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Datsun 240Z Sports car

Sports coupe Datsun 240Z was born in 1969. The machine was intended for U.S. car market. The founder of the American branch of Yutaka Katayama convinced management of Nissan in need of such a model. Official presentation of the new two-seater sports car Datsun 240Z held in New York in October 1969. Originally, the car would be called Fairlady, but fearing that the name is not accepted in America, limited numbered – Datsun 240Z.

Datsun 240Z Tuning

The exterior design in Datsun 240Z has been very successful, he was executed in classical style and reminded «Jaguar E-Type.” Technical stuffing also commands respect. Independent suspension with struts “McPherson” and stabilizer bars, copied from the “Lotus-Elan, provide excellent car driving performance. Datsun 240Z Straight six-cylinder engine with overhead camshaft with a working volume of 2,4 liters capacity developed 151 horsepower. Datsun 240Z Coupe weighing 1,068 pounds were dispersed to 208 km / h and stokilometrovuyu mark from the place reached in nine seconds

Datsun 240Z exotic car

In 1974 he appeared four-seat coupe 2 +2 extended to thirty centimeters a body fitted with a 2.6 liter engine, this car received index 260Z. In 1976-77, the released version of Datsun 240Z with engine capacity of 2.8 liters. In 1978 appeared the last modification Datsun 240Z issued before 1983, with the new engine of 2.8 liter and automatic transmission. Datsun 240Z

Datsun 240Z racing car

Datsun 240Z interior view

Datsun 240Z has become incredibly popular car in the seventies of last century. In many ways, this contributed to its value, which was lower than that of similar vehicles. Total until 1979 was released over half a million cars a series of Datsun 240Z

Datsun 240Z Rally car

Datsun 240Z Limited Edition

MG TF Classic model

In 1953, the company has released the last of the MG TF – roadster MG TF, which replaced the «TD».MG TF differs from its predecessors, the new sloping front grille, a lower hood line and stylish headlamps framing.

MG TF Retro car

Appearance of  MG TF, as the technical component of those times have been considered obsolete, that did not contribute to the popularity of the model MG TF. Double car was under the hood is the same inline four-cylinder engine capacity of 1,250 cubic centimeters capacity of 57 horses. ” No changes have shifted to a new model of car and other sites, including the four-manual gearbox MG TF

MG TF Vintage model

MG TF Roadster

MG TF Luxury car

MG TF Luxury Roadster

MG TC Classic car

In 1945, the British firm “Em Gee» (MG Morris Garage – «automobile workshops of Morris“) has submitted a lightweight sports car – MG TC. This car became the first postwar model of the company, but actually differed little from its pre-war predecessor – rear-wheel drive MG «TB». Double body type roadster has become wider, and a new dashboard.MG TC

MG TC Retro model

MG TC frame was made of wood, the floor – plywood, wood was made and the partition separating the cabin from the engine compartment. MG TC New model inherited from its predecessor in-line four-cylinder engine of 1.3 liter capacity of 54 horsepower and four-stage gear box. MG TC Low-power enough to completely dynamic driving, because of the small car’s weight – 834 pounds.

MG TC Roadster

MG TC Acceleration up to a hundred miles an hour took almost 23 seconds and a top speed of 125 km / h. And although the MG TC is a revival of prewar models «TB», the new model has received very successful. MG TC In its four years of production, from 1945 to 1949, was released ten thousand double roadster

MG TC Vintage model

MG TC Sports model

Ferrari 308 GTS Vintage model

Thanks to Thomas Magnum, this is probably the most famous Ferrari of the 80s, the 308 later 328 GTS. Ferrari 308 GTS At the Paris Motor Show 1975, before these draft Hausdesiger Ferrari Pininfarina as Coupe’GTB.Ferrari 308 GTS

Ferrari 308 GTS Sports car

However, not only the appearance on TV made this model so well known is the fact that he was built 16 years as a 308/328 as the most successful of all Ferrari models, contributes to this. The exciting body home to the classic mid-engine principle and is powered by a 3.0 liter V8 engine on the rear axle.Ferrari 308 GTS

Ferrari 308 GTS Classic model

In 1981 the Model Ferrari 308 GTS, which provided a direct injection 214 hp. From 1982 until the end of 1985, construction of the 308 GTSi offered Quatrrovalvolve afforded by the four-valve 240 hp and 250 km / h was fast.Ferrari 308 GTS

Ferrari 308 GTS Stylish red model

Ferrari 308 GTS Classic model

Ferrari 250 GT Coupe Luxury Model

The Ferrari 250 GT Series is one of the most successful and popular of Ferrari. The vehicles were there as Spider and Coupe, with many different variants have been put on the market. Was started the series with the Ferrari 250 GT Coupe Europa, followed by the 250 GT Boano / Ellena and the 250 GT Ferrari 250 GT Coupe Tour de France. Followed in 1957 with the Ferrari 250 GT Cabriolet, the first Spider version, which was offered also as 250 GT California Spyder. The series was the 250 GT Coupe Pinin Farina, the four-seat coupe 250 GTE 2 +2, the 250 GT Lusso and the 250 LM (Le Mans) rounded.Ferrari 250 GT Coupe

Ferrari 250 GT Coupe Sports Car

Ferrari 250 GT Coupe Vintage model

Some numbers indicate legends. For automobiles, these placeholders are often three digits. Ferrari 250 GT Coupe Consider, for example, of the 356 or the 507, the code 300 and to the 120th The numeric solution: Porsche 356, BMW 507, Mercedes 300 SL Gullwing and Jaguar XK 120 – all legends motorized passion.Ferrari 250 GT Coupe

Ferrari 250 GT Coupe Italian Sports car

In the Ferrari, there are a number of selected combinations of numbers that feed the myth, then as now. If you meet the simple to the Italians in the number 250, it means pause. Ferrari 250 GT Coupe Because this number promises great things, but it is exceptional for early cars from Maranello. The numbers have not so much spectacular source rather than a strictly technical meaning: Ferrari 250 GT Coupe The number designates the displacement of a single cylinder. 250 cc by 12 – makes three liters of total volume. Only with the Ferrari Dino 246 changed a neat method of typing.Ferrari 250 GT Coupe

Ferrari 250 GT Coupe Classic retro model

The Ferrari 250 GTO of 1962 is considered by many enthusiasts as the archetype of the potent racing car from the stable of Enzo Ferrari. But also the first commercially available mid-engined Ferrari, the 250 LM – LM such as Le Mans – the 1963 is one of the track legend. Of course, this list may be in the 250 models, the 250 GT Europa, the 250 GT Tour de France and the 250 TR – not missing – for TR Testa Rossa.Ferrari 250 GT Coupe

Ferrari 250 GT Coupe Italian Sports car

Ferrari 250 GT Coupe

Ferrari 250 GT Coupe Interior View

Ferrari Dino 246 GTS sports car

The Ferrari Dino 246 GT provides a pure race car feel. However, you should regularly control the box. The maintenance is not cheap, but poor service leads to even more expensive costs.

For a Ferrari Dino 246 GTS in good condition now 100,000 euros and be paid. Obvious that the maintenance is not a car in this price range is cheap. Although the little Ferrari with a V6 only comes up with the V12 instead of the big brothers, the cost of service and maintenance are not nearly half as high.

Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Vintage model

After all, the Dino is not maintenance-prone to be excessive or capricious – “provided the basic right,” restricts Hans Uhlmann.Ferrari Dino 246 GTS The long-standing dinosaur specialist from W?denswil near Zurich knows the problem of lack of reliability of cars in bad technical condition. When they are finally brought to the workshop, not a mere maintenance, but expensive repairs are due. But dinosaurs that are OK, “should once a year to shop,” Jochen Frick finds from the sports car specialist in Frankfurt.Ferrari Dino 246 GTS

Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Classic car

To come within the true enjoyment of the free-revving six-cylinder, certain basic conditions are met. “The ignition must work absolutely correct, which is particularly important,” says Uhlmann.Ferrari Dino 246 GTS It should be noted briefly on the spark plugs, which previously prepared often have problems because they were wet and sooty.Ferrari Dino 246 GTS

Task of a skilled workshop is the distributor of the Dino with his two breaker contacts. The correct setting can actually be carried out using a Verteilerpr?fbank.Ferrari Dino 246 GTS In later versions, the case is even more complicated, because one of the breaker for the neutral charge then.Ferrari Dino 246 GTS

Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Vintage model

The ignition system of the Dino, the so-called Dinoplex C, now getting on in years. Some screwdrivers have it replaced by a newer CDI system. “A number of dinosaur have been converted to contactless ignition systems, some of whom do not work satisfactorily because the sample is too weak to spark a cold engine and a rich mixture,” says Jochen Frick.Ferrari Dino 246 GTS

Hans Uhlmann may recommend to its proprietary conversion kit for contactless ignition but without hesitation. More than 70 other Ferrari Dino and run fine with it. Ferrari Dino 246 GTS For the conversion charges he and check the centrifugal advance ? 1,600 – no installation and removal of the distributor and the other of any necessary work, such as a carburetor adjustment.Ferrari Dino 246 GTS

A carburetor is adjusted correctly the way, is the second important prerequisite for good running, but not every shop has the know-how for optimal results.Ferrari Dino 246 GTS

Ferrari Dino 246 GTS In yellow color

Among the more elaborate work on the engine is the valve clearance and timing control. If this is done with due diligence, and all seals replaced, the cost of this to climb over 1,000 ?. For specimens with air conditioning will be added because of the air compressor, additional driving screws.Ferrari Dino 246 GTS

Transmission overhaul for about 10,000 engine overhaul about 25,000 to 40,000 euros Ferrari Dino 246 GTS

The five-speed gearbox can be innately want something heavy. But you should be no howling away and do not scratch when changing gear, otherwise depending on the extent of damage to 10,000 ? for an overhaul to invest. It is, however, always to wear and tear each particular weak points does not have the gear.Ferrari Dino 246 GTS

Wear and tear, it is also to make the necessary repairs to the chassis. Ferrari Dino 246 GTSWho can replace all the bushings and bearings of the front and rear axle to be reckoned with also some peaks. The parts to be obtained.

In general, the parts availability has improved in recent years. But beware, not all of the remanufactured products have the quality and dimensional accuracy of original spare. Sometimes the shows immediately, sometimes later – as in a silent jack for the suspension, because many move their car owner Dino-general only slightly. One should therefore always rely on the experience of the workshop when it comes to the purchase of spare partsFerrari Dino 246 GTS

Ferrari 330 GTC sports car

With its 300 hp four-liter V12 engine, the manual five-speed gearbox and independent suspension is the Ferrari 330 GTC certainly been one of the most desirable driving machines of the 1960s. The specimen with the chassis number 10 659, which will offer RM Auctions at this year’s autumn sale “Automobiles of London ‘, has also yet to offer a unique body – and a fascinating history:

Ferrari 330 GTC on the street

Originally the car was in 1968 at the now almost legendary American Ferrari importer Luigi Chinetti and racers delivered – initially with the standard bodywork by Pininfarina. Ferrari 330 GTCChinetti sold his Ferrari to Robert V. Kennedy of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Ferrari 330 GTC When the car a few years later, again at Chinetti rolled into the yard, he had two other owners in Farhzeugbrief and a slight front damage.Ferrari 330 GTC

Ferrari 330 GTC in showroom

Originally the car was in 1968 at the now almost legendary American Ferrari importer Luigi Chinetti and racers delivered – initially with the standard bodywork by Pininfarina. Ferrari 330 GTC.Chinetti sold his Ferrari to Robert V. Kennedy of Cambridge, Massachusetts. When the car a few years later, again at Chinetti rolled into the yard, he had two other owners in Farhzeugbrief and a slight front damage.Ferrari 330 GTC luxury car.

Ferrari 330 GTC classic retro car

Chinetti decided to send the car to the renowned body-Zagato factory in Milan, to be replaced by the original body was custom built.Ferrari 330 GTC. Zagato designed a clear and sharp lines that differed drastically from the gentle curves of the original.Ferrari 330 GTC

Ferrari 330 GTC retro model

With its streamlined shape, engraved front, the rectangular glass headlamps, the step-back with square tail lights and the enormous Targa roof corresponded to the body of a non-conformist modern term that has prevailed in the course of the seventies nationwide.Ferrari 330 GTC In the spring of 1974 was the Ferrari 330 GTC to see the state of the Carrozzeria Zagato on in Geneva and was released shortly afterwards in the Italian magazine “Quattroporte”.Ferrari 330 GTC

Ferrari 330 GTC Luxury car

There also discovered the former owner Robert V. Kennedy, his former coach in the new design and decided to buy the Ferrari of Chinetti back. Ferrari 330 GTC Until the 90s was the unusual one-off in Kennedy’s possession, after a brief trip to Europe, the car ended up in the prestigious Schermerhorn Collection.Ferrari 330 GTC

Ferrari 330 GTC retro model

Ferrari 330 GTC Classic model

1965 Ferrari 365 P2

The 365 P Guida Centrale “or” Tris Speciale “was the very quick response to the Lamborghini Miura and Ferrari’s, years before the 1971 appearing Berlinetta Boxer, who was then to actually rivals the Miura. Pininfarina had already in 1966 presented in Paris a very original Berlinetta, the motor in the center of the frame was located.1965 Ferrari 365 P2

1965 Ferrari 365 P2

The special feature of this 1965 Ferrari 365 P2 was enlarged by a transparent roof of glass surface, which allowed a clear insight into the interior, where there were three seats and the pilot took the place in the middle.1965 Ferrari 365 P2

1965 Ferrari 365 P2 On the track

Lamborghini specialized in the mid-engine design, but Ferrari and Pininfarina went to their “central concept” one step further. With a longitudinally mounted V12 engine in the middle frame and three front seats they set the central concept consistently.1965 Ferrari 365 P2

1965 Ferrari 365 P2 Exotic model

1965 Ferrari 365 P2 Sports car

1965 Ferrari 365 P2 Racing car

Ferrari 348 GTS Black sports car

The Ferrari 348 was launched in 1990 and as a coupe – sold and Targa version 348 TS – 348 TB Berlinetta. The Ferrari 348 Spider convertible version was produced from 1993 onwards.

Ferrari 348 GTS racing car

The technical modifications of the convertible was transferred to the base models and they summarily renamed the 348 GTB and 348 GTS. The changes affected the performance of the 3.4-liter V8 mid-engine, which was increased from 295 to 320 hp by changing pistons, valves and intake manifold.Ferrari 348 GTS A control device was installed with new timing. This allowed the Ferrari 348 in 5.4 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h and reach a top speed of 280 mph.

Ferrari 348 GTS Luxury model

Ferrari 348 GTS convertible

Ferrari 348 GTS interior view

Shelby Daytona Coupe

The American motorsports history would not be complete sans the inclusion of one of the greatest cars, the Shelby Daytona Coupe. Dubbed as the Ferrari-slayer, the Peter Brock-designed coupe won the FIA GT World Championship in 1965. This was a record-breaking win considering that no other American car has achieved that before the Shelby Daytona Coupe. This has made the car not only in demand, if you can get one, but also very expensive.

Shelby Daytona Coupe

There is however a solution for those who desire to own a Shelby Daytona Coupe and that is through the Shelby Daytona Coupe Le Mans Edition which came to life thanks to the unique interpretation of the Exotic Auto Restoration. By getting this package you also get wider 18-inch wheels and tires, billet aluminum hood vents, heady-duty suspension, and fender flares. You also get brushed aluminum dash, Alcantara seating, suede Momo steering wheel and Daytona Le mans gauges.

Shelby Daytona Coupe

The Shelby Daytona Coupe Le Mans Edition is powered by any Ford V8 engine producing 530 horsepower. There is also an option for the track-oriented version which is sportier and powered by a Shelby aluminum block 427ci V8 engine producing 560 horsepower. This package includes upgraded brakes, quick-release steering wheel and carbon fiber front splitter.

Shelby Daytona Coupe

Shelby Daytona Coupe Inside