First I would like to apologize for my english. Unfortunately I have to use a translator and I hope you understand me anyway
I have already read a lot here and have now registered because I have been the proud owner of a 1963 Pontiac Laurentian 2-door for three days
I don't have a lot of experience with classic cars. And certainly not from Canadian pontiacs, because in Switzerland, these cars are only known in the classic car scene.
I already know some information about my Laurentian. The link to Vintage Vehicle Services here on the board was very helpful to me.
I still have a lot of questions, but they will follow later.
That's it from me for now.
Greetings from Switzerland
-- Edited by Laurent63 on Wednesday 12th of May 2021 07:34:14 PM
We have another member on here that used to live in Switzerland, but now lives above Toronto. I'm sure he'll join in on the conversation.
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'64 Parisienne CS "barn find" - last on the road in '86 ... Owner Protection Plan booklet, original paint, original near-mint aqua interior, original aqua GM floor mats, original 283, factory posi, and original rust.
'64 Parisienne CS "barn find" - last on the road in '86 ... Owner Protection Plan booklet, original paint, original near-mint aqua interior, original aqua GM floor mats, original 283, factory posi, and original rust.
I don't know very much about the history of the car. The first seller is / was located in Toronto. In 2017 the car was registered in the UK and in 2018, imported from another owner to Switzerland. In the same year there were two other owners. And now I've bought it. Unfortunately, I don't know anything about the period from 1963 to 2017.
The car has approximately 100000 miles on the clock. the V8 (283cui) under the hood runs very well. Cables and lines ect are mostly still original and should be replaced.
In Switzerland, older vehicles have to be inspected by the Road Traffic Office every two years. A good condition is important so that you can drive it for another two years. With classic vehicles (30 years and older) you have the option to get veteran status. For this, the vehicle must be in top condition with original parts. Veterans only need to be inspected every 6 years but are only allowed to drive 3000 km per year. My Laurentian passed the inspection three weeks ago but without veteran status. Because of the paintwork, the tears in the fabric of the front seat bench and because the tire make is not original. But hey, I'm allowed to drive it and have two years to work on veteran status
-- Edited by Laurent63 on Thursday 13th of May 2021 06:06:42 AM
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-- Edited by Laurent63 on Thursday 13th of May 2021 06:21:24 AM
Welcome Laurent63.
What a beautiful car, love that color.
I remember back in those days you could get about 6 people into the drive-in theater for the price of one... Huge trunks...
Frank