cars that man and family had were amazing.
Not a bad idea
Finally got to see this video Jerry. Very interesting. You have the best job on the planet my friend. Talk to you soon. Dan
Thanks 👍
That’s going to be my wife someday. Standing in my garage and having no idea what I have. She has no interest at all and I just hope it goes to a good home. It’s in the thrill of the hunt.♥️👍🏼🙏
My wife tells me all the time that she has no idea what will happen to everything I have when I am gone because she has no clue what any of its worth. As she says, they are all just hunks of metal. And I dang sure cant tell her how much stuff cost lol.
This is a great story. How does one bid on these amazing items?
I have a 1936 Cord Westchester. Mine on my 4 post lift above my 65 GTO. The Cord is complete with body in primer but drive train is not installed. It is hard to find parts and help for these classics here in Alaska and at age 74 my birthdays are disappearing. Best of luck
When we go to Alaska (next summer) maybe we can video your story? Send me an email with a few images of the Cord as it sits. In other words, do not disturb the scene. My email is jerryheasley@gmail.com
I fell in love with Cord at the Cord Duesenberg Museum in indiana. It’s a must see!
He didn't care if he finished the car or not. It was enjoyment that he received from away from his wife. But mainly the calmness he received from working with his hands and the knowledge he gained from working on cars. It's the true love of his life and his wife was jealous of it. He loved himself the way it should be. Not a narcissistic way but true loving way. He loved her but lived the fulfillment the work with cars brought him. A absolute true car guy.
Neat story and people. A man of limited means doesn't mean they don't have good taste or vision. A shame he wasn't able to see it through to completion and enjoy during his life but he likely experienced satisfaction knowing that his work would live on and be beneficial for a future owner(s) and preserved for posterity.
Good stuff. Love it.
Much appreciated!
I am sure that this video will bring a few interest folks to inquire about the cars.
A man's love for automobies. I m same , same as millions of other men, along with a few women 😅 😅
Jerry, I can’t top what has already been said. Let’s just say this was another very moving video. Your videos are all that way to me.
Appreciate that so much.
I’m in my mid 60s, sold my collection a couple years ago, don’t miss the work. Tools will be next.
I stumbled across a barn Cord in eastern Washington back in the 80’s. He sold me some parts for my 39 ford, but I always wondered what became of his collection.
WOW!
I'd love to finish that in my shop. Would be the greatest next to a Dusenberg.
Send me an email please - jerryheasley@gmail.com or call me at 806-236-3681
He was in love with the process, nothing wrong with that but it can leave a mess for your survivors.
I hear this all the time. Old cars are worth money. With a little help from car friend Dave the collection is selling.
KIP. KEEPING IT PRIDEFUL!!!
I was looking for images of when his former students showed up at a car show in Rochester, MN to honor him. I believe that would have been the summer of 2022.
@@thewriter2549 seemed like a cool guy. And his wife is very nice!!
I wish I could have found a wife like her. Doesn’t get involved with how much it cost and just got used to it. My wife, now ex-wife handled all the finances and cut my hobbies to just working. Though she kept us out of debt, she made life miserable for a car lover like me. I learned that you need to find someone who either shares you hobby or tolerates it. We did neither of which.
Looks like all she had left was the Cords because you didn't show much about the others around the 3:30 time. Hopefully she will find a good home for them.
Correct, which there was also a Model A pickup that we could not find a picture of.
Kip was a very nice man, I was in this building within the last 2 years buying a few things from him.
Did that Cord 812 Windsor come from SC or Georgia? It looks like my uncle's car.
Milwaukee area
I've seen the cord collectible cars in Clive Cussler collection of cars he wrote about him in his books
I met Clive and photographed him and some of his cars for a magazine feature.
I love this story, My wife and I are down to about 15 cars and it's hard for me to work on them now, I'd rather the unfinished ones get crushed after I die than sell them to some ahole who will flip them or install a crate LS engine because they don't understand carburetors or whatever. It's about the love of the machine, not the money.
Friendly fella aren't you.
I'm worn out on the LS swaps myself, but not to the extent that I would prefer a classic car get crushed as the only alternative.
I agree 100%. I hope this story shows collectors to enjoy their cars as long as they want. no pressure to sell out.
Why not give them away to the right people?
I was developing a similar type of problem, until my father died and I had to get rid of all his stuff and I didn’t want other people to have to go through all my stuff. So since I was in the junk clearing mindset for my father, I did the same thing for myself. Just get rid of it all. Because if you don’t, someone else will and they are going to just hire a hunk man to toss it all into dumpsters. Believe me, unless you got piles of gold bricks, all the car stuff is worthless. Clothes are worthless. Electronics are worthless. Only good and silver has value. The other stuff is just tons of heavy weights that cost more to dispose of than their value.
Someone get a hold of Jay Leno. I would but don't have his number. Pay the lady a fair price, go have it put back together and take the sweet lady for a ride in style. Maybe take her out to dinner? I'd donate to that cause.
It’s a shame people bite off more than they can chew.
So you would rather he had just retired, sat in a rocking chair and died a year later? Projects like this keep a person going AND if they get ill, give them something to look forward to / a reason to get better.
Yes, well said!
@@bobroberts2371 you missed the point. 🤦♂️
@@DMUSA536 And your point is?
Its not about the ride, its the journey, we all have dreams , if you lose that whats the point
I hope she is paid what it's worth and not taken advantage of...
Dave is there for insure that.
You call Heavy D Sparks who will come out and buy everything in one shot.
I hope guys would sell this stuff and not leave family to deal with it..
In my belief in the universe when you pass away you'll have all you're favorite things and family partners and just no crime
Y father if was still alive would be 111 y.o right now, he grew up with these cars. He always told me that the 2 best cars ever made was a Cord and a Deusenburg. He also said that LaSalle was a great car until it was acquired by Cadillac.
I really like first hand information like your father gave you.
I'd spotted the Cord straight off. Front wheel drive V8 and all .
And you know what, I did hot spot it right off! And that's why it was so much of a shock when I realized what I was looking at.. That was when I said "Oh," in the video. I know what a 1936 Cord looks like. That's why I showed the book I bought years ago for $400.
There are many many many many wives out there who after he dies is left with a barn, or a workshop, or a collection that they know not what to do with . And he has left it to them to dispose of. A lot of these gals just call up the GOT JUNK? truck and it all gets hauled off to the dump. !
But, that is not what happened here. Right? This woman is selling off the cars and parts with help from a car friend of her husband. At the very end, when they are walking away from the trailer, listen to the words she says.
I wish that gentleman would help me find a 77-78 Dodge Monaco/Plymouth Fury Police Pursuit 440 car. Trying to find a real police car is extremely hard to find one.
He's more into the Model A's and flathead Ford V8's. If somebody has one maybe they can email me and I'll pass it along to you.
Hello, Sunny
Jay probably bought it all. He probably restored both of them. He has a matching set a 2 door and 4 door.
Nothing has happened yet. I'll do a follow up on what happens.
I'm sure they will take her to the cleaners 😂😂😂😂
Absolutely not, and this is what car friends help with, in this case Dave.
After I graduated from high school in 1969 I worked at the Cord factory in Mannford, Oklahoma. Not the original Cords, of course, but reproductions. I believe we even sold one of them to John Wayne.
Wow, how many Cords did they make? Do you take any photos?
Sell the four door and use the money to have the convertible put together, go for one ride and then put it in a museum in his name.
What a great lady for such a great man. You just do not see couples like this anymore. Ever since that f-ism crap and social media that gave today's girls Histrionic personality disorder , they Are no good for even a medium term relationship.
" What a great lady and such a great man," I would agree. But, HPD is extremely rare, affecting about 1% of women AND men, so to label "today's girl's" with this is far from a possibility.
The problem is she took "no interest" in his passion. Now it's about money, now she's interested.!
Iam at this cross road in my life I have to finish my hot rod model t project and have given instructions to my sister on what where and how all the parts and pieces go together if I don't make it I look at Craigslist and market place and laugh at the prices you can't take it with you
Send me an email (with images) about this. My email is jerryheasley@gmail.com
I doubt there will be any trouble at *all* selling the Cord, parts and/or anything in the shop.
I agree. It just takes time. That's what Dave said. Since paint and body work is done, I think it would be best to assemble the car and get it running and get a higher price. What do you think?
@@thewriter2549 With most cars I would agree. For the Cord I think it might be specific to the buyer. I would buy everything on that side of the shop as is. I'd restore the car and then sell any left over parts. I think the value of the Cord would support a concourse level restoration but I'd let that be the decision of the buyer. You might put it together for organization but I think the reality is that any restorer is going to want everything within 50' of the car.
It would take several more years to complete the work. That’s a huge project and should only be done right not hastily assembled.
That car should be put together so his wife can enjoy it , should stay in the family.
I thought the last word was going to be "Skeleton".
So now he gets to dissolve her prize collections.
That's what is called a "BASKET CASE". The worst thing that you can do to a car is take it apart and not put it back together. Of little or know value, even being a cord. The only one who could put this car together "right" is someone who has knowledge of these cars, and they are few and far between. Its is likely you will find a sucker who will pay more but end up destroying the car. Donate both cords the the ACD museum.
Wait and see, and the Cord is not a basket case because with that beautiful body and paint work.
These are certainly worth money to the right people . Someone like Jay Leno , etc. " Serious " collectors on Hemmings . Unfortunately , you don't want to waste time with the big mouths - ALL stories and NO money . Some have ZERO skills . Hopefully you can get help to sell this to the right people for fair prices .
have a real Auction company come in and have real people / buyers bid on it that know what it is and know what its for and be willing to pay the Auction company for there work that way you will get the best bang for the buck
Auction companies are difficult to deal with ,with massive fees ( buyers and sellers premiums ) and costs for advertising etc. The vendor ends up getting less than if the car were sold privately...a lot less in many cases.
ya let me know how that works out for you !
I found a bunch of half cars . I think there 1942 1/2 . They are in a barn with the roof caving in . Don know the owner
So, can you think about calling or emailing me and maybe I can do a video/story? My email is jerryheasley@gmail.com
Call Jay Leno I would absolutely count on him to help you be careful Don’t get scammed good luck Jerry Mcdonogh
She's right. Improperly stored and maintained cars end up losing all value and is reduced to junk. People are stupid with things they own and don't maintain.
Yes, she is right.
@@thewriter2549 if you're going to store a vehicle or anything long term do it correctly. Or you're just wasting your money. When nice or vermin get to it it's usually worthless. Whether it's an unimportant model or a Corvette,do it right or just give it to a friend before its value goes to the rats. I hate when people do that.
I do understand his passion as I do have same passion, but I believe that using extra income to buy a rental properties or duplexes in good shape and location would really yield or generate a good and possible a great income, rather than unfinished antique assets and parts. I Wish his Wife can make a great money out of sepping it, and be able to manage her money in good manner. Wish you the best.
I get your analysis, but sometimes it's not about the money.
So, what will she get? There must be cord guys out there…
We shall see
Get hold of Jay Leno
Really? I figure if he has any interest in these cars he'll do the getting hold of.
You aging collectors need to stop collecting and start considering your family!
This isn't a collection, It's a hoard. People that collect, keep them displayed nicely and in good order.
The cost to put that cord back together would be more than worth .
No, the paint and bodywork is done, so not so much less.
That’s a coach built car not a mustang. At least 100k to finish
I'm not a Jay Leno fan, I think he is a self center person and a phony person and He not funny either. This is amazing Cord and Cord engine WoW Thank You, (Just don't say Jay Leno)
I have a similar veiw regarding the suggestions that Jay leno be the man to do what ever with it,But,hes not the only Cord enthusiast out there. While not as wildly popular as they were 20 years ago ,they still fetch big money with premium examples going for $100,000 . And parts are still available for them.Theres a company in the US who makes replacement bits. The only complicated parts are the front axles .The trans shifter is simple as is the Lycoming V8.
Glad to see I'm not the only 1 who felt the same way !
Contact bad chad
Couldn't wait for him to go so she could sell all his stuff. Happens everyday. DON'T GET MARRIED!
Lots of stuff to sort out and sell. Auction company needed
Too small of a pile for an auction. The other 2 thirds of the garage don't belong to his wife.
There's got to be a "You Tube" channel out here that can assemble that car for her , ....
It looks like he built the new steel garage first in 1999 and then filled it with his automotive treasures. 🥸