Most electric cars don't really make a visual statement, for that you need to go custom and this short wheelbase 1966 VW Bus utilizing a Nissan Leaf all electric drivetrain is definitely an eye-catcher. If your commute is short and you don't mind getting a lot of attention, this is for you. The shorty conversion is almost cartoonish, though in a good way, but it's also … [Read more...]
This 1962 Dodge Lancer Pro Street RestoMod Gets a Big Power Boost
The 1962 Dodge Lancer is almost identical to the 62 Plymouth Valiant, a few exterior changes, but essentially the same car. We've covered the Valiant before, so when I saw this Lancer, especially one that's been restored and modified for performance, I had to point it out. It was doing drag duty for years until retired and put back on the street. The seller has a long list … [Read more...]
Classic 1959 Porsche Diesel Tractor
It's interesting to compare machinery of all types designed in Europe and the USA. Any train buff can instantly identify locomotives from the continent vs locomotives designed and built in the US, and this tractor, a 1959 Porsche, like the Lamborghini we spotlighted before, has a look all its own. Nothing like this ever rolled off the John Deere assembly line and it's not just … [Read more...]
1965 Lamborghini 5C Crawler Tractor
Say the name Lamborghini and what comes to mind? For the vast majority, it's exotic Italian sports cars, but Ferruccio Lamborghini was making tractors before he ever made a car and this 1965 Lamborghini 5C Crawler tractor is a great example of the breed. Powered by a 3 cylinder diesel engine, it looks like it would have been every bit the capable agricultural workhorse it … [Read more...]
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL With Factory R Code 427
If you're looking for an early 60s American muscle car, one of those rare factory equipped racers sold for street duty, look no further, your ride is here. This is a fully restored 1963 1/2 Ford Galaxie 500XL that came from the factory with a 427 cubic inch, 425 horsepower, dual quad "R code" race engine. It also has a factory 4 speed and a "NoSpin" limited slip differential. … [Read more...]