In the early 1950s, a unique collaboration between British automaker Jaguar and Italian coachbuilder Stabilimenti Farina resulted in the creation of the 1951 Jaguar Mk VII Coupé ‘Meteor’. This rare vehicle combined Italian design flair with British engineering prowess. The…
One of the most intriguing American automobiles of the early 1930s was the Stutz DV-32 Monte Carlo. This luxurious sport sedan combined high performance with elegant styling, making it a standout among its peers. The engine was the heart of…
A powerful Italian-American hybrid emerged in the automotive world of the 1960s, known as the 1966 Bizzarrini GT Strada 5300. This sports car combined Italian design flair with American muscle, creating a unique and potent package. The GT Strada 5300’s…
In the early days of automotive innovation, a remarkable vehicle emerged that would leave an lasting mark on the history of American engineering – the 1906 Pungs-Finch Finch Limited Touring. The Finch Limited’s 649 cubic inch inline four-cylinder powerplant was…
The 1936 Bugatti Type 57 Atalante stands as a remarkable example of automotive engineering and design from the mid-1930s. This model is part of the celebrated Type 57 series, which was introduced by Bugatti in 1934. Its graceful curves and…
As the 1960s dawned, Mercedes-Benz’s burgeoning model lineup lacked only one essential component: a super prestige saloon to stand alongside the Grosser Mercedes of yesteryear. This void was triumphantly filled in September 1963 when the all-new Mercedes-Benz 600 made its…
A marvel of automotive engineering, the 1933 Maybach DS-8 Zeppelin stands as a shining example of the pre-war era’s most opulent and technologically advanced vehicles. This rare and mighty twelve-cylinder Maybach is a convertible of colossal proportions, yet it maintains…
A masterpiece of automotive design, the 1939 Lincoln Zephyr three-window coupe epitomizes the streamlined elegance of the late 1930s. Designed by E.T. “Bob” Gregorie, this is arguably one of the most attractive body styles in the Zephyr lineup. Just 2,500…
In the flashy automotive world of the 1950s, the Mark II stood out with its simple, classy style. It avoided being showy and instead focused on being refined, changing what luxury meant for American cars. The 1956 Continental Mark II…
The Swallow Doretti was a short-lived but iconic British sports car produced by The Swallow Coachbuilding Company from 1954 to 1955. The company, which had previously been known for its sidecars and the Swallow-bodied SS Jaguar cars, ventured into the…
The 1950 Bentley “Blue Train” Recreation is a tribute to a legendary automotive tale from Bentley’s past. The original story dates back to 1930, when Woolf Barnato, Bentley chairman and a three-time Le Mans winner, accepted a challenge while at…
It’s hard to believe the Tatra 603 was fashioned by human hands, let alone that it left the Socialist Czechoslovakian factory almost sixty years ago. The vast majority of these luxury sedans were driven by high-ranking government officials and they…