Classic Recreations unveil stunning 1967 Shelby GT500CR

During the 2009 SEMA show, Classic Recreations founder Jason Engel announced plans to work with Shelby American on the first series of officially licensed 1967 Shelby Mustang continuation cars. One year later at SEMA 2010, Engel brought not one but two G.T.500CR customer cars to the show after invitations from Ford Motor Company and Cobra Electronics to display vehicles in the company’s respective booths. The car from the Ford display was also called out as an “Ultimate Street Car” when Optima batteries asked Engel to participate in the annual Optima Ultimate Street Car Invitational (OUSCI) track shootout and television show at Spring Mountain Raceway in Pahrump, Nevada, the Saturday after SEMA.

“Having two customer cars in major booths at the SEMA Show was really a coming out party for the G.T.500CR,” Engel said. “We are in full production and have shipped Shelbys all over the world, but having vehicles in the Ford and Cobra booths, then being chosen to take part in the OUSCI was a great thrill for us. Everyone knows we can build a beautiful car – this was our chance to show that we also build a fast car with the performance and reliability of a modern supercar. I think we proved that at Spring Mountain Raceway and we were truly honored that the crew at Optima chose us out of thousands of vehicles on display at SEMA.”

Both G.T.500CR Shelbys on display at SEMA were 545 horsepower Performance Models, one finished in classic wimbledon white and guards blue, the other featuring a two-tone gloss and matte black paintjob.  Both cars are powered by fuel injected, naturally aspirated, hand-built 427 cubic inch engines. Other features include a Tremec overdrive transmission, modern coil-over suspension with rack-and-pinion steering, modern vented disc brakes, a custom handcrafted interior featuring Carroll Shelby signature seats, custom gauges, brushed aluminum trim, and five-point harnesses. Each car is built by highly trained craftsman in the heart of America and require well over 1,000 hours of manual labor.

The stealth car was a key part of the Cobra Electronic booth display, where it was constantly surrounded by admirers and photographers.  The white car was part of the Ford Heritage Display directly across from the Ford drift exhibition next to the Monster Energy stage, where modern Mustangs demonstrated Ford performance in a cloud of tire smoke.

Saturday after the close of the SEMA Show, the white Shelby competed at the OUSCI in four competitions: autocross, road course, speed stop and engineering. As one of only three Fords in a field of 60 top-tier supercars, the G.T.500CR stood out and made an impression. When the tire smoke cleared, the Shelby finished in the top 20 on the road course.

“The G.T.500CR is meant to be driven,” says Engel. “Although the overall look is vintage Shelby, essentially this is modern sports car technology wrapped in vintage Shelby GT500 sheet metal. We had a blast watching the car do what it was built to do. Classic Recreations offers additional options on all our builds and next year we’re bringing out one of our supercharged, 780 hp “Venom” models with four-link rear suspension and we’ll really show them what we can do.”

The entire Optima event, from the pre-SEMA builds to the awards ceremony, was shot for a national TV show, which will air in early 2011 on a national cable network. For full event results, more information on the OUSCI results, TV show, participants, official rules and more, visit http://www.optimainvitational.com/
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Dream Cars : Classic Jaguar E type

Classic Jaguar E type

The Classic Jaguar E type (UK) or XK-E (US) is a British automobile manufactured by Jaguar car made between 1961 to 1975. In combination of good aussieht High Performance in a Competitive Pricing DETERMINED Brand as one of the years 1960 ICON driving. A large Erfolg for Jaguar, geben seventy thousand more E-Type in the life Were SOLD.

In March 2008 Jaguar E-Type in the first place in the Daily Telegraph list of “100 most beautiful cars” of All Time. Im Jahr 2004 Sports Car International Magazine of the E-Type Posted at number one on their list of Top Sports Cars of the Year 1960.

Jaguar E type was initially designed to be shown in public as a grand tourer in two form-Pickel Coupe (FHC von Fixed Head Coupe) as Cabrio (OTS Open Zweisitzer). The wheelbase version 1 February 2 WAS released only extender Years später.

Release Date Enzo Ferrari called the “Most Beautiful Car VFAV von created.”

WS-Modell in three different versions made sterben now in the General as designated “Series 1″, “Series 2″ auf “Series 3″. Zwischen Transitional Series A Series 1 Series 2 is known unofficially as “Series 1 ½”.

In addition, miscellaneous limitiert Produced Variations:

Von “‘Lightweight’ E-Type” WAS sterben apparently intended as a Kind of Follow-up von D-Type. Jaguar units scheduled Sie But ultimately produce only 18 Werdener reportedly built at a verführen mission. Of Henne, ist known at two others destroyed in a converted its forms Sie Coupe. These are extremely rare in popular Tür collectors.

“Low Drag Coupé” War Technically a one-time exercise WAS SOLD sterben finally a Jaguar driver. Welcome to the ist probably a part of the private collection of the current Viscount Cowdray Seien.

Jaguar E type Series 1 (1961-1968)

WS-first in a series shall carry out only for export, in March 1961. In domestic meat market launch in July 1961 Series im four months. The cars at this moment the Triple SU Carburetor Used 3.8L 6-cylinder engine XK6 XK150S Jaguar. The first 500 cars built hatten auf Platte Flooring external KAP (bonnet) Steckplatz. These cars are so rare in more valuable. Then von floors were dished cover more leg room Twin im Moved to hang inside car. 3.8-liter 4.2-liter engine increases WS im struck in October 1964.

Classic Jaguar E type Red

All E-Types featured independent TRAF Torsion spring rear suspension-Front-Ends in Four-disc in-Were All Board endorsed on the back. Jaguar war one of the first cars to take you from standard disc Rest der im Jahr 1958 XK150 car manufacturers. Series 1 can be recognized Tür Glass covered headlights (up to 1967), small “mouth” on the front Öffnung tail lights Stoßstange Upper Spitz outlet plate in the rear.

3.8-Liter-Auto ‘s leather bucket seats TRAF, aluminum-trimmed an instrument panel center stack (in vinyl leather amended 1963), in a 4-Gang-Synchrongetriebe Lacks speed Moss that the first gear (“Moss-Box ). 4.2-Liter-Cars More Comfortable Chair improved version Brakes in Electric Systems in an all-4-Synchrongetriebe gearbox. 4.2-Liter-Auto Abzeichen Hebb also on the back proclaiming “Jaguar E-Type 4.2-Liter-” (3.8 cars a simple Hebb’s “Jaguar” Plakette). Optional Extras include chrome wire wheels in a removable Hardtop OTS.

 

Classic Jaguar E type Black

 

An original E-Type Hardtop ist very rare to find a TRAF all chrome intact, not in good condition original paint noema Sie ist difficult Eerden. Which no one want Degeneration Hardtop not fussy about whether one of ist original Jaguar Various third parties have to re Hardtop Bijnen specificati exact. The cost ranges anywhere Sie double cost of a canvas between Triple-Vinyl-Verdeck.

A 2 +2 coupe version of the Were-im Jahr 1966 added. 2 von 2 Listed in possibility of an AUTOMATIC Transmission. The body ist 9 in (229 mm) long in the roof a different angle more vertical windshield. (This is an incorrect assumption, in OTS S1 Coupe 2 +2 Wind hatte identical Rake). Remained a strict two-seater roadster.

Less known, End of the series prior to production in a transitional government to the “Series 1 ½” below, a very small number of the Series 1 cars were produced TRAF headlights öffnen. Production of these on Maschinen Dating vary, but right in the form control so let Produktivität in March 1968 verified. The low number of these cars make them yourself by von Ihnen rarest production have produced All E-Types.

Following the Jaguar E type 1 Series has a Übergangsregelungen wurden Series cars built in 1967-68, unofficially Called “Series 1 ½” sterben externally similar erfüllt Series 1 cars.

Classic Jaguar E type Engine

Ich due to American pressure Offener Were Funktionalität new headlights, different switches in a number of de-tuning (with a downgrade of the two Zenith-Stromberg carbs from originel von Triple SU carbs) for U.S. Modell. Some also Series 1 ½ Car Partner City fans in adjustable backrests. Series 2 in der Funktionalität Gradually Series 1, Series 1 ½ Car von introduced to unofficial, but always the Series 1 body style erfüllt.

Jaguar E type Offer a 3.8-Liter Engine, Actually produktiver selbst Be the first such completed, tested the British magazine Der Tür Motor hatte 1961 in a top speed of 149.1 Stundenmeilen (240.0 km / h) bei 0-60 km from could accelerate / h (97 Stundenkilometer) in 7.1 seconds. 21.3 Thousand consumption of an Imperial pro Gallone (13.3 L/100 km in 17.7 mpg U.S.) was recorded. The test car cost 2097 including taxes Teich.

Two limited production E-Type Variations beds were made as a Test or Low Drag Lightweight E-Type Coupe, both sterben Racedo:

Low Drag Coupé (1962)

Shortly after introduction of the E-Type, Jaguar Verwaltung ability of the wild Build a car more in the spirit of the D-Racer Styling Elemente sind Which of the E-Type Design Research Sie derived. Built a car to Design Konzept, just like an STD Coupe Monocoque Design for Racing rigid enough could be made using the TRAF “Stress entfliehen, ‘der Fürst-Tester. Jaguar Previous Rennfahrer Were as built open-top car ist, dass Were they based on the Leader in Independent Design TRAF teddy Chassis. The Production Of Steel unlikable E-Types, LDC uses lightweight aluminum. Sayer retained schlechter original lighter outer glued riveted in Platte erfüllt ist. Supporters of the samples remained intact Hilfsrahmen im WAS windscreen given a more pronounced slope tailgate welded shut im WAS. Linking pipes Versch Rear Rear Window von addition, it was discarded in Interior TRAF around Gearbox Tunnel Insulation alone. With the exception gehen windshield, all war-Plexiglas Cockpit. Tuned version of a Jaguar 3.8-liter engine at an angle sind TRAF-D Rennfahrer tested cylinder head design was used. Air Management was a problem and, although WAS Production of a better-performing vehicles counterpart ITS selbst sterben never even competitive.

Jaguar E Type

Any Car Prüfstand completed in the Summer of 1962 was Year Später But a Jaguar racing driver Dick Protheroe was SOLD. Because the Später hander Tür oder Sammler multiple runs of both the Atlantic Ocean side gehen ist now likely to stay in the benachteiligten collection of the current Viscount Cowdray.

Lightweight E-Type (1963-1964)

12 plus Booking two Jaguar cars of some bodies in ways that WAS one of the Low Drag Coupe evolutionären Werden. It uses an aluminum alloy in the body Other Components Advanced Tafeln. However, vor Zehn least one exception, offene remained a car in the Spirit of the D-Wagen ist that a more direct successor of the E-Type Produktivität geben, ist that a more geben a GT sports car. The cars tuned version of a Used Aluminum Production-block 3.8-liter Jaguar engine erfüllt 300 hp (224 kW) Leistung instead of 265 hp (198 kW) produced Tür the “normal” version. All factory-built lightweight fuel are equipped TRAF-injection.

Cars were included in several racing unlikable But C-Type D racing cars, Hebb not they win at Le Mans Rennen von Sebring But Were quite successful in private in small Contests übergeben.

Where some lightweights in Low-Schlaf in powerful editing features TRAF Coupes sind 340 + hp motors.

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Top 10 Most Expensive Classic Cars Ever Sold On eBay

eBay is an incredible place, where many random and wonderful things are bought and sold every day, but it’s the eBay Motors side of the site we’re interested in. Every day, people bid and win cars, but what about the motors which are worth serious cash? Just how much do they go for, and what are the top 10 most expensive classic cars ever sold on there?

Well, let’s have a look.

10. 1971 Ferrari Daytona 365 GTB/4-A

That’s one hell of a name, right? It’s worthy of such a ludicrous name though, because it is, after all, a Ferrari – and quite a special Ferrari at that. A standard Ferrari Daytona would sell for a ridiculous amount of money on eBay, but this special 365 GTB/4-A is one of only 14 ever made. It’s a race-prepped Daytona with flared wheel arches and 352bhp. Oh, and it’s heavier than the standard Daytona, by at least the equivalent weight of WWE wrestler The Big Show.

If the allure of the rarity of this car doesn’t impress, then the beauty and style will. This is a car which is perfectly suited to the streets of Monte Carlo or St Tropez. It is, without any question, a timeless classic, and it was sold on eBay for a staggering $700,000.

9. 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR

Porsche’s design department may be known as some of the “laziest in the world” according to Jeremy Clarkson, but they were definitely on form when designing the beautiful, and powerful, 911 Carrera RSR. As the name suggests, it is a 911, only this one raced all over the world. It’s a proper Porsche racing car, so it comes as standard with serious traction and go-kart-like handling.

This car went for a wallet-bashing $750,000 on eBay but. despite the ridiculous price, it remains one of the best-looking racers Porsche has ever produced.

8. Mercedes-Benz 600 Pullman

The 600 Pullman is one of Mercedes’ finest efforts. They were owned by so many celebrities and dictators, that Mercedes became a by-word for absolute luxury and prestigious build-quality. Unfortunately, if you want a piece of the 600 Pullman these days, you will have to hand over a frightening $750,000 – like one lucky buyer did on eBay.

Still, you’ll be in great company, as Hugh Hefner, Elvis, and Coco Chanel have all owned a 600 in the past.

7. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn

Who wouldn’t want to own such a beautiful and historic car like the Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn? Aside from boasting a brilliant name, the Silver Dawn is one of Rolls-Royce’s finest hours in the aesthetic department; just look at it.

One of these beauties sold for $750,000 on eBay, and we can only imagine the buyer is enjoying the 4.6-litre engine, as the mouths of one passer-by after another comically drop.

6. 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4

Another Ferrari, and another unbelievable auction price, at $850,000. The provocative Ferrari 275 GTB/4 is one of Ferrari’s most desirable models, thanks to its timeless design and 300bhp V12 quad-cam engine. It was also the first Ferrari to come with alloy wheels instead of the old-school wire-wheels, so it marked a step forward to modern times for the Prancing Horse.

Often dubbed as one of the best sports cars of the 1960s, the 275 GTB/4 is a real collector’s car, and will remain so for decades to come.

5. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette

The standard Chevrolet Corvette is a lovely car, no doubt; but the special version, the L88 C2-generation Corvette, was the one to have. This car was bonkers fast and barely street-legal, thanks to a rumored 560bhp, race brakes, differential, and improved suspension. While the thought of 560bhp in 1967 may scare some of you, the buyer who shelled out $850,704 for this car on eBay clearly was not.

Let’s hope they can keep it on the straight and narrow.

4. 1970 Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda

A proper American muscle car legend, the 1970 Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda featured a huge 426 Hemi V8 under the bonnet which produced 425bhp. With all that power and torque in a chassis which didn’t really inspire confident cornering, it meant for one hell of a ride. This one sold for a mind-blowing $899,000 on eBay, which is a lot of money for a house, never mind a car!

3. 1937 Alfa Romeo 2300MM

$1.2 million for a car that pre-dates the Second World War; would you buy it if you had that type of money? Well, it would probably depend on just how special the car is. And this Alfa Romeo 2300MM is pretty special, indeed. Having raced in the stupidly dangerous Millie Miglia, the 2300MM was driven by Ercole Boratto, who was partnered by Benito Mussolini. This car has it all: history, racing pedigree and stunning looks!

2. 1933 Duesenberg SJ Speedster

Isn’t she lovely? Even Stevie Wonder could see that this 1922 Duesenberg SJ Speedster is one of those cars which only comes around once a decade. Selling for a biblical $2.6 million on eBay, it goes down as the second most expensive classic car ever sold on the site, and easily one of the most justified.

Only 36 cars were ever produced, and all of them were given a supercharger and 320bhp – which, in 1933, would have been terrifying.

1. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder

Is this the best looking Ferrari ever made? It’s certainly one of the most expensive; in fact, this is the most expensive car ever to be sold on eBay, at a ridiculous $3.26 million. There’s not too much to say about this car, purely because, well, look at it; have you ever seen such a beautiful and perfect car?

It’s hard to describe just how visually appealing the 250 GT is, but one buyer clearly thought their $3.26 million in the bank was due for some action, and subsequently bought one of the most praised and rare Ferraris ever made.

Thank you to Louis Rix, Marketing Director and automotive enthusiast at Netcars.com, the UK’s fastest-growing used car classified website, for contributing this great Top 10 list.

Source: www.toptenz.net

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1966 Ac Shelby Cobra 427 S C Expensive Classic Car

Of all the Cobra variants the 427 Semi/Competition or S/C is the most desirable series. Built from Shelby’s competition production line, these were purposeful race-cars that were prepared at the last minute for the road.

The story of the Cobra begins as early as 1959 when Carol Shelby raced for Aston Martin, winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Along the way he probably took notice of a well performing AC Ace that would become a foundation for his next venture.

After quitting racing, he return to America to build his own sportscar, turning to Charles Hurlock of AC Cars to supply a chassis and body that was suitable for the new 260 cubic inch Ford V8. After considerable racing success, Ford provided the even larger 427 FE engine. By 1965, chief engineer Ken Miles wanted to fit thengine to win SCCA’s A Production Class and stay ahead of the Corvette Grand Sport.

1966 Ac Shelby Cobra 427 S C Expensive Classic Car

1966 Ac Shelby Cobra 427 S C Expensive Classic Car

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CDC DODGE CHALLENGER

One of the latest modified Challengers comes from CDC. Classic Design Concepts is a car tuner from Michigan which decided to improve this muscle car’s look. They started from a Challenger SRT8 and they increased it’s power to 560 HP with a supercharger, they installed an adjustable suspension system from PW, a new exhaust from Pypes Performance and a great braking system from Baer. The new body kit has composite front fenders and rear flares, a stainless front grille and an aluminum hood with a cold air shaker system. This Dodge has 20″ alloy rims with modified wheel arches equipped with 10″ wide front tires and 12″ wide tires in the rear part of this ride. The car’s sequential tailights are also impressive and this car’s engine sounds awesome!

Via: Fancytuning.com

CDC DODGE CHALLENGER

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