“Neo-classical” seems to be a term that can be used to describe any number of kit-cars and re-bodied conversions from the 1980s. There was a fascination, it seems, with harkening back to designs that had long been out of… more»
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Sep 2, 2023 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Cheap Grandeur? 1982 Zimmer Golden Spirit
I think we are all guilty of spending more money on an object to make it look like it’s worth more – punching above its weight in the looks department. Lots of enthusiasts take basic cars and put the… more»
Jun 12, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Neoclassic Barn Find: 1981 Zimmer Golden Spirit
The Zimmer Golden Spirit is a car that needs little in the way of an introduction, representing one of the peaks in the neoclassical revival era that impacted the collector car and truck world in a big way. From… more»
Apr 14, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
20K Original Miles: 1981 Zimmer Golden Spirit
Another day, another Zimmer Golden Spirit. I recently wrote about a similar model that looked like it had been abandoned in a private driveway; this 1981 Golden Spirit hasn’t seen much use but it’s in far better condition overall…. more»
Apr 6, 2023 • For Sale • 39 Comments
Abandoned Luxury: 1981 Zimmer Golden Spirit
Ah, 1980s luxury. There’s very little that has come close to the time in which you were considered a member of high society if you drove a car like the Zimmer Golden Spirit. I can’t really fathom this same… more»
Mar 14, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Neoclassic Driver: 1982 Zimmer Golden Spirit
The Zimmer Golden Spirit is a neoclassic automobile. And what is that you ask? It’s a modern car made in the image of the classic rides of the 1920s and 1930s but not as a full replica. Underneath, the… more»
Jan 11, 2023 • Auctions • 25 Comments
BF Auction: 1987 Zimmer Golden Spirit Coupe
Built for a driver with “distinctive personality and impeccable taste,” according to its sales literature, the Zimmer Golden Spirit combined a reliable and robustly-engineered fuel-injected V8 platform with the luxury and neo-classic styling of a bygone era. This one… more»
May 14, 2022 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Neoclassic Ford! 1983 Zimmer Golden Spirit
A neoclassic automobile is a modern car made in the image of the classic rides of the 1920s and 1930s, but not intended to be a full replica. The Zimmer Golden Spirt is one of these vehicles. It was… more»
Apr 8, 2022 • For Sale • 39 Comments
32K Mile Custom: 1986 Zimmer Quicksilver
Dare I use the term “garish”? Yesterday it was this 1978 Lincoln Mark V and today it’s a 1986 Zimmer Quicksilver which sounds like the name of a Ramada Inn house band but looks like a Buick Riviera/Regal Coupe/Cadillac… more»
Sep 14, 2019 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Big Deal Owner: 1984 Zimmer Golden Spirit
This 1984 Zimmer Golden Spirit is listed by the nephew of the original owner, who was apparently a titan of real estate in the Henderson, Nevada market. The Golden Spirit has sat idle for a few years and the… more»
Aug 6, 2019 • Classifieds • 16 Comments
READER AD: 1983 Zimmer Golden Spirit Coupe
If you are into unique and odd vehicles, look no further than Reader Robert D’s Zimmer Golden Spirit Coupe! This neo-classic luxury cruiser was the brainchild of Paul Zimmer as an attempt to recapture the grandeur and style of… more»
Dec 28, 2018 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Mustang Roots: 1987 Zimmer Golden Spirit
I recently scanned through a few old hardcover books of mine that documented 80s supercars. Among the various one-off AMGs and Gemballa Porsches was the classic Zimmer, apparently captured for its off-the-wall looks and V8 power underhood. I don’t… more»
May 28, 2018 • For Sale • 35 Comments
6,749 Original Miles: 1986 Zimmer Quicksilver
“Neoclassical” models describes much of what Zimmer’s U.S. lineup consisted of, and while creativity was through the roof, driving dynamics were largely an afterthought. Believe it or not, there is a Pontiac Fiero hiding underneath that swoopy exterior, and… more»
Jun 30, 2017 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Stalled Dash Replacement: Zimmer Golden Spirit
The Zimmer Golden Spirit is perhaps one of the most recognizable vehicles on the road today. Seeing those soulful headlights staring out from an expansive garage in Joshua, Texas, can give one the chills. Despite its unusual styling in… more»
Mar 16, 2017 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Pony In Wolf’s Clothing: 1983 Zimmer Golden Spirit
Several companies built “era” cars like these, including Clenet, Excalibur and Stutz Blackhawk. They were typically a new car modified to look like a classic with a long hood and big headlights. This one has been parked for 20… more»
Sep 28, 2015 • For Sale • 30 Comments
1987 Zimmer Motor Coach: Executive Decision
By the same seller of the dilapidated Mercedes 6.9 comes this executive-friendly motorhome made by Zimmer in the 1980s, listed on eBay with the reserve unmet. It’s funny to think how things like a VHS player meant you had… more»
