Monthly Archives: September 2023

In 1962, Maserati introduced the Sebring, one of the last evolutions of the iconic 3500GT, a car pivotal in Maserati’s transition to a road car manufacturer. Despite its racing triumphs, including Juan Manuel Fangio’s 1957 World Championship win with the 250F, Maserati faced challenges due to its parent company’s financial issues. Consequently, they shifted their […]

Founded in 1926 by Giorgio Ambrosini in Turin, Italy, SIATA (Societa Italiana Auto Trasformazioni Accessori) initially specialized in tuning and modifying FIAT vehicles. In 1949, when the company became SIATA Auto Spa and introduced its first production car, the Amica cabriolet, it continued to rely on FIAT components, particularly from the Topolino. During the 1950s […]

Unveiled at the 1956 Turin Motor Show, Lancia’s flagship Flaminia retained the mechanical layout of its predecessor, the Aurelia. However, Lancia’s traditional ‘sliding pillar’ independent front suspension was replaced by a more modern double wishbone arrangement. The Aurelia’s legacy elements included the 60-degree, 2,458cc, overhead-valve V6 engine and the De Dion rear transaxle featuring inboard […]

During the 1950s and early 1960s, Porsche included a variety of open and closed versions of its dependable 356 model in its lineup. However, among these variants, few are as universally adored and legendary as the limited-production Speedster. This sleek and sporty open-topped car was conceived by Max Hoffman, who persuaded Porsche to create a […]

In 1915, Mercer cars were equipped with a 298 cubic inch side-valve four-cylinder engine, featuring single ignition and a 4-speed transmission. The engine, with a 3 3/4″ bore, was rated at 22.5 NACC horsepower, and initial versions were reported to produce 70 brake horsepower. Brakes were exclusively fitted to the rear wheels. The suspension employed […]

Designed under the guidance of Cadillac’s chief designer and protege of Harley Earl, Bill Mitchell, the 1941 Cadillacs made a bold and refreshing entrance into the automotive market, achieving record-breaking sales. These vehicles featured smooth, sculpted bodies adorned with chrome accents that gracefully enhanced their flowing contours. Notably, the distinctive horizontal grille, marked by a […]

In the autumn of 1959, the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II and Bentley S2 made their debut, exhibiting an external appearance that remained unchanged from their predecessors, the Silver Cloud and S-Type. However, their performance received a significant boost thanks to the new 6,230cc all-aluminum engine, generating approximately 25% more power than the previous six-cylinder unit. […]

Former Aston Martin Chairman Victor Gauntlett eloquently described the V8 as “a stylish thoroughbred, beautifully built, luxurious, fast, and immensely safe.” This iconic model came in various variants, with one of the most exclusive being the Volante convertible. The Volante made its debut in June 1978, responding to customer demands just a few months before […]

Carrozzeria Touring’s historic connection with Alfa Romeo dates back to the late 1920s and continued after World War II. In 1958, the 102-Series 2000 cars were introduced as successors to the 1900 line. Interestingly, production of the Touring-bodied Spider version exceeded that of the Berlina, with 3,443 soft-top Spiders crafted compared to just 2,804 saloons. […]

The Trident Venturer represented an evolution of the Clipper, which originally emerged as a design concept by Trevor Fiore, commissioned by TVR and showcased at the 1965 Geneva Salon. During one of its recurring financial challenges, the sports car manufacturer from Blackpool sold the Clipper project to Bill Last, one of its dealers based in […]