Nostalgia Highway

'Eleanor' from Nicholas Cage remake of 'Gone in 60 Seconds' on block

(April 5, 2013) WALWORTH, Wis. — A true movie star will make its way down Mecum’s signature red carpet this May in Indianapolis. Known by most simply as “Eleanor,” the modified 1967 Ford Mustang from Touchstone Pictures’ Nicholas Cage remake of “Gone in 60 Seconds” will cross the block as Lot S135 at Dana Mecum’s 26th Original Spring Classic auction this May 14-19.

National Insurance Crime Bureau report on Ford Thunderbird

(March 30, 2013) DES PLAINES, Ill. — The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) recently released its latest Hot Wheels Classics report on another automotive icon, the Ford Thunderbird. Hot Wheels is NICB’s analysis of vehicle theft information reported by law enforcement and contained in the National Crime Information Center’s (NCIC) database.

Britain's first 100 mph car celebrates centenary

(March 25, 2013) LUTON, UK — The Vauxhall 30-98, one of the greatest sports cars of the 20th century and the first to top 100 mph in production form, is marking its centenary in style this May, when almost 50 surviving examples attempt the Waddington Fell hill climb, site of the car’s first appearance and competition success in 1913.

Tales of a Jaguar from the garden of good and evil

By Casey Williams
MyCarData

(March 20, 2013) SAVANNAH, Ga. — Since first visiting my college buddy in Savannah early last year, I’ve made two more trips to what is arguably the most beautiful city in the south.  I was there this month for the traditional greening of the fountain in Forsyth Park, saw Lady Chablis perform at Club One, drank coffee at Gallery, and ate my favorite shrimp n’ grits at Pirates House.  It’s divine.

First-ever Rolls-Royce exhibition opens at BMW Museum

(March 20, 2013) MUNICH — The first ever Rolls-Royce Motor Cars exhibition at the BMW Museum in Munich officially opens today. The unique exhibition, entitled "Strive for Perfection," celebrates the 10th year of the renaissance of the Rolls‑Royce marque under BMW Group ownership.

Pre-war Austin 7 annual rally is July 7

(March 13, 2013) LONDON — The 51st National Rally of pre-war Austin 7 motor cars, organized by the 750 Motor Club, takes place in the parkland on the Beaulieu Estate in Hampshire, on Sunday, July 7.

Amphicar to be auctioned at Cruisin' Nocona (Texas)

(March 12, 2013) HARVEY, La. —The Amphicar is one of the most unusual collectible vehicles in the world, and with less than 4,000 created before production ceased in 1965, it's rare to have a chance to see one up close.

But the folks behind Cruisin' Nocona are making that opportunity a reality, as the inaugural automotive experience will feature the amphibious automobile and other collectible classic and muscle cars during the two-day car show, Classic Car Poker Run and auction on Friday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20.

Driving safety instructions are timeless

(March 10, 2013) Sometimes we wonder how much driving safety is actual taught in driver's education programs around the country. We wonder this because of the atrocious driving habits of a high percentage of young drivers. Following too closely, driving in the left passing lane of a four lane highway, never using turn signals....

Ferrari Testarossa once owned by Elton John goes to auction

(March 10, 2013) LONDON — A 1991 Ferrari Testarossa formerly owned by Elton John with only 2,100 miles on the clock is to be sold by international auction house COYS at their Spring Classics sale in London, this week. The 512 Testarossa, which was purchased new by Elton John, is one of 40 cars that will go under the hammer at the Royal Horticultural Society, Lindley Hall, on Tuesday, March 12.

50th anniversary of Porsche 911 to be celebrated with parade of 911

(March 7, 2013) LONDON — It’s been 50 years since the iconic Porsche 911 was first introduced to the public at the 1963 Frankfurt Motor Show and this year’s Silverstone Classic will pay homage to the evergreen sportscar’s golden anniversary with a very fitting on-track tribute.