RESTORED TO GLORY… The 1929 Oldsmobile Landau Sedan meticulously restored by Numurkah local, Terry Brennan. The vintage car, which required between 3000-3500 hours of restoration work, now stands as a testament to Terry Brennan's dedication and craftsmanship. Photo: Dillon Shelley
A PIECE of automotive history has been meticulously restored in Numurkah, with a 1929 Oldsmobile Landau Sedan brought back to its original glory. Local resident, Terry Brennan, and his family purchased the vintage vehicle in 1976 from previous owner, Robbie Gordon of Drumanure.
RESTORED TO GLORY… The 1929 Oldsmobile Landau Sedan meticulously restored by Numurkah local, Terry Brennan. The vintage car, which required between 3000-3500 hours of restoration work, now stands as a testament to Terry Brennan’s dedication and craftsmanship. Photo: Dillon Shelley
Over the next three years, the car underwent extensive restoration, with the engine, gearbox, diff, brakes, springs, and more reconditioned. However, the project was then put on hold and the car stored for two decades.
In May 1999, Terry resumed his labour of love. With many parts for the classic car hard to find, many components had to be handmade. All work, except the upholstery, was done by Terry himself, with advice from many friends.
AN INSPIRING GLIMPSE… This old photo shows a 1929 Oldsmobile Landau Sedan, featuring a straight 6-cylinder, 3.2 litre, naturally aspirated engine and rear-wheel drive, and mirrors the model meticulously restored by Numurkah local, Terry Brennan. With twin beam headlights and a 3-speed manual transmission, it serves as a testament to the timeless elegance and robust performance of vehicles from this era. The photo showcases the potential that Terry saw in his own project, and the classic beauty he strived to preserve in his extensive restoration work. Photo: Supplied
The car, pristine in its original paint colours, required between 3000-3500 hours of restoration work. The project was finally completed on March 8, 2001. This beautifully restored Oldsmobile serves as a testament to the dedication and craftsmanship of Terry Brennan.
