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12/09/2025

1963 Ford Galaxie 2-Door Sedan
Ordering Ford's R-Code 427 performance package in a standard two-door sedan represented an uncommon choice in 1963.
While most performance buyers favored the new mid-year fastback Sports Hardtop for its aerodynamic advantages, the squared-roof "boxtop" body style paired with the high-output engine created an understated street machine that still shared the same race-bred drivetrain.
The 427-cubic-inch V8 produced a factory-rated 425 horsepower through dual Holley four-barrel carburetors mounted on an aluminum intake manifold.
With 11.5:1 compression, cross-bolted main bearings, and a solid-lifter camshaft generating approximately 480 pound-feet of torque, the engine was combined with a mandatory Borg-Warner T-10 four-speed manual transmission, typically backed by very steep rear gears such as 4.10-4.11:1 in performance-focused builds.
The package included heavy-duty suspension components, a reinforced frame for big-block duty, 15-inch wheels, and upgraded drum brakes sized similarly to police and taxi packages. Ford offered the R-Code in most Galaxie and Galaxie 500 body styles (excluding wagons), with total 1963 R-Code production at about 3,857 cars across all variants.
Non-fastback “boxtop” versions are generally agreed to represent a small fraction of that total compared to the more numerous fastback R-Codes.
This combination delivered serious straight-line performance without the flashy appearance of the fastback roofline, creating what enthusiasts recognize as a legitimate sleeper when fitted with plain trim and standard wheel covers.

12/09/2025

1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 Sc Coupe
Hand-built coachwork from Sindelfingen clothed just 98 examples of the 300 Sc Coupe between 1955 and 1958, making it rarer than the contemporary 300SL Gullwing and commanding a higher price when new.
Conservative styling featured flowing front fenders over minimal running boards, an extended hood, and chrome brightwork along the hood sides identifying the fuel-injected variant. The hand-finished interiors featured supple leather upholstery and burr walnut trim comparable to period Rolls-Royce standards.
Introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 1955, the 300 Sc received Bosch mechanical fuel injection adapted from the 300SL racing program. The 183 cubic inch overhead-cam inline six produced 175 horsepower at 5,400 rpm, replacing the triple-carburetor setup of the earlier 300S.
Four-wheel independent suspension, servo-assisted drum brakes, and a four-speed manual transmission completed the mechanical specification. The 300 Sc achieved a top speed of 112 mph and reached 62 mph in approximately 13 seconds, placing it among the fastest luxury automobiles of its time.

12/09/2025

1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 LWB Landaulet
Among the 59 factory-built Landaulets produced on the W100 chassis, the six-door Pullman configuration represented the most exclusive variant of what was already the world's most expensive automobile.
Introduced in 1965 and continuing through 1981, these parade cars stretched across a 153.5-inch wheelbase and measured over 20 feet overall, featuring a retractable fabric top that covered the rear passenger compartment, allowing occupants to stand and wave to crowds.
The six-door arrangement incorporated fold-down auxiliary seats in the center section between the driver's compartment and rear bench.
Mercedes-Benz designers Friedrich Geiger, Paul Bracq, and Bruno Sacco collaborated on the 600's distinctive proportions, which shared front-end sheet metal with standard-wheelbase models but diverged completely aft of the B-pillar.
Power came from the 386 cubic inch M100 V8 with mechanical fuel injection, producing 250 horsepower at 4,000 rpm and 369 lb-ft of torque. The substantial output was partially consumed by an innovative hydraulic system controlling suspension height adjustment, shock absorber firmness, door locks, window operation, and seat positioning (pneumatic assist handled the braking system).
Despite curb weights approaching 6,000 pounds (about 2,722 kg), the four-speed automatic transmission delivered top speeds exceeding 120 mph.
Four-wheel independent suspension with adjustable ride height and selectable damper settings provided exceptional refinement for heads of state, royalty, and government fleets worldwide.

12/09/2025

1973 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 Roadster
Introduced in 1971, the Jaguar E-Type Series III V12 Roadster marked the grand finale of this iconic British sports car line. At its heart was a groundbreaking 5.3-liter V12 engine, designed by industry veterans Walter Hassan and Harry Mundy. The all-alloy powerplant generated 272 horsepower, propelling the car to speeds over 140 mph and achieving 0-100 mph in approximately 16 seconds.
The Series III featured distinctive visual elements: flared wheel arches, a deeper radiator intake with grille, and a quad-pipe exhaust system. Technical improvements included ventilated front disc brakes, enhanced front suspension, and standard power steering. The interior maintained Jaguar's traditional luxury appointments.
By the time production ended in 1975, more than 15,000 Series III E-Types had been manufactured. This model represented a shift from pure sports car to refined grand tourer, offering optional automatic transmission while maintaining impressive performance capabilities.

12/09/2025

1932 Ford Model 18 V-8 Drophead Coupe
Ford's Model 18 introduced the revolutionary 221-cubic-inch flathead V-8 in 1932, making eight-cylinder power accessible to ordinary buyers at prices starting around $465. The L-head engine produced 65 horsepower at 3,400 rpm with 130 pound-feet of torque, delivering performance previously reserved for expensive automobiles.
Designed under Henry Ford's supervision with styling direction from his son Edsel, the Model 18 shared its 106-inch wheelbase chassis with the four-cylinder Model B.
Initially produced only in American and Canadian factories, overseas customers requiring right-hand-drive configurations purchased bare chassis for completion by coachbuilders in their home countries. British customers particularly favored Commonwealth-built Canadian chassis, which arrived ready for conversion and bodying by London's specialized firms.
Carlton Carriage Company of Willesden, London, established itself during the 1920s and 1930s as a premier builder of drophead coupes, creating elegant coachwork for numerous American and European chassis including Rolls-Royce, Bentley, and various American marques.
Their archetypal Jazz Era designs featured distinctive proportions with flowing beltlines, carefully crafted folding tops, and luxurious appointments executed in fine leathers and woodwork. Carlton's aesthetic language borrowed from contemporary British sporting automobiles, resulting in Ford V-8s that resembled diminutive Bentleys or Rolls-Royces in character.
These custom-bodied examples combined American mechanical simplicity and performance with European craftsmanship and styling refinement, creating rare and distinctive automobiles recognized today by the Classic Car Club of America as Full Classics.

12/09/2025

1972 Rolls-Royce Phantom VI Limousine
Just 374 chassis received individual coachwork between 1968 and 1991, with nearly every example bodied by Mulliner Park Ward in the traditional limousine configuration.
This Rolls-Royce became the first production automobile to feature dual air conditioning as standard equipment, separating climate control for driver and passengers.
The 12.1-foot (3.7-meter) wheelbase provided exceptional interior space for folding forward-facing occasional seats and an elaborate burled wood cocktail cabinet, while a glass divider maintained privacy between compartments.
Weighing approximately 5,512 pounds (2,500 kilograms) with its comprehensive appointments, the Phantom VI required substantial motivation. A 6,230 cc V8 engine paired with a four-speed automatic transmission delivered near-silent propulsion despite the considerable mass.
Standard features included West of England cloth or Connolly leather upholstery options, extensive wood veneering throughout the passenger compartment, and electrical amenities that represented the height of early 1970s luxury motoring technology.

12/09/2025

1967 Maserati Quattroporte Saloon (by Carrozzeria Frua)
Racing ahead of its time, the Maserati Quattroporte made history in 1963 as the company's first four-door sedan and its first unitary construction vehicle. Pietro Frua's elegant design wrapped around a potent 4.2-liter four-cam V8 engine derived from the 5000GT.
Despite its substantial two-ton weight, this luxury performer achieved 0-60 mph in 8.7 seconds and reached speeds over 130 mph. The car featured independent front suspension, initially paired with a De Dion rear axle before switching to a live axle setup in 1967.
The Quattroporte matched its high-speed capabilities with refined comfort, establishing itself among elite luxury sedans like the Mercedes-Benz 600 and Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow. Its blend of performance and opulence created a template for future high-performance luxury sedans.

12/09/2025

1954 Kaiser Special 2-Door Club Sedan
Kaiser’s independent automaker produced approximately 500 two-door club sedans in the early 1954 Special series, making them significantly rarer than the more common four-door versions.
These early examples originated as leftover 1953 Manhattans that received updated front sheetmetal, new Safety-Glo taillights, and fresh paint before being sold as entry-level Specials.
The two-tone Jade Green Metallic over Stardust Ivory finish highlighted Kaiser’s bold approach to color combinations during this period.
The 226-cubic-inch L-head inline-six produced 118 horsepower, sending power through a three-speed manual transmission with 3.91 rear gearing. Kaiser's 118.5-inch wheelbase platform featured coil-sprung independent front suspension and a live rear axle with semi-elliptical leaf springs.
The 1954 model year marked Kaiser's penultimate season of American passenger car production, with total output falling to approximately 8,500 units across all lines.
Financial pressures and the absence of V8 power or glamorous body styles contributed to the marque's swift decline, leading to just 1,231 Kaisers assembled for 1955 before domestic production ceased entirely.

12/07/2025

1966 Ford GT40 MkI
Standing just 40 inches tall, the 1966 GT40 MkI road car was essentially a lightly civilised version of Ford’s Le Mans winner, built at Ford Advanced Vehicles in Slough with the same basic mid-engine monocoque layout as the racers.
Around 87 MkI “P” chassis were produced (including this P/1028), with roughly 31 completed in full road-going specification, making these street cars a small subset of overall GT40 production.

Power came from a 289 cubic-inch (4.7 L) V8 mated to a ZF 5-speed transaxle, with road tune output quoted at about 335 horsepower and race engines typically in the 380-390 horsepower range. Performance figures place quarter-mile times in the low-13-second range and top speeds in the mid-160 mph bracket, depending on gearing and tune.
Suspension and brakes largely mirrored racing specification, though road cars generally used softer spring and damper rates and less aggressive brake pads to improve street manners. Even so, ride quality, steering effort, and noise levels remained very much in line with a competition car rather than a typical grand tourer.
Interior trim distinguished the road cars, which gained carpeting, leather upholstery, additional sound deadening, and more complete door and dash finishes, along with options such as heaters, radios, and minimal luggage provisions. These changes made the GT40 marginally more usable on the street, though ingress, pedal placement, and cockpit heat still delivered an uncompromising, race-car-like driving experience.
Most MkI road cars were delivered on chromed knockoff Borrani wire wheels instead of the Halibrand magnesium wheels favored on track, further signaling their street orientation. Despite these concessions to comfort and style, period and modern assessments still describe the GT40 MkI road car as a raw, top-tier 1960s exotic whose acceleration and handling matched contemporary racing-bred machinery.

12/07/2025

1940 Cadillac Series 60 Special
Hidden running boards and squared-off pontoon fenders signaled a dramatic departure from traditional Cadillac styling when this model debuted in 1938.
William Mitchell's design (the first complete car styling he executed for General Motors) created what many consider the prototype for modern sedan architecture.
The integrated trunk, flush doors with bright metal window frames, and dramatically raked windshield established proportions that influenced American luxury cars for decades.
Built on a 127-inch wheelbase (smaller than other Cadillacs of the period), the Series 60 Special targeted affluent drivers who preferred handling their own cars rather than employing chauffeurs.
Fisher Body constructed 1939 and 1940 examples to Fleetwood designs originally executed for the 1938 debut year.
The 346 cubic-inch overhead-valve V8 generated 135 horsepower through a three-speed synchromesh transmission.
Independent front suspension with coil springs and a semi-floating rear axle with leaf springs provided the ride quality expected from Cadillac's mid-range luxury offering. Hydraulic drum brakes operated on all four wheels.

12/07/2025

1953 Chrysler Special
Virgil Exner's collaboration with Turin coachbuilder Ghia produced some of the most influential show cars of the early 1950s, and this limited-production coupe stands among the rarest.
Following the debut of a shortened-wheelbase prototype at the 1952 Paris Salon, Chrysler export manager C.B. Thomas commissioned a small series built on the standard 125.5-inch wheelbase New Yorker chassis. Only 19 examples were constructed, all originally delivered to European customers through France Motors and Ghia's private clientele.
The design featured unusually high wheel arches that extended nearly to the tops of the fenders, flowing sides with minimal brightwork, rounded headlights, and a broad trapezoidal grille.
The semi-fastback roofline allowed seating for four adults while maintaining the prototype's athletic proportions. Exner's son contributed the distinctive front fender treatment, where a subtle ridge folded into the bodywork ahead of the doors.
Ghia's craftsmen hand-formed aluminum bodywork over the Chrysler platform, powered by the 331 cubic-inch FirePower Hemi V8 generating 180 horsepower.
Early examples received the Fluid Torque Drive four-speed semi-automatic transmission, while later cars used the newer PowerFlite two-speed automatic that replaced it during 1953 production.

12/07/2025

1934 Cadillac 370-D V-12 Five-Passenger Sedan
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At its heart was a 368 cubic inch overhead valve V12 engine, featuring twin Stromberg carburetors and producing 135 horsepower at 3,400 rpm. The powertrain included a three-speed synchronized manual transmission.
Developed by engineer Owen Nacker, this V12 engine shared design elements with Cadillac's legendary V16. The 370-D featured independent front suspension, semi-elliptical leaf springs in the rear, and four-wheel vacuum-assisted mechanical drum brakes. Buyers could choose between Fisher production bodies or premium Fleetwood coachwork.
The car debuted during challenging economic times, which limited its production to just 683 units in 1934. Despite this, the model showcased significant advances in automotive design, including streamlined styling, torpedo headlights, and distinctive "biplane" bumpers, marking it as one of the most sophisticated American luxury cars of its day.

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