Timeless Car designs

1931 Daimler Double six

2011-04-11T03:15:00.000-07:00

Production of the Daimler double six commenced in 1926 and although the model remained available until 1936,a production figure of as low as 26 is frequently quoted,although a figure of 75 seems more likely.All of them were built to meet the special demands of the ownersand as a result no two were alike.There was one notable exception,which sported a custom chassis constructed by Thomson and Taylort to a design penned by Reid Railton.It differed from the other chassis in that it had an underslung rear end as you can see in the pictures.The car was with the Burnett family for around forty years until it was sold to RM classic cars who secured a buyer for it,who got the car completely restored.The car was ready for the 2006 Pebble Beach Concours de Elegance.It was instantly clear that this would be the top contender for the coveted,Best of Show.The judges agreed and bestowed upon the car,the highest honors in the country and possible the world..It was named Best of Show.

Ferrari 250 California Spyder (1958-63)

2010-07-19T01:42:00.001-07:00

.Designed for export to America,the California Spyder was designed by Carozzeria Scaglietti.A total of 105 were handcrafted, of which 51 were long wheel base versions and the remaining were Swb.The one featured above won the 2006 Louis Vuitton classic award besides winning many places at the Pebble beach.

Mercedes 300SL Roadster

2010-06-08T03:52:00.000-07:00

In March 1957 Mercedes Benz introduced a roadster version of the Gullwing 300sl.The 300sl roadster was a low production car with only 1900 cars made between 1957 and '63.A true collectors car which commands a price in excess of 200,0000usd.

Maserati 3500 GTI

2010-06-06T23:19:00.000-07:00

The 3500gt is important in that it was Maserati's first production car to be built in substantial numbers with 2226 cars, coupe's and spyders, built in various guises over a period of eight years.The 1961 fuel injected version of 3500GT, the 3500 GTI, received some minor exterior cosmetic changes; a lower roofline,longer nose, shallower front grille etc.Many celebrity owners got behind the wheel of the 3500gt including Prince RainierIII of Monaco, actors Tony Curtis,Anthony Quinn et al.
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The Finest looking Porsche - 904 GTS

2008-06-05T03:53:00.000-07:00

Designed by Ferdinand Porsche III the grandson of Porsche's founder.This was Porsche's first fiberglass bodied car.It won outright when it first participated in the Targa Florio.It had many class victories in races like the 12 Hours Of Sebring and Le Mans.It handled like an F1 car and underlining its versatility was a second place finish in the snow covered 1965 Rallye Monte Carlo .Most of the 904's were painted silver as it is the racing color of Germany.The street legal version debuted in 1964 in order to comply with GT - class homologation regulations requiring that a certain number of road going variants be sold by the factory.Around 100 were made.They command more than 7,50,000 usd today and there are companies which make an exact replica of it even today.

Lamborghini 400GT Monza -- The Hidden Jewel

2008-05-26T02:45:00.004-07:00

When a Bonham's auction specialist had been to Spain in 1996 to appraise a long dormant Porsche 906 for a family which wanted to sort the affairs of a rich relative who'd recently died,what he discovered was a one-of-a-kind lamborghini.It was parked near the Porsche at the rear of the garage,covered in dust in the midst of 20 motorcycles and a speedboat.The family was initially unaware of its rarity and value,but they finally sold it. Just one was made for an american who wanted to race at the Le mans,although he never could due to homologation issues.
The car was hidden since 1966 and finally appeared in 2006( after 40 years)in full public view at the Bonham's auction UK where an english collector bought it for 1,77,500 pounds.

The rarest Lamborghini with the most spectacular retro design making it a timeless piece of art.

Maserati 5000 GT (1957-65)

2008-05-26T02:45:00.003-07:00

The 5000 GT was first made for the Shah of Persia.Adding to its exclusivity is the fact that just thirty four were produced.Its hard to imagine a better looking GT.

Lamborghini Miura SV

2008-05-26T02:45:00.001-07:00

Named after a spanish ranch whose bulls had a killer instinct,the Miura was a sensation when it was launched in 1966.At the Turin motor show,multiple orders were placed despite the fact that only the chassis was displayed without the actual body.It had quite a few sub-models like the p400,p400s etc, but the most flamboyant design was that of the p400sv.150 of these were produced,Frank Sinatra owned one and actor Nicholas Cage bought one at an auction for $4,90,000.

Alfa Romeo - 8c Competizione

2008-05-26T02:45:00.000-07:00

Successor to the '67 stradale. Launched in 2008 in the US.Production is limited to 500.The only modern sports car that personifies automotive sensuality.

The legendary Ford GT40

2008-05-22T03:42:00.005-07:00

The ultimate looking american sports car.6 speed manual with around 600hp.

Dream of a Maseratista.

2008-05-22T03:42:00.004-07:00

The A6/GCS Maserati was made to compete in the world sports car championship.They won in the Italian Grand Prix in 1953 and '54.Around fifty two were made.It had different body styles,but what you can see here is the final body design by Pininfarina which is gorgeously retro.

Seen here is the 1953 A6/GCS berlinetta at the Pebble Beach Concours de Elegance.A rare beauty valued by collectors worldwide,present in the Ralph lauren car collection.

The Sexiest Sports Car

2008-05-22T03:42:00.002-07:00

Indeed, the 1967 Alfa romeo tipo 33 stradale is the greatest,most sensual and gorgeous sports car that was ever made and will remain so.

Designed by Franco Scaglione.18 were built.The first to have dihedral doors(butterfly style).Its successor is the Alfa 8c Competizione (mentioned in this blog).