Picture a warm summer day, the sun shining bright, with a perfect light breeze to keep the sandy beach just cool enough to walk on. As you take in the waves lapping at your toes, which wiggle happily in the ...
Imagine that today is a beautiful summer morning with the birds chirping, the sun shining, and the neighborhood kids already dragging out the sprinkler. You've taken a moment to enjoy your morning coffee on the porch, soaking in every last ...
Porsche's smooth, sleek designs are known worldwide and its cars are respected for their speed and impressive presence in racing history. The company is famous for its consistency and reliability, and though it's designs may seem to vary only slightly ...
So you finally got that project car you have always wanted. Maybe you found it at a classic car auction, or maybe you just happened to spot it with a big "For Sale" sign in the windshield, and maybe it ...
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When you consider the history of automobile manufacturing in the United States there are a few names that sit up on a pedestal as true pioneers of the industry. Without question, one of these is Ransom E. Olds.
Olds was born in 1864 in Geneva, Ohio and it’s hard to tell how the early days of auto making would have unfolded if he didn’t decide to devote himself to the industry.
According to Olds himself he engineered his first car in 1894, a steam engine model. He went on to found Olds Motor Works in 1897, and it was located in Lansing, Michigan which is where he passed away on August 26, 1950 at the ripe old age of 86.
The great city of Indianapolis, Indiana was showcased recently when it was given the opportunity to play host to the Super Bowl. It was quite a game and the city got a chance to shine on the world stage.
Every NFL city would like to have a Super Bowl at some point in time but the game is generally awarded to teams that are located in cities that have weather that is mild during the beginning of February.
The exception to this is domed stadiums or stadiums with retractable roofs. So, Indianapolis was able to host the Super Bowl because of building a truly fantastic facility: Lucas Oil Stadium.
James Bond has transcended generations, keeping audiences engaged and always wanting more. For all his iconic moments, from the martini drinking, to the wooing of women, and driving spectacularly sleek cars, this particular model is likely the most iconic Bond car of them all.
The 1964 Aston Martin DB5 first appeared as a Bond car in Goldfinger, but has since made several top car lists. Those who love classic cars, and even those who don’t know much about them, can certainly find one thing in common: a mutual respect for a car whose smooth curvatures and status make it impossible to deny its place in classic car history.
Perhaps the most coveted of all classic American cars when you consider all the factors is the Chevrolet Corvette. This is the car that just about everyone has dreamed of owning at one point in his or her life, and each and every model year has been a head turner.
It all started out in the imagination of the legendary automotive designer Harley Earl. After World War II he saw a lot of veterans bringing back European sports cars and he dreamed of developing an American car that had the same type of power, quality, and panache.
Clearly there are countless different sought after classic American cars and they all carry a unique brand of history. But if you were to conduct a poll and ask classic car aficionados about their top 10 of all time, the Ford Mustang would probably be on everybody’s list.
These cars took America by storm after being introduced at the 1964 World’s Fair in New York and they have been a part of the American landscape ever since. In fact, the Mustang is still going strong and the latest models are absolute head turners.
Ah, the early ’70s. Those were the years of Three Dog Night, the (temporary) beginning of the end of The Doors, and President Nixon. In the world of classic cars, muscle cars, and all things car-related, it was a great year.
The 1971 Datsun 240 Z made quite a splash in the United States sports car market, and according to ConceptCarz.com, “Road and Truck said ‘it was the most exciting GT in a decade.’” However, the car wasn’t exactly readily available for those looking to purchase one. After its launch, it had a seven-month waiting list full of people grappling to get their hands on one. Those lucky enough to get one paid around $3, 596 in 1971 dollars, which equates to about $19,803 and change today.
Classic car shows are a great place to find other car enthusiasts who love to talk, dream, and think about one thing: their favorite classic cars, muscle cars, hot rods, and many more things that go “vroom!” Whether you are looking to purchase one of many classic cars for sale, hoping to bond with others who share your passion for muscle cars, or just hoping to have a good time with your family while viewing your favorite cars, car shows are a lot of fun.
Porsche‘s smooth, sleek designs are known worldwide and its cars are respected for their speed and impressive presence in racing history. The company is famous for its consistency and reliability, and though it’s designs may seem to vary only slightly at times, this German automaker has certainly mastered its craft and created a number of truly memorable cars.
Picture a warm summer day, the sun shining bright, with a perfect light breeze to keep the sandy beach just cool enough to walk on. As you take in the waves lapping at your toes, which wiggle happily in the shallow water, you turn to see your closest friends unloading their surf boards and a cooler. It’s the summer sometime in the 1960s, and you couldn’t be happier to be on a tour of the West Coast in your Voltswagen Beetle.
If you are a true classic car fan you want to do more than just talk about old cars– you want to take them on the road and drive them. When you are a collector car enthusiast getting behind the wheel of one of your classics and going on a road trip is a lot of fun, especially when your destination involves indulging your passion in vintage automobiles and trucks.
With the above in mind, if you want to have the automotive experience of a lifetime you should consider making the trek to Los Angeles to visit the Peterson Automotive Museum.
When you consider the history of automobile manufacturing in the United States there are a few names that sit up on a pedestal as true pioneers of the industry. Without question, one of these is Ransom E. Olds.
