classic cars
Seven Days of Dream Car Garages: Day Four by Stephen Elmer
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Assembling a list like this is actually a hard thing to do. Surprising as that may seem, putting together the perfect combination of vehicles, imaginary as it may be, needs to be carefully assembled, thought through, with each option weighed and considered. So submitted for your reading pleasure, here is what my garage would look like, if…
Classic Car Collectors Suffer Big Blow from Sandy
Hurricane Sandy was the most devastating blow to classic car collecting ever according to Hagerty Insurance.
Original 1966 Batmobile Heading to Barrett-Jackson Auction
The original 1966 Batmobile is heading to the Barrett-Jackson auction in Scottsdale, Ariz. in January.
Classic Lincoln Models Invade 2012 LA Auto Show
With nothing new to show off at the 2012 LA Auto Show, Lincoln decided to buck the trend by bringing a collection of fine, classic Lincoln models to its booth.
Paul McCartney’s 1964 Aston Martin DB5 Headed to Auction
One of Britain’s most iconic vehicles, owned by one of its most iconic stars, will be heading to RM Auctions in London estimating to fetch an impressive $482,880 – $611,650 (£300,000-£380,000).
Ford Announces 1940 Coupe Body Reproduction
Hot rodders will rejoice and collectors might grimace, but Ford just announced the latest addition to its licensed all-steel reproduction car bodies — the 1940 Coupe.
Volvo ‘Million Miler’ Club Gets a New Member
Maryland resident Selden Cooper has joined the ‘Million Miler’ club as his 1987 Volvo 240 has eclipsed 1,000,000 miles on the odometer.
1960 Ferrari California Rakes in $11 M at Auction
Aside from making a splash by bringing its hottest new number – the F12 Berlinetta – to Pebble Beach for its North American debut, the company also rocked the auction block by selling a 1960 Ferrari California for $11 million.
GM CEO Dan Akerson Auctioning Personal 1958 Corvette
Dan Akerson will be auctioning off his classic 1958 Chevrolet Corvette with all its proceeds benefiting the Habitat for Humanity Detroit.
1952 VW Bug Featured in First Episode of ‘Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee’
Well, the wait is finally over. Jerry Seinfeld’s new Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee has aired its first episode that stars comedians Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David, a 1952 Volkswagen Bug, and of course, coffee.
1966 Volvo P1800S Draws Close to 3,000,000 Miles
Irvin Gordon loves his 1966 Volvo P1800S; so much in fact that the pair is close to traveling 3,000,000 miles together.
Own a Brand New 1967 Shelby G.T. 500CR Convertible
When there’s only one prototype of a car in existence, and it features the name ‘Shelby’ in it, there’s no doubt it’s one of the rarest and most sought after collector cars in the world.
1989 Ford Saleen Mustang SSC With Just 7,918 Miles for $36,900
When the Mustang celebrated its 25th birthday, Ford absent-mindedly seemed to had ignored the date. The American automaker didn’t create a special edition model to commemorate 25 years of domestic performance, so Steve Saleen took matters into his own hands by creating 895 limited edition Mustang SSCs.
Steve McQueen’s Classic Ferrari 275 GTB4 Restored
Converted to, well, a convertible, then restored to its original hardtop, a Ferrari 275 GTB4 that originally belonged to Steve McQueen came in to Ferrari Classiche for certification.
Star Trek Star Patrick Stewart Will Race in the Silverstone Classic
Racing is probably one of the last things you know him for, unless you’re thinking of racing across the galaxy, but Patrick Stewart will be racing in this summer’s Silverstone Classic.
Growing Interest in Japanese Collector Cars Driven by Nostalgia, Racing Heritage
Picture a classic car in your head: likely it’s an American icon like a late ‘60s Mustang or even earlier like a ‘50s Fairlane. Maybe your taste is a bit more exotic and you’re imagining a classic Ferrari or even a British sports car like an MG or Triumph.
Collector Car Appreciation Day on July 13
For the past two years, SEMA has worked with the U.S. Senate to designate a day as “Collector Car Appreciation Day”, and this year it will fall on July 13.
Nissan GT-R Sedan Runs Track in Tribute Video
First produced in 1969 as a sedan, the Nissan Skyline GT-R debuted as a sedan but would quickly turn into a coupe by 1971.
2004 Pebble Beach Best of Show Heading to RM Auctions
One of the most stunning classics that has ever been seen will be heading to RM Auctions in August at Monterey.
Ford Focus Classic For Sale in China, Priced Like New Focus in US
Would you entertain the idea of buying an old-model Ford Focus new from the manufacturer? In today’s throwaway culture it’s hard to imagine buying anything but the latest product, but that’s not the perspective everywhere. In other parts of the world, previous model cars remain for sale at a discount after a new lines debut.
Racing Reverend Takes to the Track in a 1952 Jaguar C-type
Iconic racing cars never retire. Having not seen competitive action for a decade, a special 1952 Jaguar C-type returns to racing for the 2012 Royal Automobile Club Woodcote trophy, and the racing Reverend Simon Butler will be behind the wheel.
1962 Ferrari 250 GTO Owner’s Manual Sells for $8,200
Losing an owner’s manual isn’t a big deal anymore. All the information you need is available online, either from the manufacturer or other people who dealt with the same problem, which is why paying $8,200 for such a thing might seem absurd.
MINI Ray is a Bad Dose of ’80s Style
Tease up those bangs, put on your neon legwarmers, throw in a couple extra shoulder pads and get ready for the ‘80s-inspired MINI Ray. Before you get too excited, the new MINI is only available in Italy. Targeted at the young and hip, the RAY makes a bold statement with vibrant neon colors. We find…
Chevrolet Memorabilia Collector Tries for Guinness World Record
For Charlie Mallon, 54, of Downington, Pa., nothing numbers more greatly in life than his collection of Chevrolet memorabilia. As a life-long collector and avid enthusiast, Mallon amassed 2,181 different Chevrolet items over the past 40 years. After the better pat of a lifetime’s devotion to his hobby, he finally counted up his trinkets to realize there might…
