After the famous hand shake that started the Mount Vernon Classic Car Club, neighbor Willie “Joe” Brown went on a quest to find his own classic. The year was 1982. He searched high and low. Then one day he got a tip that there was a 1960 Ford Thunderbird for sale by a local Mount Vernon family.

He called to inquire about the automobile. The Andrews family, who owned the classic, insisted that he come by their place so they could meet and conduct an interview. That’s right folks I said “interview”.

The interview lasted about 2 to 3 hours. They grilled Joe Brown on everything from who would drive the car to what color socks he likes to wear. Even the family dog got in on the act by hollering and barking at Joe's every move. Finally, Mr. Andrews stopped the interview and asked him to put on his coat and take a ride. Joe said “where are we going?” Mr. Andrews responded “your place to see where you want to keep old gal”. As they left Mr Andrew's home you could hear that damn dog howling in the background again, “Oowwwwwooo!"

When they arrived at Joe’s home, Mr. Andrews quickly went to overlook the garage area. Once he was satisfied with what he saw he gave Joe the thumbs up. “I'm gonna give you my vote to buy old gal” said Mr. Andrews. "But, you understand she is like a part of our family. And I still have to convince my wife and kids to sell her to you....especially that damn dog!" Both men just laughed.