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A Quick History of the Porsche 944

Jon Branch October 28, 2019
Porsche-944-Drive-Train
  • Brief Histories
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

The Porsche 944 is one of the most underrated sports cars of its age, with impeccable styling, near perfect weight distribution, a reliable drivetrain,…

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Documentary: History of the Ford Falcon GT-HO Phase III – The Fastest 4-Door Car In The World (In 1971)

Ben Branch October 27, 2019
  • Australian
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars
  • Muscle Cars

The Ford Falcon XY GT-HO Phase III is one of the most valuable Australian-made cars in history, but it’s largely unknown outside its home…

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The Car That Was Killed By The US Justice Department – The Baldwin Motion Phase III GT Corvette

Ben Branch October 25, 2019
Baldwin Motion Phase III GT Corvette Front
  • American
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

  It’s believed that just 10 examples of the Baldwin Motion Corvette were built before production was shut down by the US Justice Department….

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60 Seconds Of Audio Perfection: The Lancia Fulvia HF 1600 Lusso

Ben Branch October 25, 2019
Lancia Fulvia HF 1600 Lusso
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars
  • Films
  • Italian

  This short film is essentially 60 seconds of audio perfection, showcasing what it’s like to drive a well-sorted Lancia Fulvia HF 1600 Lusso. The…

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The Perfect Land Cruiser? This Is A 1983 Toyota FJ45 Land Cruiser Pickup

Ben Branch October 23, 2019
Toyota FJ-45 Land Cruiser Pickup Headlight
  • Cars
  • Classic 4x4
  • Classic Cars

This Toyota FJ45 Land Cruiser Pickup has been through a comprehensive restoration to factory-fresh condition, just as it would have looked rolling off the…

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100% Road Legal + Ideal As A Post-Apocalyptic Daily Driver – WW2-Era White M16 MGMC Half-Track

Ben Branch October 22, 2019
White M16 MGMC Half-Track
  • American
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars
  • Military

The White M16 MGMC Half-Track was originally developed to fulfill an anti-aircraft role during WW2, with its M45 Quadmount of Browning M2 .50 caliber…

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Tamiya 1:10 Scale R/C Citroën 2CV Rally – This Is The Only R/C Car That Matters Right Now

Ben Branch October 21, 2019
Tamiya Citroën 2CV Rally
  • Cars
  • Gadgets
  • Gear

This is the Tamiya Citroën 2CV Rally, a 1:10th scale reproduction of the legendary French people’s car. Although the 2CV may not seem particularly…

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Documentary: The Story Of The Escort Cosworth

Ben Branch October 20, 2019
Ford Escort Cosworth Wing
  • British
  • Cars
  • Rally

The Ford Escort RS Cosworth is one of the most beloved British-Fords of its era, it was developed for rally, with the homologation requirements…

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The Most Beautiful Motorhome Of The 20th Century? This Is The 1937 Western Clipper

Ben Branch October 19, 2019
Western Clipper Motorhome
  • American
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars
  • Design

The series of Western Clipper Motorhomes were designed by the prolific and influential industrial designer Brooks Stevens, before the United States entered WW2 in…

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An Italian-American Legend – The Rare Iso Grifo GL Series II

Ben Branch October 17, 2019
Iso Grifo GL Series II Front
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

The Iso Grifo GL Series II was the upgraded second iteration of the Iso Grifo GL – a car that had been developed by…

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The First Turbocharged Production BMW – 1974 BMW 2002 Turbo

Ben Branch October 15, 2019
BMW 2002 Turbo Grille
  • BMW
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

The BMW 2002 Turbo was the quickest version of the mighty little 2002, a car named for its engine size of 2000cc and its…

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The Incredible Story Of The Africar – The Wooden-Bodied Car For Africa

Jon Branch October 10, 2019
Africar Car For Africa
  • British
  • Cars
  • Classic 4x4

  The story of the Africar is worthy of a Hollywood film, it involves millions of dollars, a Cambridge-educated engineering genius, a film crew,…

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