Sorry to hear of your loss. It's always tragic to loose a parent. What I am reading is that she had a very long life and could enjoy you growing up and igniting the Ford hobby at you. Phantastic thing I assume most children do not share the same interest with their parents. But one thing is for sure, you are the man who you are because of her and no one can take away the memory of all the things you did together. Our thoughts are with you.
Matthias