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ABushman · 28 July 2007, 03:22 PM

I recently had occasion to throw a party for my wife, to celebrate a significant birthday.

Her parents were happy to host the party at their house. With her father's permission, the following photos are some of his collection of classic and vintage automobiles that are currently at the house. For many years, he provided automobiles to Hollywood studios for movies, television, and commercials. These were taken prior to the arrival of the party guests. I hope you enjoy!

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mc1010 · 28 July 2007, 05:06 PM

That is one awesome collection!!!

mven74 · 28 July 2007, 05:25 PM

are you jay leno's son-in-law?

ABushman · 28 July 2007, 07:16 PM

MC1010 - Thanks!

Mven74 - Nope - this collection pales in comparison to Leno's, although Jay and my father-in-law are friends. Southern California car guys all seem to know one another. :-)

Randy · 28 July 2007, 10:05 PM

Great collection!! Very surprised concrete floor is not coated with an epoxy and urethane system. Have him check out Armorcoat.com for lifetime systems!

gaopa · 28 July 2007, 10:56 PM

Now that is a SERIOUS car collection..... great pics and thank for passing them along! Also, Randy from Ohio, ... that is one nice looking Porsche in your avatar photo! Cheers, Bill P.

Robb · 29 July 2007, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by mven74

are you jay leno's son-in-law?

ppemilien · 29 July 2007, 02:19 AM

Very Impressive, Nice collection. Which camera are you using to get such nice pictures?

JJ Irani · 29 July 2007, 04:09 AM

WOW!! Very impressive collection, Allen. The only thing I don't like about that set-up is the way the cars have been packed so close to each other.

Leaves no walking space for the visitors.

JJ

ABushman · 29 July 2007, 04:27 AM

ppemillen - Thanks. I use an Olympus E-500 digital SLR. But, shiny paint under flourescent lighting makes any photos look good! :-)

JJ - Thanks. Yes, it is a tight fit. Usually when he has a group over, he moves a few of the cars to the front lawn, then repositions the ones in the garage to provide more walking room. Also easier to photograph that way. I wasn't able to get any shots of some of the cars due to the proximity of others blocking the shots. :-(

mikey · 29 July 2007, 05:03 AM

I love that Ferrari 308

jbradley02 · 7 August 2007, 04:53 AM

My Dream Garage!!!

Rubenonfire · 7 August 2007, 05:20 AM

That is one of the coolest things I have ever seen.

The father of my college room mate has an AMAZING car collection as well. He has quite a few newer models, but PLENTY of older ones as well, though not quite the era of some pictured here. His don't seem to go much farther back than the 50's so it's nice to see some of that REALLY vintage stuff out there.
Thanks for the pictures, they are AWESOME!

Goodwatch · 7 August 2007, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

WOW!! Very impressive collection, Allen. The only thing I don't like about that set-up is the way the cars have been packed so close to each other.

Leaves no walking space for the visitors.

JJ

Well, then just show us your vintage car collection JJ

Perhaps they are placed further apart in the showcase

Seadweller · 7 August 2007, 06:00 AM

Wow!!!

28 July 2007, 03:22 PM	#1
ABushman Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SoCal, USA Posts: 178	Classic cars I recently had occasion to throw a party for my wife, to celebrate a significant birthday. Her parents were happy to host the party at their house. With her father's permission, the following photos are some of his collection of classic and vintage automobiles that are currently at the house. For many years, he provided automobiles to Hollywood studios for movies, television, and commercials. These were taken prior to the arrival of the party guests. I hope you enjoy!

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JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	WOW!! Very impressive collection, Allen. The only thing I don't like about that set-up is the way the cars have been packed so close to each other. Leaves no walking space for the visitors. JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

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Rubenonfire "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Ruben Location: Orange County Watch: 16610LV Posts: 1,317	That is one of the coolest things I have ever seen. The father of my college room mate has an AMAZING car collection as well. He has quite a few newer models, but PLENTY of older ones as well, though not quite the era of some pictured here. His don't seem to go much farther back than the 50's so it's nice to see some of that REALLY vintage stuff out there. Thanks for the pictures, they are AWESOME! __________________ Throw your Rollies in the sky, wave 'em side to side, now keep your hands high.

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mc1010 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Mark Location: * Posts: 240	That is one awesome collection!!!

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mven74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: houston Posts: 22	are you jay leno's son-in-law?

28 July 2007, 07:16 PM	#4
ABushman Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SoCal, USA Posts: 178	MC1010 - Thanks! Mven74 - Nope - this collection pales in comparison to Leno's, although Jay and my father-in-law are friends. Southern California car guys all seem to know one another. :-)

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Randy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Randy Location: Ohio Watch: AP, Rolex, Panerai Posts: 1,241	Great collection!! Very surprised concrete floor is not coated with an epoxy and urethane system. Have him check out Armorcoat.com for lifetime systems!

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gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: .. Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	Now that is a SERIOUS car collection..... great pics and thank for passing them along! Also, Randy from Ohio, ... that is one nice looking Porsche in your avatar photo! Cheers, Bill P.

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ppemilien "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 5	Very Impressive, Nice collection. Which camera are you using to get such nice pictures?

29 July 2007, 04:27 AM	#10
ABushman Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SoCal, USA Posts: 178	ppemillen - Thanks. I use an Olympus E-500 digital SLR. But, shiny paint under flourescent lighting makes any photos look good! :-) JJ - Thanks. Yes, it is a tight fit. Usually when he has a group over, he moves a few of the cars to the front lawn, then repositions the ones in the garage to provide more walking room. Also easier to photograph that way. I wasn't able to get any shots of some of the cars due to the proximity of others blocking the shots. :-(

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mikey "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: USA Watch: Oysterdate 6694 Posts: 2,713	I love that Ferrari 308

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