Classics Articles

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Andrew Manifield @ Sunday, 28th May 2006 @ 8:15 AM

Ferdinand Porsche played an important role in the development of airplanes and racing cars, and the construction of tanks for the Wehrmacht. He is an automobile engineer with more than a thousand patents to his name. He was appointed chief engineer at Mercedes-Benz in Stuttgart in the 1920s. Later on, he set up his own engineering workshop and designed among others the Volkswagen. At the plant where Volkswagen was made, Wolfsburg, he was chief of operations and at the end of the war he was inter... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Andrew Manifield @ Sunday, 28th May 2006 @ 8:13 AM

In 2006, Dr. Ing. H.c. Porsche will extend it’s current product line with the addition of a new 911 Turbo, the sixth generation of the 911 series. This top-of-the-range model will have its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show on February 28, 2006 and as from June 24, 2006 it will be available in German dealerships. The 911 Turbo (type 997) has a few improvements. It has an output of 480 bhp at 6,000 rpm, a 3.6 litre engine, a rated torque of 620 Nm and a maximum torque available between 1,9... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Andrew Manifield @ Sunday, 28th May 2006 @ 8:07 AM

In comparison of the engine, The Porsche Cayman is positioned between the Boxster and 911. Still, it has its own different personality. It is snappier, easier, and not burdened by heavy weight hanging out the back and the need to manage the effect of that weight. The Cayman is strictly a two-seater because the engine sits where the rear seats would otherwise be. This means that the engine is not quite readily accessible, although there's a way into the oil filler via the boot. Under ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Andrew Manifield @ Sunday, 28th May 2006 @ 8:01 AM

The Porsche 356 is the first Porsche production automobile and it was sold from 1948 through 1965. Although many consider Porsche 64 as being the first automobile produced by the German company, the 64 was never mass-produced and it was only a drivable test-mule. The 364 was created by Ferdinand Porsche and his son, Ferry Porsche, designed by Erwin Komenda and its engine features derived from the Volkswagen Beetle, deigned by Mr. Porsche Senior. The models available were initially coupe, ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Andrew Manifield @ Sunday, 28th May 2006 @ 8:01 AM

With every new automobile, Porsche tried to redefine the meaning of performance, by creating a more powerful engine. Cayenne Turbo makes no exception to this rule. Like all Porsche engine, it is hand assembled and the twin turbo V8 rises to an exacting level of technical excellence. Motronic ME7.1.1.is a system that controls the split-second precision of the Cayenne V8 and V6 super engine. This new highly intelligent engine management system balances impressive power with great smoothness... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Andrew Manifield @ Sunday, 28th May 2006 @ 8:01 AM

A new Porsche 911 is always fascinating because it’s interesting to see how after more than 40 years of development the Porsche team still manages to bring changes and improvements to this icon model. The new 997 bodyshell combines the sleek modern looks of the 996 series with the popular retro styling cues from older 911s. The front end is completed with round lights and separate parking/fog/indicator lights. This change, combined with wider hips echoes the last of the air-cooled 911s, ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Andrew Manifield @ Sunday, 28th May 2006 @ 7:56 AM

Unofficially, the Porsche Carrera GT is a racecar, a racecar built for the street. What makes it a racecar is not necessarily the huge power produced by its V10 engine or the carbon fiber construction that keeps everything very lightweight – although these features surely make it a fast car. It’s more the sum of its parts that make this car worth every bit of its $440,000 price tag. The Porsche Carrera GT was introduced as a 2004 model and until 2005 there were already a few changes in or... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Andrew Manifield @ Sunday, 28th May 2006 @ 7:14 AM

The Porsche Boxster and Boxster S are fast, powerful cars and most of all the best-handling production roadsters on the planet. Introduced in 1996, it remained essentially unchanged, other than moderate horsepower and interior-options tweaks. That’s what Porsche usually does with the successful models: it retains car look and configuration for ages. A more powerful second-generation Boxster was introduced in 2005 and it keeps Porsche’s conservative evolutionary path. Like its precedent, it is ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Andrew Manifield @ Sunday, 28th May 2006 @ 7:00 AM

Porsche 968 is basically the successor of the Porsche 944. It has a low nose and wide wheel arches that helps accentuating the beautiful lines of this classic shape that in a Porsche Guards Red is a real head turner. It has also the classic GT front engine, rear wheel drive layout with the added advantage of a rear transaxle giving almost perfect weight distribution. Instead of the hidden headlights of the 944, the 968 has visible pop up headlights, similar to the Porsche 928. This brings... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By David Anthony @ Friday, 24th February 2006 @ 7:01 AM

Shelby Mustangs are legendary are they are known amongst true fans as classics that can never be duplicated. They were the first “muscle cars,” the first street racing cars that got young men’s blood boiling everywhere. They were the beginning of the sports car and unfortunately, only 14,559 of them were made in the six year span that Carroll Shelby modified Ford Mustangs. Shelby’s dream was to give the Mustang a new look, a face lift in a way. And once he got a hold of it, it was nev... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Gregg Hall @ Friday, 17th February 2006 @ 6:56 PM

Throughout the 1970s, television programs (particularly hour long action/dramas) often featured heroes with enviable sports cars. Though not every car was particularly memorable or essential to the show’s personality, some television sports cars did manage to leave a lasting impression. Here are five truly unforgettable television sports cars from the 1970s: Dan Tanna’s 1957 Thunderbird from Vega$ In the pilot for this popular seventies cop show, the show’s protagonist, Dan Tanna... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Gregg Hall @ Friday, 17th February 2006 @ 6:48 PM

Harley Earl was an automobile design expert at Chevrolet who noticed the influx of small European sports cars into the United States after World War II. He knew there was a market for a two-seat roadster and convinced Chevrolet to introduce their own version: The Chevrolet Corvette. In 1953, the first Corvette’s were unveiled. The cars were unique in their construction. Instead of the steel bodies common for the time, the Corvette was actually built from a much lighter material—fibe... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By David Anthony @ Friday, 17th February 2006 @ 6:41 PM

Mustang enthusiasts are in heaven with the recent collaboration between Carroll Shelby and Ford once again. As a legendary race car driver turned designer, Shelby infused the classic Mustang with the kind of power and style that hadn’t yet been seen before in any vehicle of its day. To completely understand the fascination and borderline obsession some people have with Shelby Mustangs, you have to know its history and background. Ford Shelby Mustangs were the 1960’s. They epitomized the era ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By David Chandler @ Monday, 13th February 2006 @ 10:11 PM

A simple definition of a sports car is “a small low car with a high-powered engine, and generally seats two people”. This is more or less a “textbook” definition but gives us an idea of what the public perceives to be a sports car. The Houghton Mifflin dictionary defines a sports car as: “An automobile equipped for racing, especially an aerodynamically shaped one-passenger or two-passenger vehicle having a low center of gravity and steering and suspension designed for precise control ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By David Anthony @ Monday, 13th February 2006 @ 6:56 PM

The Mustang has been loved by car enthusiasts since it was first introduced back in the Swinging Sixties. In fact, the Mustang had one of the most successful auto launches in history! People were enthralled with a car that had sleek sports car looks and a smooth, powerful engine. The Mustang was the best of both worlds… the ultimate status symbol and the most powerful car of its time. Boss Mustangs were infused with a powerful engine, a sturdy design and stylish good looks. Each ser... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By John Morris @ Thursday, 9th February 2006 @ 4:07 PM

So, you want to have your car transported a specific location huh? And this is your first time? You must be tentative because you’ve never done this before and you don’t want anything to go wrong, especially due to the significant investment your car has been. Transporting your automobile doesn’t have to be a nightmare. A thorough understanding of how it works will help you ease your mind of the problems that may result of such. 1. Trailers There are many transport trailer options... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By John Morris @ Thursday, 9th February 2006 @ 4:02 PM

Funny as it may seem, the most neglected thing in a car are the seat covers. Most people are fascinated with what their cars look like but tend to neglect its interior facilities; much less its auto seat covers. Basically, auto seat covers were not invented without any purpose. Auto seat covers are just as important as any other part of your car. Do not wait until you car seats are already soiled from dirt and another harmful elements. Go get your car seats the best auto seat covers so as to kee... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By John Morris @ Thursday, 9th February 2006 @ 7:57 AM

When you think of shipping you usually think of crates and goods and passengers and food and cars - wait! Cars? Yes, cars! It may not seem that popular but transporting cars through ships is a good option for some people. If you plan to get your car across the seas you will need a good shipping service. And since shipping cars isn’t something common for most people, you might find yourself in quite a fix when considering how to find a good car shipping company. 1. Shipping Companies more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By John Morris @ Sunday, 5th February 2006 @ 5:31 AM

If you are one of those people who are highly obsessed with one’s car or if you are one of those obsessive compulsive types who freaks when it comes to everything then a good car seat cover will ensure the protection of your car seat! Protection from any dirt or stain will be a good thing as it means you will have to clean the inside of your car less. 1. Incredible Protection Sellers of car seat covers actually suggest that a great car seat cover to buy is a custom-fit car seat co... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Harry Rockwell @ Saturday, 4th February 2006 @ 2:29 AM

The Chevrolet Camaro was a compact car introduced in North America by the Chevrolet Motor Division of General Motors at the start of the 1967 model year as competition for the Ford Mustang. Although it was technically a compact (by the standards of the time), the Camaro, like the entire class of Mustang competitiors, was soon known as a pony car. Though the car's name was contrived with no meaning, General Motors researchers found the word in a French dictionary as a slang te... more...