It’s come to my recent attention that I have an alcohol problem. Truthfully, I had no idea, but apparently, I’ve...
Vintage Roadcar Columns
I pedaled my bike past the edge of our main street and down the Santa Monica canyon road toward the...
During the early days of the automobile (1890–1940), coachbuilding—the construction of bodywork for a vehicle—was as vital a part of the automobile industry as the manufacturers of the chassis and running gear themselves. Stand alone coachbuilding companies, not only fulfilled a vital need in the early manufacture supply chain, but...
“One ring to rule them all, one ring to find them, one ring to bring them all and in the...
Stunning looks, capable performance and, today, an undisputed fixture in the automotive lexicon of excellence, the Jaguar D-Type has become one of the most desirable sports cars of the modern era. Even if you separated the stunning good looks, amazing engineering and racing prowess from the fateful fire that would...
Does the recent passing of a cornerstone in the Lotus community mark the end of an era? Just as we...
Where were you when the engine died? Sudden death of a close friend or a high profile celebrity is always...
I had dinner with Carroll Shelby in 1997. Among the dozens of things I remember him telling me, the most poignant was when he talked about making great chili. “The secret,” he said, leaning in as though he was about to share the nuclear launch codes, “Don’t mix in too many...
What if you could change cars as frequently as your wardrobe? Since I’m currently single-handedly underwriting the University of Southern...
In an age of cell phones, disposable appliances, laptops thinner and smaller than LIFE magazine, it’s hard to remember that...
There’s an infectious disease running through the concours community, and it’s not what you think? Whenever we interview people within the hobby, we always ask ‘”How did you get the bug?” The idea being that involvement with classic cars and collecting is a contagious disease that once contracted, can never...
Both Ferrari and Pininfarina had quite a surprise in store when they debuted the 308 at the 1975 Paris Auto...
The automotive prophets predicted the coming end times…wish I bought the destroyer of the classic car world when I had...
How one car changed the culture of Japan and the mindset of America, one sports car at a time With an unmistakable body design, superb performance and a dedicated enthusiast following, the Datsun 240Z has evolved into a sports car legend. After nearly 50 years since its launch, the “Z”...
After 117 years, I’m finally getting around to figuring out Opel… I enjoyed speaking with Rich Taylor last month about...
There’s a reason why Miami Vice is no longer a fashion trend… One of the many great things about living...
Aston Martin. The name alone conjures up images of spies, well-dressed Europeans at fine gatherings, record-setting race wins and a company history nearly as dynamic as the cars themselves. Competing against highly established British stalwarts, Aston Martin had to deliver not only performance and elegance, they had to offer a...
I have issues…and almost all of them trace back to Ferrari Working on this All-Ferrari focused special issue has got me thinking about the myriad ways Ferrari has ruined my life. It’s amazing how a seemingly small, inconsequential event can completely alter a person’s life arc. No Subscription? You’re missing...
Designed by the legendary Leonardo Fioravanti, the same man responsible for some of the greatest Pininfarina/Ferrari designs, the original 206...
After several false starts, the U.S. is finally getting a major classic car exhibition of its own… A little over...
Le Mans, 1960. You can imagine the scene. The coming decade was cresting the ’50s into oblivion. The vast high-speed straights of the new decade revealed technology and design that was radically different from the previous era. No one was slowing down, even in the corners. Materials and processes were...
Automotive Karma can be a bitch… I can’t help but laugh…I’d cry if I didn’t. No Subscription? You’re missing out...
What does the recent sale of “unobtanium” tell us abou the market as a whole? I’ve literally just walked in...
Since first offering its wares to the automotive public, Lancia has excelled at engineering some of the most technically advanced cars in nearly every decade. It is the post-war cars, however, that present some of the most advanced ideas and designs of the time. This is certainly the case in...
Fate has a funny way of bringing you full circle… Despite this being the September issue of the magazine, due...
America’s Sport Custom Production Car I had no idea who Howard “Dutch” Darrin was, as I pedaled my Schwinn Sting Ray...
As you’ll see throughout this month’s magazine, this issue prominently features and highlights the rich, 100-year history of BMW. For years BMW has been synonymous with it’s ubiquitous tag line, “The Ultimate Driving Machine.” While BMW has used this saying for over 40 years, how much longer do you think...
