The fourth one: 1958 Fiat 600 Lucciola by Francis Lombardi

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

February 23, 2024February 12, 2024 ClassicvirusLeave a comment

Emoticon face: 1957 DKW Schnellaster F89L

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

February 19, 2024February 11, 2024 ClassicvirusLeave a comment

Psychedelic vehicle: 1959 Porsche 356 Trike Rickshaw

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

February 14, 2024February 11, 2024 ClassicvirusLeave a comment

Chicago ’74: 1967 Shelby Mustang GT 500

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

February 5, 2024February 3, 2024 ClassicvirusLeave a comment

Ran when parked: Two 1958 Austin-Healey 100-6

If you buy a car to restore it, just do it without waiting for some uncertain event because, sad as it is, it’s an inescapable truth that we never know what the future holds. In this specific case, this pair of Austin-Healey 100-6 belonged to someone who had them in their garage with the intention… Read More Ran when parked: Two 1958 Austin-Healey 100-6

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Paint it blue: 1956 Porsche 356A Cabriolet

It’s not easy in our days to find a 356A Cabriolet for restoration that isn’t a mass of rust and still has its original engine, yet here is one. Moreover, this car was born in Aquamarine Metallic, a rather rare color, although it’s evident that over the years, it has undergone several layers of paint,… Read More Paint it blue: 1956 Porsche 356A Cabriolet

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Time traveler: 1936 Peugeot 301 D Coupe

In 1932, just three years after the 1929 crisis, many sectors of the economy were on shaky ground, including (and especially) the automotive industry. Many industries in the Old Continent were forced to close, while others had to drastically reduce production. Against the tide, Peugeot chose to fight the crisis by continuing to invest in… Read More Time traveler: 1936 Peugeot 301 D Coupe

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Rare find: 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 Spider by Touring

Well, yes, we are faced with a rare car not so much for the model itself (although it is quite rare as only about 2,200 units were produced), but for its condition. In the last ten years, many specimens in these conditions have been unearthed and restored. So, if you don’t have $150,000 at once… Read More Rare find: 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 Spider by Touring

November 17, 2023November 11, 2023 ClassicvirusLeave a comment

1 of 7: 1960 Seat 1400 Cabriolet by Serra

We always experience a pleasant sense of amazement when we come across a car whose existence we were not aware of, as was the case with this Seat convertible brought to our attention by our reader Kyle, whom we thank for the tip. The brand itself, especially outside of Europe, is little known. Added to… Read More 1 of 7: 1960 Seat 1400 Cabriolet by Serra

November 10, 2023November 7, 2023 ClassicvirusLeave a comment

1 of 98: 1967 Toyota 2000 GT

One of the most beautiful cars ever made, paradoxically, is also one of the least known to the general public. Certainly, classic car enthusiasts are well acquainted with it – not least because its valuations are extremely high. Yet, we have encountered people who had never heard of this coupe made in very few examples,… Read More 1 of 98: 1967 Toyota 2000 GT

November 8, 2023November 4, 2023 ClassicvirusLeave a comment