Have you ever seen one? No? We’re not surprised—this is a model that has become extremely rare and is hardly ever spotted, even at major classic car gatherings. A remarkable example of one of France’s most innovative family cars of the 1970s, this 1975 Renault 16 TX offers an authentic glimpse into the past, preserved… Read More Rare hatchback: 1975 Renault 16 TX
In recent years, many have abused the term “patina,” using it to describe what are essentially wrecks. In this case, however, the term seems entirely appropriate. We’re looking at an exceptional condition for an equally rare car: a DKW 1000 Coupé built by Fissore, the renowned coachbuilder from Piedmont, commissioned by the German manufacturer. It’s… Read More Patina Monster/11: 1960 DKW 1000 Coupé by Fissore
The 1970 Plymouth Superbird was born out of a fierce competition on North American racetracks, especially in NASCAR. Following the success of the Dodge Charger Daytona in 1969, which had been designed with radical aerodynamics to dominate high-speed ovals, Plymouth wanted a similar weapon to lure superstar driver Richard Petty back from Ford. To meet… Read More Meep Meep: 1970 Plymouth Superbird
This may not be the most famous Lancia in the minds of Italian car collectors, but those who know it understand the level of technical and build sophistication that defined this luxury sedan—an automobile that, at the time, very few could afford. In fact, when new in 1952, this car cost 2,200,000 Italian lire—adjusted for… Read More Italian luxury: 1952 Lancia Aurelia B21
When you see a mirror-like glossy paint finish on a car that’s 50 years old or more, and someone tries to pass it off as the original paint, show them this photo. We don’t deny that there may be exceptions to the rule, but the truth is that the lead-based paints used back then don’t… Read More Dull pine: 1970 Alfa Romeo GT Junior
And here is a rare 1100 TV built by Pininfarina, based on the Fiat 1100-103 that had been released — in this case — the previous year. A solid and reliable platform, upon which dozens of special versions were built by the coachbuilders of the era. This example is said to be preserved and in… Read More Green inside: 1954 Fiat 1100 TV Coupé by Pininfarina
If you want to have the chance to win the Preservation Class award at the next concours you take part in, this might be the car for you. The seller actually says that the last time this car was driven was in 1971 and, if you think about it, that really is many years ago… Read More Long Island survivor: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
This Porsche 356 B 1600 S Cabriolet is presented as a well-preserved example, featuring a numbers-matching 1600cc engine producing 75 horsepower and a four-speed manual transmission, which the owner believes to be original, though the numbers have not been verified. According to the seller, the car was running when parked 25 years ago, making it… Read More Ivory survivor: 1962 Porsche 356B T6 S Cabriolet
When we see examples like this, we get emotional because they are true time machines, the kind of which there are very few, if any, left. Clearly, examples like this no longer have mirror-like paintwork or gleaming chrome, yet they shine with an intense light: the light of history that they carry with them and… Read More One only: 1951 Lancia Aurelia B50 “Vittoria” by Bertone
Discovered in an actual barn after being parked since 1955, this 1932 Ford Roadster is a genuine barn find. The vehicle retains many original features, including early single-finger-hold hood hooks and doors with extra holes for side curtains, indicating its early 1932 production. The original side curtains and top remain intact, bolted to the doors.… Read More The lost hot-rod: 1932 Ford Roadster
