September 3, 1875 – Ferdinand Porsche is born
Ferdinand Porsche, International Motorsports Hall of Fame member and Car Engineer of the 20th Century, was born on this day in 1875 in current day Czech Republic. Aside from founding Porsche, this is the man responsible for some of the world’s most beloved and distinguished automobiles. His first automotive
This Day in Automotive History for August 28 – September 2
Hello, friends. I will likely be unable to provide content after today until September 3 as my fiancee`and I are moving to a new home (feel free to send gifts – haha)! In the meantime, here’s a couple of quick This Day in Automotive History facts. August 28, 1937
August 27, 1957 – Press event launches Edsel with stunt show
While most prefer to go out with a bang, Edsel, Ford’s new mid-priced car line, did things a bit backwards. On this day in 1957, automotive journalists were invited to Dearborn for the press introduction of the new car. What they got was a spectacle unlike any automotive introduction
Dusty & Rusty – 1976 AMC Pacer – $1,450
No, it doesn’t have a driver’s side door on it. But a lot of people drive around in Jeeps without doors, so maybe just take some inspiration from that? In any case, this 1976 AMC Pacer for sale in Tacoma, Washington on Craigslist is listed for a cool $1,450,
August 26, 1959 – The original Mini goes on sale
In part due to Egypt’s nationalization of the Suez Canal in 1956, much of Europe was facing massive fuel shortages. In response, Sir Leonard Lord, head of British Motor Corporation (BMC), set out to build a small, fuel efficient car to compete with the German cars that currently lead
August 25, 2018 – 1962 Ferrari becomes most expensive car ever sold at auction
Monterey Car Week is host to a stream of automotive events that leave enthusiasts drooling every year. It’s a week of shows, cruises and auctions that are capped off by the historic Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. With many of the week’s activities geared toward the uber wealthy, it’s no
August 28, 1944 – Hot rod builder Boyd Coddington is born*
American hot rod designer and builder Boyd Coddington was born on this day in 1944. In his early 20s he moved to Southern California where he built hot rods by day and worked as a machinist at Disneyland at night. His unique rides caught the eyes of collectors and
August 23, 1922 – Chitty Bang Bang takes first place
On this day in 1922 Count Louis Zborowski drove his car, Chitty Bang Bang, to victory at the Southsea Speed Carnival in England. The vehicle was built by Zborowski with help from his engineer, Clive Gallop. It and three later cars by the same name, would inspire a book,
