Factory Five Customer Joe A. Takes His 96 Year-Old Dad for a Ride

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Dave Lindsey in What's New

Mike A. takes his grandfather out for a drive in the Type 65 Coupe.

I received these great photos of Factory Five customer Joe Aufiero’s Coupe while taking his Dad out for a quick drive around town.

Joe’s dad is pushing 96 years old and asked if Joe thought he could get a ride in the Coupe. Joe made sure that it happened and his son Mike took him out for a little bit with a big grin on his face. “Mike had it up to about 140 mph when he backed off even though the old man wanted more,” said Joe.

Thanks for sharing this great story, Joe!

You can see more photos of Joe’s Type 65 Coupe by clicking here.

Dave Smith
President

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