Re: Seeking My Clipper's History
Posted by Craig the Clipper Man On 2013/2/5 15:41:05
I hate to say this, but this will likely be my last posting as far as my search for my car's history is concerned. I never realized just how difficult it is to track an old car's past, especially when one possesses its VIN; but obviously this is not the case. The more I delved into its past, the more confusing and frustrating things became. It is kind of like running into a brick wall in slow motion!
Particularly disheartening was the complete lack of a response from one of the previous owners, who, by all indications, is still alive and living in Minnesota. I sent him a letter asking for help, as well as a couple of e-mails, and received nothing back. I think I will chalk it up to possible bad health. I just don't know.
My other lead, a name on a service receipt from Albuquerque in April 1962, also has not resulted in any response. In this case I tried e-mail, Facebook, and finally a written letter.
Other avenues, such as the Studebaker-Packard Club of Albuquerque, New Mexico DMV, and Studebaker Museum, all came up blank.
I am glad I made the effort, however. As they say, nothing tried is nothing gained.
Particularly disheartening was the complete lack of a response from one of the previous owners, who, by all indications, is still alive and living in Minnesota. I sent him a letter asking for help, as well as a couple of e-mails, and received nothing back. I think I will chalk it up to possible bad health. I just don't know.
My other lead, a name on a service receipt from Albuquerque in April 1962, also has not resulted in any response. In this case I tried e-mail, Facebook, and finally a written letter.
Other avenues, such as the Studebaker-Packard Club of Albuquerque, New Mexico DMV, and Studebaker Museum, all came up blank.
I am glad I made the effort, however. As they say, nothing tried is nothing gained.
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