Monday, December 29, 2014

1939 Bentley 16 Cylinder Royale

1939 Bentley 16 Cylinder Royale In the words of its creator, master automobile conceptualist Gary Wales, this 1939 Bentley Royale is: “Everything in Excess, Nothing in Moderation.” Roll-Royce and Bentley built automobiles of legendary strength and toughness. More than a few R-R and Bentley chassis were repurposed with immense engines and scanty bodies. Powered by surplus aircraft Merlin V12s and similar excess, they were called Speedcars, and they were all of that, thundering examples of the concept, “When it comes to horsepower, too much is just right.” Even among those fire-breathing monsters, though, Gary Wales’ creation of the Bentley Royale Coupe deVille is an order of magnitude better. Based on Rolls-Royce and Bentley components from the Silver Ghost through the ’90, its coachwork is developed from an original Sedanca deVille body commissioned by airman and auto racer Whitney Straight, The frame is a 1938 Rolls-Royce Wraith. The Bentley Royale’s engine is a masterful construction consisting of two Rolls-Royce Phantom IV 5.75-Liter overhead valve Inline eight cylinder blocks with crankshafts geared together on a common crankcase, a design akin to Ettore Bugatti’s H-16 aircraft engine. Constructed by Gary Wales with mechanical assembly by Andres Aranda, the Bentley Royale Coupe deVille is a masterpiece. A modern Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang, it has all the irrational thrills of nearly unlimited power that shakes the road and everything around it, wrapped in meticulously formed, finished and trimmed coachwork. Vastly powerful but elegantly and comfortably bodied, the Bentley Royale Coupe deVille is on-of-a-kind, a statement of Rolls-Royce Speedcar heritage and the Rolls-Royce and Bentley tradition of style, comfort and luxury. Power Rack & Pinion Bentley T2 Steering 45 Different Dashboard Instruments and Switches Carl Zeiss Headlamps. 5 Speed Rolls-Royce Experimental Gearbox 4” Exhaust with cutouts and Merlin-Style Manifolds. Elaborate, Luxurious Interior Wood and Leather Appointments. Elephant-Hide Roof Covering. Front Disc Brakes.

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Sunday, December 21, 2014

1940 Chrysler Windsor

1940 Chrysler Windsor 1940 Chrysler Windsor Convertible AACA NATIONAL WINNER AACA SENIOR WINNER Nat’l Chrysler BEST OF SHOW The restoration was completed in 1996 and remains a Concours worthy entry at any Show. Finished in Burgandy with contrasting tan hartz cloth top, and finished with burgundy leather though out the interior, this is one RARE and stunning Chrysler-- with the top or down= “it is a looker”. Equipped with the smooth and quiet straight 6 cylinder motor and and manual transmission including a rare overdrive unit, driving is a pleasure. Other options include a power top, over rider bumper guards, hubcaps with beauty rings, an original MoPar spotlight and fender skirts. The really cool option is the pair of vent windwings. Priced below the cost of restoration at $67,500.00

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Thursday, December 18, 2014

1966 Austin Healey 3000 Mark III

1966 Austin Healey 3000 Mark III The final version of the Big Healey was the Mark III BJ8, introduced from 1963-1967, This Healey was restored 6 years ago and has been driven 6000 miles since that time. The paint is excellent as well as the interior and top. The engine was also rebuilt along with the brakes in 2008. All FIVE chrome 72 spoke wire wheels and tires are like new. Ready to enjoy $54,500.

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Tuesday, December 16, 2014

1948 Chrysler Town and Country Convertible

1948 Chrysler Town and Country Convertible 1948 Chrysler Town and Country Convertible This Town and Country was restored is enjoy. It is not a trailer queen, however has had the following done to make it very fresh. New Navy Blue Hartz cloth top New two tone Blue and light tan leather New Blue cut pile correct carpeting Restored trunk interior –like new ALL wood was restored and clear coated, All “inserts” replaced with the correct Di-Noc red mahogany Excellent Fluid drive transmission Older dark Blue painted exterior is presentable – not perfect, but certainly useable!!! *****CCCA APPROVED CLASSIC *****

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Thursday, December 11, 2014

1953 Nash Healey LeMans Coupe

1953 Nash Healey LeMans Coupe Production started in 1950 after a chance meeting of Donald Healey and Nash’s George Mason. The original car was steel, body by Panelcraft of England, chassis by Healey and engine by Nash. By 1952 the body was restyled by Pinn Farina and the chassis was special built by Healey. Nash upgraded the engine to develop 140 hp with its “LeMans Jetfire” overhead-valve inline six cylinder, dual carburetor creation. In 1953, with a longer wheelbase (108 inches), a coupe body was fashioned for the all aluminum main body. A tachometer, leather upholstery, and rear quarter windows made the Healey a true GT car rivaling Europe’s best. This Nash Healey was restored from an excellent original car and has been part of a private collection.

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Tuesday, December 9, 2014

1940 Chrysler Windsor

1940 Chrysler Windsor Convertible AACA NATIONAL WINNER AACA SENIOR WINNER Nat’l Chrysler BEST OF SHOW The restoration was completed in 1996 and remains a Concours worthy entry at any Show. Finished in Burgandy with contrasting tan hartz cloth top, and finished with burgundy leather though out the interior, this is one RARE and stunning Chrysler-- with the top or down= “it is a looker”. Equipped with the smooth and quiet straight 6 cylinder motor and and manual transmission including a rare overdrive unit, driving is a pleasure. Other options include a power top, over rider bumper guards, hubcaps with beauty rings, an original MoPar spotlight and fender skirts. The really cool option is the pair of vent windwings. Priced below the cost of restoration at $67,500.00

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Sunday, December 7, 2014

1962 Austin Healey BN7

1962 Austin Healey BN7 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 MK II BN7 Roadster BN7L 14004 BMIHT Heritage Trust Certificate on file (registered for over 25 years with the Trust) Restored to exact standards and colors as new (Ivory white with red interior) Most of the parts were sourced in England. BODY OFF – every nut and bolt restoration- driven 500 miles since restoration Please note the last picture showing my addition of badges an Lucas road lights. This Healey has only traveled 500 mile since restoratio.n It drives better than new. It is the best Healey I has ever drvien. PERIOD !! One of only 355 BN7 two-seater , tri-carb cars built. (April 1961-March 1962 (last of the two-seaters built Only about 175 survive according to Austin Healey historians Complete with top, side curtains and tonneau cover. This restoration is over the top!! $95,000.

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Thursday, December 4, 2014

1947 Packard Clipper Custom Limo

1947 Packard Clipper Custom Limo 1947 Packard Clipper Custom Limo Built by Briggs Body Company on November 15 1946. This 1947 Limo is one of a kind. It was reportedly built for the Chairman of the Briggs Company and is unique. There is no glass divider so that it could be owner driven. However, it does feature closed rear quarters to give privacy to the rear seat occupants. The rear seating area is large and included to jump seats for guests. A radio is also built into the right arm rest area. As you can see, the Packard is extremely straight on every panel. New paint was applied several years ago and is show quality. The broadcloth interior and straight hair Wilton carpet is also in excellent condition needing no repairs at all. The Packard straight eight engine coupled to a manual transmission is a powerful and smooth. A factory overdrive adds to the cruising ease of the Limo. This is an unusual and beautiful Limo that could easily be used as a Wedding car or it would be welcomed at any CCCA Tour, as it is a full Classic on the Show field it is also a hit with spectators. The massive size (19 1/2 feet) and the smooth lines contribute to its beauty. $47,500.

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Tuesday, December 2, 2014

1932 Auburn Custom 12

1932 Auburn Custom 12 1932 Auburn Twelve Custom Phaeton The 12 cylinder Auburn, although in production for only 3 years, was one of the great American cars of the era. The George Kublin designed L-head V-12 is a sensational engine. It produces 160 horsepower from 391 cubic inches. In addition, the Dual-ratio rear axle was standard on Custom models and allowed the Auburn to be driven easily at highway speeds or in the lower ratio for city driving. Young Alan Leamy designed this sleek Convertible Phaeton as well as the other Auburn models. It remains one of the most beautiful designs to come out of the ACD group. Not only is it sleek with the top up or down, the windshield folds down like many sports cars. This Auburn has received a Pebble Beach restoration and was shown in 2009. In 2014 it won First Place honors at the Des Moines Concours. The Salon trim adds elegance to the car. This nut and bolt restoration included all mechanical components. It remains a stunning show car as well as an amazing road car and is effortless to drive, shifts like butter and stops easily. http://www.robertpass.com/inventory_details.asp?offset=3&InventoryNum=1120

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