This RSS is dedicated to articles on classic cars arround the world http://www.mrgweb.com.au It's not often that one sees a classic car owned and driven by someone with the controversial red sticker on the rear license tag, but Thorofare's Julian Washburne, 17, is happy to join the classic car exhibitors with his 1968 VW Bug. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread24.html Mon, 25 Nov 2010 07:43:00 GMT I was jockeying for a parking space at the local Saturday morning farmer's market when this 1920s Dodge Brothers convertible appeared carrying a family of four (or maybe five) and their dog. I occurred to me that if you want to have fun with an old car, this is how it's done. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread23.html Tue, 31 Aug 2010 11:43:00 GMT BEHIND the wheel of a 1928 Mercedes-Benz S 26/180 Boattail Speedster, the road comes alive. The wind, like the scenery, rushes past. I aim the car down the road using the tristar emblem at the far end of the hood like a gunsight. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread22.html Wed, 11 Aug 2010 11:43:00 GMT Richard Reeve, now 90, was given a gift by his sons: a 1936 Cord car that he had restored and then sold in the early 1970s. His sons, Michael, 51, and Rick, 54, found the car on eBay and spent $43,000 to buy it as a surprise for their father. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread21.html Tue, 10 Aug 2010 08:05:00 GMT Henry's Ford's Model A is one of the world's most enduring vehicles. Hundreds of Ford Model A cars and trucks converged on Vancouver this past week. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread20.html Mon, 09 Aug 2010 09:11:00 GMT Alfa Romeo's 6C can be placed alongside some of the all-time great classic cars, according to a new review. Originally launched as the 1750 in 1929, the car enjoyed huge on-track success in its debut year, winning Grands Prix in Belgium, Spain, Tunis and Monza, plus the Mille Miglia, Brooklands Double Twelve and Ulster TT. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread19.html Fri, 09 Jul 2010 09:11:00 GMT Two classic British cars has set new world records in Dorset Vintage and Classic Auctions Sale. A 1959 Jaguar MK IX Auto achieved a world record sale of $25.300. A sum of $60,000 was spent on the restoration of the vehicle. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread18.html WED, 07 Jul 2010 09:09:00 GMT "Innovative technologies, amazing speed and stylish design is the common feature in all the recent cars but still we can't help going head over heels on the vintage cars. The posh look, the exotic style and the spectacular precision of design makes them the ruler of the kingdom of automobile. One may own costliest car but a vintage car dressed in your garage, becomes the introduction of your rich taste. Auction of vintage car's are held time and again. A bid of above a million is no surprise. Here is the list of the best vintage cars till date. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread17.html Tue, 06 Jul 2010 07:11:00 GMT Baseball, barbecue, pool parties - when you're tallying ways to celebrate summer, don't overlook one uniquely American invention that some devotees say is the epitome of summer fun - the muscle car. "Summer and muscle cars go together perfectly," says Steven Magnante, former technical editor of "Hot Rod" magazine. Magnante will be SPEED's on the block reporter during the Inaugural Barrett-Jackson Orange County Collector Car Auction in Costa Mesa, Calif., this summer. "Summer is a time for enjoyment. Winter snow and frigid temperatures become distant memories when you're motoring along in a high performance car on a sunny summer afternoon." Here are Magnante's picks for the top five muscle cars of summer: 5. 1983-'93 Mustang GT Convertible 4. 1968-1974 Big Block Corvette Roadster 3. 1968-1975 Plymouth Road Runner 2. 1965-1970 Mustang High Performance Convertible 1. 1964-1971 Pontiac GTO Convertible To see more amazing muscle cars, classics and great vehicles, tune in to the Barrett-Jackson Orange County Collector car auction June 25 to 27 on SPEED. Log on to www.speed.com to learn mor http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread16.html Mon, 05 Jul 2010 23:32:00 GMT Bloomington Gold is a curious name for an event that has long since left Bloomington, Ill., where it began, and has nothing to do with gold. Instead, it's a celebration of the car that defines rapid transit: the Chevrolet Corvette. Thousands of Corvette enthusiasts will attend the annual four-day show, which opens Thursday at the Pheasant Run Resort here, about 35 miles west of Chicago. Most will come to admire thousands of Corvettes, old and new. Others will display their Corvettes and have them judged. Still others will bid at the auction of classic Corvettes, which can fetch hundreds of thousands of dollars. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread15.html Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:49:00 GMT The approach of summer means just one thing to car buyers - the opportunity to score a great deal, especially on some used vehicles that dealers are motivated to move out of their inventory as 2010 really gets rolling. Bargains can be hot at this time of year for those who know how to shop smart for a good used car. With "Cash for Clunkers" a fading memory and Americans still looking to buy used cars rather than investing in new ones that depreciate as soon as you drive them off the lot, the used car market is hotter than ever. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread14.html Fri, 28 May 2010 06:20:00 GMT Like many other Americans, if you're in the market for a car, you have reviewed your options and decided that buying used is the best value for your money in the current economy. Perhaps you've already researched the make, model, style and options that best suit you. You may have even checked with your bank and other lenders to evaluate your financing options. You're ready to buy... or are you? http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread13.html Wed, 26 May 2010 05:30:00 GMT One of the worst fears of a hot-rodder is blending in. Owners will go to great lengths to ensure their ride is different from the next in the car show or cruise night lot. It's a safe bet to say owner Tommy Denic of Roselle never has that worry with his number's matching, 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread12.html Wed, 19 May 2010 07:30:00 GMT (ARA) - Shiny wheels. Flashy paint. Tricked out trim. There's nothing like the look of a brand new car. But in this economy, not many people have the money to rationalize buying a new car when their current ride only has a few cosmetic issues. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread11.html Tue, 30 Apr 2010 07:30:00 GMT Just finished placing hundreds of classic cars for sale in Australia on our website, click on the link below to view it, we have Jaguar, MGs, Porsche, Rover and much more. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/carsales.html Tue, 22 Apr 2010 03:30:00 GMT The German city of Essen will host the exhibition of classic automobiles, the Techno Classica starts on the 7th and does to the 12th of April. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread9.html Tue, 21 Apr 2010 12:30:00 GMT Specialist modify electronic circuits of a 1969 Pontiac to be controlled by your iPod touch, check out the video. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread9.html Tue, 06 Apr 2010 12:30:00 GMT Ferrari, Porsche and Mercedes are among the trademarks honored. Exhibition: The Fascination Of The Car runs until June. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread8.html Fri, 04 Apr 2010 16:30:00 GMT One of the many "lucky discovery" scenarios that folks from time to time fantasize about involves taking possession of a dwelling and turning up something of great value left behind by a previous resident perhaps a forgotten stash of currency, discarded coins that were once common but are now worth a pretty penny to collectors, jewellery hidden away and never retrieved, etc. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread6.html Thu, 03 Apr 2010 21:30:00 GMT Sydney newest hip funky wedding car company. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread7.html Thu, 03 Apr 2010 21:15:00 GMT The Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs (FBHVC) and they have published research documents for the classic and historic market in both UK and Europe. These are worth a read as they detail the size of the industry, the value to the economy and the minute amount of mileages covered and therefore pollution caused. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread1.html Thu, 03 Apr 2010 20:30:00 GMT January is just a short few weeks away, and along with the Detroit Auto Show, that means classic car auctions to us automotive types. The televised circus of Barrett-Jackson and the more reserved auction houses of Russo and Steele and RM will be hoping to empty the pockets of those automotive aficionados who still have money left to burn after more than a year of tough economic times. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread5.html Thu, 02 Apr 2010 10:25:00 GMT A $700,000 Italian sports car that originally was brought into the United States in 2001 for maintenance was seized today in Orange County as part of a federal investigation into violations of environmental and transportation safety regulations. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread4.html Thu, 02 Apr 2010 10:25:00 GMT Whether it's the car you've waited years to own or the car that's been in your family for years, long distance transport can be an daunting an emotional experience. By following our vehicle shipping tips, you could save you money and improve your peace of mind. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread.html Thu, 25 Mar 2010 18:37:00 GMT Mecum Auctions held a collector car auction last Friday and Saturday, December 4 and 5, at Bartle Hall in Kansas City. It was one of the most impressive events of its kind in this area in Many years. Great cars, big crowds, and big money was the order of the day. http://www.mrgweb.com.au/page/articlesread3.html Tue, 01 Dec 2009 21:00:00 GMT