A need for speed

 

Troubling addiction

 

Morning ride

 

No school todayf

 

A bit of a lift

 

1932 Datsun 11 Phaeton

This Datsun had a 495cc engine and weighed 400kg (880lbs) It was only produced in 1932 and was replaced with the Datsun 12 in 1933.

EMA 1

This prototype electric vehicle was produced in Czechoslovakia in 1969

 

Las Vegas Rat City Rukkus April 18, 2026

 

             

Stretched

 1993 Mazda RX-7 limousine

Beach runner

This was the first car to travel 100mph. In 1904 Louis Rigolly drove the car to over 100mph on a beach in Belgium as there were no roads at the time that were suitable for the attempt.The car was a Gobron-Brillie racing car powered by a 3.5 litre four cylinder engine.

Woodburner

This is Soviet GAZ-14 truck from 1936. Gasification is a process of using fuel rendered from wood to power an internal combustion engine. This example used 175lbs (80kg) of firewood to travel 60 miles (100 km).

An modern explanation of the conversion can be viewed on YouTube.

Offset

 

1981 Mercedes Stadwagen prototype

 

The Stadwagen "City Car" was developed in 1981 and was called the 190E Compact Car. The 190E (W201) sedan went into production in late 1982. The idea of offering the compact car was abandoned when they decided the sedan would have more appeal to the market.

Overloaded

 

Exerting dominance

 

Texaco tanker

 

Memories from 1965

Some events are etched on a person's memory. This is one of mine. I had wanted a motorcycle for several years. My parents were reluctant to approve. At the time I had a 1961 Chevrolet convertible. Once again I brought up the idea of having a motorcycle. They pointed out that I couldn't afford to purchase a motorcycle. They were, of course, correct. I countered with "I could sell my car". They agreed that if I sold my car I would have the money to get the motorcycle. I am sure they thought that would convince me that a motorcycle was not in my future. The car was gone within a week. Then inside of another week Al Golan delivered the CL72 Scrambler. Al was the Harley dealer in Youngstown, Ohio who had recently included Honda in his line up. He delivered it late one day and he spent thirty minutes or so familiarizing me with the bike. Dad told me I had to wait until morning to take my first ride because it was getting dark. After going to bed I could not sleep. I got up and spent an hour with that new ride. I read the owner's manual. I spent some time waxing the tank and then simply sat on it. I got up the next morning and it was raining. I couldn't have cared less. I put a lot of miles on the bike that day in the rain.

Pontiac Streamliner

Pontiac offered the Streamliner from 1942 until 1951

Free parking

 

1953 Buick Skylark

 To celebrate their 50th anniversary Buick created the Skylark. It was not an inexpensive car and was priced at $5000. They sold 1,690 units. Proud owners had their names on the horn ring along with the 50th anniversary emblem which was also added to the caps on the Kelsey-Hayes wire wheels. Read more about the 50th Anniversary Skylark at throttlextreme.com.

Phoenix minibikes

 

The Phoenix minibikes are available as 50cc, 100cc or 125cc powered minibikes. They are made in Thailand and as far as I can see they are not available in the US. One article suggested that the equivalent price for the 125cc model (Gunner) was $2550. The styling falls a little short for my taste. Read more here. 

Remembering that Badass Samuel Whittmore

It was 251 years ago today that Samuel Whittemore showed the world what he was made of. He is believed to be the oldest combatant in the American Revolutionary War.  He ambushed a relief brigade during the Battles of Lexington and Concord. He used his musket and two pistols to kill three British soldiers during their retreat from the battles. He in turn was shot and bayoneted. He survived the attack.

Home built

 

Crewcab

 

Shipping Vegas

General Motors devised a way to ship their Vegas (1970-1977) on end.

 

Street scene 1940

 

Multi meters

 

Wrong place, wrong time

 

Road closed

 

Remembering the 60's

 

Mt. Pinatubo 1991

 

Power wash

 

Cyber Truck build

 

Harley Davidson powered

 

1991 Ford Skyranger

 This pickup is one of seven Skyrangers built in 1991. It was powered by the six cylinder 4.0 liter engine producing 155hp

1954 Edwards America Coupe

 

Total production was six cars- five coupes and a convertible. Powered by a 317 cubic inch Lincoln V8 producing 205 HP. The body was hand built of fiberglass. Read more about this car here,

Under cover

 

Self driving

 

Rat rod

 A Chevrolet S-10 pickup working under cover.

April Fools' Day

 

Volvo P1800ES Rocket

In the late 60's Volvo wanted to freshen the appeal for their P1800 and thought a shooting brake would serve that purpose. They talked to several studios and the 1800ES Rocket was produced by Carrozzeria Frua. Coggiola came up with the P1800ES Beach Car. Read a bit more about the Rocket here, and the Beach Car here.

Burn out

 

1957 Studebaker Scotsman

In 1957 and 1958 it didn't get any plainer than the Scotsman. It featured painted hubcaps and no body moldings. Options available included electric windshield wipers and a passenger's sun visor. If you wanted a radio you had to find an aftermarket option as it was not available. The 1957 Scotsman sold for $1826 while the cost of the 1958 model increased to $1874. Apparently for the extra frugal buyer you could order the car with painted bumpers.

Perhaps yesterday's truck owner has a motorcycle?

 

He has a lot to say...

 

Tuksedo Garage

 

I saw this video at justacarguy. It is an amazing story and if you have an interest in cars and fabrication it is certainly worth investing 40 minutes. He is truly building handmade cars.

Conglomeration

A little of this and a little of that. Built as a streetable road racer. I will let them tell the story here.

 

Risky business

 

"Save your happy memories with a Kodak" 1912

 

1955 BMW 502 "Baroque Angel"

 Motoring experts heaped a lot of praise on both the 501 and 502. The 501 was introduced in 1951 and was powered by a 6 cylinder engine producing 65 horsepower that was increased three years later to 72 horsepower. The 502 came about in 1955 and was fitted with a V8 engine making 160 horsepower. Few of the 502 models were produced. Production of the series ended in 1963 after approximately 22,000 units had been made.

Panhard et Levassor Dynamic

The Lavassor Dynamic was designed by Louis Bionier for Panhard. It was produced from 1936 until 1940. It was introduced at the 1936 Paris Motor Show.

 

A little of this and a little of that

 

Converted 1981 Corvette