Monthly Archives: October 2023

Introduced in the latter part of 1966, the 250 SL shared the bodyshell with its predecessor, the 230 SL, which had laid the foundation for the immensely successful sports car dynasty. While minor enhancements were made to the interior, the notable changes included the adoption of the new 2.5-liter six-cylinder engine from the 250 SE […]

The Ferrari 250 GTE 2+2, unveiled in 1960, aimed to broaden Ferrari’s market share against rivals like Aston Martin and Maserati. As Ferrari’s inaugural four-seater, it directly descended from the highly successful 250 GT, launched in 1954 with a lighter Colombo-designed 3.0-litre V12. The 250 GTE maintained Ferrari’s multi-tubular chassis tradition, with coil springs replacing […]

Launched in the spring of 1957, the XK150 initially came in fixed and drophead coupé variants, with the open roadster version making its debut the following year. The engine boasted a maximum power output of 190bhp, mirroring that of its predecessor, the XK140, resulting in minimal changes to performance. However, the ‘Special Equipment’ and ‘S’ […]

The Geneva Motor Show in March 1966 witnessed the debut of the 330 GTC, a two-seat marvel that essentially represented a closed iteration of the 275 GTS. Underneath its sleek exterior, the 330 GTC housed Ferrari’s renowned 60-degree V12, a 4.0-liter powerhouse generating 300bhp—the same engine featured in the 330GT 2+2. Following Ferrari’s tradition, the […]

By the close of the first decade of the 20th century, the automobile had progressed significantly beyond its early ‘horse-less carriage’ origins, thanks largely to the contributions of Karl Benz. In the United States, the focus had shifted towards production techniques that democratized access to cars, transforming them from luxury items exclusive to the wealthy […]

Highlighting the DB6 Vantage were its significantly enhanced handling, outstanding adhesion, and highly effective braking capabilities. The Aston achieved a mean maximum speed of 148mph and a standing quarter-mile time of 14.5 seconds, earning it the distinction of being the fastest four-seater. Cruising at 120mph, the car exhibited the same composed demeanor as other powerful […]

Launched in 1968 at the Geneva Salon, the Islero marked an evolution from the 400 GT 2+2, itself derived from Lamborghini’s inaugural production car, the 1964 Touring-styled 350 GT. Crafted by three notable Italian engineers, the 350 GT featured a remarkable 3.5-liter, four-cam V12 by Giotto Bizzarrini, housed in a tubular chassis by Gian Paolo […]

Unveiled at the 1971 Geneva Motor Show, the 365 GTC/4, a rare model with a limited production run, shared the stage with the iconic “Daytona.” It utilized an identical chassis and a wet-sump version of the Daytona’s 4,390cc V12, producing slightly less power at 320bhp, coupled with a conventional five-speed gearbox. The modified cylinder head […]

This PF200 is the first show car from Pinin Farina, created for promotional purposes to generate buzz and not intended for mass production. Despite this, six more examples, featuring both open and closed designs, were subsequently built. The seven PF200s exhibited slight variations but shared the iconic circular front air intake inspired by the North […]