The Intermeccanica Italia Spyder is a stunning example of a rare classic car that marries American power with Italian style. Originally, fewer than 300 Italia convertibles were built, features a Ford 351 Windsor engine paired with a 4-speed top loader transmission, encapsulating the typical American engineering. The Italia models have a storied history. After financial… Read More Made in Italy: 1969 Intermeccanica Italia Spyder
For those with a keen eye and a love for classic beach cars, the opportunity to acquire a genuine ’59 Fiat 600 Jolly and a ’69 Fiat 850 Shellette is a rare gem indeed. The Fiat 600 Jolly, crafted by Carrozzeria Ghia, embodies the epitome of carefree beach style from the late 1950s. Originally serving… Read More Rare Beach Finds: 1959 Fiat 600 Jolly by Ghia and 1969 Fiat 850 Shellette by Michelotti
In the realm of motorsports, certain vehicles carry more than just a racing pedigree; they embody a rich tapestry of history, skill, and passion. Such is the case with a piece of automotive history currently up for grabs: a historic SCCA (Sports Car Club of America) race car with an illustrious past dating back to… Read More Unveiling History: 1960 Porsche 356B T5 Roadster
Here is another rare 2600 Spider in almost original condition that has emerged from nowhere after a 40-year hibernation: we can say that this long sleep has not harmed it. Of course, after four decades of inactivity, the engine is unlikely to want to wake up and will probably need to be completely rebuilt, especially… Read More Old graphite: 1963 Alfa 2600 Spider by Touring
The car in question is a Lancia Augusta cabriolet, known as the Belna, produced in France. This variant was specially crafted by Paul Nèe, a French coachbuilder renowned for his balanced designs and work on some Bugatti models. This particular Lancia Augusta Belna is a comprehensive restoration project. The vehicle has been stored since the… Read More Two tone project: 1934 Lancia Belna by Paul Nèe
The Torana GTR-X, a rare Australian marvel, stands as a testament to ingenuity and automotive artistry. Conceived by GM-H in the late 1960s, this stunning sports car was envisioned to challenge the norms of its time. Boasting a unique combination of a fibreglass body atop a steel “ladder” chassis, reminiscent of the iconic Chevrolet Corvette,… Read More Rare gem: 1970 Torana GTR-X
Francis Lombardi was a renowned Italian coachbuilder who started modifying Fiat 600 models in the late 1950s, offering unique body styles not available directly from Fiat, including the Lucciola (Firefly) with four doors. These modifications were not merely aesthetic but also practical, enhancing the vehicle’s accessibility and functionality without compromising its iconic design and performance… Read More The fourth one: 1958 Fiat 600 Lucciola by Francis Lombardi
The 1957 DKW Schellaster F89 L is a rare window van that showcases the innovative design and engineering of the post-war era. With a 3-cylinder, 2-stroke engine and a manual transmission, it reflects the unique characteristics of the DKW Schnellaster series, which was produced from the late 1940s to 1962. Although this particular van requires… Read More Emoticon face: 1957 DKW Schnellaster F89L
This Trike represents a fascinating piece of automotive customization, where the historical integrity of the Porsche 356 A coupe’s engineering met some guy’s madness. Imagine if a Porsche 356 A and a Harley Davidson got together at a 1960s rock festival and had a love child; that would be the 1959 356 Trike Rickshaw. This… Read More Psychedelic vehicle: 1959 Porsche 356 Trike Rickshaw
Chicago was the last city to see its streets graced by this GT500, and it was exactly 50 years ago when it was parked and never used again. This Shelby Mustang has been parked in a Chicago-area garage since 1976 and hasn’t been driven since 1974. The car’s original Ford VIN number is 7R02Q213641, verifying… Read More Chicago ’74: 1967 Shelby Mustang GT 500
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