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
It’s not an April Fool’s joke but one of the now very few Giulietta Sprints that haven’t been crushed by some wrecker, or left in a yard to rot until there’s nothing left, or completely restored. Indeed, the car has the typical “barn find” appearance: a complete car, with all its components in place, fundamentally… Read More To rustore: 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint
Unlike the majority of the 1600 GTs which were produced under the name Glas, this particular model is indeed a BMW. Between 1964 and 1967, Glas manufactured 5,376 GTs, including 363 convertibles. From June 1967 to August 1968, an additional 1,259 cars were produced under the BMW badge after BMW acquired Glas. This transition makes… Read More German fastback: 1968 BMW 1600 GT by Frua
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
When we see a project for a ’67 or ’68 Mustang GT390, we have to post it, let alone if it’s about two examples at once. In a remarkable find, two 1967 Mustang Fastbacks, the GT 390 and GTA 390, have surfaced for sale, offering a unique opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts. These models, known… Read More Rare couple: 1967 Ford Mustang GT 390 and GTA 390 Fastback
We didn’t know that as early as ’54 Viotti was already building these small coupés based on the Fiat 600. In fact, we have verified that the first Fiat 600s were delivered in 1955, so we doubt that this car could date back to ’54, as the seller claims. This is the “Coupé” version, much… Read More Cheap and chic / 2: 1955 Fiat 600 Coupé by Viotti
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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