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1978 Volkswagen Combi Type 2 Campmobile
Chassis number: 2382043540SCM Condition for this car: 1- A couple of years ago, I spotted an used vw transporter vans for sale with a big sticker across the back that read, “HILLS ARE HARD.” With a whopping 70 horsepower pushing that brick up a grade, the sticker was a bit of an understatement. These vans…
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1984 Ferrari 208 GTS Turbo
The 208 Turbo, introduced in 1982, was the first time that Ferrari fitted a turbocharger on a marketed model. The 219-hp Ferrari delivers a performance that lives up to its attractiveness. This specific example is in wonderful, well-preserved condition, with flawless bodywork and original beige leather highlighted by pleasant patina. This 208 GTS Turbo was…
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1931 Bugatti Type 55 Supersport
This magnificent high-performance, post-vintage thoroughbred two-seater began life as a Works-backed Bugatti entry in the 1932 Le Mans 24-Hour race. It was co-driven there by two of France’s most capable and charismatic drivers, the aristocratic Sarthois (from Le Mans) Count Guy Bouriat-Quintart and the renowned Monegasque future French Champion, Louis Chiron. While this 2.3-liter supercharged…
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1931 Invicta 4½-Litre S-Type Low-Chassis Sports “Scout”
In an era when most cars stood tall, the 4½-Litre S-type Invicta, with its dramatically lowered chassis, caused a sensation. Few sports cars before or since have so looked the part. The Invicta Company’s origins go back to 1924, when Noel Macklin and Oliver Lyle, both of whom had motor-industry experience, got together to create…
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1967 Chevrolet Corvette 427/435 Convertible
Top-of-the-line 427/435 convertible finished in Marina Blue over Bright Blue Highly optioned with desirable cast-aluminum bolt-on wheels, hard top, F41 suspension and off-road exhaust Well-documented chain of ownership dating back to 1967 Bloomington Gold Certified, Survivor, Benchmark and NCRS Top Flight Award Winner Exceptionally well-preserved, unrestored example with original Protect-O-Plate. Among the finest examples known…
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Concours Corner: 2020 Amelia Island Concours Best in Show Winners
A 1929 Duesenberg J-218 Town Limousine from the Palm Beach, FL, Lehrman Collection won Best in Show Concours d’ Elegance at the 25th Annual Amelia Island Concours on March 8. A 1973 Porsche 917/30 Can-Am Spyder from won Best in Show Sport. Rob Kauffman, of Charlotte, N.C., owns the car. “The 1929 Duesenberg J-218 Town…
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Concours Corner: Third Annual Sandhills Motoring Festival
The third annual Sandhills Motoring Festival is set for Memorial Day weekend, with more than 120 cars staged through the historic village of Pinehurst, N.C. on May 31. Darren Frank, SCM advertising executive and hardcore Iso Grifo fan, will show his Iso Grifo at this year’s event. Stop by and say hi! The weekend also…
