The Simplex Crane Model 5 was a striking luxury automobile. Produced in the early 1900’s, it featured all the comforts and convenience items one might expect in a such an extravagant car.
The Simplex Automobile Company advertised the car as, “To those who demand the utmost in smoothness flexibility and luxurious comfort, this car is dedicated.” The short-lived company built racing and touring cars, yet was best known for their high-priced luxury cars, enjoyed by an elite clientele.
The Crane Simplex was an piece of beauty. The bodies of the Crane Simplex were built by the best coach builders of the day and the chassis was even guaranteed for life as long as it remained the property of the original purchaser.
The one shown in the above photos was ordered by John D. Rockefeller Jr. as a birthday present for his father, John D. Rockefeller Sr. A note recorded to the Brewster Body reads, “John D. Rockefeller…One 7 passenger Touring body for Crane Simplex Chassis 2358 to be duplicate of the one we have on his crane Simplex 1280…Mr.R is making birthday gift of car to his father and request us to endeavor to have it completed for delivery July 8th. Do our best.” .
The automobile was complete with two bodies, one for summer (open touring) and one for winter (closed touring) motoring.
To assist in the preparations for the grand opening of America’s Car Museum, technician Chris Kirk performed touch up repairs to restore the lavish vehicle back to its original condition. By using our premium paint repair systems, Chris was able to perfectly match the vintage color and finish.
The Victory Hardball motorcycle is one of the most modern motorcycles of its kind.
Victory’s motorcycles are designed to compete directly with Harley Davidson and similar American-style motorcycle brands with the V-twin engines, sport-touring, and cruiser configurations.
Seeking to diversify its products, the company decided to produce a large motorcycle manufactured entirely in the United States. The first Victory motorcycle, the V92C, debuted at Planet Hollywood in the Mall of America. Production began in late 1998, and by the 1999 the V92C was complete. The V92C was the largest engine available at the time, and sparked a race among motorcycle manufacturers to build bigger and better engines. We jump to 2012 when the Hard Ball is introduced and sets a whole new stage for motorcycles.
The core of the 2012 Victory Hard-Ball comes from its best-selling brother, the High-Ball. Blacked-out spoked wheels and a longer fender distinguish the Hard-Ball from the High-Ball. The famous Freedom V-Twin power engine is the heart of the bike and is expertly balanced for perfectly controlled explosions that deliver 97 horsepower and 109 ft. lbs. of hole shot torque.
Technician Joe Krawczyk performed perfect paint refinishing repairs to the back of the bike. While the customer was told replacement of the entire back panel was the only option, Joe was able to flawlessly repair the scratch saving the customer time as well as money.
The High Rolling Hot Rods Vintage Vehicle Show is taking place next Saturday April 28th 2012 at the Quinault Casino in Ocean Shores WA. Showcasing everything from custom cars and hot rods to some of America’s finest classics, TheVintage Vehicle Show is the longest running car show on television. Each episode focuses on an automotive museum, a car show, or a private collection somewhere in the United States.
In order to prepare for the event, technician Cameron Hope was called upon to complete touch-up restoration to many of the show’s classic vehicles. Using our flawless repair systems, Cameron was able to perfectly match the custom vintage colors restoring them to their original showroom look and feel.
The leather in some cars wears extremely fast; others seem to last for years. Nonetheless, most leather will age over time; with the proper maintenance it can last a lot longer. Sameday provides a vast range of interior car leather repair services, including cleaning, re-dye, rejuvenation, restoration, stain removal, and expert repair of cuts and tears.
We use a unique three step process which includes deep clean, rejuvenation, and protection. The deep clean removes embedded dirt and grime; rejuvenation restores fat liquors back into the leather, and the protection creates a barrier to guard against future staining. Our OEM basecoat/topcoat system will restore suppleness and increase the durability of your leather seats while at the same time restore them to a “like new” appearance.
Using the exact Tier 1, OEM coatings used and specified for premium furniture manufacturers, our technicians are trained in the application of the same leather products used in the finest tanneries.
As a final step, Sameday applies a special protectant to the newly cleaned and rejuvenated leather. This protectant repels water, coffee, soda pop and most other normal spills.
Our services come with a lifetime warranty guaranteeing the quality of our work.
At our drive-in facility in Olympia WA, located at the entrance to the Olympia Capitol Auto Mall, we provide you with expert dent and scratch removal, alloy wheel refinishing, and leather restoration.
With our efficient repair systems, your vehicle will be available for pick-up the very same day you drop it off.
Our dedication to providing our customers with unparalleled craftsmanship and quality service has put us among Olympia’s top auto repair and restoration shops.
Here is what customer Jan had to say about her experience,
Kudos to Joe Krawczyk at your Olympia location. I could not be happier with the work he did on my Camry. Not only that, he’s the most well-mannered young man I’ve run across in a long time! Should the need arise again, I know where I will take my car. And I will be telling my friends too.
Thanks! Jan from DuPont, WA
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Olympia, WA 98502
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