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An Old Volvo NPR's "Car Talk with Click & Clack, the Tappet Brothers"
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The Story of....The Picker, the Princess, & the Swedish Steed
Once upon a time, (the summer of 1978) Tom met Ellen. Several days later Tom met Fred, Red Fred that is, Ellen's trusty 1968 Volvo 142, shown in his later years on the label of this CD. Previously, following Fred's second encounter with an unmatched bumper, Ellen's parents, long time Volvo owners, reached the conclusion that it would be a sounder investment to "deed ole' Fred" to their daughter rather than fund his restoration. Besides, "damsel in distress", you know it could be the means by which she'd meet a suitable young beau off in that sleepy little college town of Corvallis, Oregon. Thus entering on the scene was not-so-young Tom, innocent of Volvos but with an interest in things mechanical (as many guitar players seem to be) and with a keen eye for a pretty damsel in distress, especially one with a beautiful voice. A year and a half later ole Red Fred became the unofficial dowry. By 1984 Tom has become so experienced in the workings of the likes of Fred, a small business called Demarest's Corner Garage appears in the neighborhood to service the numerous Old Volvos which can be found in many college towns. Out of the chaos and cacophony which is inherent to an automotive repair shop, a song arises and is soon heard at the local coffee houses. Well, the garage is now an espresso bar called Sam's Station, a wonderful improvement to our neighborhood. The only Volvos in our lives now are our own. But the song lives on and if you've ever had the pleasure an old Volvo in your life, you can relate! |
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To purchase via U.S. mail, send $6 check or money order
(which includes shipping & handling) Tom Demarest For additional information by phone (541) 752-4250 or e-mail by clicking on this link td@oregrownmusic.com |
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