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Blogs
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Keith’s Blog: Does Having a Correct Engine Matter in an Affordable Classic?
First of all, this whole discussion is really the fault of Miles Collier, columnist for SCM and provocateur extraordinaire when it comes to making collectors actually think about what they are doing when they buy and sell old cars. Prior to meeting Miles, my criteria were simple: I can afford it, and I’ve never had…
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This Week’s Classic Mystery Photo
“This year, a standard candy cane on my Christmas tree just won’t cut it.” — Erik Olson, via Facebook The monthly Mystery Photo has been an SCM tradition for 25 years. Each week, we’ll share one of our “greatest hits” photos from the past and give you a chance to provide a new witty and…
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Sell Keith Your Duetto
Last year I put out a call that I was looking for a 1967 Alfa Duetto and got several responses. Just as I was getting ready to pull the trigger, a tidy 1967 Giulia Super showed up on the radar. I couldn’t have both, so I took the four-door (to the delight of my six-year-old)…
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This Week’s Classic Mystery Photo
“Last time I EVER back into a fire hydrant” — Bob Cleveland The monthly Mystery Photo has been an SCM tradition for 25 years. Each week, we’ll share one of our “greatest hits” photos from the past and give you a chance to provide a new witty and provocative caption. Each week’s winner will be…
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Jim’s Blog: Winter Weather Classic
ACC’s all about getting out and using our classic cars. Most of the time, that means picking a sunny day and hitting the road. But for vehicles like my old ’72 K10 4×4, sunny weather cruising is only part of the fun. It was designed to be a capable usable rig in all conditions, and…
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This Week’s Classic Mystery Photo
“Last time I drink THAT stuff….”— Bob Cleveland The monthly Mystery Photo has been an SCM tradition for 25 years. Each week, we’ll share one of our “greatest hits” photos from the past and give you a chance to provide a new witty and provocative caption. Each week’s winner will be announced in the Newsletter.…
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Keith’s Blog: Is Paris the New Scottsdale?
The old car scene in Paris is heating up. Last year there were just two auctions in Paris during Rétromobile week: Bonhams and Artcurial. This year there were four, with RM joining the fray, and Artcurial adding an additional auction featuring a collection of Alfa Romeos. Furthermore, the annual SCM reception has grown into a fixture…
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Alex’s Blog: The Essence of BMW Throttles Through the Generations
The Ultimate Driving Machine has been my automotive drug of choice since I turned 16. My first Bimmer was a reliable 1977 320i. Soon after, I upgraded to power steering with my Alpine White 1995 318i, which I still drive today. My love for my car is renewed every time I hear the engine turn…
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Keith’s Blog: How I Almost Bought a Bastard AC Aceca
Strange things can happen to you at auctions. While shooting new episodes of “What’s My Car Worth” at Barrett-Jackson, one car, of the 1,405 there, caught my eye. Let’s not forget that what defines B-J is the acres and acres of highly polished, overly chromed, customized, raised or slammed, modified and stock American cars. So when I…
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This Week’s Classic Mystery Photo
“I’m hoping those cars are miniatures. Otherwise the inside of my thighs are going to be real chafed.” — fuzzydice The monthly Mystery Photo has been an SCM tradition for 25 years. Each week, we’ll share one of our “greatest hits” photos from the past and give you a chance to provide a new witty and…