Nostalgia Highway

Porsche Classic Radio Navigation system now available in U.S., Canada

(May 31, 2016) ATLANTA — Porsche is responding to the growing demand for a built-in navigation device for vintage Porsche sports cars with its Porsche Classic Radio Navigation System. Following its successful market launch in Europe in February 2015, the Porsche Classic Radio Navigation System is now available in the USA and Canada.

Mecum closes in on $50 million in sales with Cobras leading the way

(May 26, 2016) INDIANAPOLIS — Dana Mecum’s 29th annual Original Spring Classic auction held May 17-21 in Indianapolis saw 1,567 vehicles cross the auction block with 1,094 hammering sold for a 70-percent sell-through rate and $48,873,590 in total sales.

Iconic Escort named Britain's favorite classic Ford


1970 Ford Escort RS 1600

(May 23, 2016) The iconic Escort has been named the favorite Ford of all time by fans of the UK’s best-selling car brand. Launched in 1968, the Escort was sold in six generations and enjoyed an impressive 32-year production run, with the final hatchback model rolling off the production line at Halewood, Liverpool, in July 2000, although the Escort van remained on sale until 2002.

Historic vehicle restoration course moving to new location

(May 19, 2016) OXFORDSHIRE, England — An innovative historic vehicle restoration course and apprenticeship program is moving to Bicester Heritage, the centre for automotive excellence based in Oxfordshire. The course, run by Active Learning and Banbury and Bicester College, equips students with the skills they need to go on to a career in the historic motoring industry.

History revisited: Walter P. Chrysler Museum reopens

(May 18, 2016) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — “The grille on the 1934 Chrysler Airflow is beautiful to look at, but it sure does rip up my California Car Duster,” said Jim Harp. Harp has been volunteering at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum for seven years. Part of his responsibilities include dusting the more than 60 classic cars housed inside the museum’s historical halls. However, Harp doesn’t just dust; he waxes poetically about the history of the vehicles inside.

What is a million-mile Toyota Tundra worth?

(May 11, 2016) BATON ROUGE, La. — Toyota customer Victor Sheppard was so satisfied with his Toyota Tundra, even after he had safely driven 1 million miles, he continued driving it. When Toyota saw the well-kept truck, they asked: What is a Toyota Tundra with more than a million miles worth?

Mopar dream cars roar into Mecum's 2016 Indianapolis auction

(May 10, 2016) INDIANAPOLIS — Mopar fans are a dedicated group of enthusiasts who have helped drive incredible demand for vintage Plymouth and Dodge muscle cars throughout the past few years. Lovers of Mopar muscle will be like kids in a candy store at Dana Mecum’s 29th annual Original Spring Classic in Indianapolis.

Motorsport at the Palace brings 'The Italian Job' back to Crystal Palace

(May 10, 2016) LONDON — Motorsport at the Palace is bringing The Italian Job back to Crystal Palace as the red, white and blue trio of Minis used in the film will be in action at this year’s event on Sunday and Monday, May 29-30.

Rare Subaru Impreza to be sold at Silverstone Auctions in UK

(May 9, 2016) LONDON — A rare 1998 Subaru Impreza 22B STi, one of the most sought after Japanese performance cars in existence, will be auctioned by Silverstone Auctions at the May Sale, at Silverstone race circuit on Friday, May 20.

Side-by-side Mustangs showcase 50 years of innovation

(May 6, 2016) DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford and the National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum (NIHF) have unveiled a one-of-a-kind Mustang that marries a 1965 model to a 2015 model in a unique side-by-side display for the National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum.  

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