The following people and businesses provided valuable contributions to restoring Connie. I am grateful for their parts which contributed to the whole.

• Joe's Engine Shop, Concord, CA - Clay masterfully rebuilt Connie's 368 cu in Y-block engine.

• Delta Transmission, Antioch, CA - Chester resolved a shifting issue and rebuilt the transmission.

• All-N-One Auto Body, Pittsburg, CA - George and his crew gave Connie her exterior finish, many months of refurbishing and body work.

• Express Auto Upholstery, Vallejo, CA - Abel and his crew made Connie's interior all new again.

Parts and more from:

• Lincoln Mercury Old Parts Store, Florida - Kelly and Herb provided many needed OEM and repro parts.

• Bill's Ace Hardware, Martinez, CA - nuts, bolts, fasteners and raw materials used to fabricate needed items.

Advice, expertise, friendship and parts from:

• Bill Edwards, El Sobrante, CA - Bill has been an invaluable guide in understanding how things work. He noted that his 1956 Premiere is now related to Connie given how much they've shared over the years. Bill also provided many key parts and has become my close friend.

• Charles Thomas, Roseburg, OR - Charles has also been invaluable in providing parts and advice. Charles has also become a good friend during the journey.