Apr 16, 2019 | Uncategorized
My legend, hero, and friend Mario Andretti is the living definition of Been There, Won That. Thought you might enjoy this news about one of motorsport’s greatest treasures…MS Petersen Executive Director, Terry L. Karges, Mario Andretti, Museum Founding...
Apr 8, 2019 | Uncategorized
Car model names have always fascinated me, but lately more and more tend to confound me. I’m not picking on only one or two carmakers here, but one particular example from Mercedes-Benz, left, and leaves me, conceptually challenged. Of course, any company who...
Mar 28, 2019 | Uncategorized
Just cluing you in about a great concours coming up this weekend. It’s the Benedict Castle Concours in Riverside, California on Sunday March 31,2019. This event has a lot going for it; not to mention approximately 300 great cars to see. The property,...
Mar 25, 2019 | Uncategorized
Here’s a car magazine comparison test I bet you’d have never dreamed of: BMW M3 vs. KIA Stinger GT vs. Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG By now you’re screaming “major typo!” because how would a KIA earn the right to take on the two German...
Mar 18, 2019 | Uncategorized
Gang…This small but mighty collection of The First, The Fastest and The Famous belongs to my friend and mega enthusiast/collector Bruce Meyer, and is worth a special trip just to see. Bruce has over time, carefully curated this gathering of winners, firsts, and...
Mar 13, 2019 | Uncategorized
Gang — it was once again my honor to serve as a judge at the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance in Amelia Island, Florida, and to again contribute an article to official show program. This year’s motorsports honoree was the King of Le Mans, and...
Mar 4, 2019 | Uncategorized
I somewhat knew what to expect from this outstanding mid-sized sedan for several reasons: the first being that we have an Optima in the family fleet, and it’s been nothing but excellent, although my tester here is one generational update newer, and also the top...
Feb 24, 2019 | Uncategorized
I love Cars’N’Coffee events, and have made it a point to visit them anywhere in the world I happen to go. And I’m pleased and proud to announce a new one, launching May 4/19 in the Medford area of Southern Oregon. It’s the brainchild of my...
Feb 20, 2019 | Uncategorized
It still somewhat surprises me that sedans about the same size and general packaging as this handsome Hyundai used to be the best selling cars in America: Taurus, Fusion, Optima, Altima, Malibu, and of course the many-years top seller — Toyota’s seemingly...
Feb 13, 2019 | Uncategorized
I’m pleased to announce my association with the La Jolla Concours d’Elegance, taking place this April 12-14, 2019, where I will serve as the event’s Master of Ceremonies for the Concours awards program, and at various related events occurring...
Feb 7, 2019 | Uncategorized
Hyundai calls is catchily named Kona “The Small Crossover with a Big Personality”– And it’s true. Explore this funky, handsome, downright fun little vehicle on Hyundai’s official website, and you’ll see most of the discussion is...
Jan 31, 2019 | Uncategorized
Gang…as you may have noticed from past event coverage, I’m a big supporter of the Boys Republic School, and the becoming world famous Friends of Steve McQueen Car and Motorcycle Show coming up again this June 1, 2019. Its all in support of a great charity,...
Jan 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
I was around when the Sportage was first launched into the marketplace as a somewhat cheap’n ‘heerful cute ute. I’ll never forget KIA PR guy Geno Effler trying to educate us media members on how to pronounce the name of it, as most everyone wanted...
Jan 15, 2019 | Uncategorized
There is no question in my mind that electrification will play a huge role in the future of transportation. Am I suggesting that every vehicle on the road should be a pure EV? Absolutely not. Should all those fuel burning Ferrari Daytonas and Shelby Cobras be banned...
Jan 6, 2019 | Uncategorized
Parkinson’s Disease is a tragic affliction that impacts the lives of millions of people, not only the first person sufferers but also the friends and family around them. Here’s information on some great automotive related support movements happening in...
Jan 2, 2019 | Uncategorized
Guest Blog: words and photos by Kirk Gerbracht Double click on any photo to see it high res full screen The British Car Club of Southern Oregon held its (not quite) All British car show on October 20, 2018 in Rogue River, Oregon. Since the Club is rather low-key, we...
Dec 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Mazda has always done the “sportwagen” thing well and to an enthusiastic degree. We first saw signs of it in the sporty and damn fun to drive Protege5 of a couple vehicle generations back; that car has since grown into today’s Mazda3 lineup of...
Dec 20, 2018 | Uncategorized
Some news from Shelby American and the Petersen Automotive Museum that I thought you might be interested in …MS and thanks to Kirk Gerbracht for the photos… Who: You’re invited to attend a two-day tribute and cruise-in held in honor of Carroll...
Dec 11, 2018 | Uncategorized
In case you hadn’t heard, an all-electric powered purpose build race car now holds the all out record at the famous Pikes Peak Hill Climb. This is no mean feat, as Pikes Peak is among the very toughest and most historic hillclimb events in the world. In the...
Dec 7, 2018 | Uncategorized
Kia’s fun and affordable sedan has been thoroughly freshened and updated for MY 2019. I’ve always liked the Forte, creatively named (remember, the 2-door version is named Koup), and offering good quality and solid transportation value for money. With...
Dec 3, 2018 | Uncategorized
Guest Blog words and photos by Kirk Gerbracht; doubleclick on any photo to see it full screen Just blocks away from downtown Jacksonville, Oregon with its 100-plus buildings on the National Registry of Historic Landmarks, its three-month long Peter Britt music...
Nov 28, 2018 | Uncategorized
I’ve seen this new exhibit, and it’s fabulous. Small but mighty, it reminds us how many great racing cars (and drivers) called Southern California home. Here’s the Museum’s news release about the opening. And you can doubleclick on any imaged...
Nov 12, 2018 | Uncategorized
Dear Friends, Just letting you know that this section of MSC.com is on hiatus until after Thanksgiving. I’m taking some time to run down a bunch of new material for us, and driving several new cars that I’ll be reporting on. And finishing up some other...
Nov 8, 2018 | Uncategorized
The simple fact is that the Art Center Car Classic has become one of the world’s greatest car shows. Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, has a world class transportation design program, and has trained many of the world’s best and most...
Nov 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
It’s hard to believe that as recently as 1999-2000, Volvo wasn’t completely sure that it could survive without being sucked up by Renault, nor did it fully believe that it needed a line of SUVs to survive and prosper. In the modern eras, its really Subaru...
Oct 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
This is a don’t miss exhibit at the Petersen; Japanese classic, collector, tuner, and vintage race cars are finally earning the regard they so much deserve. You won’t find a better collection anywhere…so come to LA and check it out…MS Placed...
Oct 18, 2018 | Uncategorized
Some news from the folks at Shelby American that I thought you might enjoy…MS The Original Venice Crew (OVC), which builds the official continuation 1965 Ford Shelby G.T.350 Competition Model, will offer only two of the Bondurant edition models of the classic...
Oct 8, 2018 | Uncategorized
Gas/Electric Hybrid. Natural gas. LPG. Pure Electric. Hydrogen. BioDiesel. Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV). Conversion to run on vegetable oil. Every carmaker in the world is trying to figure out the best and ultimate “alternative energy” powertrain scenario that’ll be...
Oct 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
I have visited the Petersen Automotive Museum’s newest gallery exhibit, and it is an eye opening view into the worlds of custom and pop culture. It’s small but mighty, staged in one of the Petersen’s smaller gallery halls but packed to the gills...
Sep 26, 2018 | Uncategorized
Down the Road Len Frank; Automotive Journalist, Radio Show Host July 04, 1996|PAUL DEAN | TIMES STAFF WRITER Len Frank, respected automotive journalist, magazine editor and veteran co-host of “The Car Show” on radio KPFK-FM, the nation’s first...
Sep 17, 2018 | Uncategorized
Words and photos By Kirk Gerbracht Doubleclick on any photo to see it in high res full screen. Club car shows, along with bracket drag racing and Saturday night cruising, are the backbones and epicenters of the automotive hobby. You know what we mean; a local car club...
Sep 11, 2018 | Uncategorized
Remember, you can double-click on any photo to blow it up full screen. Thanks… Yes, Brits in the Ozarks is really A Thing. In fact, it’s a great thing. Believe it or not, automotive enthusiasm in Arkansas, and many of its surrounding states, extends well...
Sep 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
I’m pleased to announce the publication of my new book, HOT ROD Empire. By me, with Gigi Carleton, and Foreword by Ed Iskenderian. This new project is very exciting, and I believe provides a long overdue look into the epic lives and times of Margie and Robert...
Aug 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
I couldn’t be happier for my friend David Sydorick, taking his first Best of Show win at Pebble Beach with this most deserving and completely fabulous Alfa 8C. Here’s Pebble Beach’s own press release about the occassion. And trust me, it...
Aug 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
The car that I’m most commonly identified with is my screaming yellow ’72 deTomaso Pantera, just above. It was a marvelous car, I bought it from by high school band director, kept if for 17 years and drove it 100,000 miles. I loved it and I miss it to this...
Aug 17, 2018 | Uncategorized
Some news from the folks at Shelby American I thought you might enjoy – MS Iconic Shelby GT returns to the Shelby American lineup with public introduction inside Ford Motor Company’s “Mustang Alley” during Woodward Dream Cruise Fastback, convertible, manual and...
Aug 7, 2018 | Uncategorized
Remember youcan double-click any photo to see it full screen. The Stelvio is a looker from any angle, with more than adequate passenger and cargo room in back for most needs. Others are bigger, but this is a smart size that will work for most drivers and it keeps...
Aug 2, 2018 | Uncategorized
Some compelling news and cars from the folks at the Pebble Beach folks I thought you might enjoy…MS The 1950s in America were a time of unapologetic optimism, excess, and seemingly unlimited prosperity. This mindset was mirrored in everything and anything—but...
Jul 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
When the Elantra GT Sport M/T hit my driveway, I immediately thought of the VW GTI as a potential competitor; its just what my roadtester’s mind does when evaluating any new vehicle — “What would this compete against?” A humble Hyundai up...
Jul 20, 2018 | Uncategorized
You know I’m a sucker for a great cars n coffee event. I’ve traveled all over the country to attend them, and my friend Jeff is on every email blast list possible to notify him of any coming up on the calendar. So we decided to hit this one scheduled for a...
Jul 9, 2018 | Uncategorized
Wife Linda and I were stumbling through Cologne, Germany recently, and happened upon a classic car rally that was launching from a square right near out hotel, and taking off to parts unknown. It wasn’t a specific marque or club, very much a mixed back of...
Jun 26, 2018 | Uncategorized
Dear visitors, Just letting you know that I’m wrestling a major book deadline to the ground, so I’m giving the site a brief vacation, plus gathering up lots of new stuff to share with you. Hope your summer is off to a great start, and I’ll be back in...
Jun 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
As you know, one of my daughters, Mo, identifies herself as a citizen of the world; born and raised around LA, she’s additionally lived in San Francisco, Turkey, and now in Kanazawa, Japan where she works as an English teacher and travel writer. And also travels...
Jun 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
This show is a great, fun, run what you brung ride on the no stress express. No judging, no trophies, no hassle. It’s held at an attractive, historic park in the Hollywood Hills, and anything goes from mild to wild, from rat rods and bikes to Citroens and old...
May 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
This year’s Steve McQueen Car and bike show is going to be off the chain. The Thursday night screening of Bullitt is sold out, as is the Friday night pre show dinner. And registration for entering the show is also closed, which means there will be more than 500...
May 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
Otis Victor Edelbrock Jr. passed away June 9, 2017, at the age of 80. That name most likely rings bells as one of the world’s premier performance products company. Edelbrock’s original products were intake manifolds, and high performance heads for Flathead Ford...
May 18, 2018 | Uncategorized
SHELBY AMERICAN TO OFFER LIMITED NUMBER OF NEW FORD-POWERED SERIES 2 EXOTIC SPORTS CARS • Only 4 total hand-built sports cars will be built annually for enthusiasts worldwide • The Shelby Series 2 is a major evolution of the famed 1999 sports car • Series 2 is...
May 11, 2018 | Uncategorized
It is my considered honor and privilege to be deeply involved with the Friends of Steve McQueen Car & Motorcycle Show weekend, held each June at the Boys Republic School in Chino Hills, California (www.stevemcqueencarshow.com, and www.boysrepublic.com). This...
Apr 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
If you have old cars (bikes, boats, planes, trucks, whatever), you likely have (or should have) what everyone used to call “trickle chargers” those little plug-in devices that keep your car batteries topped up and hopefully ready to fire at the first twist...
Apr 20, 2018 | Uncategorized
Porsche AG, Porsche Cars North America, and the Petersen Automotive Museum celebrate the marque’s 70th Anniversary in fine style with an elegant, historic exhibit on show for all of 2018 Words and photos by me Enzo Ferrari and Ferdinand Porsche were in countless ways...
Apr 9, 2018 | Uncategorized
You may recall I attended, judged and co-emceed the 21 Gun Salute Concours in 2017, and thoroughly enjoyed the ride. the country, the food, the cars, and the people. For a variety of reasons which don’t matter here, I was unable to return for the 2018 version...
Mar 31, 2018 | Uncategorized
Among the many brilliant product moves Toyota has made over the years, one of the smartest and most intuitive is that the Prius model (and subsiquent lineup) has always said “Hybrid.” It’s no accident that you can’t buy a Prius that isn’t...
Mar 26, 2018 | Uncategorized
I continue to be amazed at what people do to, with, and often, inside of cars. Therefore I recently had a good chuckle at the gas station watching this hapless woman wash her car, from top to bottom and stem to stern, with a windshield squeegee. We’ve all seen...
Mar 22, 2018 | Uncategorized
If you’ve visited this blog for any amount of time, you know that I have a fetish for car detailing supplies. I love to rub on my cars, and make it my purpose to test out and try a variety of detailing products up and down the price and quality scale. By now...
Mar 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
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Mar 14, 2018 | Uncategorized
The 23rd Annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance is in the books, and it was also one for the books. Now in its third decade, the Amelia Island Concours d’elegance has taken its place among the world’s greatest automotive events. Amelia is a stratospherically great...
Mar 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
Many collectors, dealers, and enthusiasts watch classic and collector car auction results like the proverbial hawk, believing that they truly represent real time pricing in the marketplace; noting every high and low, and tracking the trends and curves in an effort to...
Feb 22, 2018 | Uncategorized
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Feb 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
It is with considerable yet humble pride I share this information with you….MS photo courtesy MPG Annual Motor Press Guild Awards Presented At the Petersen Automotive Museum In Los Angeles February 13, 2018 — Author Matt Stone took top honors in the Book...
Feb 14, 2018 | Uncategorized
Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving, is celebrating its official 50th Anniversary today. After the horrific crash where Bob’s McLaren steering arm broke on Turn 4 at Watkins Glen in 1967 that ended his illustrious racing career, Bob Bondurant chased his...
Feb 12, 2018 | Uncategorized
photos by Kirk Gerbracht; double click on any photo to see full screen Carroll Hall Shelby was born January 11, 1923, and passed away May 10, 2012, meaning that were he still alive today, he’d have recently turned 95. Los Angeles’ world famous Petersen Automotive...
Feb 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
Only the largest, grandest and most historic factory property would do for Preston Tucker’s Car of Tomorrow Photos courtesy of The Petersen Automotive Museum and Fiat Chrysler Archive Everyone has (at least one) opinion about Preston Tucker and his near mythical...
Jan 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
As you may or may not know, my daughter Mo lives and works in Japan, after doing the same in Turkey for about eight months, more than a year ago now. Anyway, she’s picked up my habit of always being on the lookout for cool/strange/weird/wonderful car sightings...
Jan 24, 2018 | Uncategorized
Car people tend to love fine, (particularly) mechanical timepieces. And watch enthusiasts equally seem to appreciate cars. Its just A Thing: Cars and fine watches go hand in hand. It makes sense; watches, like cars have engines. And watches, like cars are about...
Jan 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
I went to this show last year, and its absolutely the kernal of something very good, and could grow into a real thing. Think of it as LA’s version of Retromobile indoor classic car show and event. — MS Iconic automotive celebrities to headline the largest...
Jan 11, 2018 | Uncategorized
Some news from the folks at Shelby American I thought you might be interested in – MS. * The Carroll Shelby Foundation will auction the 2008 Ford Shelby GT convertible prototype at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale to raise money that helps kids in the race for life *...
Jan 8, 2018 | Uncategorized
January 4, 2018 — A little more than fifty years after Carroll Shelby and his merry band of designers, fabricators, racers, and hot rodders built the original racing versions of the ’65 Shelby GT350 Mustang, a small nucleus of that group is putting the band back...
Jan 3, 2018 | Uncategorized
I apologize this site has suffered from such a lack of attention lately, but many WordPress blogs were recently hacked and messed up, mine included, which is why you haven’t seen any fresh material lately, and why some of my recent posts are missing photos. But...
Dec 19, 2017 | Uncategorized
The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance and the whole of the collector car community is mourning the loss of one of its guiding lights. Jules Heumann, who led this Concours for decades, passed away Saturday at the age of 93. Jules—known more simply as “J.” to his...
Dec 14, 2017 | Uncategorized
All of us love a good barnfind. I’ve written a book about the subject, here… And it’s amazing to me how many of them I spot in driveways, hiding in mostly plain sight. And of course being the car fool that I am, I photograph them if I can do...
Dec 8, 2017 | Uncategorized
The Art Center Classic has become one of the world’s most significant car shows. I know this notion sounds a major leap of faith, but please trust me when I say this, as I’ve been to most of them: Pebble Beach Amelia Island, Villa d’Este, and you...
Dec 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
Here’s some information from the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance I thought you might enjoy… The 200 mph, 1000-horsepower GTP — Grand Touring Prototype — racers from the 1981 through the 1993 IMSA Championship seasons will star at the...
Nov 27, 2017 | Uncategorized
If you plan to be anywhere near Danville, California this Saturday, please come to the Blackhawk Museum, meet me and join me for a slide show and book signing. You’ll have the chance to see an absolutely world class car museum in a gorgeous location, meet some...
Nov 20, 2017 | Uncategorized
I’ve been on an alt energy kick lately, working to get into every hybrid, BHEV or pure electric vehicle I can test. These technologies are advancing, becoming more prevalent, and affordable. And gas isn’t. So the need for a quick 500 mile trip to Vegas...
Nov 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
The car I’m most identified with is my chrome yellow gold ’72 DeTomaso Pantera. I loved that car, and miss it a lot. Selling it was likely a mistake, but made sense at the time, although I can’t afford to repurchase it or a similar one now. But I’m pleased these cars...
Nov 9, 2017 | Uncategorized
Hyundai and Kia are going big on hybrids and EVs, you will see many more such products rolling out from them in the next few years. So I’ve made it my mission to drive and evaluate all of the current ones to get an idea about where the companies stand on them at...
Nov 6, 2017 | Uncategorized
When I was a kid and before I could get a driver’s license, I was really into minibikes and motorcycles. My neighbor across the street, Scotty, had a little tube frame minibike with a 3.5 horsepower Tecumseh lawn mower engine it it, and I, at the time, never...
Oct 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
As you know while out and about in faraway places, I enjoy snapping the cool, fabulous, and often strange cars I see while on the road, and I like to share them with you. Hope you appreciate and/or share some of my eclectic...
Oct 20, 2017 | Uncategorized
I do not currently own a Jaguar, although I’ve had three of them over time — two mid-60s sedans plus a Series I E-Type. I generally love them and would own another. So it wasn’t much of a stretch when my posse mate Jeff asked me to join him and his...
Oct 16, 2017 | Uncategorized
photos by Kirk Gerbracht, Me, and courtesy Galpin Auto Group. All photos are posted in hi res, so double click on any one to see full screen. Thanks — enjoy. You know Galpin Ford. The World’s #1 selling Ford dealer in the world for decades. A family owned and...
Oct 10, 2017 | Uncategorized
I’ve often wondered why there aren’t more Hybrid SUVs and crossovers out there. KIA has come to the rescue with a handy, attractive little guy called Niro. It’s purely a crossover, with no low range 4WD in the mix for rock hopping or hill...
Oct 5, 2017 | Uncategorized
“Emerson was the first of a new breed of racers,” said Bill Warner, founder and Chairman of the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance. “Born after the war his path from karts to the World Championship and Indy’s Victory Lane has become the...
Oct 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
My old pal and former Petersen Publishing teammate Joe Sebergandio has been into vintage minibikes since before anyone cared. And the movement has become quite A Thing. Joe puts on a not so small anymore “car show” for these little bikes, which is a blast....
Sep 25, 2017 | Uncategorized
I’m no sage when it comes to investments or trends, but have been saying and writing for some years now that certain Japanese cars, from a classic and collector car standpoint, would become A Thing. And they certainly have. Here in Southern California...
Sep 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
Hyundai has announced that before too very long, it plans that 40% of its new car fleet will be pure EV. That’s a lot, and the investment required to get there is monumental. Hyundai and sister brand KIA have been nibbling at the edges of electrification for...
Sep 18, 2017 | Uncategorized
I’m pleased to be invited back to the fabulous Blackhawk Collection Museum in Danville, California, December 2, 2017 to present a brief talk, slide show, and book signing. If you’ve never visited this elegant place, it’s an absolute...
Sep 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
Some interesting news from the folks at Shelby American I thought you might enjoy….MS Shelby Raptor is based on the latest generation Ford F-150 Raptor Truck Shelby adds 75 horsepower and 100 foot pound of torque, as well as a host of handling and styling...
Sep 2, 2017 | Uncategorized
while I’m out there gathering up a ton of new material. I’ve driven some new cars I’ll report on, been to a ton of events, and have other news to discuss. So just giving it a rest in the mean time. Lots to talk about — catch up with you...
Aug 28, 2017 | Uncategorized
Monterey Car Week 2017 is now in the books, and it was pretty memorable for a lot of reasons. I need to recheck the math, but this was something like my 30th car week. It used to be called “The Weekend” but some years ago, it became “The...
Aug 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
I recently shared with you my story and photos from travelling to New Delhi India for the 21 Gun Salute concours show and motoring festival. And I mentioned that this event would soon be switching to an every other year format — but not yet. So there will in...
Aug 16, 2017 | Uncategorized
Here’s a news release from Shelby American I thought you might enjoy. Imagine a ’65 GT350 with IRS. Mustangs don’t get much hotter, or cooler than this. Enjoy….MS LOS ANGELES – August 15, 2017 – The group who built the first series of Shelby...
Aug 10, 2017 | Uncategorized
Automotive history is deep and rich in India Photos by me, Linda Stone, and courtesy 21 Gun Salute International Vintage Car Rally & Concours Heritage Trust It all happened quickly and simply: I was in Monterey last August for Car Week when I met a tall, handsome,...
Aug 7, 2017 | Uncategorized
Photography by Kirk Gerbracht J Mays, a now-retired vice president of global design for Ford, once told us that “nobody has ever done more for the Mustang’s legacy or development, than Carroll Shelby and Steve McQueen.” Carroll’s impact needs no further introduction...
Aug 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
I’m an automotive design junkie. Of course there’s more to cars than just looks, but styling and design are what sets forth a car’s persona. I’ts what makes them fabulous, beautiful, elegant, sexy, proportioned, pretty, muscular — or...
Jul 27, 2017 | Uncategorized
Hagerty Collector Car Insurance hosts a unique spin in the UK on its completely charming Concours d’Le Mons that we so enjoy here in America during Monterey Car Week. I thought you would enjoy these charming photos and news release about it from Hagerty....
Jul 21, 2017 | Uncategorized
If you’re visiting this site, you likely know who Chip Foose is. His build a car in a week television show, Overhaulin, is a staple on automotive TV, at the moment with a healthy reruns schedule on the Velocity network. He also has a serious hot rod and custom...
Jul 17, 2017 | Uncategorized
You may recall that Chrysler “invented” or at least defined the modern minivan with its original K-Car platform front-drive derived Dodge, Chrysler, and Plymouth minivans that came to market in 1984. These vans were well packaged, affordable, people...
Jul 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
Some News I thought you might enjoy from my friends Donald Osborne, Michael Furman, and the folks at The Blackhawk Museum. The museum is a must if you’ve never been, and the book is fabulous…MS Offers a Rare Opportunity to Witness the Jet-age Cars that...
Jul 10, 2017 | Uncategorized
You may or may not have ever heard of Montrose, California. It’s our version of “Mayberry, RFD” and embodies a crazy-charming old school shopping village. The Montrose Village is about three blocks long, meanders slightly, and is packed full of...
Jul 7, 2017 | Uncategorized
Photo courtesy Indianpolis Motor Speedway and Amelia Island Concours d’elegance News from the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Emerson Fittipaldi, double Formula 1 World Champion and two-time Indy 500 winner, will be the honoree for the 23rd annual Amelia...
