eBay Gems

Posted on Apr 30, 2015 in Antique | Comments Off on eBay Gems

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. I decided to take a break from the usual posts, and highlight some pretty amazing cars I found on eBay. I spend a lot of time browsing through the ads, looking at cars, and am always amazed at some of the little gems being offered. Today was extra special, as I found my old Jaguar XJS being offered from her present...

Defending The Chevy Vega

Posted on Mar 27, 2015 in Antique | Comments Off on Defending The Chevy Vega

As part of some research into an article on the worst cars ever made, I decided to check out similar lists on the internet. Most of them were just plain silly, like Time Magazine’s “Worst Cars of All Time” which included the Plymouth Prowler and Chevy SSR solely because they lacked a little horsepower, and the magnificent BMW 7-Series because of its complicated...

Mustang Sadly

Posted on Feb 14, 2015 in Antique | Comments Off on Mustang Sadly

April 17th is the birthday of the Ford Mustang. Introduced on this date in 1964, the Pony Car has a long and varied history. To some, the car is an icon. To many others, the car is a reminder of what corporate America can do with a good idea. Originally, the car was designed as a two seat, mid engine sports car, and named the T-5. Sexy as that sounds, they...

The Most Intelligent Car Ever Built

Posted on Jan 15, 2015 in Antique | Comments Off on The Most Intelligent Car Ever Built

James Bond, Agent 007 is forever paired with Aston Martin. Every mission MI6 issues him a new model from the British marque, which he promptly destroys. These cars seem to be standard issue to British spies. But, I have to ask: What type of car would James Bond buy for himself? The answer, if you have read the novels, is a Saab 900 called the Silver Beast....

Gran Turismo 5 Cars

Posted on Dec 6, 2014 in Antique | Comments Off on Gran Turismo 5 Cars

Someone at Polyphony is a car lover, and one look at the new Gran Turismo 5 list will confirm it. This is Part II of my highlights from the GT5 cars, and it includes some amazing automobiles. Maserati – 35 examples of this fine marque are included in the new GT5, including the 250F, Khamsin, Ghibli, and Quattroporte. The perfect Italian mafia car is finally...

Revolutionary, Nazi Killer, Hitler’s other People’s Car

Posted on Aug 26, 2014 in Antique | Comments Off on Revolutionary, Nazi Killer, Hitler’s other People’s Car

Adolph Hitler and Dr. Ferdinand Porsche are usually credited with the development of the Volkswagen Beetle. But there is another designer who shares in the credit, one who is not only forgotten, but was only recognized for his achievement after he sued Porsche, and won. That designer is Hans Ledwinka, and he was an automotive designer responsible for many...