Month: January 2023

Hot Rod in Orange
Car Shows, Hot Rods, Projects

Hot Rods

This page was updated on 15-3-2023 Okay, they’re not exactly what everyone might use day to day but heck they’re fun! Terrific sounding too with the right engine, obviously a V8. And NI has some fine examples. Love them or loathe them they’re part of the world’s transport history. Another […]

Chrysler Imperial
Pride And Joy, Rarities

American Motors

Inspiring designs from the U.S.A. I love American motors. From their enormous winged land yachts to the thrum of their V8 motors. They are a very individual mode of transport that shouts to be recognised. Most prevalent is of course the Ford Mustang but there are also other brands and […]

Restorations

Mazda RX-3 Sports Coupe

The Mazda RX-3 is a sports coupe manufactured between 1971 and 1978. Powered by a Wankel Rotary petrol engine its performance at the time was sensational for this type of car. With 109 bhp performance attained 0-60 in 10.8 secs and a top speed of 108 mph. Several versions of the […]

Mercedes Benz SLK
Projects, Restorations

Mercedes Benz SLK (1996-2004)

There are plenty of reasons to want a convertible in your classic collection and one from the Mercedes-Benz brand adds both glamour and style. Trevor Ferguson Black bodywork with red interior is an attractive combination Slip behind the controls of this striking convertible on a hot summer’s day and lose […]

Porsche 356
Rarities

Porsche 356

The Porsche 356 built between 1950 and 1965 is a design that can be said to have lasted the test of time. Hint of 911 is clearly visible.  With a rear engine rear wheel drive set-up, it challenged the standard formula of engine location preferred by rivals. During its fifteen-year […]

A 1970s Bond Equipe 2.0 Mark 2 convertible
Memory Lane, Rarities

Bond Equipe 2-Litre Convertible MK II

Powered by the in-line 6 Triumph 2000 engine producing 104 bhp. The Bond offered 100 mph performance with a 0-60 in 12.5 secs. In 1971 the convertible was priced at £1,305. Rivals were Crayford Cortina Convertible GT £1,312; Triumph Vitesse 2-litre MK2 convertible £1,049. This distinctive four-seater failed to attract […]