Frank OlesApr 23, 202410 min readOles Garage Car Collection 2024This 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 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 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 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...
Frank OlesJul 7, 20205 min readThe Type X Look, Stage 2The 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 OlesJul 7, 20204 min readThe Type X Look, Stage 1As the above photo illustrates, there are many different paths you can take on the appearance of your S-chassis. The middle white car...
Frank OlesDec 10, 20174 min read2000 Acura Integra GSROriginally, 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 OlesMay 7, 20176 min read1992 Nissan 240SXI finally found my answer... As gear heads, we are always looking for the answer. The perfect vehicle that will make our automotive...
Frank OlesAug 22, 20152 min read2009 Acura TSXJohn 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 OlesJul 1, 20142 min read1997 Acura Integra Type RAfter 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 OlesNov 6, 20132 min read2000 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 OlesOct 12, 20133 min read2004 VW JettaI always wanted a Volkswagen with a VR6 engine. I was becoming increasingly paranoid about daily driving the Integra Type R. Cindy needed...
Frank OlesMay 12, 20123 min read1964 VW BeetleI 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 OlesApr 12, 20123 min read1984 VW GTIOh, 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 OlesMar 31, 20122 min read1978 VW Beetle ConvertibleThis is the story of our Beetle Convertible. Never could I have imagined we'd be cruising around in Beetle Ragtop, yet here we are!...
