Electrifying classic cars isn’t new. Neither is electrifying the classic Mini. Swindon Powertrain has the solution for anyone who wants to do that, and so does BWM Group’s MINI. And now (or since last September, to be precise), David Brown Automotive has also turned the classic Mini into an electric ride.
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This Restomod 912c By KAMManufaktur Has A Full Carbon Body, Weighs Under 700 Kg
Do you have an obsession with super lightweight sports cars, specifically a classic Porsche? Well, if you do, Europe’s restomod extraordinaire KAMManufaktur may have just the car for you. Budapest’s KAMManufaktur has elevated the iconic 912 sports car, maintaining its classic aesthetics and analog driving style while enhancing performance.
1957 Ferrari 250 GT LWB Berlinetta ‘Tour de France’ Wiith Coachwork By Zagato
What you see here is the 1957 Ferrari 250 GT LWB Berlinetta ‘Tour de France’ with coachwork by Zagato. It is one of the most iconic and desirable of all 1950s GT Ferraris and the third of just five 250 GT LWB Berlinetta ‘Tour de France’ to be bodied by Zagato.
This Super Cool 1935 Ford V-8 Speedster Special Will Go Under The Hammer Without Reserve
Here’s another cool car for petrolheads, specifically collectors who are into vintage or post-vintage automobiles. What you see here is a 1935 Ford V-8 Speedster Special. I know right. It looks amazing but here’s the thing. Purists may want to look away because this vehicle’s history is kinda murky.
The World’s Most Powerful Car From 1977, Powered By A Spitfire Engine, Is Going On The Block
750 bhp is not a rare power output in automobiles these days. Supercars and hypercars regularly achieve this output or even more. However, 27L (!) is not the usual capacity you find in a regular engine. 27,000cc is exactly the capacity of the engine powering 1972 John Dodd’s The Beast you see here.
Meet The World’s Rarest Upcycled Electric Vehicle, A 1961 Bentley S2 Continental
From the folks behind the first electric classic Rolls-Royce, Lunaz Design is yet another drool-worthy classic luxury car. Joining the electric classic Rolls-Royce, electric Aston Martin DB9, and the many other converted classics is the world’s rarest upcycled electric vehicle, a 1961 Bentley S2 Continental.
Upgrading Your Classic Car: What To Consider When Installing New Tech In An Old Model
When you decide to invest in a classic car, its speed and efficiency probably won’t be the most important factors to you. As opposed to the more modern vehicles, classic cars can offer you a unique driving experience and make your adventures on the road unforgettable. However, driving an older car can be much different …
Rare 1981 Ford Fiesta 1.1 ‘Bravo’ Special Edition (MkI) Goes Under The Hammer
When cool classic cars go on the block, we’d be expecting them to be from marques like Aston Martin, Ferrari, and Lamborghini. But the “cool classic” that has just gone under the hammer is just not what you think; it is from Ford and no it isn’t a classic Ford GT; it is (as you …
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6 Things You Need To Know Before Buying A Classic Car
Are you thinking about buying a classic car? If so, there are some things you need to know before you make your purchase. This blog post will discuss six important factors that you need to take into consideration before buying a classic car. So, if you’re ready to buy, read on for tips.
A 1950 Aston Martin DB2 Is Ready For Restoration If Anyone Is Down
Some people collect classic cars and then there are who collect cars that are disassembled. If you are the latter, well, good news because the 1950 Aston Martin DB2 which is on sale at RM Sotheby’s comes disassembled. Yup. Exactly as what you see in the photos here.