Chrysler allowed the development of its Hemi engine for one real purpose: to win races. However, NASCAR in 1964 decided that Chrysler’s engine was not acceptable on its racetracks. Plan B was to build a factory car that would dominate the stock classes in NHRA-sanctioned drag racing. Thus was born […]
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1914 Mercer Type 35-J Raceabout
The Mercer Type 35-J Raceabout offered here, chassis 1967, hails from the final year of T-head production, 1914. This car features many subtle improvements that were implemented since the model’s introduction, most notably the desirable 4-speed gearbox that was unveiled in 1913. The car’s history is known since the mid-1930s, […]
2003 Saleen S7
Unveiled at the 2000 Monterey Historic Races, the S7 was the first model designed and engineered by Saleen from the ground up since the company was founded by Steve Saleen in 1983. This 2003 Saleen S7 was manufactured in November 2002 at Saleen’s Irvine, CA, facility. It was registered in […]
1970 Plymouth ’Cuda 440 Rapid Transit Show Car
Being offered publicly for the very first time since the early 1970s, this special 1970 ’Cuda — built for Plymouth by legendary customizer Chuck Miller — is a mechanical jewel of many facets. Its history within the Rapid Transit System Caravan, the touring factory group of custom cars that were […]
1906 Thomas Flyer 50HP 7-Passenger Tourer
One of the most recognizable automobiles of this era and arguably the most important of all the pioneering brands, the Thomas was the car that conquered the globe and put the American industry on the map. For the 1906 season, all Thomas cars were built on a 118-inch wheelbase and […]
1932 Chrysler Imperial Series CG Custom Eight Roadster
Seldom is an automobile more closely linked with its original owner than this 1931 Chrysler and Dr. William F. Whelan. A respected Philadelphia ears, nose, and throat doctor, he served for years both in private practice and as an associate professor at the University of Pennsylvania Medical School before his […]
1974 Pontiac Trans Am Super Duty 455
One of just 943 Super Duty Trans Ams produced in 1974, this example is one of only 212 ordered from the factory with a 4-speed manual transmission. Finished in Admiralty Blue with optional hood decal, it was equipped with power steering and brakes; additional options include an AM radio and […]
1961 Lincoln Continental Convertible
In production for over 55 years across nine different decades, Lincoln has offered an astounding 10 generations of the Continental, but few were as memorable as this 1961 model. The debut year from the most well-known Continental, it offered reserved overall styling but signature “suicide” rear doors and subtle accents […]
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 LS6
This 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS6 is factory documented and includes both factory build sheets. Powered by a 454-ci V8 engine, it has a 4.25-inch bore, 4.0-inch stroke, ported heads and lighter aluminum pistons. This LS6 is pushing 450 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 500 lb-ft of torque at 3,600 […]
1954 Cunningham C-3 Vignale Coupe
The Cunningham car of the early 1950s was the product of revered sportsman Briggs Cunningham’s determination to win the 24-hour race at Le Mans with an American-built automobile. Cunningham had attempted the feat with production-based Cadillacs, but finding them not sufficient to the task, endeavored to build his own car, […]