Friday, July 25, 2025

1951 Studebaker Woody


This Studebaker began life as a four door sedan before becoming a woody fastback. The top was chopped 2 1/2" and the fenders were extended 18". Power is supplied by a 427 Ford. Additional information is available at Vintage News Daily.

Thursday, July 24, 2025

The Nanico P50- The world's smallest car


The Nanico measures 51" in length, 54" tall and 30" wide. The platform is from a motorized wheelchair. The entire production time from drawings to finished car was less than a month. It is available with either a 50 or 100cc gasoline engine.

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

1960 Mazda R360


The Mazda 360 was the company's first passenger car. It had a 69.3 inch wheelbase and weighed 838 pounds. It was powered by a rear mounted air cooled V-twin engine with a 356 cc displacement. It was capable of 52 mph and came with either a four speed manual gearbox or a two-speed automatic. The suspension was front and rear rubber "springs" and torsion bars.

Monday, July 21, 2025

BMW Alpina C1 318i


In 1981 this experimental vehicle participated in the Shell Economy Challenge. It is based on the E21 3 series and won its class by achieving 88mpg. 

Sunday, July 20, 2025