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Selleck’s Magnum P.I. Ferrari Heads to Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach
cars18 days ago

Selleck’s Magnum P.I. Ferrari Heads to Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach

A 1979 Ferrari 308 GTS that starred in Tom Selleck’s Magnum P.I. is heading to Barrett-Jackson’s Palm Beach auction in April, offered with no reserve. The unrestored, patinaed car—carbureted V-8, about 93,000 miles, five-speed manual—was used in the pilot and early seasons (repainted from Fly Yellow to Rosso Corsa) and comes with show provenance, including a cross-country trip for Car and Driver. Prior sale attempts on Bring a Trailer and at a GAA Classic Cars auction topped around $120k but did not sell. Barrett-Jackson emphasizes its iconic status, and a new owner could technically sit in Selleck’s seat while reliving Magnum P.I. nostalgia.

via Robb Report|
#barrett-jackson#cars#classic-cars
Art and Hypercars Rally to $600M Amid Global Turmoil
business29 days ago

Art and Hypercars Rally to $600M Amid Global Turmoil

Global collectors spent more than $600 million on fine art and classic cars last week, as London art sales topped $550 million and Amelia Island posted a $111 million auction, signaling renewed demand for top-tier collectibles despite stock volatility and Middle East tensions. The strength is driven by tight supply, a return-to-quality in bidding, and a new generation of buyers—entrepreneurs and heirs—fueling interest in rare artworks and late-model hypercars.

via CNBC|
#art-auctions#business#classic-cars
Bricks in the Wind: Ten Cars With the Worst Aerodynamics
automotive1 month ago

Bricks in the Wind: Ten Cars With the Worst Aerodynamics

This piece catalogs ten cars noted for notably poor aerodynamics, listing their drag coefficients (0.4–1.05 Cd) and explaining how design choices—ranging from early brick-like shapes to modern high-downforce track cars—made them wind-inefficient. Examples span the Ford Model T (0.79 Cd) and Mercedes Simplex (1.05 Cd) to the Plymouth Prowler (0.49 Cd), Citroën 2CV (0.52 Cd), VW Beetle variants (0.48–0.40 Cd), Dodge Viper ACR (0.541 Cd), Caterham Seven (0.60 Cd), and others, noting data limits and exclusions (no SUVs/trucks) and highlighting aero evolution toward contemporary efficiency.

via Jalopnik|
#aerodynamics#automotive#automotive-design
Vintage 1968 Camaro Convertible: A 50-Year Garage Find Seeks Completion
classic-cars1 month ago

Vintage 1968 Camaro Convertible: A 50-Year Garage Find Seeks Completion

An unrestored 1968 Camaro Convertible with its original matching-numbers 327 V8 has sat in a Georgia garage for decades and is now for sale as an unfinished project by its owner of 50+ years in Rossville. The listing notes prior body and engine work, interior refurbishment is needed, but most parts are included and the car retains its original body, engine, transmission, and rear end.

via Silodrome|
#camaro#classic-cars#first-generation
Miura Reimagined: Sassano's SVR Restomod Puts a Modern Spin on a Legend
motoring2 months ago

Miura Reimagined: Sassano's SVR Restomod Puts a Modern Spin on a Legend

Designer Andrea Sassano envisions a modern, SVR-inspired restomod of the Lamborghini Miura, preserving its low wedge profile and rear window louvres while adding a race-minded edge. Dubbed the Miura SVR, the concept is an unofficial homage rather than an official production plan, aligning with past attempts and Lamborghini’s stance on retro redesigns.

via Gear Patrol|
#classic-cars#lamborghini-miura#miura-svr
Hispano-Suiza Torpedo Wins Top Honors at Pebble Beach
world7 months ago

Hispano-Suiza Torpedo Wins Top Honors at Pebble Beach

The 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance was won by a unique 1924 Hispano-Suiza H6C Nieuport-Astra Torpedo, known as the Tulipwood Torpedo, notable for its wood construction and aero-inspired design, after a meticulous two-year restoration. Despite strong competition, its distinctive appearance and craftsmanship made it the clear winner, highlighting the event's appreciation for rare and historically significant vehicles.

via Jalopnik|
#1924-hispano-suiza-h6c#best-in-show#classic-cars
motors7 months ago

Highlights from Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and Monterey Car Week

The article highlights the top 10 most exciting cars at the 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, including rare and historically significant models like the 1924 Hispano-Suiza H6C Nieuport-Astra Torpedo, a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing, and a 1965 Bugatti Type 101C-X Roadster, with the Hispano-Suiza winning Best of Show among a field of 229 exceptional vehicles.

via Robb Report|
#best-of-show#car-restoration#classic-cars
Time to Halt Eleanor Mustang Restomod Trends
automotive1 year ago

Time to Halt Eleanor Mustang Restomod Trends

The article criticizes the trend of creating Eleanor Mustang restomods, like the Mustang Brothers' Outlaw, showcased at SEMA. These restomods, inspired by the "Gone In 60 Seconds" movie, often feature modern upgrades but are seen as detracting from the original design of classic Mustangs. The author argues that the original 1968 Mustang GT500's design is superior and that the Eleanor modifications, which add unnecessary bulk and features, should be abandoned.

via Jalopnik|
#automotive#classic-cars#eleanor