From Hemmings Motor News: Experienced and novice hillclimbers will be pitting their vintage sports cars against the laws of gravity once more in Hershey, Pennsylvania, over the weekend of May 3 and 4. The event is the Hershey Hillclimb, and organizers have relaxed the rules this year in order to encourage more enthusiasts to take part in this vintage exhibition. This year's featured marque will be the Chevrolet … [Read more...]
1979 French Grand Prix – Race Video
The 1979 French Grand Prix was held on July 1st at the Dijon-Prenois Circuit near Dijon, France. While the race was significant because it was the first victory for a turbocharged car in Formula One, it is remembered more for the intense fight for second place between Ferrari driver Gilles Villeneuve and Renault driver René Arnoux. Yes, this celebrated battle was not for the win – Jean-Pierre Jabouille won by … [Read more...]
Ferrari 250 GT Pinin Farina Coupe – Car Profile
1960 Ferrari 250 GT Pinin Farina Coupe Drivetrain: V12 outside plug engine and 4-speed transmission Colors: Russo Rubino and Tan Leather Other Information: A pre-purchase inspection was just completed on this disk brake 250 GT coupe. Comments include: Engine – "Compression and leak down is good; oil is clean, no evident oil leaks; the engine runs smooth, no hesitation by acceleration; engine bay is clean … [Read more...]
2008 12 Hours of Sebring Videos
Sports Car Digest did not attend the 2008 12 Hours of Sebring, so we did the next best thing and found great YouTube videos that give the viewer a better feel for the event that you cannot get from Speed TV. As an aside, on principle, SCD does not highlight videos that have music piped in over the exhaust note. We have no idea why the authors think that's a good idea – it's not. We hope you enjoy these videos. … [Read more...]
Car Profile – Porsche 917 PA Spyder
In honor of the 12 Hours of Sebring-winning Porsche RS Spyder, Sports Car Digest highlights the Porsche 917 PA Spyder. While there are several visual similarities between the two racers, most notably the yellow and red paint scheme, the similarities end there, as the Interseries and ALMS race cars are ultimately more different than they are similar. The 917 PA's Shell and RS Spyder's DHL paint schemes, however, are … [Read more...]
Porsche Wins 12 Hours of Sebring 2008
Porsche Wins at Sebring - For the first time since 1988, Porsche takes the overall victory in the 12 Hours of Sebring, ending Audis eight-year overall winning streak. From American Le Mans: The 2007 American Le Mans Series was a magical one for Penske Racing. … [Read more...]
Le Mans Classic 2008
Between the racing show, the club cars and the village, the Le Mans Classic goes to no end of trouble to offer its public three exciting days dedicated to automobile passion. Actually, the faithful public comes in bigger numbers for each meeting: 20,000 spectators in 2002 to 70,000 in 2006… How many in 2008? On forthcoming July 11, 12 & 13, the automobile world will be focused on the Le Mans long circuit. From … [Read more...]
Mercedes 300SL Gullwing – Car Profile
Patina is defined by Webster's Dictionary as, "an appearance or aura that is derived from association, habit, or established character." While easy to define, it's harder to describe in relation to cars as one man's patina is another man's garbage. Sports Car Digest loves any and all patina, as, in our opinion, there is nothing better than a car that has lived well and it has the age lines to prove it. This 1955 … [Read more...]
Meadow Brook Concours d’Elegance
The 30th Annual Meadow Brook Concours d'Elegance takes place July 31 through August 3, 2008. One of the world's-most famous classic automobile exhibitions, it is held on the grounds of historic Meadow Brook Hall in Rochester, Michigan. Visitors and enthusiasts will enjoy a distinctive collection of vehicles, gala social events and the debut of Meadow Brook's unique lifestyle experience, Destination … [Read more...]
Francois Cevert – Driver Profile
Ex-F1 driver François Cevert was a name Sports Car Digest was not too familiar with until recently when we stumbled across a three-part YouTube video documentary on the Frenchman. The videos are an interesting look at this talented driver that was taken from us just as he really started to shine. Plus, the 1970s racing footage is incredible. Take a look. … [Read more...]
Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance
While the 2008 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance is now in the rear view mirror, the event images are fortunately here to stay. SCD cannot name a favorite photo or car, as there are simply too many incredible choices. As a former Iso owner, we were very happy to see the Iso and Bizzarrini contingent, and the Corvette Gran Sport racer and the Alfa Romeo GTA are incredible as well. Send us your favorite Amelia photos … [Read more...]
Ralph Lauren – Garage Profile
The March 10th issue of AutoWeek has several must-see garage articles. Our favorite is a profile Ralph Lauren's garage written by Phil Berg, the same Phil Berg that penned the great Ultimate Garage books. We cannot get enough of Ralph Lauren's car collection or Mr. Berg's garage profiles. Thanks to AutoWeek for putting them together in this issue. From AutoWeek: At least each week, world-renowned fashion … [Read more...]
Amelia Island RM Auction Results 2008
Collector car auction watchers had their eyes and wallets focused on last weekend's 10th annual RM Auctions Automobiles of Amelia Island event, which is held in conjunction with the celebrated Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance. That is quite a weekend for vintage car enthusiasts. When the final hammer dropped, total sales exceeded $16.8 million, with four cars exceeding one million dollars. Highlights included a … [Read more...]
Porsche Parade – 2008 Registration
Registration for Porsche Club of America's 2008 Porsche Parade opens tomorrow, Tuesday, March 11th at 9:00 AM Eastern. This year's Porsche Parade is being held in Charlotte, NC June 28th to July 3rd, the first Parade held in North Carolina since 1981. Since Parade hasn't been on the East Coast since 2005, there has reportedly been a lot of interest and organizers expect to sell out quickly. In other words, register … [Read more...]
Ferrari 312 PB Scale Model – Car Profile
SCD realizes that you have most likely seen this model or video before, especially considering it has been viewed 375,000 times on YouTube. We have viewed it at least a dozen times, but it never fails to amaze. If you have never seen this video or read the story behind it, prepare to be astonished by the quality of this Ferrari 312 PB scale model. It has to been seen and heard to be believed. … [Read more...]
