All articles tagged with #rare cars
The article highlights some of the rarest Ford vehicles, including the Ford Fairlane 500 R-Code, a powerful muscle car from the '60s; the experimental V10 Mustang from 2004; the McLaren-enhanced Mustang M81 from the '80s; the rally-inspired Escort RS1700T; and the limited-edition GTX1 Roadster based on the Ford GT, emphasizing their unique features and rarity.
The article evaluates a 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 with 24,000 miles and a recent engine rebuild, priced at $59,500, considering its rarity and condition to determine if it's a good deal. It highlights the car's unique V8 engine, long production run, and nostalgic design features, ultimately asking readers whether the price is justified or too high.
A rare 1967 Corvette Sting Ray equipped with the iconic L88 engine is set to be auctioned at the Mecum Auctions sale in Kissimmee, Florida. Only 20 examples of the 1967 coupe with the L88 engine were made, and this particular car is the only one delivered in Rally Red with a red interior. The L88 engine, designed for racing, produces around 560 hp and features unique modifications. Restored in the 1990s, the Corvette has earned multiple awards and comes with its tank sticker, a valuable piece of documentation. It is expected to fetch over $3 million at the auction.
Bonhams will be auctioning a 1993 Porsche 964 RSR, a near one-off example of the ultimate iteration of the Porsche 911, with only 6.2 miles on the odometer. This particular model is one of two Strassenversion (Street Version) RSRs built by Porsche Motorsport, making it nearly unique. It retains its original Cosmoline protective coating and has not been driven in nearly 30 years. The Porsche is estimated to fetch up to $2.5 million at the Bonhams Abu Dhabi sale on November 25.
A rare 1970 Plymouth Superbird Hemi, a NASCAR homologation special, has been discovered in a heavy-machine repair shop where it has been stored in the rafters for years. The owner purchased the car in the 1980s but stopped driving it due to life circumstances. The Superbird, featuring a 426-cubic-inch Hemi V8, is awaiting restoration. The owner is currently working on another Superbird and also has a Hemi-powered Dodge Dart and a Plymouth AAR 'Cuda in his garage.
While it's always fun to see cars in motion, sometimes the only way to see rare or expensive vehicles is by visiting an automotive museum. The author's personal favorite is the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC, which also houses an actual space shuttle. Readers are invited to share their favorite automotive museums in the comments.
A collection of 230 classic cars, amassed over 40 years by Dutch collector Ad Palmen, will be auctioned off by Gallery Aaldering in an online sale starting May 19. The collection includes rare cars from marques around the world, including Alfa Romeo, Lancia, Maserati, Ferrari, Facel Vega, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar, Aston Martin, Rolls-Royce, Chevrolet, Cadillac, and Ford. The cars are presented in unrestored, original condition and are expected to fetch millions at auction. The online auction will wrap up on June 7.