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Oles Garage Car Collection 2024
This up-to-date post outlines the classic cars that are currently in our family, as well as car models we are thinking about acquiring.

Frank Oles
Apr 23, 202410 min read
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Geneva Concours 2023
Even 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 Oles
Oct 5, 20234 min read
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Oles Garage Car Collection 2023
Update post of the current Oles Garage fleet.

Frank Oles
Jan 31, 20238 min read
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Oles Garage Car Collection 2022
The 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 Oles
Feb 11, 20226 min read
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1990 Nissan GTR Bee R 324R 7610
Welcoming 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 Oles
Feb 4, 20223 min read
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1992 Nissan 240SX Summary
After 6 years of wrenching, waiting for parts, spending lots of money, switching tuners and finally getting results, I am so pleased with...

Frank Oles
Dec 31, 20214 min read
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Bye-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 Oles
Jul 8, 20202 min read
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Wheels 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 Oles
Jul 7, 20202 min read
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Wheel Fitment Hell
This 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...

Frank Oles
Jul 7, 20206 min read
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The Type X Look, Stage 2
The plan in spring was to give my 240 a fresh, drivable look for summer 2020. Unfortunately, Covid-19 has thrown a wrench into my plans...

Frank Oles
Jul 7, 20205 min read
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The Type X Look, Stage 1
As the above photo illustrates, there are many different paths you can take on the appearance of your S-chassis. The middle white car...

Frank Oles
Jul 7, 20204 min read
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2000 Acura Integra GSR
Originally, I purchased the 240 to be a fun daily driver. After digging into that car, it soon became obvious to me that 1) I loved it...

Frank Oles
Dec 10, 20174 min read
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1992 Nissan 240SX
I finally found my answer... As gear heads, we are always looking for the answer. The perfect vehicle that will make our automotive...

Frank Oles
May 7, 20176 min read
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2009 Acura TSX
John Vassos, the service department director of Acura of Brookfield and friend of all NSXs, says the Acura TSX is "A no-brainer. Just buy...

Frank Oles
Aug 22, 20152 min read
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1997 Acura Integra Type R
After selling my NSX, there was a big Acura-shaped hole in my life. That hole would soon be filled by a mint 1997 Acura Integra. I found...

Frank Oles
Jul 1, 20142 min read
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2000 Jeep Cherokee
The hand-me-down Jeep - The story begins... There are some vehicles that are destined to lead a pampered life - parked in garaged, buffed...

Frank Oles
Nov 6, 20132 min read
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2004 VW Jetta
I always wanted a Volkswagen with a VR6 engine. I was becoming increasingly paranoid about daily driving the Integra Type R. Cindy needed...

Frank Oles
Oct 12, 20133 min read
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1964 VW Beetle
I found this car for my Dad while on a work trip in LA around 2004. In those days, when a commercial package required lots of CG (in this...

Frank Oles
May 12, 20123 min read
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1984 VW GTI
Oh, the adventures I had in this car. Broke the transmission driving my friends to see Pulp Fiction at top speed - WE WERE LATE! Turns...

Frank Oles
Apr 12, 20123 min read
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1978 VW Beetle Convertible
This is the story of our Beetle Convertible. Never could I have imagined we'd be cruising around in Beetle Ragtop, yet here we are!...

Frank Oles
Mar 31, 20122 min read
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