For Sale 68 Newport convertible

[carrman]

I'm working on it. I've never bought a car long distance like this before but Rich is being patient and helpful with me.

 

[67bullit]

I'm working on it. I've never bought a car long distance like this before but Rich is being patient and helpful with me.

Good luck on the purchace it seems like a very nice car.

 

[detmatt]

Gorgeous car!

 

[carrman]

I am pleased to announce that I have bought the car, and on Aug 31st, I'm flying to Albuquerque to drive it back home to Oregon.

 

[300rag]

That will be a nice drive home, but could still be a bit on the warm side. Good luck.

 

[commando1]

I am pleased to announce that I have bought the car, and on Aug 31st, I'm flying to Albuquerque to drive it back home to Oregon.

And I am pleased to announce that you are a mad man. Congratulations.

 

[carrman]

I was thinking about photo documenting the ride home. I better buy sunblock. And take a hat!

 

[Carmine]

I was thinking about photo documenting the ride home. I better buy sunblock. And take a hat!

I bet you'll realize you don't need the OD (or hidden hdlts) on this roadtrip. I've driven many a C from Phoenix to Detroit. Do document it!

 

[bulldogchesty]

Great deal, and have a wonderful trip.

 

[detmatt]

Congrats!

 

[Big_John]

I was thinking about photo documenting the ride home. I better buy sunblock. And take a hat!

and don't wear dark clothes....

But yes!! Document the trip!

 

[300rag]

If it is anything like my trip from ABQ to the coast in mid-September '04 was, you will end up with the top up for a lot of the trip. Without AC, many parts of that trip may be a matter of choosing "bake" (top up) or "broil" (top down) with your oven. I don't think your 68 has the option, but it sure was nice to be able to unzip the rear window on my 69 and get some flow-through ventillation.

 

[Carmine]

That is a good point. As much as I love AZ, it's more loveable in the fall. You'll be in the mountains (cooler) within 45 mins from PHX, but I don't know what the other states will be like.

 

[300rag]

Looks like he's on the way home

 

[Fratzog]

I feel sorry for Kraut. He was a very knowledgeable and the main reason I stayed on the Drydock as long as I did. Good to know his car is going to a good home.

 

[carrman]

Made it to Kingman tonight, ran with the top down for a couple hours until the cloudburst!!!

 

[carrman]

 

[carrman]

Now I debate if I'm up to running 850 miles to home.

 

[68Nwprt]

Now I debate if I'm up to running 850 miles to home.

Take your time and enjoy the ride. Love that Newport and thanks for the pictures.

 

[azblackhemi]

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"Such a fine sight to see" Glad your trip is going well Dave! Good luck on the rest of it.