Frank OlesAug 29, 20243 min read1973 Citroen DS Engine DetectivesMechanical functions restored, we were finally able to bask in the beautiful design of the DS Convertible.
Frank OlesOct 5, 20234 min readGeneva Concours 2023Even though I attend a variety of car events over the course of a summer, my two biggest priorities are the Oakbrook Father's Day Car...
Frank OlesSep 27, 20232 min read1973 Citroen SMCitroen SM is one of those iconic cars from my childhood. The car's party piece is a three position hydraulic suspension that allows it...
Frank OlesSep 27, 20232 min read1972 Citroen SMBlack was one of the rarest colors for the Citroen SM. It's a shame, because black looks so good on its flowing lines. It has a bit of a...
Frank OlesSep 27, 20232 min read1998 Rover Mini SportspackThe original Mini Cooper had quite a run from 1959 all the way up til 2000! Our 1998 model was the last of the series, known as a MK7...
Frank OlesSep 27, 20232 min read1986 Citroen 2CV CharlestonWe did our homework before purchasing this Citroen 2CV. Like all old cars, these like to rust and it does not take long for serious...
Frank OlesSep 26, 20233 min read1957 Citroen Traction Avant 11BLMy Uncle Jim Oles has a thing for French cars, it seems. Perhaps it's the unique blend of innovative and unusual engineering coupled with...
Frank OlesSep 26, 20232 min read1973 Citroen DS ConvertibleThis 1973 Citroen DS Convertible represents the pinnacle of French engineering and design. A Citroen DS is featured at MoMA and numerous...
Frank OlesSep 26, 20232 min read1957 Mercedes 190SLThis car has the longest history with the Oles family. Some of my favorite childhood memories of the car are when Jim would drive it over...
Frank OlesJan 31, 20238 min readOles Garage Car Collection 2023Update post of the current Oles Garage fleet.
Frank OlesFeb 11, 20226 min readOles Garage Car Collection 2022The classic car hobby has always been strong in my family, as far back as my Grandfathers on both sides: Stanley Oles Sr. and Clayton...
Frank OlesFeb 4, 20223 min read1990 Nissan GTR Bee R 324R 7610Welcoming a new car into the Oles Family Garage is always a special occasion. This particular car has been on my mind since my friend...
Frank OlesDec 31, 20214 min read1992 Nissan 240SX SummaryAfter 6 years of wrenching, waiting for parts, spending lots of money, switching tuners and finally getting results, I am so pleased with...
Frank OlesDec 30, 20211 min readOles Garage: Tools & TalentI cannot thank my Father and Uncle Jim enough for all the help they have provided on car projects (and all projects!) over the years. I...
Frank OlesAug 9, 20214 min readTraction Avant Update 2021After a month of driving the Traction Avant around in November and getting to know its quirks and features, we brought it into the shop...
Frank OlesJul 28, 20213 min readTwo More SMsCitroen SMs are a complicated car with exotic engineering for their time. Pretty much everyone we know that owns an SM currently owns or...
Frank OlesJul 8, 20202 min readBye-bye Bump Steer!When I first purchased my 240SX, the handling was terrible. The car was "slammed" on coil overs. Although the car looked good low, the...
Frank OlesJul 7, 20202 min readWheels that slip find new grip.When I purchased my car, it came equipped with an aftermarket rear differential - the Tomei 2-way LSD. A popular choice for drifting, the...
Frank OlesJul 7, 20206 min readWheel Fitment HellThis is one of the instances where the sins of the previous owner came back to haunt me. I was never happy with the suspension stance and...
