If you had to choose the worst decade of automobile design, it would be hard to surpass the period spanning 1972 – 1982. Rapidly changing regulations, government interven… Read More
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Motorsports History with a focus on Formula 1
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Words by Gillian Annis. Photos by Abigail Annis
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Background
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RMD Classic Competition Cars is currently offering a 2005 Porsche 996 GT3 RSR for sale. Click here to inquire on their website.
Key Features
Born as one of only 97 GT3 RS built between 2001… Read More
RMD Classic Competition Cars is currently offering a 1972 BMW CSL 3.5 Liter Group 2 for sale. Click here to inquire on their website.
Key Features
Born as 1972 CS and converted to 3.5 liter… Read More
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History
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Written by: Glen Smale.
Images by: Glen Smale & National Motor Museum, Beaulieu
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For owners of classic sports cars, every ignition is a moment worth remembering. However, the quest for the ideal tires to complement your car’s performance, aesthetics, a… Read More
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Grand Prix Origins
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Since the inaugural edition in 2014, Bugatti has been deeply tied to the soul of the Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille. An exquisite celebration of both classical and modern, the b… Read More
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BeforeAfter.Rear cover of Paul Skilleter’s book on Jaguar saloons.Jim and Lisa Hendrix are committed fans of all things Jaguar. Nearly everything automotive… Read More
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The finest blend of hospitality and supercars
Less than a month until the event, Villa La Massa, the five-star hotel near Florence that is part of Villa d’Este Hotels, is… Read More
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Ten reasons you don’t want to miss the 2024 edition of the Velocity Invitational:
Global Time Attack
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The 21st Annual CSRG Charity Challenge returned to the iconic Sonoma Raceway September 13-15, 2024, promising an unforgettable weekend for motorsport enthusiasts and charity supporters alike… Read More
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In a world where time-travel is still far from reality, the next best solution can be found on the South coast of England in early September. As the curtains draw to a close on the English… Read More
The 1950s was one of the most prolific periods of automobile design. Aircraft technology developed during the war, aerodynamics, and new engine technology were influencing automobile design… Read More
RMD is thrilled to offer you this 1972 De Tomaso Pantera Group 4. Click here to inquire on their website.
Key Features
One of only 14 De Tomaso Pantera Gruppo 4 built
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The Studebaker Corporation built some significant and beautiful vehicles during its more than a century in business. Their horse drawn vehicles, from Conestogas to hearses, were known for th… Read More
The year of 1970 would bring new winds to all motorsport in the Southeast Asia and Oceania region. New Zealand and Australia, which were the region’s main exponents in this sporting di… Read More
The now customary late summer date on the calendar for the Silverstone Festival marks the largest historic racing event in the UK. A colossal 20 race program over the course of the weekend… Read More
The latest in the ‘Models of the Marque’ series showcases the Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. Launched in 1949, it marked a profound change for Rolls-Royce, reflecting the realities of… Read More
The Modena Cento Ore returns from 6th to 11th October, celebrating the 23rd edition of this classic international event for historic cars that attracts participants worldwide. The formula, i… Read More
Style & Speed
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Few cars have proved as successful in the annals of motorsport as the Bugatti Type 35, which made its competition debut 100 years ago. As a race car, the Type 35 was utterly without equal. E… Read More
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Driven to Win
The Petersen Automotive Museum’s newest exhibit, “Driven to Win: The Automobile in Competition,” is now open in the Charles Nearburg Family Gallery. The displ… Read More
If it’s Friday during Car Week, then it’s The Quail in Carmel Valley, period. Sports Car Digest is always honored to be a part of the most opulent Concours on the Monterey Penins… Read More
Background
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It was in March of 1974 when mass production of the Countach started at the Lamborghini factory in Sant’Agata Bolognese; a model that entered into legend and remained on the market for… Read More
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In May 1968, my former wife and I traveled by train, ferry and again by train from Pirmasens, Germany, to Norwich, England. Our purpose was to pick up our new 1968 Lotus Europa at the factor… Read More
Ex-Factory Racer Shines
A fabulous 1957 Ferrari 335 S has won the coveted Best of Show award at this year’s Salon Privé Concours presented by Aviva Private Clients. Entered by A… Read More
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Words and photos by Zach Katz.
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