If you ever get tired of buying classic cars, either in reality or in your imagination, you might try bidding on a wooden boat. Collector cars and boats have more in common than you might think. Engin…
July 29th, 2010
Old Fords and Friends Picnic on Vancouver Island
You have to know that any gathering of old Fords will bring out some beautiful and fascinating automobiles. And so it was last weekend when the annual Fords and Friends Picnic was held just a few mil…
May 6th, 2010
Record Sale Prices at Monaco Auction Mock the Recession
If you're feeling sorry for the rich guys due to the recession stop right here. RM Auctions' inaugural Sporting Classics of Monaco has just achieved $45,101,139 in total sales, matching the h…
April 29th, 2010
The One Book Every Classic Car Collector Should Have
Perhaps the most read publication in my little collection of automotive books is The Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1805-1942. Written by historians Beverly Rae Kimes and Henry Austin Clark, Jr., …
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April 22nd, 2010
Three Reasons to Buy a Vintage Jaguar and Three Reasons Not To
This is the year of the Jaguar. The storied marque is celebrating its 75th anniversary and is doing so in style, with all sorts of concours and British car shows honouring the name. I'll even rais…
April 15th, 2010
Oh, to be in Monaco, Now That Spring is Here!
Actually, any time of the year would do but the month of May is nirvanna for motoring enthusiasts. It begins with the 7th Historic Grand Prix of Monaco on May 1st, when vintage Grand Prix and sporting…
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April 1st, 2010
In a Town Called DeSoto, Grandpa’s Garage Features Old Fords
In the town of DeSoto, Kansas, is a Model A repair garage that appears, from the street, as though the calendar has slipped back to 1918. Indeed, a quick peek inside would be enough to convince you of…
March 20th, 2010
No Affection for Elvis Presley, but Love His Cars
Herewith an apology to the millions of Elvis Presley fans around the world. I never cared for your hero. I didn't approve of his Elvis-Pelvis stage mannerisms, hated his bouffant hair style, had n…
March 18th, 2010
Tounching Shoulders With Sir Stirling Moss
If you're a motor racing fan you'll have no doubt noticed that Sir Stirling Moss, one of the all-time great drivers, is recuperating from a fall down an elevator shaft. When the doors opened …
March 14th, 2010
Last Chance to Buy the First Flying Car
Somehow this one escaped my notice, which is unfortunate if you'd like to own the "oldest original Flying Car." Unless, of course, you live in the Atlanta area where the Red Baron's …