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A Second-Hand Terradyne Gurkha LAPV – The Perfect Winter Vehicle?

Ben Branch December 6, 2021
Terradyne Gurkha LAPV 12
  • Cars
  • Classic 4x4
  • Military

This is a 2017 Terradyne Gurkha LAPV that was originally ordered to a luxurious civilian specification, rather than the more common tactical police and/or military standard. LAPV stands for “Light Armored Patrol Vehicle,” a reference to the original…

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Time Capsule For Sale: A Vintage 1968 Airstream Globetrotter

Ben Branch December 6, 2021
Airstream Globetrotter
  • Adventure
  • American
  • Camping

This well-preserved 1968 Airstream Globetrotter is a great example of what travel trailers were like back in the 1960s and earlier. This example has an original interior that includes a bathroom with a toilet,…

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Full Documentary: Thrust 2 “For Britain And The Hell Of It”

Ben Branch December 5, 2021
Full Documentary Thrust 2 For Britain And The Hell Of It
  • British
  • Cars
  • Racing

This almost hour-long documentary tells the incredible story of Thrust 2, a jet-powered land speed record car that would overcome long odds to set a new FIA flying mile record at 633.468 mph (1019.46 km/h) on…

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An Unusual Custom Indian MM5A “Mini Mini”

Ben Branch December 5, 2021
Indian Mini Mini MM5A
  • American
  • Custom Motorcycles
  • Motorcycles

The Indian MM5A “Mini Mini” is one of the least well-known of the American motorcycle manufacturer’s previous models, which is a little surprising when you discover that this is the smallest motorcycle ever to wear…

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A Rare South African Chevrolet El Camino

Ben Branch December 4, 2021
South African Chevrolet El Camino
  • Australian
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

There will likely be two main types of people who read this article, the first will be Americans who have never seen this version of the El Camino, and the second type will be…

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An “Affordable” Project Car: A 1981 Maserati Merak SS

Ben Branch December 4, 2021
Maserati Merak SS
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

This Maserati Merak SS was partially disassembled for a restoration, however for reasons unknown the project stalled and it’s now being offered for sale with a price guide of $17,000+ USD – vastly lower…

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For Sale: A 1977 Ford LTD LAPD Police Car

Ben Branch December 3, 2021
Ford LTD LAPD Police Car 1
  • American
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

This is an authentic 1977 Ford LTD police car that originally saw service with the Ohio Police Department in the late 1970s before being comprehensively converted to LAPD specification by “Cop Cars By Rick”…

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There’s A Complete Lamborghini Murciélago AWD Drivetrain For Sale On eBay

Ben Branch December 3, 2021
Lamborghini Murciélago AWD Drivetrain
  • Cars
  • Extraordinary Engines For Sale

It’s not everyday that a complete Lamborghini Murciélago drivetrain pops up for sale. This eBay listing comprises a complete LP 640 V12 engine, transmission, front and rear differentials and axles, and the Buy It Now…

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The Goggomobil Dart – An Unusual Australian Micro Sports Car

Ben Branch December 2, 2021
Goggomobil Dart
  • Australian
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

The Goggomobil Dart is a car almost entirely unknown outside of its native Australia. The Dart was developed in 1958 using the German Goggomobil microcar as its platform. A sleek, lightweight body was designed…

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Skram Threes: Impact Protective Motorcycle Sunglasses

Ben Branch December 2, 2021
Skram Threes Impact Protective Motorcycle Sunglasses Hero Main
  • Australian
  • Clothing
  • Gear
  • Sunglasses

These are the Skram Threes, they’re sunglasses developed from a blank slate for motorcycle use, and they’re designed to take the impact of rocks or other flying objects at speed. They can also be…

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The Rare Ginetta G32 – A Little Known Mid-Engined 80s Sports Car

Ben Branch December 1, 2021
Ginetta G32
  • British
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

The Ginetta G32 is an 80s sports car that remains entirely unknown to most, even those who thought their youngtimer car trivia was infallible. At first the styling of the G32 often leads people…

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The Swedish-Made Morakniv Kansbol With An Integrated Survival Kit

Ben Branch December 1, 2021
Morakniv Kansbol With Integrated Survival Kit
  • Adventure
  • Camping
  • Knives
  • Survival

This is the Morakniv Kansbol with an integrated survival kit, it’s a Swedish-made fixed blade knife designed for prolonged outdoor use and it comes with an integrated firestarter, a diamond blade sharpener, and a polymer…

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