The high performance twin cam model of the famous MGA was added to the range in 1958. Available in both fixedhead and roadster versions, the new model could be visually identified by the fitment of knock-on Dunlop wheels and scuttle-mounted badges proclaiming 'Twin Cam'. The new engine boasted a cross flow cylinder head in aluminium alloy, larger S..
The MGC was the first 'high performance' version of the MGB as from early in the design stages of the MGB there was an intention to create high performance variants, using a range of Vee engines that did not make it to production. The MGC was very much more than a tuned MGB and in fact was a completely re-engineered car, although still retaining ma..
Heralding Vauxhall's entry into the international rally scene, three VX 4/90’s represented three Works-supported cars that competed in the 1963/64 Monte Carlo, RAC, Tulip and Welsh rallies as well as the 1963 Rally of the Midnight Sun and the 1963 Spa-Sofia-Liege.The chassis numbers were 2 FTM, 3 FTM and 4 FTM. The middle car was believed lost duri..
From its launch in 1961 to the end of its production in 1975, the Jaguar E-Type went from design revelation to motoring icon in a generation. Based on Jaguar’s three time Le Mans winning D-Type and known internationally for its beautiful sleek lines and a top speed of 150mph, this revolutionary car had three significant series changes during its 14..
Heralding Vauxhall's entry into the international rally scene, three VX 4/90’s represented three Works-supported cars that competed in the 1963/64 Monte Carlo, RAC, Tulip and Welsh rallies as well as the 1963 Rally of the Midnight Sun and the 1963 Spa-Sofia-Liege.The chassis numbers were 2 FTM, 3 FTM and 4 FTM. The middle car was believed lost duri..
The Mercedes-Benz W113 roadsters, designed by Paul Bracq, were produced from 1963 through to 1971 and were known as the 'pagoda roof' SL. All models boast an inline six cylinder engine with multi-port fuel injection. Rear wheel drive configuration was complemented by independent rear suspension, a feature that greatly improved road handling. The 23..
The brainchild of Lee Iacocca, the Ford Mustang was branded as the first 'Pony Car' and was born out of a need to compete with the flood of European sports cars coming into the USA in the Sixties. The first production Mustang rolled off the assembly line in Dearborn, Michigan on March 9th, 1964 and was introduced to the public at the New York World..
According to the Jaguar Heritage Trust certificates, chassis 1E15625 was originally sold through Jaguar Cars in New York to Shirley Edghill in 1967. Little is known during the intervening years until the story is picked up again in the 1990s. It was exported from the USA to Toulouse in France in 1996 by Jacques Baron working in collaboration with M..
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E-Type Series I Roadster to Lightweight Specification
Interested parties should note that this Vantage is believed to have spent some time in Switzerland and due to the high altitude SU Carburettors were fitted for a smoother driving experience.The Aston Martin DB6 was launched at the London Motor Show in 1965, following on from the highly successful DB5, immortalised by the 1964 James Bond film 'Gold..
General Motors designer Harley Earl loved sports cars and was influenced by the GI’s bringing home MGs, Jaguars, Alfa Romeo’s and the like after hostilities ceased in Europe in 1945. Even the small independent carmaker, Nash Motors, began selling a two seater sports car in 1951. Earl convinced GM that they also needed to build a two seat sports car..