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
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Exactly my feelings.
@Mike583
11 ай бұрын
This man is what you call a true friend.
@keithphillips6111
11 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.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Yes, my Shelby is finished, and we are working out the bugs. Thanks for asking.
@michaeladamo6279
11 ай бұрын
Can’t wait to see your Shelby Jerry!
@alancrossley509
11 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.
@Steverinomeister
11 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.
@TheCanadianBubba
11 ай бұрын
So thankful for our supportive wives 👍Great to see Joanie has support from an experienced friend. Best days to you Jerry !
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Thanks Bubba, haven't heard from you in a while.
@TheCanadianBubba
11 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 👍
@robertallen5358
11 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.
@gregorypeterson9
11 ай бұрын
adorable lady!!!
@pastorpreacher9550
11 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.
@thewriter2549
11 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.
@afwoods
11 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.
@dominickcolasanto6582
11 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.
@moparedtn
11 ай бұрын
Mercy *Jerry* - a CORD? Actually, more than one! Another great episode, my friend. Thanks! - Ed on the Ridge
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Hey Ed, a Cord, yes, you just never know. I always liked those cars.
@funken079
11 ай бұрын
Would be great to see both finished.
@tallspaniard1
11 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 ❤❤
@davidnorth3411
11 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
@thewriter2549
11 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.
@markdanielczyk944
11 ай бұрын
Wow! What a story, amazing man, and an even more amazing wife!
@nicholaslandolina
11 ай бұрын
Great couple
@davidascher1801
11 ай бұрын
A superior and loving wife, he was a lucky man!
@cjespers
11 ай бұрын
She is a nice lady. Thanks for the video!
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@collinreesejones5525
11 ай бұрын
Great video, Bless that sweet lady...
@shaftmasterlathes
11 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.
@commentdeleted173
11 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.😂
@thewriter2549
11 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
@dotpeat1372
11 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.
@stevebeck57
11 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.♥️👍🏼🙏
@timothyharris377
11 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.
@buffdoc46
11 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.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Not a bad idea
@timwilson294
11 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
@Scano41
11 ай бұрын
Wow hope she gets the best price
@pauljanssen7594
11 ай бұрын
My first phone call would be to Jay Leno have him make an offer.
@2dogsmowing
11 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.
@vickslab4608
11 ай бұрын
wow that lady is sitting on a gold mine. Very rare cars.
@hubertbelden652
11 ай бұрын
Great story 👍❤️
@Rushopium
11 ай бұрын
Would love to see those rebuild done !
@joy2own
11 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!
@thewriter2549
11 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.
@tkd4zgqg
11 ай бұрын
A man's love for automobies. I m same , same as millions of other men, along with a few women 😅 😅
@ronjones1077
11 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
@thewriter2549
11 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
@ProctorsGamble
11 ай бұрын
I fell in love with Cord at the Cord Duesenberg Museum in indiana. It’s a must see!
@ronaldfarmer1208
11 ай бұрын
How do you restore, one piece at a time. nice stuff ! ! !
@nadenolam8368
11 ай бұрын
I’m in my mid 60s, sold my collection a couple years ago, don’t miss the work. Tools will be next.
@kurtbrueske
11 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.
@rogerd9150
11 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.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Appreciate that so much.
@lanceconstruction1439
10 ай бұрын
You really have an interesting business , and life meeting people and dealing with cars. Thank you for showing us.
@episnod
11 ай бұрын
This is a great story. How does one bid on these amazing items?
@nutandboltguy3720
11 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.
@edpoe4622
11 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.
@keithbronson9777
11 ай бұрын
Friendly fella aren't you.
@TheSaturnV
11 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.
@thewriter2549
11 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.
@bertiewooster3326
11 ай бұрын
Why not give them away to the right people?
@blacksquirrel4008
11 ай бұрын
He was in love with the process, nothing wrong with that but it can leave a mess for your survivors.
@thewriter2549
11 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.
@danbailey8763
11 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
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@mwrcrft
11 ай бұрын
I am sure that this video will bring a few interest folks to inquire about the cars.
@Traderjoe
11 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.
@johnhavrilak9734
11 ай бұрын
WOW!
@charleshaggard4341
11 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.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Correct, which there was also a Model A pickup that we could not find a picture of.
@patrickmcnabb1998
11 ай бұрын
Good stuff. Love it.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Much appreciated!
@briananderinlarson5318
11 ай бұрын
Kip was a very nice man, I was in this building within the last 2 years buying a few things from him.
@danwebber9494
11 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.
@harvyss136
11 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.
@sheltonsautomasters279
11 ай бұрын
I'd love to finish that in my shop. Would be the greatest next to a Dusenberg.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Send me an email please - jerryheasley@gmail.com or call me at 806-236-3681
@LORDS-SWORD
11 ай бұрын
KIP. KEEPING IT PRIDEFUL!!!
@thewriter2549
11 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.
@LORDS-SWORD
11 ай бұрын
@@thewriter2549 seemed like a cool guy. And his wife is very nice!!
@lcskibird8883
11 ай бұрын
I hope she is paid what it's worth and not taken advantage of...
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Dave is there for insure that.
@DMUSA536
11 ай бұрын
It’s a shame people bite off more than they can chew.
@bobroberts2371
11 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.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Yes, well said!
@DMUSA536
11 ай бұрын
@@bobroberts2371 you missed the point. 🤦♂️
@bobroberts2371
11 ай бұрын
@@DMUSA536 And your point is?
@durwardmedlin810
11 ай бұрын
Its not about the ride, its the journey, we all have dreams , if you lose that whats the point
@marcuslinton310
11 ай бұрын
You call Heavy D Sparks who will come out and buy everything in one shot.
@lcskibird8883
11 ай бұрын
I hope guys would sell this stuff and not leave family to deal with it..
@jed1729
11 ай бұрын
I've seen the cord collectible cars in Clive Cussler collection of cars he wrote about him in his books
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
I met Clive and photographed him and some of his cars for a magazine feature.
@davidjenkins1958
11 ай 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.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
I really like first hand information like your father gave you.
@shawnaburns5158
6 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
@danielcompton8325
11 ай бұрын
Jay probably bought it all. He probably restored both of them. He has a matching set a 2 door and 4 door.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Nothing has happened yet. I'll do a follow up on what happens.
@TheCbxmaster
11 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.
@chrisperry9002
11 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.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Yes, she is right.
@chrisperry9002
11 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.
@Mercmad
11 ай бұрын
I'd spotted the Cord straight off. Front wheel drive V8 and all .
@thewriter2549
11 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.
@MrWill73
11 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.
@thewriter2549
11 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.
@woolyhighlander7280
11 ай бұрын
The problem is she took "no interest" in his passion. Now it's about money, now she's interested.!
@Biokemist-o3k
11 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.
@thewriter2549
11 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.
@flower2289
11 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.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Wow, how many Cords did they make? Do you take any photos?
@dickritchie2596
11 ай бұрын
Did that Cord 812 Windsor come from SC or Georgia? It looks like my uncle's car.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Milwaukee area
@elray2446
11 ай бұрын
I'm sure they will take her to the cleaners 😂😂😂😂
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Absolutely not, and this is what car friends help with, in this case Dave.
@billsmith2212
11 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 .
@ourv9603
11 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. !
@thewriter2549
11 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.
@vw4x4
11 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.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Wait and see, and the Cord is not a basket case because with that beautiful body and paint work.
@AintWorkinNoMo
11 ай бұрын
So now he gets to dissolve her prize collections.
@atribecalledcookies4
11 ай бұрын
That car should be put together so his wife can enjoy it , should stay in the family.
@jmcd3970
11 ай бұрын
Call Jay Leno I would absolutely count on him to help you be careful Don’t get scammed good luck Jerry Mcdonogh
@johnkaplanian
11 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.
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
I get your analysis, but sometimes it's not about the money.
@therestorationshop
11 ай бұрын
I doubt there will be any trouble at *all* selling the Cord, parts and/or anything in the shop.
@thewriter2549
11 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?
@therestorationshop
11 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.
@ozarksailor2714
11 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.
@danielmoose1273
11 ай бұрын
I thought the last word was going to be "Skeleton".
@laven111
11 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
@thewriter2549
11 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
@hyperchuk
11 ай бұрын
Hello, Sunny
@davidwilfong5820
11 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
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Send me an email (with images) about this. My email is jerryheasley@gmail.com
@angelonicassio7131
11 ай бұрын
So, what will she get? There must be cord guys out there…
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
We shall see
@chrisjarvis4449
11 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
@Mercmad
11 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.
@chrisjarvis4449
11 ай бұрын
ya let me know how that works out for you !
@thra5herxb12s
11 ай бұрын
This isn't a collection, It's a hoard. People that collect, keep them displayed nicely and in good order.
@daytonwoodford4386
11 ай бұрын
Get hold of Jay Leno
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
Really? I figure if he has any interest in these cars he'll do the getting hold of.
@ronwade2206
11 ай бұрын
You aging collectors need to stop collecting and start considering your family!
@richardthomas1566
11 ай бұрын
The cost to put that cord back together would be more than worth .
@thewriter2549
11 ай бұрын
No, the paint and bodywork is done, so not so much less.
@ozarksailor2714
11 ай бұрын
That’s a coach built car not a mustang. At least 100k to finish
@minbannister3625
11 ай бұрын
Couldn't wait for him to go so she could sell all his stuff. Happens everyday. DON'T GET MARRIED!
@czechappy
11 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)
@Mercmad
11 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.
@Fred_NaughT
9 ай бұрын
Glad to see I'm not the only 1 who felt the same way !
@stifffingers5185
11 ай бұрын
Contact bad chad
@jaivette
11 ай бұрын
Lots of stuff to sort out and sell. Auction company needed
@bobroberts2371
11 ай бұрын
Too small of a pile for an auction. The other 2 thirds of the garage don't belong to his wife.
@RjTrebek
11 ай бұрын
There's got to be a "You Tube" channel out here that can assemble that car for her , ....
@jamesburns2232
11 ай бұрын
It looks like he built the new steel garage first in 1999 and then filled it with his automotive treasures. 🥸
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