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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!"

onsdag 23 maj 2012

På femte våningen i Imperial Palace, LV


Den här lättviktaren skapades av en av världens äldsta biltillverkare; Panhard som integrerades med Citroën i mitten på 50-talet. Nu livnär de sig på militär utrustning. Pris 29.500$
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"The best reproduction of a SSK Mercedes. The real one would cost you $10,000,000 - $12,000,000! Over $4 million just in development costs! In 1977, a large Japanese Clothing owner, who recently had his original Mercedes-Benz SSK restored, wanted a replica SSK built for daily use. They commissioned Paul Weldon of Church Green Engineering to do the work. Former F1 designer Len Terry engineered the project and in 1978 when finished the owner was so delighted with the car that he ordered another ten to be built. The Gozzy SSK replica had a purpose built chassis with the front and rear axles from the BMC range of cars. The wheels and hubs were taken from a Jaguar, and the engine and transmission were from the Mercedes-Benz 280 Series, producing roughly the same horsepower as the original 7-liter SSK monster. The ash frame and body were all hand built by English craftsmen. The outcome is a remarkable copy of the famous SSK car."
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"42 shows entered – 41 First Place Awards!
This mint restored example was originally sold new in Livermore, California. The original owner had the car until 1986, then sold it to Don Mettes of San Ramon, California. The car was then sold to Ralph Engelstad of the Imperial Palace in 1996. In 1998, the car was purchased by the Blackhawk Collection in Danville, California. The car then went to Bill Jacobs of Joliet, Illinois in 1998. This exceptional example has won over 40 first place awards including 3 first place awards at the Palo Alto Concours d’Elegance, 2 first place awards at the Lafayette Concours d’Elegance, 1st place at the St. Mary’s Concours d’Elegance and Best of Show in Los Angeles,
Seattle, San Francisco, Good Guys Bug Bash and most recently was an Elite winner at a VW show here in Las Vegas. It has been featured in over 12 magazines including Hot VWs, VW Trends and Las Vegas Weekly. Here’s your chance to own one of the finest examples anywhere!"

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"Unlike the other Bizzarinis that followed this prototype example, the chassis was made out of pressed steel, welded into box tubes similar to a front engine car. This was a more costly and complicated procedure only used on the P538 in Italian it’s called a “telaio profilato”. This absolutely beautiful example won 2nd Place at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in 1990. Ownership history: In 1968, Hans-Uli Buechli purchased the car from the Bizzarini Facility. The car was then sold to Steven Langton Limited, England. In 1987, the car was sold to Oliver Kuttner of Charlottesville, Virginia. In 1995, the car was sold to Todd Morici of Morici Motorsports in New Jersey. In 1996, the car was sold to a private collection and in 2001 the car was acquired by the Blackhawk Collection in Danville, California."
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"S677288 was last registered in the USA in Ohio in 1977. Previous history is unknown. The car was purchased by a Swiss collector and exported to Switzerland, and he campaigned the car extensively in club road events for many years until he stored the car approximately five years ago. Purchased by Jurg Street in Berne Switzerland and sold to present owner who re-imported the car into California in early 2010. Car needed fuel system restoration and complete brake job including new lines and master and slave cylinders. Engine has strong compression on all cylinders and runs well. New Excelsior Stahl Sport Radial tires fitted all round and wire wheels restored. Excellent top, No side curtains. After market bonnet strap. Alloy sump."

Pris 95.000$ Info här

"The Thunderbird was revised for 1957 with a reshaped front bumper, a larger grille and tailfins, and larger tail lamps. The 312 cu in V8 became the Thunderbird's standard engine, and now produced 245 horsepower. Though Ford was pleased to see sales of the Thunderbird rise to a record-breaking 21,380 units for 1957, company executives felt the car could do even better, leading to a substantial redesign of the car for 1958. This particular car has had a 100 point, nut and bolt restoration and is optioned with power steering, power windows, power seats, fender skirts, Holley carburetor and aftermarket air conditioning."
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"1 of 2 Built!
Jaques Saoutchik is probably most notable for his flamboyant coach designs for the Delahaye auto company. After World War II Saoutchik built two custom ordered Cadillacs for the American Market, one specifically for film star Delores Del Rio and this one for Paul Kassoff but quickly made it into the hands of Louis Ritter. When the Series 62 chassis arrived in Paris, Saoutchik probably looked at it as an opportunity to try new ideas and expose his work to America. So, he borrowed styling cues from the Cadillac line and used them in a distinctly French way with hopes that the car would gain attention from some of America's major players.
This 1948 Cadillac Series 62 Saoutchik Cabriolet is extremely breathtaking, probably the most intensely beautiful Caddies ever made."

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"A ground-up restored camper with rare factory cargo doors on both sides. Has new paint, glass, chrome, rubber, upholstery, woodwork, brakes and 12-volt system. Also features a rebuilt motor and transmission. This outstanding 1961 VW Micro Bus came from the German factory with the very rare option of double cargo doors on both sides. The Oregon-based Caravelle Camper company, which was one of the first camper conversion companies in the U.S, installed the original camper equipment. After 35 years of storage, the camper has undergone a complete professional ground-up restoration to like new condition. On the exterior there's new two tone white and blue paint with front Safari windows, new white wall tires and all new glass, chrome and rubber throughout. Included is a new canvas awning and roof luggage rack. The undercarriage and suspension have been fully detailed. The interior has new dark blue upholstery and new flooring, tables and curtains. The new cabinetry, paneling and headliner are all done in beautiful maple wood. An icebox, water storage tank and pump, fold-out bed and vintage gas heater round out the camper's interior. The brake and 12-volt systems are new. Both the dual port 1600cc motor and transmission are rebuilt."

Byggd 1996 av en oberoende custom tillverkare "Vintage 550 Spyder", pris 75.000$. Det sitter en fyrcylindrig motor från Porsche i på 1600cc. Mycket bil för pengarna som det brukar heta.