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Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO Retro model

Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO presented in 1958 at the Motor Show in London. Letters DB nothing like the initials of the new owner of Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO, David Brown, a prominent industrialist who bought the company in 1947

Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO Classic car

The Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO received a brand new aluminum engine L6 working volume of 3.7 liter, dual overhead camshafts. This aggregate capacity of 240 horsepower was designed designer Tadek Marek. Machine were equipped with disc brakes of Dunlop and later Girling. Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO offered a choice of two options, transmissions, five-speed manual and three-speed automatic

Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO  Vintage model

Special attention is given body. First “envelope” for the Aston Martin designed a “native” studio Tickford. This time looks engaged Milanese Carrozzeria Touring. Stylish and fast paced, body built on the ultra-modern technology for those years, the frame was made of thin steel tubes, and then sheathed with aluminum. This design makes it very light, so the car would add significantly to the dynamics. Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO maximum speed of 250 kilometers per hour, and overcame stokilometrovuyu mark within six seconds

Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO Luxury old car

Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO enjoyed great success, but despite its popularity, the company needed a sophisticated model that can compete with the Ferrari 250 GT. So, in 1959, there was a strong 302-DB4 GT. Externally it differed closed fairing headlights and air intakes on the bonnet

Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO Stylish model

At this improvement is not over. To “catch up» Ferrari, Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO was subjected to the new changes. To this end, attracted well-known Milanese bodywork firm Zagato, through which the car has become more streamlined and aggressive. Steel body parts have been replaced by aluminum, bumpers removed, instead of glass inserted lightweight perspex. Thanks to this machine’s weight dropped to 40 pounds, and the special racing weight of the samples was reduced by another 50 pounds. Slightly increased and the power of the engine, now it was 314 forces

Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO Interior picture

Aston Martin DB4GT ZAGATO Side view

Alfa Romeo Giulietta Retro Roadster

Alfa Romeo Giulietta was presented to the public at the Turin Motor Show in 1954. This model earned the company a huge success. She led the company from the postwar crisis and Alfa Romeo won the second largest producer of automobiles in Italy after the Fiat. Thanks Alfa Romeo Giulietta total sales of stamps increased by several times.
Double body design was developed by Carrozzeria Bertone. In April 1955, came four-door sedan, a body which was completely developed at the Alfa Romeo “.

Alfa Romeo Giulietta Vintage model

The basic version of Alfa Romeo Giulietta equipped with four-cylinder inline engine with aluminum cylinder heads, hemispherical combustion chambers and dual overhead camshafts. Working volume is 1290 cubic centimeters capacity of 65 horsepower. Rear-wheel drive and all wheel independent suspension, combined with low weight (900 lbs), Alfa Romeo Giulietta powerful enough engine and five-speed manual gearbox makes the car a dynamic and well managed

Alfa Romeo Giulietta Classic car

Later styles complemented the two double Convertible Spider and Spider Veloce with bodies atelier «Pininfarina». They used the same engine, but with less weight dynamic performance has been improved.
In 1961 he appeared with the sedan variant – «TI» (Turismo Internazionale), this car became the most popular among the “Juliet” from 1961 to 1964 collected more than 50,000 copies.

Alfa Romeo GiuliettaIn 1957, there was the famed Sprint Speciale which produced until 1962. This is a coupe with a body of «Bertone» built on a shortened platform of Giulietta, stand on it serial engine volume 1.3 liters, the power of which was adjusted to 100 horsepower! When the mass of 975 kg vehicle was accelerated to a maximum of 200 km / h

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-MGA Vintage model

In 1955, the company introduced a brand new MG roadster «MGA», which became the replacement for the obsolete series – “T”. MG-MGA creating a new model of development used car MG, which is created specifically to participate in a 24-hour race at Le Mans.
«MGA» had a solid spar frame of box section profiles, independent front suspension wishbone suspension and springs, one-piece beam rear axle on leaf springs and rack and pinion steering.MG-MGA

MG-MGA Retro model

Many details of the undercarriage MG-MGA were unchanged borrowed from other machines corporation British Motors, which included the company and MG, had a positive impact on the price of the car. Engine cylinder capacity of 1489 cm3 with two-barrel carburetor developed a capacity 72-horse power and worked with a mechanical four-speed gearbox. MG-MGA Sleek two-seater sports body, with rapid lines, looking very stylish and elegant.

MG-MGA Classic car

The main part of produced MG-MGA exported to the North American market. But American consumers a stylish addition to the exterior would have an even more powerful engine. MG-MGA first option roadster really lacked power and speed, so the standard engine produces its maximum speed of 153 km / h and accelerated up to hundreds for 15.1 seconds. MG-MGA In 1958 there was a racing version of the «Twin Cam», with the engine, equipped with two overhead camshafts.MG-MGA

MG-MGA Roadster

Capacity of the new motor  MG-MGA was already one hundred and ten forces, and the maximum speed of the car has increased to 180 km / h. Outwardly, this modification can be distinguished only by the inscriptions «Twin Cam» on the trunk and hood, as well as special wheels. MG-MGA Unfortunately, the new engine was shortlived and in 1960 this version was removed from production.MG-MGA

MG-MGA Convertible

In May 1959 there was a modification «MGA – 1600 MKI» MG-MGA with 1,6-liter eighty-horsepower engine. Two years later, on a version of MGA Mark II, this engine has already developed 93 horsepower.
«MGA» was issued prior to 1962 in a body such as a roadster or coupe. MG-MGA Style and competitive price determined the success of this car is now available in an amount of nearly one hundred thousand copies

MG-MGA Retro car

MG-MGA Classic Retro 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

Fiat Dino 2400 Spider-Vintage model

The Dino coupe was designed by Bertone and the V6 engine from the Dino Spider, later driven from the Dino 2400 Spider. For such fathers, the project simply had to be a success – especially since the price was right! But there was probably once again at the image.Fiat Dino 2400 Spider

Fiat Dino 2400 Spider Classic model

Despite good facilities, respectable test scores and really athletic talents were found in five years of production in 2398 only buyer (Dino 2400 Coupe). For a company like Fiat probably too little, which is why the production without presenting a successor hired in 1972.Fiat Dino 2400 Spider

Fiat Dino 2400 Spider Retro model

Fiat Dino 2400 Spider Front view

Fiat Dino 2400 Spider

Fiat Dino 2400 Retro model

Fiat Dino 2400

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

Hudson Hornet Classic American model

Although the cars of the three largest manufacturers monopolized the most attention of American cars in the 1950′s, the role of the Hudson Hornet can not be ignored

Hudson Hornet Retro model

At the time of Hudson Hornet debuted in 1951, the public had been seduced by the radical styling of the Commodore company in 1948. The low profile design of the car floor placed between the rails of the chassis structure, instead of placing them on top, and the body and chassis combined into a single unit, reached a low profile design with a reduced center of gravity.

Hudson Hornet Vintage model car

The elegant Hornet was offered as a two-door coupe, a four-door sedan, a convertible and a hardtop. He pioneered the use of unique structure (chassis-body), as well as its powerful engine L-head 6 cylinder in line. Hudson Hornet- originally the engine in the Commodore had 262 cubic inches, but when mounted on the Hornet in 1951 and had a displacement of 308 cubic inches. Hudson Hornet with an aluminum head high compression and two barrel carburetor could 145hp with 275 lb-ft of torque, making it the six-cylinder engine more powerful in the world.Hudson Hornet

Hudson Hornet Hotrod

The Hudson was lavishly decorated, with lots of chrome exterior and interior, attractive upholstery and room for six adults. In 1952, Hudson joined an optional engine, the Twin-H. Using two interconnected multiple carburetors fed by two of the gorge, making a 170hp power. Hudson Hornet Alternatively, 7-X, increased their power 210hp.

Hudson Hornet Rear view

The runners took note. At a time when stock car competition was really competitive actions, the attributes of the Hornet made it a natural candidate for the NASCAR races and more – despite its obvious trend for luxury. The track star Marshall Teague received support for their efforts in NASCAR, and he and his “Fabulous Hudson Hornet” won several competitions of the season. In total, Hudson won 12 of the 41 races of 1951, including the season opener at Daytona Grand National. In 1952, the domain of Teague and Hudson was total, winning 27 of the 34 competencies in NASCAR. 39 more victories followed in the next two seasons.Hudson Hornet

Classic retro car Hudson Hornet

However, neither the advanced technology and success in careers in America’s most important series might help sales, which were dormant since the debut of the Hornet. Hudson Hornet Superficial changes for the 1953 model included a redesigned grille and hood, and in 1954 was presented ventilation hatch on the hood, one piece windshield, and redesigned rear. It was all for nothing. As Hudson‘s finances were in decline is planning a merger with Nash.

Hudson Hornet in Blue color

The Hornet is robust, well-built engines that offer a lot of trouble-free miles with proper maintenance and management as any other American car of the era, thanks in large part by its low center of gravity and uniform distribution of their weight. Hudson Hornet Its six cylinders also undoubtedly help, even the base engine of 145hp.

Hudson Hornet Interior view

Hudson Hornet Interior view

Hudson Hornet Super Vintage model

Hudson Terraplane American model

Hudson Motor Car Company formed Hudson and other brand automobiles in Detroit, Michigan, from 1909 to 1954th 1954 Hudson merged with Nash-Kelvinator Corporation to form American Motors. The Hudson name was continued through the 1957 model year, after he was dropped. Hudson Terraplane

Hudson Terraplane Classic car

The name “Hudson” came from J.L. Hudson, a Detroit department store entrepreneur and founder of Hudson’s department store, which provided the necessary head and gave permission for the company to be named after him. A total of eight Detroit businessmen who founded the company on 24th February, 1909, produce a car that would sell for less than $ 1,000.Hudson Terraplane One of the main “car men” and the organizers of the company Roy Chapin, Sr, a young executive, who had worked with Ransom E. Olds (son Chapin, Roy Jr, would later President of the Hudson-Nash descendant American Motors Corp. to be. In the sixties).Hudson Terraplane

The company quickly began production with the first car that was driven in by a small factory in Detroit third July, 1909. The new Hudson “Twenty” was one of the first cheap cars in the U.S. market and very successful with more than 4,000 were sold the first year.Hudson Terraplane This was the best first production of the year in the history of the automotive industry up to that time.

Hudson Terraplane Retro model

The company had adjusted a number of first for the auto industry, these included double brakes, the use of dashboard oil pressure warning lights of the generator and the first from the crankshaft, which the Hudson allowed straight-6 engine, dubbed the “Super Six” (1916), to work with a higher rotational speed to make while remaining smooth, and develop more energy for its size than lower-revving machines.Hudson Terraplane

Luxury Model Hudson Terraplane

Hudson Terraplane

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