DeLorean Mailing List - 2/12/97
dmcnews-digest Wednesday, 12 February 1997 Volume 02 : Number 211
In this issue:
speedo help
DMC model
re: Starting problems
Air time
Re: speedo help
Fwd: DeLorean Models
Re: Fwd: DeLorean Models
Emissions, turbos, parades
Jack Handle Sleeve?
Dutch Delorean Owners
Re. DeLorean Stereo
Maryland DeLorean For sale
Videos needed
DeLorean 1183 for sale
Chapter 41 meets DOA board representatives
"Break-Away" Mirrors
DeLorean Photos
DELOREAN MODEL!!!
Re: o.e.m. key blanks
Re: DMC videotape footage needed
RE: Key Blanks
Subscriber count
Power window switch covers
Re: o.e.m. key blanks
Re: Starting problems...
Kit Car (Alleged)
Re: Kit Car (Alleged)
This months Hemmings Motor News
Fwd: ABE want matches
Yet another accident :(
How common are DeLorean accidents?
Re: How common are DeLorean accidents?
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From: "L.S.Kruithof"
Date: Mon, 3 Feb 1997 05:27:21 +-100
Subject: speedo help
Hello everybody,
I am searching for my Delorean a part of the speedometer. It is the transmission
that goes through the left front wheel. It is difficult to get it here but somebody
told me that the same part was used by Ford.
Can anybody tell me in which type Ford ?
Thank you for the help en greetings.
Louis Kruithof email eleskawi@worldaccess.nl
The Netherlands
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From: "Frederick Embden" Date: 05 Feb 1997
14:53:14 EST
Subject: DMC model
What ever happend to the DMC model that was to have been built for a few of us
who placed orders, I believe they were placed with 'Jory". Anyone heard anything
about a delivery date?
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From: "Frederick Embden" Date: 05 Feb 1997
14:51:14 EST
Subject: re: Starting problems
Jason, if all else fails, there were some previous comments about your ground
cable to the chasis being corroded. This had caused starting problems when
engine is at operating temp. Using jumper cables, it would start ok.
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From: CarlIanNew@aol.com
Date: Thu, 6 Feb 1997 00:41:46 -0500 (EST) Subject: Air time
Well friends,
we just received some free air time. I was watching the Miss USA pagent with my
wife (we were also taping it). The pagent was held in New Orleans. During the
last 5 minutes of the show, they showed one of the delegates sitting in the
driver's seat of, you guessed it, a D. It was painted fire engine red, and was
located in an Antique Auto place. The view showed only the drivers side (door
open). Only an enthusist would be able to recognize it from the 3 second clip.
When I exclaimed my recognition of the
beauty, my wife rolled her eyes with an "oh brother" expression. Don't worry,
I get her in line yet.
later,
catman
Carl Newman
1704
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From: BRUCE BENSON Date: Wed, 5 Feb 1997 22:36:43 +0000
Subject: Re: speedo help
At 06:27 AM 2/3/97 +0000, you wrote:
>Hello everybody,
>I am searching for my Delorean a part of the speedometer. It is the transmission
that goes through the left front wheel. It is difficult to get it here but
somebody told me that the same part was used by Ford.
>Can anybody tell me in which type Ford ?
>Thank you for the help en greetings.
>Louis Kruithof email eleskawi@worldaccess.nl
>The Netherlands
Actually it's a Lucas part. I'm not sure which British car it's from but I seem
to remember hearing MG. In any event it needs to be modified so why not
just order on from one of the DeLorean shops in the U.S. The price will
ultimately end up the same and you won't have to be concerned with doing the
modification.
Bruce Benson
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From: James Espey
Date: Thu, 6 Feb 97 07:10:45 -0000
Subject: Fwd: DeLorean Models
Someone asked about the DeLorean models that were supposed to be built - below
is the last message that was posted to the list on this subject from
the person who was in contact with the model manufacturer. A quick check at the
subscriber lists shows that Rob is still subscribed to the list, but he hasn't
posted much lately. Anyone know him so we can get some current information on
the subject?
James
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Subject: DeLorean Models
Sent: 9/30/96 3:16 PM
From: Rob Hook, mail06754@pop.net
To: 'dmcnews@world.std.com', dmcnews@world.std.com
The last time I talked to the model builder, he said he'd be busy with two other
projects (turning a long-bed model into a short bed and something else) until
late September or early November. Looks like it's about time to call him again.
I might just do it differently now as my financial situation has changed somewhat.
I might just order them all myself and then re-sell them to the people on the
list. Don't worry, I won't jack the price up except to cover delivery costs. Of
course, I'll have to pay for the real DeLorean I'll have to buy to deliver the
models in! ;) Just kidding. I'll call him and see if he's done with his other
toys. :)
- --Rob Hook
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From: backissues@dmcnews.com (Ian of the WDOA)
Date: Thu, 6 Feb 1997 17:32:13 +0000
Subject: Re: Fwd: DeLorean Models
At 7:10 AM 2/6/97, James Espey wrote:
[snip]
>Anyone know him so we can get some current information on the subject?
>James
>-------------------------------
>Subject: DeLorean Models
>Sent: 9/30/96 3:16 PM
>From: Rob Hook, mail06754@pop.net
>To: 'dmcnews@world.std.com', dmcnews@world.std.com
>The last time I talked to the model builder, he said he'd be busy with two other
projects (turning a long-bed model into a short bed and something else) until
late September or early November. Looks like it's about time to call him again.
I might just do it differently now as my financial situation has changed somewhat.
I might just order them all myself and then re-sell them to the people on the
list. Don't worry, I won't jack the price up except to cover delivery costs. Of
course, I'll have to pay for the real DeLorean I'll have to buy to deliver the
models in! ;) Just kidding. I'll call him and see if he's done with his other
toys. :)
>--Rob Hook
This must have been pre- me. Can someone clue me in on what this model is
actually? I'd be willing to pay for one... or two... or three...
thanks,
Ian
_____________________________________________________________ backissues@dmcnews.com
IRC: RickHuntr
High School Junior at large; proud member and head 'whozit' of the WDOA.
(Wanna-bee DeLorean Owners Association)
Restoring a 1963 VW Bug with 115 Cloth sunroof!
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From: gt-roadracer@juno.com (GUY T AVELLON) Date: Thu, 06 Feb 1997 19:59:34 EST
Subject: Emissions, turbos, parades
RE: CO readings;
While I was in Ohio I had my local mechanics adjust the CO level as low as it
would go with their exhaust sniffer. I immediately went to the emmissions
facility and flunked. I returned to the shop and was retested to the same low
reading..no other adjustments made. I returned and failed again! The next time
while the "sniffer" was still in the exhaust, I replaced the CO plug covering
the adjustment hole and the readings shot up. Needless to say, I left the plug
off and returned to the emmissions facility where I passed! Try it.
I also do not have a catalytic converter. My car belonged to Mark DeLorean who ,
besides custom painting it, put on twin IHI turbos. They DO make a difference,
especially on a 3rd gear launch at 65 MPH. I have handily dispatched 5.0L
Mustangs, M3 Beemers , Vettes, etc. The only thing I wish it had is a pair of
intercoolers. I had it out on a cold dry day and the acceleration was phenominal...
exited a normal acceleration ramp at over 100 MPH!
The great thing about the D is nobody knows what's coming up behind them so they
get out of the way to take a look. Some of these owners who don't drive their
cars are missing a lot! Our Club will be in the Chicago St. Patrics day parade...
the ONLY autos they have ever allowed in the parade. Plus, we're televised. Can't
wait for spring!!
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From: James Espey
Date: Thu, 6 Feb 97 09:16:28 -0000
Subject: Jack Handle Sleeve?
Does anyone have, or has anyone ever seen, the jack handle sleeve that is shown
in the DMC parts manual 9-1-0, part number 110033? I have never seen this item,
and I'd like to know if anyone has either. If you have one and would like to sell
it, let me know this, too.
James Espey
Remember, this Valentines Day, nothing says "I love you" like a DeLorean poster!
http://www.goodnet.com/~mikasa/poster.html
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From: michael richard pack Date: Thu, 6 Feb 1997 11:32:28
-0500 (EST) Subject: Dutch Delorean Owners
Hello
If there are any DeLorean Owners online from the Neatherlands, please drop
me a line.
With kind regards
Michael Pack
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From: dlwrence@ix.netcom.com
Date: Thu, 6 Feb 1997 21:47:06 -0600 (CST) Subject: Re. DeLorean Stereo
>I was wondering if it would be possible to install a two unit stereo into a
DeLorean without doing any defacing of the interior?
SNIP
The DeLorean dash was designed for a three hole radio cut out, which was the
standard of the early 80's, so even getting a standard DIN sized unit to fit
will take a bit of *careful* cutting. Any good car stereo shop should be able
to do it. As for installing a two DIN unit, the only way that would be
possible is to remove the HVAC vents above the radio and re-doing the ducting
behind them. However, given the DeLorean's small interior and even
smaller side windows, this is not a good idea! Your best bet would be to
install a single DIN sized head unit in the factory radio location and then
install an outboard equalizer elsewhere.
~Chris
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From: michael richard pack Date: Fri, 7 Feb 1997 17:47:38
-0500 (EST) Subject: Maryland DeLorean For sale
1983 DMC-12
scedt26t0dd016824
9,000 miles
5-speed
gray interior
$16,500 obo (needs to sell quickly!!!)
new fuel system complete
comes with the usual extras
Call Jack Vance @ 301 797-4896
I'm not related to the sale of this car. Owner has no access to the list.
When I last saw this car at the Bowie British car day it had the droopy eyes
front facia. Jack purchased this car in Penn, where it sat for 4-5 years.
When he got the car he restored it to get it running strong. All parts from
P.J. Grady.
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From: michael richard pack Date: Fri, 7 Feb 1997 17:52:13 -0500 (EST) Subject: Videos needed
Hello my DMC is red, and I would like to take "driving around" shots on film or
video. However the car is away for winter updates, and restoration. I'm working
on a film project at school and you guessed it it's on the Delorean. I have video
archive from CNN, Motorweek etc. I need
to get driving shots of the car on highways, parades etc. I'll trade with my 4
hours of archive tape, and I'll even throw in the "DeLorean Tapes" BBC documentary.
Thanks
Mike
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From: michael richard pack Date: Sun, 9 Feb 1997 17:05:48 -0500 (EST) Subject: DeLorean 1183 for sale
April 1981 Build date
Delivered in September of 1981 to John LaFond. Car was purchased in Ill.
Black interior
automatic
car is in excellent condition. Owner put "sofer springs" on the car in 1986.
Car is not "lowered" but with Euro-spec shocks car sits 3/4 inch lower. Orig
factory spring in box. Car was maintained by DMC tech, Emerald City Auto of
Gaithersburg Md.
Car was 1 of 10 at the 1996 Bowie British car day. Call John LaFond @ 301 926-1307
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From: Knut S Grimsrud Date: Mon, 10 Feb 97
07:31:00 PST
Subject: Chapter 41 meets DOA board representatives
Thanks to Hank & Mimi of the DOA board of directors for their company over drinks
at their recent visit to the Portland area. I enjoyed your company and your
hospitality (it seems when I chat with DeLorean owners I never end up paying
for anything ... coincidence?). I feel increased communications between the
national association and its regional representatives can only enhance the value
of the DOA to its members. Thanks for taking the initiative in looking me up and
soliciting my input.
Knut Grimsrud
Coordinator
Regional Chapter 41
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From: GullWinged@aol.com
Date: Sat, 8 Feb 1997 15:10:13 -0500 (EST) Subject: "Break-Away" Mirrors
By mistake the other day I discovered a neat little piece about my car that I
had not known before. The whole unite of the power mirrors on both sides of
the DeLorean rotate forward and backward. I suppose this is to help protect
them from being sheared off if hit by other objects when driving or operning
the doors. I doubt it has any real aerodynamic value.
Since then I have been checking out the mirrors on others brands of cars and
so far have only seen one car that had appeared to have "break-away" mirrors.
Just a little bit of info I thought I would share.
~ Chase
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From: Nick Storr Date: Sun, 09 Feb
1997 00:07:54 +1100
Subject: DeLorean Photos
Hi,
I was wonndering if there's a delorean owner out there who could take some
specific photos of their car and send them to me. I'd be happy to pay for
film, printing and the persons time. I will need them for the car I plan
tobuild / restore.
Also, anyone who has diagrams of the car, body panels (and particularly the
front and rear fascia / bumper) I'd love to get hold of photocopies of such
documents. Again, I'd be pleased to reimburse any expenses incurred in obtaining
these.
Please reply by Email to:
nick_storr@onaustralia.com.au
Thanks in advance...
Nick
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From: jason74@juno.com (Jason T Brown)
Date: Sun, 9 Feb 1997 02:39:50 PST
Subject: DELOREAN MODEL!!!
A while back someone told me how to modify a BTTF Model Delorean.
I was wondering who that was? How do you make the louvre on the rear of the
DeLorean? I can do the rest. Please tell me
Jason
DieHard14@aol.com
Jason74@juno.com
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From: AARON1@webtv.net (AARON MILLS)
Date: Mon, 10 Feb 1997 20:53:23 -0500
Subject: Re: o.e.m. key blanks
Does anyone know of someone that has original DMC key blanks? Mine is on it's
last leg , and I would hate to replace it with a Volvo key blank.
Aaron Mills
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From: GullWinged@aol.com
Date: Tue, 11 Feb 1997 15:04:01 -0500 (EST) Subject: Re: DMC videotape footage needed
Mike:
Just so happens that my DeLorean also is red. I don't have any videotape of the
car to date, but do have some nice still photos of it. Let me know what you are
looking for and your timeframe, and I'll try to get some VHS video shot and throw
in a couple of still photos along with the VCR tape.
~ Chase
"Do or do not. There is no try"
- Yoda
"The Empire Strikes Back"
returns on Feb. 28. See It!
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From: GullWinged@aol.com
Date: Tue, 11 Feb 1997 15:04:00 -0500 (EST) Subject: RE: Key Blanks
>Does anyone know of someone that has original DMC key blanks?
Contact Jerry Rine at KAPAC in Ohio. Give him your car's maufacturer date and
VIN#. He can check the key code for your particular DeLorean (providing the
cylinder hasn't been replaced in the past). You MIGHT luck out and he'll still
have an original pre-cut key lying around the warehouse. I know he still has a
few odd doorr keys left, but do not know for sure about ignition keys.
~ Chase
"Unless you depend on speed, stability, ease of use, the internet, graphics,
music, or multimedia then you have no real reason to have a Macintosh. "
- Mark O'Meara
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From: James Espey
Date: Tue, 11 Feb 97 13:18:22 -0000
Subject: Subscriber count
For the inquiring minds that wanted to know...
Subscribers to DMC-News (live version) -------- 82
Subscribers to DMC-News (digest) -------- 312
Total as of February 11, 1997 ------- 394
James "Mikasa" Espey
Moderator, DeLorean Mailing List
http://www.dmcnews.com Coming in '97 - http://www.dmcnews.com/
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From: James Espey
Date: Tue, 11 Feb 97 13:28:40 -0000
Subject: Power window switch covers
Some of you may recall my earlier postings about the FANTASTIC power window switch
covers sold by PJ Grady. IMO, this is the greatest DeLorean product since the
aluminum coolant overflow bottles. They are that good. If the arrows have worn
off your switches, making a stark contrast to your defrost switch, DON'T BUY NEW
SWITCHES!
You start by popping off the covers on your window switches, you can leave the
switch itself in place and the windows are still operable without the covers.
Package up the covers securely and send them to Rob at PJ Grady in New York (I
sent mine insured, 'cause I'm paranoid of the post office).
Rob will expertly remove what's left of the arrows without affecting the texture
or damaging the switch cover and then apply new arrows (that look EXACTLY like
the old) and also apply a clear coating that will protect them to keep the
problem from re-occurring. He'll charge $25.00 plus shipping to your credit
card and send them back to you. You'll put them on and be amazed at the
difference it makes to the interior of your car.
Definitely a candidate for "Best New DeLorean Product of 1997".
James "Mikasa" Espey
On Valentines Day, nothing says "I love you" like a DeLorean poster...
http://www.goodnet.com/~mikasa/poster.html
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From: DMC12JR@aol.com
Date: Tue, 11 Feb 1997 00:05:06 -0500 (EST) Subject: Re: o.e.m. key blanks
there are no more of them but I know where you can get a few for about 50 or
60 dollars a peice if you are sure you don't want the volvo blank!!!!
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From: Phillip124@aol.com
Date: Tue, 11 Feb 1997 17:47:03 -0500 (EST) Subject: Re: Starting problems...
I have starting problems with mine too. It is totally unpredictable. You never
know if it will just start up, or take about 5-10 tries. This car has
13,900 miles and has not been driven much, but I drove it 1,800 miles from where
I bought it. I have just had it about 3 weeks. It had 10,000 miles on
it back in '85 so it was only driven 2,000 miles over a 12 year period. It
is imbarrasing and annoying when people stare at you and kind of laugh. Tell
me what you think.
Phillip
VIN# 7134
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From: CDIUSAMPS@aol.com
Date: Wed, 12 Feb 1997 03:21:49 -0500 (EST) Subject: Kit Car (Alleged)
You guys will love this. Yesterday, while driving my Delo, I was stopped by
a group of individuals who wanted to talk Deloreans. When they asked to look
at the engine, I popped the back. I was then told I was driving a kit car,
DMC look alike, as the real DMC 12 was a front engine, 351 Ford powered vehicle.
Great look alike, but not the real thing. No matter how much I tried to convince
them they were wrong it was like talking to a brick wall. I
even tried to jog their memory alittle by bringing up the Bricklin, but they
still did not believe me. And this whole time I thought I knew my vehicle,
I'm so embarassed that I was ripped off when I bought it. BILL
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From: raddad@cmn.net
Date: Wed, 12 Feb 1997 08:19:14 -0700
Subject: Re: Kit Car (Alleged)
Bill
You are not the only one to have such an experience.
First, the number of people who think there is a Ford engine in the car is truly
astounding. Then, early on I, too, was approached by some "car people" who wanted
to look at my car. When I popped the engine cover they thought I had been very
smart to replace the volkswagon engine that came with the car!!!!
Dick Ryan
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From: James Espey
Date: Wed, 12 Feb 97 08:28:20 -0000
Subject: This months Hemmings Motor News
The February issue of Hemmings has an abundance of DeLoreans for sale - I counted
21 different cars for sale, ranging from $9998 up to $31,500 - something for
almost every budget, it would seem.
Another ad that I thought was interesting was in the "D" Wanted section...
>WANTED: DeLorean, 1983 new vacuum control switch for air conditioning, state
price and condition in first letter. Dennis Carpenter Reproductions, P.O. Box
26398, Charlotte, NC 28221-6398 PH: 704-786-8139
Now, when I was in high school, my brother and I rebuilt a '54 Ford pickup and
we bought A LOT of repro parts from Dennis Carpenter. Could this indicate that
someone else may be entering the reproduction Delorean parts business? Or does
Mr. Carpenter just own a DeLorean and need a part?
James "Mikasa" Espey
On Valentines Day, nothing says "I love you" like a DeLorean Poster!
http://www.goodnet.com/~mikasa/poster.html
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From: James Espey
Date: Wed, 12 Feb 97 08:48:48 -0000
Subject: Fwd: ABE want matches
The following wants have been matched by ABE:
***
Your Want: Keywords: delorean
Has been matched with the following book(s):
- --------
View the book description and ordering information at
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HARD DRIVING: MY YEARS WITH JOHN DELOREAN by HADDAD, W
NY RANDOM 1985.
VG, FORE EDGE MARK FINE. 193PP. 1ST edition. Binding is HC. Keywords: COMPANY
HISTORY DELOREAN, JOHN BUSINESSMEN DE LOREAN MOTOR COMPANY HISTORY DELOREAN,
JOHN BUSINESSMEN DE LOREAN MOTOR CO AUTOMOBILE 1S TED 1STED
The price of the book is US$ 14.66 Please reference the seller's book # 017824
when ordering.
The seller is Palace Royal at 116A South Royal Avenue, Front Royal, VA, U.S.A.,
22630
Email them at cat@rma.edu., phone them at 540-636-2469., fax them at 540-635-1818.
Their conditions of sale are; Cash or check - no credit card sales.
Postage/handling $3.50 1st book and $1.00 2nd on multipule purchases (USA).
(Special Mailing & Foreign Countries pay per method.)No returns unless the book
has been described incorrectly.
- --------
View the book description and ordering information at
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WAREHAM'S WAY by
WAREHAM, JOHN
NY ATHENEUM 1983.
EX-LIB, VERY GOOD, FORE EDGE MARK VERY FINE. 163PP ESCAPING THE JUDAS TRAP,
HOW TO AVOID SELF-SABOTAGE AND WIN YOUR OWN FREEDOM, AN AMAZING AND AUTHORITATIVE
NEW FORMULA. 1ST edition. Binding is HC. Keywords: AUTOBIOGRAPHY WAREHAM,
JOHN JUDAS ISCARIOT JOHN DELOREAN SEAUTOBIOGRAPHY WAREHAM, JOHN JUDAS ISCARIOT
JOHN DELOREAN SELF-SABOTAGE FREE DOM 1STED
The price of the book is US$ 17.66 Please reference the seller's book # 024014
when ordering.
The seller is Palace Royal at 116A South Royal Avenue, Front Royal, VA, U.S.A.,
22630
Email them at cat@rma.edu., phone them at 540-636-2469., fax them at 540-635-1818.
Their conditions of sale are; Cash or check - no credit card sales.
Postage/handling $3.50 1st book and $1.00 2nd on multipule purchases (USA).
(Special Mailing & Foreign Countries pay per method.)No returns unless the book
has been described incorrectly.
- --------
View the book description and ordering information at
http://www.abebooks.com/cgi/abe.exe/routera^_pr=oi^_ph=1^_bi=1250043
DREAM MAKER. THE RISE AND FALL OF JOHN by Fallon, Ivan, and Srodes, James.
Z. DELOREAN. G.P. Putnam's Sons, New York, 1983. VG/G-.
Keywords: BUSINESS BUSINESS AUTOMOBILES BIOGRAPHY DELOREAN CARS The price of
the book is US$ 5 Please reference the seller's book # 5009 when ordering.
The seller is OLD AUTHORS FARM at 13 Gibson Lane, PO Box 403, Morrisburg, ON,
Canada, K0C 1X0
Email them at authors@mor-net.on.ca., phone them at 613-543-3337., fax them at
613-543-2380.
Their conditions of sale are; Prices are in US$, net to all.Canadian customers
please add 7% GST. CWO. Amex, MasterCard, Visa accepted. P&P $3.50 1st book,
plus $1 each additional book (4th class). Hold for 28 days, return within 14
days pre-paid.
This mail was created 02/12/1997 04:41:17 AM and postmarked 02/12/1997 07:01:11 AM
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From: "Michael E. Gaines" Date: Wed, 12 Feb 1997 11:10:37 -0500
Subject: Yet another accident :(
Hi all,
For the second time in three months, I was struck from behind by a driver who
admitted not paying attention to the road. I won't rant about NJ drivers in this
post.
In any case, I was hit at about 30 MPH while stopped dead on Rt. 22 waiting for
westbound traffic to lighten up so I can merge with it. The rear end was split,
the muffler was of course crushed, the alternator was destroyed, and God knows
what else.
Rob Grady has a 6 month backlog so I'm having a local mechanic work on it, but
he'll be getting parts from Rob.
So in 14 years of driving, I've gotten rear-ended twice, and both times in the
DeLorean. I have no way to determine how 'safe' the car is against other cars,
but my injuries aren't severe. I did get whiplash (grrr) but it doesn't seem
serious at this point. I did have my seatbelt on.
I can't tell how badly the frame was hurt (if at all). I'm definitely looking
into a new route to work.
Mike
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From: Mike Substelny Date: Wed, 12 Feb 1997 12:23:11 -0500
Subject: How common are DeLorean accidents?
Michael E. Gains said:
>So in 14 years of driving, I've gotten rear-ended twice, and both times in the
DeLorean.
Sorry to hear about your accident, Michael. I hope your whiplash is minor. Good
luck with the repairs. BTW Kapac still has brand new rear stainless panels in stock.
Your story flies in the face of a theory I had about the DeLorean being extra
safe from accidents due to its attention getting ability. I hypothesized that
it would be LESS likely for other drivers to rear-end a DeLorean because the
stunning stainless beauty would be more likely to attract their attention than
mundane cars.
Oh well, back to the drawing board.
If some of us are interested, we could do an informal survey to find out.
To participate, give the approximate number of miles you have driven your
DeLorean since you have owned it, and the approximate number of miles you
have driven other cars in the same period. Then give the number of accidents
that were NOT your fault for each. Here's my data for the past three years:
Approx Miles I've driven Times I've been hit
DeLorean 20,000 0
Other cars* 35,000 0
* incl vans, pickups, SUVs, motorcycles, etc.
Obviously our sample needs lots of total miles in it to get a feel for the
difference between DeLoreans and other cars.
You can just send them directly to me if you don't want the world to know
about your misfortune. Assuming I get a good sample size I will post the
total results (no names) in a week or so. Otherwise I will cut it off
mid-March and post whatever I've got then.
- -Mike Substelny
substem@cesmtp.ccf.org
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From: Phillip124@aol.com
Date: Wed, 12 Feb 1997 18:44:36 -0500 (EST) Subject: Re: How common are DeLorean
accidents?
Miles I've driven Times I've been hit
Delorean-- 2,000 0
Other Car-- 3,000 0
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