The Land Ark has been in my step-dad's
family since 1972. In 1982 it was parked in my driveway and sat there until
1993 when I decided I wanted to fix it up instead of buying a cheap new car .
It has been more than 10 years since I restored it and it is starting to show some age.
The paint still looks great, but the motor needs some work and the interior needs to be updated.
I still need to replace the bumpers and I would like to get a suspension upgrade and new wheels.
Updates to follow... eventually...
Before:
It started out painted a hideous gold with a white roof. It was a total piece of crap, it had holes all the way through the sheet metal and around the windshield. Rust was a big problem, but somehow the frame was spared, and after putting new plugs in it and buying a new battery it started right up.
Finally, after six months, the whole process was finished. I was surprised by
my mom waking me up and dragging me outside. I still remember how happy I was
when I saw it for the first time. It is my baby, and I love it like a child
(or more so).
Here are its specs:
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As most will probably tell you, I am quite obsessed (and boy is it true) and I am NOT ready to sell, despite some offers. I openly admit to being anal-retentive when it comes to taking care of my baby. I treat the Land Ark better than myself most of the time...
Don't get me wrong, it hasn't been all daisies with my baby, for instance the day I got it home I wrecked it, and then there was one year later, well, let's just say that my step-dad had a little problem and did this to it. Regardless, it's fine now, and runs like a top. |
Here I am driving in the Shenandoah Apple
Blossom Festival
Parade in
May of 2000. It wasn't too hot so my baby made it just
fine.
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