torsdag 24 maj 2012

Imperial Palace' bilsamling


Utställd på McCarran airport i Las Vegas, mer info här.

Pris 115.000$ Info här

"The car was originally presented at the London Motor Fair (Show) at Earls Court in 1983. For a sum of £50,000, a price in those days roughly equivalent to three or more original cars, the Bouillot Helsel E Type boasted 5 speed Jaguar synchromesh gearbox, beefed up suspension and an aesthetic makeover which was not only very striking, but far more luxurious than the original. This included matching luggage, a plush leather interior with burled walnut dashboard fascia and its own style of knock-off hubs. Boldly, the company used their own cream and burgundy throughout and a ‘BH’ insignia can be found across the headlining and on the luggage, while a chrome ‘Boillot Helsel’ signature can be found on the lower hood edge. It is not known how successful the venture was and consultation with knowledgeable Jaguar historians such as Philip Porter in the UK suggests that this may well be the sole example although the ‘model’ is referred to in Chris Harvey’s ‘E Type. End of an Era’ and features on page 245 of this book. Today the car records just a couple of thousand miles on its odometer. The engine compartment is clean and detailed in a matching color scheme. The vendor reports the car runs well, and is a pleasure to drive. It is a one-of-a-kind automobile and very striking in appearance, a car that everyone will notice."

Pris 115.000$ Info här

"The car was originally presented at the London Motor Fair (Show) at Earls Court in 1983. For a sum of £50,000, a price in those days roughly equivalent to three or more original cars, the Bouillot Helsel E Type boasted 5 speed Jaguar synchromesh gearbox, beefed up suspension and an aesthetic makeover which was not only very striking, but far more luxurious than the original. This included matching luggage, a plush leather interior with burled walnut dashboard fascia and its own style of knock-off hubs. Boldly, the company used their own cream and burgundy throughout and a ‘BH’ insignia can be found across the headlining and on the luggage, while a chrome ‘Boillot Helsel’ signature can be found on the lower hood edge. It is not known how successful the venture was and consultation with knowledgeable Jaguar historians such as Philip Porter in the UK suggests that this may well be the sole example although the ‘model’ is referred to in Chris Harvey’s ‘E Type. End of an Era’ and features on page 245 of this book. Today the car records just a couple of thousand miles on its odometer. The engine compartment is clean and detailed in a matching color scheme. The vendor reports the car runs well, and is a pleasure to drive. It is a one-of-a-kind automobile and very striking in appearance, a car that everyone will notice."

Pris 135.000$ Info här

"This awesome example is all date coded, number matching, nut and bolt, rotisserie restoration, anywhere and everywhere with no exceptions. Restored by Harold Louisiana who wrote numerous books on correct date coded, as it was from the factory, rotisserie restorations for the Classic Chevrolet Club in Florida and is widely recognized as one of the top (if not the top) 1955 to 1957 Chevrolet restorers in the country. Always first place in shows where it is not judged on points, always scores platinum on the national level Classic Chevy Club point system, scored Best of Show on the National level, 1st place Concours d’Elegance, etc. Harbor Blue lacquer with a clear top coat is correct and has a small correct amount of flake and is without a doubt the nicest color that was offered by Chevrolet in 1957. It is a 270/283 EB 548 block, dual quad (two four barrel carburetors), close ratio 3 speed on column (completely rebuilt), 355 posi traction differential (completely rebuilt with correct P casing and tag). Power windows (newer stronger motors inside doors allowing windows to run faster, correct switches), power seat, (rebuilt of course) NOS day night mirror,, NOS vacuum ashtray, NOS emergency brake warning light, signal seeking radio (Wonderbar), rebuilt of course, rear speaker w/front/rear fader switch, NOS power rear antenna, NOS manual rear antenna, tissue dispenser, NOS hammer tone seat belt buckles, (1st year for seat belts in Chevrolet). Front sway bar, NOS hydro vac power brakes (lots of comments as most have only seen the Treadle Vac which would be for an automatic car), NOS third note horn (clamshell) mostly found on taxi’s, NOS windshield washer system with electric wipers, factory tool kit, NOS rear deck (trunk) trim, NOS skirts (with gravel guards), NOS Continental kit, New tinted date coded glass ( yes all the window frames were rechromed, flippers rebuilt, vents window frames, repolished/rebuilt),dual mirrors, spinners on wheel covers (no decals-they were masked off and painted where the flat black is), NOS compass on dash, new gel/maintenance free tar top battery, correct 1956 license plate with NOS 1957 tab. The numbers on the plate correspond with when it came off the assembly line. Back up lights, hood/trunk/light, NOS locking gas cap, all factory markings, balancing marks on drive shaft etc., NOS oil pan, much NOS stainless trim, Beverly Hills flannel car cover included in trunk, also numerous restoration manuals, judging guidelines, wiring diagrams, accessories installation manual etc. Runs, drives perfect. Does not wander, pull and goes down the road perfectly. NOS dash trim, lemon grove plating in California (the best) did the plating of pot metal and chrome and polishing of the stainless, yes NOS parts were re-chromed also. The motor was built by wheeler racing engines in Minnesota to factory correct specs with solid lifters, deep groove pulleys, 997 heads, correct distributor, etc. Plating on the carbs and hydro vac was sent around the country numerous times to get the correct color and proper restoration. Car sits right (new springs, rebuilt spiral shocks, all new steering, and front end brakes), Imron industrial finish on frame under hood and all semi-gloss parts. CorLar epoxy primer on all parts before painting. Complete body and all parts dipped to insure any and all is removed before painting. There was none but it sure cleans everything up. Insulation installed inside of the doors to have a solid and quiet sound. Ed’s of Minnesota did the interior and made it from scratch to insure the perfect fit. All mechanicals, bearings, wiring, speedometer, clock, under dash, clutch, etc, etc. anywhere and everywhere. If it could be disassembled and restored it was. Complete stainless steel exhaust, new tires. The current owner has all the receipts as well as extensive pictures of the restoration in progress. Recored/rebuilt radiator, heater core, generator, steering sector, new ball joints, arms, cleared drive shaft (with balancing stripes), all new wiring, rebuilt steering column, firewall pad under dash, hose clamps, jack, all cad plated where applicable. It is also the most desirable color and is unbelievably LOADED with an exceptional amount of unusual options that are correct and make the car TRULY INTERESTING. There is also an immense amount of NOS parts and it is correctly date coded. The restoration was done by HAROLD LOUISIANA who wrote numerous books for the Classic Chevy Club and is considered the best or at least one of the top three best in the country. If you want to take a back seat to no other 55 thru 57 original Bel Air in the country then we have what you need. It took seven years to compile the correct parts and do the restoration. It is a work of art that steels the show wherever it shows"
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"The Jaguar XJ220 is a mid-engined sports car produced by Jaguar in collaboration with Tom Walkinshaw Racing as Jaguar Sport between 1992 and 1994. It held the record for the highest top speed of a production car 217 mph until the arrival of the McLaren F1 in 1994. EPA / DOT Conversion done by: G & K of Santa Ana, CA., Label number: AC204045, Conversion completion date: 3/25/02, Vehicle conforms to US EPA standards – 1993."

Pris 75.000$ Info här

"This Car was purchased new by the late Maurice Guerry of Castleford,ID in 1954. One year later it was sold to Phil Cargill who owned and operated the Yellow Cab Co. and Limousine service in Twin Falls, ID. The car was used to Chauffer celebrities traveling between Sun Valley and the Twin Falls Airport. Janet Leigh, Ann Sheridan and Lydia Du Pont were among the many that were reported to have been chauffeured in the car while vacationing in Sun Valley, ID. Additionally Marilyn Monroe used the car many times during filming of the movie "Bus Stop" in the mid fifties in Sun Valley. Bing Crosby is also reported to have used the car to transport his hunting parties from Sun Valley to a favorite pleasant hunting area near Burley in Southern Idaho. This car is preserved in original condition with the exception of a paint job, the odometer shows 63,750 miles which is believed to be original. This is a great 50's Cadillac with an amazing history!"

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