What part of the country would one find the oldest cars still in daily use?

Question

I am planning to open a franchise business that specializes in specific types of automobile repair. There are a number of territories in the U.S. still available. What specific areas of the country or cities might ifind the highest percentage of older cars still on the road (assuming that these would be the cars requiring the most frequent repair services)?

Answer 1

I assume that you are in the United States. From what I've read a lot of old cars (by old we mean 1950's and earlier models) are still available in California and Florida. Most of these have been modified and adapted to modern safety and emission standards, and can be seen cruising the streets. Some, however to the dismay of purists, have been modified extremely for drag racing on specially designed tracks, and can be hardly recognized due to their oversized wheels and supercharged motors, not to mention the tremendous noise of their mufflers, due to their extreme horsepowers.

Answer 2

I would say the southwest as with milder winters cars don't seem to have as many problems. I do no that milder winters are better on the outside. Areas with lots of snow have a problem with salt on the roads which hurts a cars paint jobs.

Answer 3

If you are talking about US domestic cars, I'd say San Diego, California. Lots of car clubs and shows. The Lowriders spend a lot of money on their vintage cars. A lot of these guys do their own work, tho'

Answer 4

Motor City or Hardin, Motana

Answer 5

My answer is China. They have relics from the 30s and 40s stil in service.

Answer 6

Nevada,Arizona,California,Georgia,Michigan

Answer 7

I'm no expert but I would think the south-east is the best target. (maybe not Florida)

Answer 8

Try "Oldsville". Not joking, it really is a town.