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Tammy "The Wrench"

Fri Nov 29 2013 19:32:03 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

How do you even get into that thing?

Tammy "The Wrench"

Fri Nov 29 2013 19:34:53 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Love the iron work on this "bug."

Tammy "The Wrench"

Tue Oct 22 2013 20:43:25 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Chris Harris has a horrible time going to get some bread in a Ferrari 512 TR.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Tue Oct 22 2013 20:47:01 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

If you want to be inconspicuous, you certainly would not want to be driving this very rare 1971 De Tomaso Pantera with flared fenders and the whales-tail! It is one awesome looking piece of automotive art. This is a very very early production car, number 77 off the assembly line, with a super powerful 351 Cleveland Ford V8 engine, a ZF 5 speed transmission / trans-axle, with Power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes and rack and pinion steering, and factory air!!! These early cars are known as push button cars because of the push button exterior door handles. It was updated to look more like the GTS Panteras with the aggressive flairs and distinctive whales tail spoiler on the rear. The engine was completely built to Pantera standards or better. This Beautiful car was restored back in the late 80's after it was a stolen recovery. It still looks as awesome as it did the day it was restored!! Unlike the 71 Pantera Elvis owned, this one does not have bullet holes in the dash!!! She's sporting an aggressive set of Perilli's with Super-wides on the rear. You certainly do not have to worry about meeting yourself at a traffic light in this sporty beast. Popular Mechanics did an amazing car test for their March 1981 issue that they called the "Million Dollar Car Test". They collected one of every super car of the era and put them through a grueling test with famous drivers like Sterling Moss and Phil Hill. And after all the dust settled the winner was ....... the bad boy of the group the de Tomaso Pantera. Even more interesting, the Pantera used was one of the 1981 models that was not very fast compared to the earlier production models! It comes with current Georgia Registration. GA is a non title state on older vehicles.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Fri Oct 11 2013 15:37:49 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

How to exit the freeway like a BOSS!

Tammy "The Wrench"

Fri Oct 11 2013 15:39:13 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

1954 Bubbletop Corvette. Don't see too many of these things around.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Mon Sep 30 2013 14:55:34 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Mechanical engineer Norman E. Timbs created this dramatic streamliner in the 1940s which in many ways was the ultimate American hot rod. He designed and fabricated much of the project himself which included a custom aluminum body and steel chassis. It took him over two years to finish and the resulting chic roadster was good enough for cover of Motor Trend as well as features in Mechanix Illustrated, Popular Mechanics and Motor Life.

Leading up to this design, Mr. Timbs had worked as an Indy 500 designer on cars such as the Blue Crown Specials which won Indy several times. Mr. Timbs was no doubt influenced by the 1937 Auto Union Typ C Stromlinie and 1937 Mercedes-Benz W25 Avus Stromlinie which ran the 1937 Avus GP. His sensational shape was a very close approximation to these cars which ran the fastest GP race of all time nearing speeds of 248.40 mph (400 kph).

The body was nod to the German GP cars which at the time mimicked aeronautical practice. Norm's design was free of the over indulgences such as huge chrome bumpers and large tail fins that eventually dominated American design. The streamliner's chic elegance was a rarity in America, even if was outdated by post-war standards.

Today, the cars's smooth shape is still as pleasing to the eye as it was in 1948. The boy is is long and low with a complete underbelly panel. With the engine occupying the rear of the chassis, the cockpit is pushed forward much like the Auto Union Typ D. In keeping with the aerofoil shape, no doors are cut out of the body. A large one-piece rear panel opens hydraulically to reveal the entire rear end of the chassis.

The car was based around a 1947 Buick “Super 8” engine which powered the 2200 lb car to 120 mph. The main chassis was built up from five-inch steel tubes which kicked up over the rear axle. To offer a smooth ride, a modified 1947 Ford suspension was utilized.

Road & Track reported that it took Mr Timbs 2 1/2 years to create the car at a cost of $10,000 USD. The body was created entirely in aluminum by Emil Diedt for $8,000 alone. The shape was formed by hand over a traditional wooden buck.

At first the Streamliner was only used on the show circuit until Jim Davis of California bought it in 1952. He used it in and around Manhattan Beach, California and let Motor Life photograph it for a feature article.

The car was discovered in the desert pretty much intact in 2002. It was bought at auction and restored by Dave Crouse at Custom Auto, Inc. in Loveland, Colorado for owners Gary & Diane Cerveny of Malibu, California. After its “complete and exacting” restoration, it debuted at the 2010 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance in a class reserved for Motor Trend Cover Cars.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Mon Sep 30 2013 14:58:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Quack quack! Love those duckbill spoilers.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Mon Sep 30 2013 15:00:59 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Good lord, this must be most of them!

Tammy "The Wrench"

Mon Sep 30 2013 15:22:23 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Citroen or Peugeot 1950s snow scene.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Thu Sep 05 2013 21:46:32 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

1968 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona Taken at the Historic Grand Prix at Zandvoort.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Thu Sep 05 2013 21:51:54 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

They don't put tires like that on cars that DON'T go fast.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Thu Sep 05 2013 21:57:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Dramatically lit vintage racers. I'll take the Shelby coupe in the center.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Thu Mar 28 2013 03:18:36 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Tiff Needell drives the replica Superformance GT40 in South Africa. It sounds glorious.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Thu Mar 28 2013 03:32:56 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

You don't see too many of these come up for sale!

This 1994 Jaguar XJ Series XJ220 Coupe features a V6 cyl Gasoline engine. It is equipped with a 5 Speed Manual transmission. The vehicle is Silver with a Gray interior. It is offered As-Is, not covered by a warranty. - Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Power Mirrors, Clock, Tachometer, AM-FM, CD Player, Anti-Theft

Tammy "The Wrench"

Thu Mar 28 2013 12:57:35 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

1970 Plymouth Superbird - $524,995

This 1970 Road Runner is one of the classic 1970 muscle cars. It was restored in 2009 and is fully documented. This Plymouth Super Bird has less than 11,000 original miles on the odometer and is certified by Galen Govier. It is one of only a handful of Ray Nichels, of the NASCAR Mechanics Hall of Fame, cars left in existence. Over 4000 hours of research and restoration were completed in order to expertly finish the car. Every last piece of documentation was discovered in order to insure it was properly restored, exactly like it was built by the factory. The equipment includes a 440 C.I. Super Commando 4 bbl engine, an A833 four speed transmission, and a 3:55 Sure Grip posi differential. The 1970 Road Runner also features a NASCAR roll cage with a 3 point shoulder harnesses, power steering, 4 wheel power disc brakes, an extra oil pressure gauge, console and AM radio. This car was originally painted Alpine White, but was repainted to match exactly Ray Nichels Ice Blue Poly. The chassis is the correct factory paint with matching undercoating. All the items used during restoration were either NOS or refurbished original parts. This highly documented Super Bird comes with all the supporting information as well as detailed service records. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of history!

Tammy "The Wrench"

Wed Mar 20 2013 14:42:20 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Some slick rides meeting at the Swedish Power Hot Rod Reunion 2012.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Sun Feb 24 2013 14:28:47 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Another great shot by Bratsforbreakfast Racing Photos, capturing Brian Kennedy creating some excitement in his 1966 Shelby. RT Restorations.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Sun Feb 17 2013 23:50:53 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Baldwin-Motion seems to have come out on top when it comes to name recognition among armchair muscle car fans, but they weren’t the only dealership/speed shop cranking out supercar Camaros in the ’60s. As this ad shows, Nickey Chevrolet in Chicago would set you up with a 427 ’69 Camaro for the paltry sum of $4,359.95 that’s “ready to run in the elevens”. Nickey’s website has a page containing various advertisements from the ’60s including this one for a 427 ’67 Camaro for a sticker price of $3,891.35 which, when adjusted for inflation, would put it at $26,321.60 today.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Fri Feb 01 2013 23:35:45 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

I dig the rat rod look of this bad bike.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Fri Feb 01 2013 23:43:24 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

1966-1967 Ferrari 330 P3 is one Of The Most Beautiful Race Cars In The World.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Mon Jan 28 2013 23:44:32 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

1969 Mustang Mach 1. This is as bad as it gets.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Thu Jan 24 2013 15:17:31 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Hot lady on the back of a Mustang. What's not to like about that?

Tammy "The Wrench"

Thu Jan 24 2013 15:23:17 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

1953 Allard JR 'Le Mans' Roadster sold at auction this year for $605,000!

Tammy "The Wrench"

Thu Jan 24 2013 15:36:59 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Some lucky dude's Porsche 356 collection. I'll take the convertible.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Thu Jan 24 2013 15:47:10 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

"Magnatude," the name given to Jerry Magnuson's Muroc roadster, won the Goodguys' Street Rod D'Elegance award. Designed by Chip Foose and topped with an intercooled MagnaCharger (the company Magnuson owns), the roadster is powered by an LS1 and features a body fabricated by Marcel De Ley, Kugel IFS and IRS suspension, hidden headlights in the fenders, Jim Griffin upholstery, and a 17x7 and 20x10 Foose wheel combination.

Tammy "The Wrench"

Thu Jan 24 2013 15:57:01 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

You don't see many old school rides matte black these days, but this '68 GTO just looks mean!

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