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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

BMW E26 M1 Sports car

In the fall of 1978, the road version debuted at the Paris Motor Show. BMW M1.The first model of Motorsport GmbH, the only 114 inch flat BMW M1 on the name had been baptized. BMW M1.The audience was enthusiastic, despite the steep price of 100,000 marks received numerous orders. Behind the scenes, but operating under high pressure to get the M1 on the race track.BMW M1. Because time was running away and the new BMW with about 1300 kg in any case little chance in Group 4 were certified, devised Jochen Neerpasch a brilliant move: together with Bernie Ecclestone and Max Mosley, he invented the BMW Procar Series, the private drivers in the formula 1 Grand Prix was an opportunity to take up the five fastest F1 drivers from the GP qualifying.

BMW E26 M1

BMW E26 M1 in the air

BMW E26 M1 M-power design

BMW E26 M1 on the track

Acura NSX Sports car

The Honda NSX, which was originally presented as a sleek coupe. In a specially constructed plant in Tochigi in complex manual work, both the coupe were produced in its different variants as well as the Targa version. In North America, the NSX came under the Acura brand to the market.Acura NSX .

Acura NSX Japanese car

The NSX was the first production vehicle in the world to have a body made entirely of aluminum. Acura NSX .Engine and chassis are direct developments from Formula 1 Originally had the V6 engine a displacement of 3.0 liters. and was combined with either a manual 5-speed manual gearbox or a 4-speed automatic. Since 1997, it was for the NSX a manual 6-speed transmission, which then with a 3.2 ltr. Acura NSX .Capacity increased engine has been combined. Since 1997, offered exclusively in the Japanese market a lighter and more tightly tuned version called the NSX-S.

Acura NSX Tunned version

In the course of production time were both on the exterior as well as ever in the technology of the NSX more or less extensive changes made, such as 1995, the (final) introduction of the Drive-by-wire throttle approach than using a servo motor under the were moved from sensors detected accelerator pedal position and the one calculated by the engine electronics as a function of information from the traction control setting.Acura NSX .

Acura NSX Exotic Japanese car

Most striking was in the year 2002, the exchange of pop-up headlights to “normal” headlights.Acura NSX . After the longest up to that time production of a generation of a Honda car of 15 years, the NSX in the summer of 2005 was taken from the program. The Acura NSX, however, remained until the end of that year available.Acura NSX .

Mercedes-W124-500E-Front-side-view

With the Mercedes-Benz 500E met for the first time the gateway to the powerful Power sedan and a whole new class of customers on. 326 hp in the dress of elegant W124 not only aroused in so many Mercedes enthusiasts secret desires. And many a sports car driver wanted behind the wheel of the Mercedes that had him standing straight and showed how quickly a four-door really can be.

Mercedes-W124-500E-Black Edition

The W124 was in 1992 allowed for the first time on the road and had to use one or the other track, which was exactly the right approach for me, however, to create his own dream of 500E. Visually the 500 was indeed score with its discreet appearance, according to my taste but he could not apply a bit thicker. Finally, you should see the car’s performance.

Mercedes-W124-500E-Rear-view-picture

At this sensitive “adjusting” between a decent quality look and proll not to overtighten, sensitivity was required. And as employees of AMG styling was also an idea to almost. After all, produced the Mercedes tuner also an AMG version of the W124, based on practical as the 500E.

Mercedes-W124-500E-Rear-side-view

So it’s no surprise that  CBS 500E with the parts of its big brother E60 AMG. Unlike  500E but the AMG model came with a cc to 1,000 engine bore, which then was good for 380 hp. With its 326 hp 500E is also so well on the road. Even the later produced E 500, which provide the benefit of better emission standard 320 hp, are anything but weak in the chest and surprise even today so many road users.

Mercedes-W124-500E-with-AMG-Wheels

In the best style, the Mercedes-AMG fan made so to work. The focus was on maintaining the value of the 500E. All conversion were added gradually. Thus, the W124 is now available thanks to the AMG springs and dampers of the E60 about 40 millimeters on front and rear axle. Here scores  Mercedes now not only with a better look, but also to a further improvement in handling.

Mercedes-W124-500E-Interior-Picture

Mercedes W124 500E Dashboard

Mercedes W124 500E Under the hood

Mercedes W124 500E AMG Design

1980 Dodge Mirada Luxury sedan

A very rare vehicle, the Dodge Mirada was a hardtop coupe manufactured by Chrysler from 1980 through 1983. Based on Chrysler’s J body platform, the Mirada replaced the Dodge Magnum. The Mirada is identical to two other vehicles that Chrysler also manufactured at the same era, the Cordoba and the Imperial. Three engine options were available, an 85 hp Slant Six, a 130 hp 318 V8 and a 150 hp 360 V8. The Mirada was last manufactured in 1983 and at the end of its production year, only 5,120 units were sold.

The Mirada was a sturdy reliable little car, but unfortunately it didn’t become very popular during its three years of production. A mid-sized, rear-wheel drive coupe, the production numbers were very low, and less than 53,000 units were sold during its lifetime. During its production run, the Mirada would remain virtually unchanged with the exception of paint colors and engines. In 1983 the Mirada was replaced with the Chrysler 600. Basically, the Mirada was fairly doomed from the start in the market. Rear wheel drive had gone out of fashion in the car industry quite some time ago, and unfortunately even the true Plymouths were going out of style with their boat-like appearance.

1980 Dodge Mirada Targa

The Mirada was introduced as a luxury coupe, and it did indeed feature luxury items that would have been found in American models during, such as AM/FM radios with cassette players, various power options and leather upholstery.

In introducing the Mirada, Chrysler was also attempting to succeed on the NASCAR front as well. Lee Iaccoca personally requested Richard Petty to campaign a Mirada in NASCAR. Several drivers, including Petty built race ready test vehicles and tested them. Unfortunately the Mirada was tested around 8pm slower than other GM and Ford vehicles of the day and Petty and other drivers chose to go with another model. Arlington Racing did decide to go with the car and campaigned it from 1981 through 1984 racing seasons and managed 15 top-ten finishes during those years.

The main driver was Buddy Arrington; number 67, who ended up carrying the flag for Chrysler in NASSCAR after Petty Enterprises went to GM. The Marida was mainly used as a short-track car, while using a ’81-83 Imperial on superspeedwars. Several other drivers, including Dave Marcis and Dick May did choose to run the Mirada several times in 1981. Unfortunately the vehicles either broke down or finished several laps behind the leaders.

1980 Dodge Mirada stylish Limousine

The Mirada used transverse torsion bars in its suspension in the front and leaf springs with a sway bar in the rear. A ‘Sport Handling Package’ was offered on the Mirada and it included heavy-duty shock absorbers, torsion bar bushings, springs and anti-sway bars in both the rear and front. The braking system used drum brakes in the rear and power assisted disc brakes in the front.

Several different variations of rooflines were offered on the Mirada. Base models received a basic metal roof with a chrome beauty strip that reached from the bottom of the opera windows and across the roof. Buyers that wanted their Mirada to feature a sportier look could choose either a power sunroof, or a glass T-top roof. An even more luxurious option would be to choose either a vinyl landau roof or a cabriolet roof.

Every year except 1983 the T-tops and Landau were available, and the Cabriolet top could be purchased anytime. Unfortunately the power sunroof wasn’t very popular and was only available for 1980 and 1981.

Several basic wheel options were available, base models came with 15′ steel wheels with turbine-like hubcaps. Another option was polished ten-spoke, 15′ aluminum wheels with bright chrome center caps and painted section.

On the inside, the Mirada was available in a selection of styles and colors, though the most often chosen interior color was dark red. In the base vehicle, the dashboard was black with a faux woodgrain finish that surrounded the center console and gauges. The CMX featured a brushed aluminum finish that replaced the woodgrain. Options on the seating were either vinyl bucket seats, a 60/40 split cloth bench seat or leather bucket seats. The Mirada could be chosen with either a column shift or floor shift, while the bench seat was only available with the column shifter. Available steering wheels were either an interior –matched two-spoke wheel with horn buttons in the spokes. The CMX featured the Mopar ‘Tuff Wheel’ as the standard steering wheel in 1980 and 1981. The base models featured manual windows but the CMX could be purchased with power windows as an option.