Here’s something you don’t see every day. This 1952 Fiat 500 Topolino, currently listed on eBay, represents a charming piece of early postwar European motoring and a reminder of how simple, lightweight cars once defined everyday transportation. With 69,889… more»
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Little Mouse: 1953 Fiat 500 C Topolino Convertible Saloon
How appropriate that this Fiat Topolino – aka “little mouse” – is grey, like the tiny critters occasionally found in my grain tubs. But the car wasn’t named after just any old rodent – “Topolino” was the Italian name… more»
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Rare Paddle-Shift: 2000 Ferrari 360 Modena F1
When Ferrari introduced the 360 in 2000, it brought a slice of Formula One technology to the party. Buyers could opt for a traditional six-speed manual transmission, or, by ticking the box beside the “F1” option, they could receive… more»
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The Bora’s Little Brother: 1980 Maserati Merak SS
Maserati launched the Merak to give buyers a less expensive alternative to its V8- powered Bora. While the Bora rang in at over $29k when new, opting for the Merak cost only $20k. Of course, that came at the… more»
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Super Car Project: 1974 De Tomaso Pantera
What car was Tim Horton driving when he died on the freeway going way, way over the speed limit? One a lot like this 1974 De Tomaso Pantera. Actually, it was a 1972 model that did the Buffalo Sabres… more»
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Italian V8 Four-Seater: 1971 Maserati Indy
It’s 1969, and you are shopping for a Maserati of the grand touring persuasion. The options are prolific. The six-cylinder Mistral, or its sister, the Sebring? In the eight-cylinder category – the Ghibli, the Mexico, or – fresh to… more»
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Mario Andretti Edition! 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfetta GT
Never mind that Alfa’s Mario Andretti editions manifested mostly as a trim package: this is one very clean Alfetta. Offered here on craigslist for $23,500 is a 1977 Alfetta GT, located in Orange County, California. Alfa had a habit… more»
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Only One Left? 1959 Fiat 1100 103D
Fiat sold cars in the U.S. in the late 1950s. But we’re betting imports like the Volkswagen Beetle turned in better numbers. Most of the sales were the 500 and 600 models, but the 1100 was also in the… more»
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Rare Italian: 1975 Lancia Fulvia Coupe 3 Safari Edition
Given its current model range, it is hard to comprehend that Lancia was once a powerhouse in world rallying. Today, the company is a shadow of its former self, but success in the East African Safari prompted the company… more»
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Expensive 5-Speed Project: 1987 Maserati Biturbo
For owners of project vehicles, it’s somewhat inevitable that a person of significance in our lives – a spouse, or perhaps your parents – will ask when a long-dormant car or truck will be leaving the property. The thinking… more»
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Restored at Maranello: 1967 Ferrari Dino 206 S Spider
As we tick toward the headline auctions that launch the year, Araknid78 inspires us with a host of tips featuring once-in-a-lifetime cars. So it is that we contemplate this 1967 Dino 206 S – one of 18 produced, and… more»
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1 of 350 Left? 1967 Siata Spring Roadster
The Siata Spring was a Fiat-based 2-seat roadster built from 1967 to 1970. It was the last hurrah for Società Italiana Auto Trasformazioni Accessor, which went bankrupt in 1970 after 44 years. Not many were made back in the… more»
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Rare 1963 Lancia Flaminia Sport Zagato 3C
Lancia’s many models were each destined for a particular niche in the marketplace. Early cars – such as the Lambda – were innovative ground-breakers. The Appia was an economy car, a people-mover. The Aurelia – like the Astura before… more»
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Rust-Free Italian: 1980 Fiat Spider 2000
One challenge for enthusiasts seeking an Italian classic of a certain age is finding one that has remained rust-free throughout its life. This beautiful 1980 Fiat Spider 2000 ticks that box as a one-owner survivor that has never seen… more»
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Potential Bargain? 1953 Siata 208S Motto Spider
Can I get a deal because this coachbuilder isn’t … Zagato? or Vignale? or Pinanfarina? Probably not! Though he isn’t a household name, Rocco Motto’s creations are every bit as desirable as his more famous peers. Motto founded his… more»
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Bellissimo Blu Sera 1963 Ferrari 250 GT Lusso
Ferrari’s 250 motorcars from the 1960s need no introduction, and enthusiasts beholding one in the flesh may wisely carry an appropriately high thread-count handkerchief. Drooling in public is generally frowned upon among the upper crust. After pleasing owners on… more»
