The Porsche automobile and Ferdinand Porsche are inseparable parts of the fabled Porsche mythology; the type 356 was conceived by Ferry Porsche, son of Ferdinand, but it was rooted very strongly in long-standing convictions. This car also had its roots in the legendary New York distributor of imported cars, Max Hoffman. Mr. Hoffman had a […] More
In celebration of Lamborghini’s 25th anniversary, the company released a further updated and slightly restyled version of its celebrated Countach. It was unveiled at the 1988 Italian Grand Prix at Monza and would become, to many, the most desirable form for the car. With almost 500 subtle changes over its predecessor, the 5000 QV, the […] More
Don’t expect to see a Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet amongst the crowd every day; even when brand new, this was recognized as a car of distinction that many experts considered to be the best overall automobile offering in the world. Such one example from 1971, will be offered on sale by Auctions America on Saturday, […] More
The 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC/4 on offer, Chassis # 14419 is likely the most important example of the model to be offered to the public in recent years. According to the accompanying Massini Report, Chassis # 14419 was the sixth example produced and was ordered, invoiced, and delivered new to Carrozzeria Pininfarina S.p.A of Torino, […] More
The 330 GTC was introduced in Geneva just two years after the 330 GT 2+2, and it embodied the best of both worlds between the comparatively plush 330 GT 2+2 and the more hardcore 275 GTB. The 330 GTC used the same steering, suspension, and transmission as the 275 GTB, and these features, coupled with […] More
This original, two owner 959 is reported to have 7,500 original kilometers; it is a German delivery car that was originally owned by Max Moritz, a quite well-known Porsche driver and engineer who has his own line of branded parts designs. It was serviced regularly while in Germany at various Porsche dealerships and the 959 […] More
The Shelby GT 350 is a legend. Using Ford’s already incredible K-code Mustang fastback as a basis, Carroll Shelby made the “it” car of the ’60s even hotter by making his version of the Mustang faster, lighter, and even more fun to drive. In the first year of production, 562 examples were built, and these […] More
One of the most exclusive Ferraris ever produced will be offered by Auctions America on Saturday, June 25 at its Santa Monica Collector Car Auction where expected to fetch $1,8 – $2,1 million. This car, chassis number 104794, was completed by the factory in December 1995, finished in Rosso Corsa (FER 300/12 DS) over Nero […] More
With the 30-foot size of a truck, this polished aluminum-clad custom Packard Royal V-12 Streamliner Roadster is a supercharged marvel that consistently stops people in their tracks with its imposing style, design, display and power. The man leading the team of craftsmen responsible for this commanding beast is Rodney Rucker. Mr. Rucker worked with the […] More
With this one beautiful exception of engineering, there was no such thing as an American sports car. Road & Track magazine considered that, without question, the Corvette was one of the best handling front engine production cars in the world in 1969 and that the four-wheel disc brakes were also in the same classification. When […] More
1969 Ferrari 365 GTC Chassis 12487 will be offered at Auctions America’s Santa Monica Collector Car Auction on Saturday, June 25, 2016. The car is driven by its original drivetrain with the engine and gearbox being rebuilt in 2015 by Ferrari of Beverly Hills. The car has been properly sorted for road use, touring or […] More
The Boss 429 was the priciest non-Shelby Mustang to date, and it was available in very limited numbers, with what is reported as an even 500 for the 1970 model year. The Boss Mustang offered here is a rare preservation example having never required restoration and exhibiting what is reported to be all original except […] More
