- Featured in Lawrence Dalton's "Rolls-Royce: The Classic Elegance"
- Hand-painted faux cane-work
- Left hand drive
- 6,230cc V-8 engine
- 4-speed automatic gearbox
- Independent front suspension with coil springs and anti-roll torsion bar
- Rigid rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs
- 4-wheel hydraulic drum brakes
- Bustle trunk rear styling
- Power windows
- Leather upholstery in driver's cabin
- Wilton wool carpeting with lamb wool overlays
- Burlwood interior accents
- Rear jump seats and picnic tables
- Bar with cocktail requisites
- Square pushbutton door openers
- Spirit of Ecstasy mascot
- Fender-mounted mirrors
- Smiths instruments
- Whitewall tires
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Price: $17,500
Exterior Color: Red, Interior Color: Gray
West Coast Classics are proud to present a rare 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider Quadrifoglio Fuel Injection Convertible with only 25K original miles in the highly desirable and striking color combination of Red exterior paint with a Black canvas soft top with a gorgeous light gray leather with red stitching front seat interior with striking red carpets!
The original factory 'Red' color paint is in good condition and the car has a Black soft top and the light Gray leather seats with red stitching interior is in exceptional condition with no cracks in the dashboard and with red carpeting!
Please note the car does have a clean title although the Carfax report does show an accident in 1991 with no further details. We have to assume it was minor as there is no indication of any major accident repairs. The Carfax report is available for free using the attached link to our Carfax account report on our website. Inspections are both welcomed and encouraged prior to purchase. Please also note that although this is the rare Quadrifoglio model equipped with a hardtop; we recently acquired the car without its original factory hardtop which should therefore be considered missing and not available.
The Alfa Romeo Spider Quadrifoglio was introduced in 1985 and was joined by the Veloce and Graduate. The Graduate, named in honor of the movie 'The Graduate' where an Alfa Romeo had a starring role, was the entry level vehicle. It featured vinyl seats, steel wheels, and other 'entry-level' amenities. The Veloce edition featured leather seats, cloth top, power windows, and power external rear view mirrors. The wheels were constructed from alloy. The Quadrifoglio was the top-of-the-line Spider at the time, featuring specially designed leather seats, alloy wheels, air conditioning (working), redesigned front spoiler, side skirts, canvas top and detachable hard top.
The Alfa Romeo Spider (105/115 series) is a roadster produced by the Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo from 1966 to 1993. Widely regarded as a design classic, it remained in production for almost three decades with only minor aesthetic and mechanical changes. The three first series were assembled by Pininfarina in Grugliasco and the fourth series in San Giorgio Canavese. The last Spider was produced in April 1993, it was also the last rear wheel drive Alfa Romeo produced before Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione was introduced.
The Quadrifoglio Verde (Green Fourleaf Clover) model was introduced in 1986, with many aesthetic tweaks, including sideskirts, mirrors, new front and rear spoilers, hard rubber trunk mounted spoilers with integral 3rd stoplight and optional removable hardtop. It was otherwise mechanically identical to the standard Spider Veloce model, with a 1962 cc double overhead cam, four-cylinder engine (twin two-barrel carburetors in Europe; North American models retained the Bosch L-Jetronic fuel injection introduced for the 1982 model year except that the VVT mechanism was now L-Jet activated) and five-speed manual transmission.
The Alfa Romeo Spider Quadrifoglio was one of three editions in the '86 model year of the very well established 105/115 series spider. While it's styling is just a third or even fourth revision of the duetto, the elements of the "ground effect" spoilers, the 15-inch "phone dial" wheels, remarkably well designed hardtop, as well as air-conditioning, power-windows,and leather seating injected a contemporary look and feel to an otherwise twenty year old design. Pininfarina's extraordinary design combined with relatively low production numbers have made the car somewhat of a commodity as few are ever for sale and cost comparably more than a Milano Verde.
The series 3 spider came with a 2 liter DOHC engine with electronic Bosch fuel injection or twin Webber carburators as an option in Europe. In the United States emissions devices gave the Quadrifoglio a significant 10 hp drop. However, thanks to variable camshaft timing the engine is still lively, especially since the car weighs little over 2500 lbs. (1000 killos). On both country roads as well as highways, power is more than enough to drive fast. The gearbox has long throws but is very percise, remember your input goes directly to your gearbox and not some elastic band linkage found in "modern" cars. 0-100kmh (0-60mph) is approximately 9 seconds and top speed (top closed) is a real 200kmh (120 mph).
In 1986, the base-level Spider, the Graduate cost just under $14,000. The Quadrifoglio set the buyer back $20,500, which was a considerable price difference at the time. All Spider models shared basic mechanical components such as the 120 cubic-inch engine, and five-speed manual gearbox. Disc brakes could be found on all four corners. In all respects, the Spider models at this time were identical except for the amenities which distinguished each.
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Price: $65,500
Exterior Color: Black, Interior Color: Red
West Coast Classics are proud to present a rare opportunity to enjoy this exceptionally well restored and wonderful daily driving and obviously always rust free example of this 1964 Austin Healey 3000 Mark III (very desirable Phase II) 2912cc 6 cylinder 2+2 Convertible, the final series (known as Phase III or the BJ8's and built between 1964-7 and this is one of the early Phase II models) are considered the best incarnation of this legendary marque, known by enthusiasts worldwide quite simply as the 'Big Healey's - here is a beautiful and highly striking example of a beautifully restored with no expense spared on an already exemplary rust and accident free example 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III BJ-8 2+2 Convertible with with desirable factory overdrive!
The Austin Healey 3000 was the final development of the Austin Healey theme with the original layout of the legendary 100-6, one of the most famous and perfect of sports car shapes ever created, basically retained but with an enlarged engine capacity of 2.9L compared to the earlier 2.6L engine, front disc brakes and a plush interior along with creature comforts such as a curved windshield, a proper fully convertible top, wind up windows, a proper fold down hood, push button door handles and even a lockable glove box!
The final Mark III was the culmination of the original models combined styling forces but now boasted the most power of all the models plus a walnut wood covered dash and a center console, revised rear suspension and a less vulnerable exhaust system due to the models better ground clearance. These last 'Big Healey's' used modified cast iron engines with an uncomplicated design which was both tuneable and very strong with a top speed of 120 mph and with acceleration to match. Impending U.S. safety and emissions regulations scheduled to take effect after the 1967 year model effectively killed the big Healey in its biggest export market although a few left over's were sold in '68.
The Austin-Healey 3000 series, first introduced in 1959, was an evolution of the celebrated Austin-Healey 100 sports car of the mid-1950s. This 1964 Mk III BJ8 Phase II model is representative of the highest and, unfortunately, final development of the celebrated Big Healeys before the model was discontinued in 1968. For many collectors, this car, along with the Series 1 Jaguar E-Type, represents the pinnacle of the British sports car world.
In almost every area the 3000 Mk III Phase II was an improvement over the earlier 3000 models. The 2,912-cc six-cylinder engine was boosted to nearly 150 bhp and backed by a four-speed transmission, with overdrive as standard. The handling was improved by including radius arms at the rear axle. Front disc brakes were featured as standard. Finally, the cockpit was made more luxurious by including as standard a heater, adjustable steering wheel, windshield washers, and wood fascia and center console between the seats. Even though it was more comfortable than previous offerings, its top speed of 120 mph made it the fastest of all the road-going Healeys.
This particular example was obviously always garaged and has no signs of body damage or rust and was recently frame off restored in its very striking 'Black over Red' color combination with a matching all new leather interior and apart from its already striking appearance, also boasts a lovely walnut dash and to top it off 4 x 72 spoke Dayton chrome knock off wire wheels with a spare wire wheel and mallet in the trunk!
According to its accompanying BMIHT Certificate, this Austin-Healey 3000 was built between 23 April and 5 May 1964. It was dispatched to New Orleans, Louisiana, on 27 May and was equipped with overdrive, wire wheels wrapped with whitewall tires, a heater, adjustable steering wheel, and black tonneau cover. Presented today in its stunning and original color combination of Black with Red interior, this car was the subject of a professional frame-off restoration in 2004 and has been well maintained since.
The car is in great daily driving condition with the engine smooth and responsive with the renown Healey rumble identifying the Healey straight six as much as a Ferrari's sound does it's V12! The 4 speed transmission shifts smoothly through all the gears, including the reverse gear and the optional and highly desirable factory overdrive function works as it should which means it works through all the gears and not just as a fifth speed which is great for highway driving!
The car looks extremely impressive and is certainly of 'show quality' presented in this highly striking color combination with completely original specifications throughout including the original 'Smiths' gauges which are all in correct working order! The matching Black soft top is also obviously in as new shape, both functionally and otherwise and the cars chrome wire 'knock off' wheels are all in as new condition also with no curb rash or marks and the spare wire wheel and knock off mallet are in their right places in the trunk!
This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored and perfect daily driving 1964 Austin Healey BJ-8 Mark III roadster with the highly desirable factory options of overdrive and wire wheels - a perfect candidate for the classic British sports car or Austin-Healey collector to add to his collection or simply a perfect daily driver for any British sports car enthusiast!
]]>- One of just 16,322 Phase II Healeys produced; desirable early example
- Matching-numbers engine; recently sorted
- Includes books, tools, and jack
- British Motoring Industry Heritage Trust (BMIHT) Certificate
The Austin Healey 3000 was the final development of the Austin Healey theme with the original layout of the legendary 100-6, one of the most famous and perfect of sports car shapes ever created, basically retained but with an enlarged engine capacity of 2.9L compared to the earlier 2.6L engine, front disc brakes and a plush interior along with creature comforts such as a curved windshield, a proper fully convertible top, wind up windows, a proper fold down hood, push button door handles and even a lockable glove box!
The final Mark III was the culmination of the original models combined styling forces but now boasted the most power of all the models plus a walnut wood covered dash and a center console, revised rear suspension and a less vulnerable exhaust system due to the models better ground clearance. These last 'Big Healey's' used modified cast iron engines with an uncomplicated design which was both tuneable and very strong with a top speed of 120 mph and with acceleration to match. Impending U.S. safety and emissions regulations scheduled to take effect after the 1967 year model effectively killed the big Healey in its biggest export market although a few left over's were sold in '68.
The Austin-Healey 3000 series, first introduced in 1959, was an evolution of the celebrated Austin-Healey 100 sports car of the mid-1950s. This 1964 Mk III BJ8 Phase II model is representative of the highest and, unfortunately, final development of the celebrated Big Healeys before the model was discontinued in 1968. For many collectors, this car, along with the Series 1 Jaguar E-Type, represents the pinnacle of the British sports car world.
In almost every area the 3000 Mk III Phase II was an improvement over the earlier 3000 models. The 2,912-cc six-cylinder engine was boosted to nearly 150 bhp and backed by a four-speed transmission, with overdrive as standard. The handling was improved by including radius arms at the rear axle. Front disc brakes were featured as standard. Finally, the cockpit was made more luxurious by including as standard a heater, adjustable steering wheel, windshield washers, and wood fascia and center console between the seats. Even though it was more comfortable than previous offerings, its top speed of 120 mph made it the fastest of all the road-going Healeys.
This particular example was obviously always garaged and has no signs of body damage or rust and was recently frame off restored in its very striking 'Black over Red' color combination with a matching all new leather interior and apart from its already striking appearance, also boasts a lovely walnut dash and to top it off 4 x 72 spoke Dayton chrome knock off wire wheels with a spare wire wheel and mallet in the trunk!
According to its accompanying BMIHT Certificate, this Austin-Healey 3000 was built between 23 April and 5 May 1964. It was dispatched to New Orleans, Louisiana, on 27 May and was equipped with overdrive, wire wheels wrapped with whitewall tires, a heater, adjustable steering wheel, and black tonneau cover. Presented today in its stunning and original color combination of Black with Red interior, this car was the subject of a professional frame-off restoration in 2004 and has been well maintained since.
The car is in great daily driving condition with the engine smooth and responsive with the renown Healey rumble identifying the Healey straight six as much as a Ferrari's sound does it's V12! The 4 speed transmission shifts smoothly through all the gears, including the reverse gear and the optional and highly desirable factory overdrive function works as it should which means it works through all the gears and not just as a fifth speed which is great for highway driving!
The car looks extremely impressive and is certainly of 'show quality' presented in this highly striking color combination with completely original specifications throughout including the original 'Smiths' gauges which are all in correct working order! The matching Black soft top is also obviously in as new shape, both functionally and otherwise and the cars chrome wire 'knock off' wheels are all in as new condition also with no curb rash or marks and the spare wire wheel and knock off mallet are in their right places in the trunk!
This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored and perfect daily driving 1964 Austin Healey BJ-8 Mark III roadster with the highly desirable factory options of overdrive and wire wheels - a perfect candidate for the classic British sports car or Austin-Healey collector to add to his collection or simply a perfect daily driver for any British sports car enthusiast!
Price: $14,500
Exterior Color: White, Interior Color: White
West Coast Classics presents a 1990 Bentley Turbo R with only 37K original miles and in the striking color combination of 'White' factory color paint and 'Cream' Connolly hides.
This car has a highly desirable color combination of original factory 'White' color exterior paint with painted pin stripes, original Bentley alloy wheels and 'Off White/Cream' Connolly leather hides and 'Red' carpeting. The original color paint does have some minor imperfections, the leather seats and dashboard show only minor signs of wear and all the chrome work including the front grille and bumpers is very good.
The car drives very well, the transmission is very smooth with Rolls Royce/Bentley's legendary almost imperceptible shift and the engine temperature always remains cool.
Bentley's history is associated with luxury and grace but another attribute is of course high performance. Until 1982, the company, along with Rolls Royce, had been more concerned with building the best car money could buy .... and then it turbo-charged the Mulsanne. The car was a phenomenal performer for such a heavyweight and the Turbo R (R standing for Roadholding) continued that tradition with a completely reworked chassis with upgraded steering and brakes and was aimed at the owner who preferred to drive themselves rather then be driven! To make such a large luxurious and heavy car go so fast (Bentley and Rolls Royce traditionally never published official figures but the output was conservatively estimated at 0-60 in 6.7 seconds with a top speed in excess of 170 mph) a V8 with a single in block cam and two overhead valves per cylinder displacing close to 427ci (7 liters) and breathed by a Garret turbo gave the Turbo R the pace of a low-slung super-car! This gave the car dramatic acceleration and earned it a following amongst enthusiastic and obviously well-heeled (original cost of this car was over $195K) driver's! Unrestricted versions, with low profile tires have been tested at speeds in excess of 170 mph proving the turbo-charger turned the already potent engine into a powerhouse! Stiff suspension, front and rear anti-roll bars and electronically (computer) controlled variable rate self-leveling shocks for any driving condition kept the ride smooth despite the beefed up suspension and the road handling was absolutely world class exceptional too! Big 18" rims went against tradition but run on 265/45 ZR tires in the turbo R's sporting theme. This should prove the most collectible of it's generation being the quickest and most distinctive Bentley since the S-Type Continental with the Turbo R having the edge in esteem thanks to it's more capable handling. The renown 'Motor Trend' called the Turbo R "the first Bentley in decades deserving of the famous name," in their review of the car on its introduction to the United States in 1989, an extremely high compliment indeed!
For those who are unfamiliar, Rolls Royce and Bentley no longer exist as they had for over one hundred years - this is one of the last in the original line of cars built in the legendary Rolls Royce/Bentley factory in Crewe, England with a quality and craftsmanship that far surpasses that of today's mass produced models with many BMW parts.
This car has a highly desirable color combination of original factory 'White' color exterior paint with painted pin stripes, original Bentley alloy wheels and 'Off White/Cream' Connolly leather hides and 'Red' carpeting. The original color paint does have some minor imperfections, the leather seats and dashboard show only minor signs of wear and all the chrome work including the front grille and bumpers is very good.
The car drives very well, the transmission is very smooth with Rolls Royce/Bentley's legendary almost imperceptible shift and the engine temperature always remains cool.
Bentley's history is associated with luxury and grace but another attribute is of course high performance. Until 1982, the company, along with Rolls Royce, had been more concerned with building the best car money could buy .... and then it turbo-charged the Mulsanne. The car was a phenomenal performer for such a heavyweight and the Turbo R (R standing for Roadholding) continued that tradition with a completely reworked chassis with upgraded steering and brakes and was aimed at the owner who preferred to drive themselves rather then be driven! To make such a large luxurious and heavy car go so fast (Bentley and Rolls Royce traditionally never published official figures but the output was conservatively estimated at 0-60 in 6.7 seconds with a top speed in excess of 170 mph) a V8 with a single in block cam and two overhead valves per cylinder displacing close to 427ci (7 liters) and breathed by a Garret turbo gave the Turbo R the pace of a low-slung super-car! This gave the car dramatic acceleration and earned it a following amongst enthusiastic and obviously well-heeled (original cost of this car was over $195K) driver's! Unrestricted versions, with low profile tires have been tested at speeds in excess of 170 mph proving the turbo-charger turned the already potent engine into a powerhouse! Stiff suspension, front and rear anti-roll bars and electronically (computer) controlled variable rate self-leveling shocks for any driving condition kept the ride smooth despite the beefed up suspension and the road handling was absolutely world class exceptional too! Big 18" rims went against tradition but run on 265/45 ZR tires in the turbo R's sporting theme. This should prove the most collectible of it's generation being the quickest and most distinctive Bentley since the S-Type Continental with the Turbo R having the edge in esteem thanks to it's more capable handling. The renown 'Motor Trend' called the Turbo R "the first Bentley in decades deserving of the famous name," in their review of the car on its introduction to the United States in 1989, an extremely high compliment indeed!
For those who are unfamiliar, Rolls Royce and Bentley no longer exist as they had for over one hundred years - this is one of the last in the original line of cars built in the legendary Rolls Royce/Bentley factory in Crewe, England with a quality and craftsmanship that far surpasses that of today's mass produced models with many BMW parts.
Price: $8,500
Exterior Color: Black, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
1987 BMW 635CSi.
3.5L 6 cyl
NON RUNNING PROJECT RECENTLY ACQUIRED FROM LONG TERM STORAGE
NEEDS ELECTRICAL WORK
PERFECT CANDIDATE FOR BMW MECHANIC/SPECIALIST
CARFAX SHOWS AS BRANDED TITLE WITH TRUE MILES UNKNOWN.
Iconic series 6 3.5L 635CSi model, a rare modern day collectible BMW, $9,500 obo
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Price: $69,500
Exterior Color: Imola Red, Interior Color: Dark Beige
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional "clown shoe" example of this very desirable and eminently collectible year 2000 BMW Z3 M Series 6 cylinder 5 speed manual transmission Coupe with only 7,959 original miles!
The BMW M Coupe and BMW M Roadster were high performance models of the Z3 and Z4 models produced by BMW M. Today these are highly desirable and collectible sports cars from the ultimate driving machine! Cutting edge performers in the revered tradition of the original GT 'Gran Turismo' sports cars. Right out of the gate the M Coupe attained 'Car & Driver's' "10 Best Cars Status" and 'Automobile Magazine' named it as both "Best Sports Car of the Year" and "Design of the Year" in the year 1999!
With potent engines and unparalleled responsiveness both the M & Z3 2.8 Coupes delivered both head-turning looks and supreme driving pleasure. The original Z3 roadster was introduced in 1995 with the prototype featuring in the James Bond movie of that year but the rarer Coupe version with a chassis stiffening rear hatchback was introduced to much acclaim in 1999 with the Z3 Coupes only available with the largest 6 cylinder engine offered, the 2.8L in 1999 and 2000 and the 3.0L in 2001. The 2.8L straight six was primed to deliver true GT performance with 193HP which pumped out 0-60 in just 6.2 seconds! It was replaced in 2002 with the BMW Z4.
The first generation was based on the Z3 and was produced between 1998 and 2002. The second generation was based on the Z4 and was produced between 2006 and 2008. Almost every BMW to bear the M3 moniker has served as a benchmark for driving excellence, but the E46 generation M3 is widely considered the pinnacle of the model's lineage. The E46 M3's high-revving inline-six, better known as the S54, also found its way under the hood of the Z3-based M Roadster and M Coupe.
Despite its name, the latter model is better described as a hatchback or shooting brake, and its shape earned it the nickname "Clown Shoe"for its distinctive styling.
The M Coupe E36/8 manufactured from 1998 until 2002, was developed with increased torsional and structural rigidity to the Z3 roadster's chassis with the majority of the body panels shared with the M roadster, meaning the doors and everything from the A-pillar forward are interchangeable between the coup? and roadster, as are most interior parts.
The M-Roadster E36/7 was introduced in 1997 as the high performance version of the Z3. The most significant cosmetic difference between the M-Roadster, including the M-Coupe, is the substantially flared rear quarter-panels ("fender flares") and the correspondingly offset rear wheels. Additional external differences compared to the standard Z3 models included front and rear bumpers, gills, quad exhaust, trunk, and mirrors.
For BMW enthusiasts and collectors, few modern day Bimmers are as desired or as collectible as the Z3 coupe and Z3 M coupe community reflected by the low build numbers and rarity of these "clown shoes". Rare colors and options add to the value whilst the lack of a desirable sunroof can hurt. According to the 'Z3 M Coupe Buyers Guide' and 'Z3 Coupe Buyers Guide' websites, 2,858 M coupes were produced, of which 678 were from the last years of 2001 and 2002 with the S54 engine. A total of 458 came without a sunroof.
Options for the M coupe were limited, as the entire package was comprehensive. While the 1999-2000 Z3 coupes M52B28 engine was arguably one of BMWs most reliable, the later M54B30 engine closed the gap on the S52-powered M coupe with only a nine-horsepower difference (240 horsepower in the S52 vs. 231 horsepower in the M54).
At its launch in 1997, the very appearance and design was both progressive and markedly independent. The long bonnet, coupled with a compact rear and wide wheel housings, was untypical for a sports car of this format. For the press, first tests made clear that if there was anything the BMW Z3 M Coupe stood for, it was pure driving pleasure.
The design by Chris Bangle, former design head at BMW was planned to be independent from the very beginning. The BMW Z3 Coupe and the M Coupe were planned to be real eye-catchers. The design of the Z3 M Coupe consciously echoes one of the great BMW historic sports cars - The line of the roof is reminiscent of the BMW 328 Mille Miglia from the 1940s.
Besides the wider track and four-pipe exhaust, the top model had exclusive, characteristic accents like oval overtaking mirrors, chrome gills that recall the legendary BMW 507 Roadster, and special air intakes in the front spoiler. The powerful, unmistakeable appearance of the M Coupe was underlined by its proportions: long wheelbase, long bonnet, wide track and short rear end. Introduced by a striking line at the rear and arching towards the back, the roof left a strong impression.
With an exterior length of just over 4m, the BMW Z3 M Coupe is one of the most compact M automobiles of the brands history. The four tailpipes under the rear spoiler are a clear statement about maximum performance and the power concealed beneath the compact sports cars hood.
At its launch in 1997, the Z3 M Coupe was equipped with the engine from the updated M3 E36. Developed by the M Motorsport specialists, the straight-6 cylinder engine with 3.2 litre capacity had an output of 321 hp at 7,400rpm. For the first time, it produced more than 100 hp per litre. The engine, also known as S50B32, catapulted the rear-wheel drive M Coupe from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.4 seconds which was extraordinarily for the time.
From 2001, the further developed 6-cylinder engine from the BMW M3 E46 appeared under the long bonnet of the Z3 M Coupe. With 325 hp, the S54B32 slightly further improved the driving performance of the two-seater and brought it into the vicinity of much more expensive sports cars.
The Z3 M Coupe also posted top results in the 36m slalom and the ISO slalom test in comparison with competition from Zuffenhausen and Maranello. With its acceleration, the M Coupe left its competitors standing as confirmed by the test crew from the German car magazine 'Auto', Motor und Sport'.
Using the already torsion-resistant chassis of the BMW Z3 Roadster as a basis, the engineers had given the Z3 M Coupe other characteristics which had a positive influence on the cars handling. The frame of the windscreen was strengthened, with further stability coming from two quarter-lights. Additional door braces, a fixed roof and special reinforcements to the basic chassis guaranteed not only optimal handling, but also an extremely stable passenger compartment. The brake system was developed to serve both safety purposes and driving pleasure in equal measure and had compound discs with radial friction bearings. This system allows the brake disc to freely expand and ensures consistent, excellent braking power even under enormous strain.
Low seating position, three-spoke M steering wheel, stubby gear stick and all instruments directly in the drivers view this cockpit makes no bones about being focussed on the perhaps most enjoyable minor matter in the world: driving. Under high lateral acceleration, the sports seats, fitted as standard, offer ideal lateral support. The seats were upholstered in leather and available in several colors, while chrome trimmings in the entire interior gave additional emphasis to the cars sporting aspirations.
Today, the BMW Z3 M Coupe is one of the most desired "youngtimers" of the late 1990s and early 2000s. Its unmistakeable design and suitability for everyday use, coupled with the extremely powerful power train of the BMW M3, appeals equally to both sports car and GT fans. And ultimately the low number of vehicles produced also makes the Z3 M Coupe a rare sight on the road and very collectible.
Recently purchased from its most recent southern California owners with a clean CARFAX report to confirm both its low mileage with no history of any accidents! An obviously always babied and pampered example if there ever was one! The all original factory 'Imola Red' color paint is in absolutely beautiful condition and the gorgeous 'Dark Beige' Leather interior is also in beautiful condition throughout with virtually no signs of any wear and all the options are working as they should including the ice-cold A/C!
The car drives exactly like such a well maintained and babied low mileage model should and must be seen and driven to be truly appreciated! The engine is extremely strong and as new with no oil leaks, the transmission has a very smooth transmission through all the gears and the temperature always remains cool!
You will surely look long and hard to find a finer example of this very rare and extremely low production 2000 BMW Z3 M Coupe with only 7,959 miles for the ultimate BMW driving experience and collectibility available anywhere else!
Price: $74,500
Exterior Color: Green, Interior Color: Green
West Coast Classics are proud to present this well know magazine featured chopped and stretched custom 1964 Buick Riviera known as 'Lorraine' and featured in 'Car Kulture Deluxe' & 'Ol Skool Rodz' magazines and built by well know builders Brad Masterson, Gary Brown & John Patsimas. Brad of 'Masterson Kustoms' shop was located in the old George Barris Brothers building in Lynwood, CA and Masterson had apprenticed under both George Barris & Bill Hines!
Hines & Masterson masterminded a top chop with a five and a half inch vertical drop but with the rear window remaining at stock size. The front fenders were extended 4" and the rear quarters were extended 4" at the bottom making the angle above the '65 Riviera rear bumper about the same as the rear windows angle.The hood was reshaped, also extended 4 ", but only in the center. The side scoop area was also reshaped right behind the doors. Gary Brown of 'Brown's Metal Mods' of IN rebuilt the suspension and brakes amd installed and set up the Ridetech air ride system. Brown's cut a two-piece flat aluminum firewall cover and bonded it to the original for a custom smoothed firewall. The original hood ornament was removed and the hood peaked. A 1957 DeSoto front bumper was customized, reshaped and shortened and sectioned front to back as the new grille bar. Brown capped the front ends of the front fenders and made new bezelsto hold the upper pair of a 1966 Cadillac's stacked headlights with aluminum blades in the center. Brown's reworked the power windows and vent wings to work with the new chopped top and customizing the '65 Riviera taillight bezels.
The car was then transported to 'Street Rods by Michael' in Shelbyville, TN, a top notch and well respected street rod builder where a newly rebuilt 1964 425 Nailhead engine was installed with components from 'Egge Machine', 'Alan Grove Components', Speedway Motors', & 'Holley Performance Products'. A new 700R4 transmission was ordered from 'Gearstar' and installed on an adaptor from 'Bendsten's Speed gems', and 'Ron Francis' 24/7 Wire Works wiring system and the 'Vintage Air' air conditioning was installed behind the instrument panel. They also installed the Dynotech rebuilt driveshaft and installed the U.S. Radiator & Maradyne dual cooling fans.
Finally OPGI provided multiple components like seat foam, dash pad, trim, windshield, rear window, weatherstripping and moldings, interior upholstery, carpet & door panels. Stock Riviera colors and inserts were used to make the White & Green custom combination & 'Gibbs Auto Interiors' installed the seat upholstery on the OPGI foam. Custom Autosound provided a resto correct fitting radio with marbleized drum wrap from 'Walopus' and Bob Scanlan from the 'Riviera Owners Association' to cut it to specifications. Con2R rebuilt and restored the Riviera gauges and created a custom two-tone steering wheel. 'Killer Designs by Darin' designed a custom script horn button which 'Con2R' added to the new wheel.
'Tamco Paint' mixed a custom color 'Lorraine Green' and 'Byroms Auto Body' of Tullahoma, TN painted the car. 'Performance Plus Exhaust' of Tullahoma built the custom exhaust system around a 'Waldron' dual cross flow muffler. Patsimas finished the wiring and modified the stock Riviera shifter to work with the 700R4. Jason Wright of 'Preferred Glass' in Shelbyville, TN cut then new windshield to fit the chopped top using a fiberglass pattern that Patsomas created. Jason also installed the rear glass and cut new side glass. 'S&H Chrome Plating' of Madison, TN finished all the chrome and stainless as well as the aluminum headlight blades. 'Tullahoma Seat Cover' installed the interior and created a custom headliner. Patsimas finished the assembly of the car and installed the polished 'Trusespoke' wheels and 'Coker' tires.
This car will remind you of the classic period for automotive customizing, a time when people like Dean Jeffries, Gene Winfield, Ed Roth and George Barris were the standard bearers for a generation. The body was modified by Brad Masterson of 'Masterson Kustoms' in Lynwood, California, but it was a consortium of talent that truly created this car. The body was chopped 5.5 inches, the front fenders were extended 4 inches, and the rear fenders were extended 4 inches and redesigned to achieve a new angle. A gravel pan was added along with a 1965 Riviera rear bumper with modified tail lights, the side scoops were reshaped, and the hood was extended 4 inches in the center and, like the rear fenders, reangled. Gary Brown of Brown's Metal Mods in Port Leyden, New York, capped the fender ends and added single 1966 Cadillac headlights with center blades. He also added a narrowed 1957 DeSoto bumper bar and grille and a new front pan below the bumper. Brown also rebuilt the front and rear suspensions, installed a RideTech air ride system and hung Truespoke 15x6 50-spoke chrome wire wheels. The stock power side windows were modified to accommodate the chopped top.
- Body chopped 5 1/2 inches, front fenders extended 4 inches, rear fenders extended 4 inches and re-angled
- Tail lights filled
- 1965 Riviera rear bumper and gravel pan added
- Reshaped side scoops
- Hood extended 4 inches in the center and re-angled
- Gary Brown of Brown's Metal Mods in Port Leyden, New York capped fender ends, added single 1966 Cadillac headlights with center blades and narrowed 1957 DeSoto bumper bar and grille and new front pan below bumper
- Peaked hood and modified stock power side windows to fit the chopped top
- Smoothed firewall and modified 1965 Riviera taillights
- Brown's also rebuilt the front and rear suspension, installed RideTech air ride system and Truespoke 15x6 50 spoke chrome wire wheels with Coker radial Whitewall tires
1964 Buick 425 CI Nailhead rebuilt by Matt's Speed Shop in Murfreesboro, Tennessee using parts from Egge Machine Bored .020 over with +.010 crank bearings
- Holley 650 CFM 4-barrel double pumper carburetor with stock intake manifold
- Offenhauser finned valve covers and air cleaner
- MSD electronic ignition
- Alan Grove Components drive system
- Maradyne dual electric fans
- Gearstar GM 700R4 automatic transmission with Bendsten's adapter
- Balanced driveshaft rebuilt by Dynotech Engineering Services
- Drivetrain installed by Street Rods by Michael in Shelbyville, Tennessee
- Custom Green and White vinyl seat upholstery and door panels
- Green carpet and pearl console inserts
- Custom Green, White and chrome Con2R steering wheel and chrome Ididit tilt steering column
- Gauge cluster rebuilt by Con2R
- Vintage Air gen IV system
- Custom Auto Sound AM/FM radio
- Ron Francis 24/7 wiring system
- U.S. Radiator 4-core aluminum radiator
- Waldron's dual transverse muffler
New windshield wiper motor
New windshield and back glass
You will look long and hard to find a finer example of this no expense spared and true one off and legendary 'Barris' inspired custom build of this increasingly appreciated 1964-65 Buick Riviera generation classic!
Price: $32,500
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West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional example of this original southern California 1969 Cadillac DeVille 2 Door 2 Door Hardtop Coupe in its original 'Cotillion White' (Color code 12) factory color and very striking 'Gold Dardanelle Cloth & Leather' (Trim code 344) interior and it's original 472/375HP V8 engine with believed to be an original 27K miles:
Other original factory options include :
Turbo Hydra-matic Transmission
Power 6 Way Front Seats Adjuster
Automatic Climate Control ($516)
AM Radio Other original factory options include :
Turbo Hydra-matic Transmission
Power 6 Way Front Seats Adjuster
Automatic Climate Control ($516)
Cruise Control ($95)
Five White Wall Tires
Padded Instrument Panel
Automatic Level Control
Front & Rear Center Armrests
Rear Fender Skirts
Left Side Remote Outside Mirror
Power WindowsPower Steering
Power Front Disc Brakes
Front Cornering Lamps
The car was purchased new at 'Fresno Motor Sales' of Fresno, CA on 3/12/1969 by its original southern Californian owner and will be sold with its original California Black & Yellow license plates, original dealer license plate frames, owners manual, Protecto-plate and vehicle warranty booklet. Reportedly the original owner died and his son inherited and parked the car for some 30+years in his climate controlled garage. When the son died his family sold the car, with reportedly some 26K original miles, to their mechanic who serviced and consequently sold the car to only its now third ever southern California owner and we recently acquired the car directly from this third owner.
The car has a correct two stage repaint in tis original 'Cotillion White' color and the original vinyl roof was replaced with a White correct grain vinyl roof in place of the original Gold vinyl roof. The original fabric was reupholstered in the correct SMS reproduction fabric, both front and rear seats, along with the seat foam with correct dense foam. The door panels, rear quarter panels, back of the front seats and headliner are all original. The dash is also original and in virtually perfect condition.
There's no better example of GM's styling and engineering prowess than the 1969 Cadillac Coupe De Ville with elegant interiors of Sierra-grain leather and fine Cadillac luxuries! These cars bristled with the latest in modern appointments and had few rivals in the luxury market and were purchased only by the very privileged few.
The all new 472/375HP V8 engine with 525 foot pounds of torque was introduced in 1968, it was the biggest and smoothest engine built by Cadillac to date and it proved unsurpassed in the industry as the largest engine ever put in a production passenger motor car and provided both sparkling acceleration, yet also quiet and effortless highway cruising, almost like having two engines! The car was also redesigned to match its modern engine with a new grille with finely spaced horizontal grille bars and distinct parking and headlamp lights.
This particular car oozes pride of ownership with the the floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas being solid and rust-free and the car has no signs of any accidents. The 472/375HP 4 barrel V8 engine is extremely strong and powerful and this particular car drives magnificently - drives straight as an arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles - a truly remarkable daily driver! The transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the car is an absolute pleasure to drive!
This is a rare opportunity to own a great daily driving example of an original southern California 1969 Cadillac Coupe DeVille showing pride of ownership throughout with believed to be only 27K original miles in great driving and looking condition!]]>
Price: $12,500
Exterior Color: Black, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional example of this original southern California car and very rare and desirable all Black color 1994 Cadillac Eldorado Coupe with a low original 54K miles.
Obviously always garaged and with a clean CARFAX report showing no accident history whatsoever! Owned and driven by only obviously very careful and mature non-smoking owners/drivers since new - never abused - babied all the way!
The original 'Sable Black' color factory paint is in very fine condition as is the matching 'Black' leather interior which is in immaculate condition throughout and every option is working as it should including the ice-cold A/C.
This particular model must be seen to be believed and driven to be fully appreciated - the car drives as good as it looks with Cadillac's famous smooth and luxurious ride - no shakes or rattles and the considerable power of it's V8 engine purring almost imperceptibly under the hood! The engine is extremely strong and responsive with no oil leaks, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the temperature always remains cool. Drives virtually like a new car - you could hardly tell the difference!
Price: $19,500
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West Coast Classics are proud to present a beautiful example of this 1985 Cadillac Brougham d'Elegance 4.1L V8 sedan in its original 'Dark Red' (color code 79) paint with a matching 'Dark Red' Velour heather cloth interior and with only 59K original miles!
The car has rare factory added options including:
D'Elegance Package with Brougham button tufted Venetian velour heather cloth pillow style seating
Special Door pull handles
D'Elegance script on glovebox and on outside rear sail panels
Wire Wheels Discs
AM/FM Radio Cassette
Tilt Steering & Telescope
Electronic Level Control
Cruise Control
Rear Electronic Heated Outside Mirrors & Window Defogger
Illuminated Vannity Mirrors
Garage Opener Transmittor
Electric Mirrors
Twilight Sentinel
Power Trunk Lid Pull Down
Trunk Mate
Door Edge Guards
and standard options including:
4.1L V8 4BBL engine
4 spd automatic transmission with Overdrive
Power Brakes
Power Steering
Electronic Climate Control
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Dual Comfort Front Seats
6 Way Power Driver Seat
Full Vinyl Roof
Opera Lamps
Accent Moldings
Illuminated Entry System
Soft Ray Glass
Remote Control Mirros
Automatic Antenna
Lamp Monitors
Cornering Lamps
Automatic Parking Brake release
Obviously always garaged and with no accidents, for all intents and purposes a superbly kept and well maintained car! Owned and driven by only one obviously very careful and mature drivers since new - never abused - babied all the way!
The original 'Dark Red' factory color paint is in very good condition and the matching and all original 'Dark Red' button tufted seats and interior is also in quite exceptional condition throughout with virtually no signs of wear. Every option is working as it should including the ice-cold A/C.
This particular model must be seen and driven to be fully appreciated - the car drives as good as it looks with Cadillac's famous smooth and luxurious ride - no shakes or rattles and the considerable power of it's 4.1 litre 4BBL V8 engine purring almost imperceptibly under the hood! The engine is extremely strong and responsive, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the temperature always remains cool.
The Cadillac Brougham was a line of luxury cars manufactured by the Cadillac Motor Car Division of General Motors from the 1987 through 1992 model years and was previously sold from 1977 to 1986 as the Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham. The optional "d'Elegance" trim package introduced during the Fleetwood era remained available. The optional "d'Elegance" package introduced in the upscale Fleetwood trim line in the 1970s, offering even more luxurious appointments, including button-tufted seating and rear-seat reading lamps. Being body-on-frame, it was popular among coachbuilders who manufactured stretched limos and by Cadillac buyers who preferred the familiar combination of exterior size, heft, rear-wheel drive and an optional Chevrolet 350 V8.
This is one very unique and ridiculously spacious and comfortable car with no real rivals in it's class - the real deal for a grand touring or long distance cruising sedan for ultimate luxury and comfort and this must surely be one of the finest examples available anywhere with low original miles of a primarily always dealer maintained and serviced flagship Cadillac 'Brougham d'Elegance' edition model with only 59K original miles available on the market anywhere today!
]]>The car has rare factory added options including:
D'Elegance Package with Brougham button tufted Venetian velour heather cloth pillow style seating
Special Door pull handles
D'Elegance script on glovebox and on outside rear sail panels
Wire Wheels Discs
AM/FM Radio Cassette
Tilt Steering & Telescope
Electronic Level Control
Cruise Control
Rear Electronic Heated Outside Mirrors & Window Defogger
Illuminated Vannity Mirrors
Garage Opener Transmittor
Electric Mirrors
Twilight Sentinel
Power Trunk Lid Pull Down
Trunk Mate
Door Edge Guards
and standard options including:
4.1L V8 4BBL engine
4 spd automatic transmission with Overdrive
Power Brakes
Power Steering
Electronic Climate Control
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Dual Comfort Front Seats
6 Way Power Driver Seat
Full Vinyl Roof
Opera Lamps
Accent Moldings
Illuminated Entry System
Soft Ray Glass
Remote Control Mirros
Automatic Antenna
Lamp Monitors
Cornering Lamps
Automatic Parking Brake release
Obviously always garaged and with no accidents, for all intents and purposes a superbly kept and well maintained car! Owned and driven by only one obviously very careful and mature drivers since new - never abused - babied all the way!
The original 'Dark Red' factory color paint is in very good condition and the matching and all original 'Dark Red' button tufted seats and interior is also in quite exceptional condition throughout with virtually no signs of wear. Every option is working as it should including the ice-cold A/C.
This particular model must be seen and driven to be fully appreciated - the car drives as good as it looks with Cadillac's famous smooth and luxurious ride - no shakes or rattles and the considerable power of it's 4.1 litre 4BBL V8 engine purring almost imperceptibly under the hood! The engine is extremely strong and responsive, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the temperature always remains cool.
The Cadillac Brougham was a line of luxury cars manufactured by the Cadillac Motor Car Division of General Motors from the 1987 through 1992 model years and was previously sold from 1977 to 1986 as the Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham. The optional "d'Elegance" trim package introduced during the Fleetwood era remained available. The optional "d'Elegance" package introduced in the upscale Fleetwood trim line in the 1970s, offering even more luxurious appointments, including button-tufted seating and rear-seat reading lamps. Being body-on-frame, it was popular among coachbuilders who manufactured stretched limos and by Cadillac buyers who preferred the familiar combination of exterior size, heft, rear-wheel drive and an optional Chevrolet 350 V8.
This is one very unique and ridiculously spacious and comfortable car with no real rivals in it's class - the real deal for a grand touring or long distance cruising sedan for ultimate luxury and comfort and this must surely be one of the finest examples available anywhere with low original miles of a primarily always dealer maintained and serviced flagship Cadillac 'Brougham d'Elegance' edition model with only 59K original miles available on the market anywhere today!
Price: $19,500
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West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely stunning and exceptional example of this original low mileage and beautifully kept all original 1985 Cadillac Seville 4.1L V8 'Slantback' Sedan with only 77K original miles in a striking 'Black over Gold' color with a Tan leather interior!
Obviously always garaged with no history of any accidents or damage and owned and driven by only obviously very careful and mature non-smoking driver's since new - never abused - babied all the way! The original factory 'Metallic Gold over Black' two-tone color paint is extraordinarily striking and in very good condition with the 'Tan' leather seats with matching carpets and dashboard with wood inlays interior which is in immaculate condition throughout with virtually no signs of wear and every option is working.
This particular model must be seen to be believed and driven to be fully appreciated - the car drives as good as it looks with Cadillac's famous smooth and luxurious ride - no shakes or rattles and the considerable power of it's 4.1 litre V8 engine purring almost imperceptibly under the hood! The engine is extremely strong and responsive with no oil leaks, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the temperature always remains cool. Drives virtually like a new car - you could hardly tell the difference and please note that the car has a clean CARFAX report.
This is one very unique and ridiculously spacious and comfortable car with no rivals in it's class - the real deal for a grand touring or long distance cruising in both luxury and comfort! This must surely be one of the finest and very rare example's of this low mileage and well maintained 1985 Cadillac Seville 'Slantback' Sedan models available on the market anywhere today!]]>
Price: $22,500
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West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely stunning and exceptional example of this original low mileage and original southern California owner and beautifully kept all original 1986 Cadillac Seville 4.1L V8 Sedan with only 23K original miles in a striking Two-Tone color with a Burgundy leather interior!
Obviously always garaged with no history of any accidents or damage and owned and driven by only obviously very careful and mature non-smoking driver's since new - never abused - babied all the way! The original factory Two Tone color paint is extraordinarily striking and in very good condition with the 'burgundy' leather seats with matching carpets and dashboard with wood inlays interior which is in immaculate condition throughout with virtually no signs of wear and every option is working.
This particular model must be seen to be believed and driven to be fully appreciated - the car drives as good as it looks with Cadillac's famous smooth and luxurious ride - no shakes or rattles and the considerable power of it's 4.1 litre V8 engine purring almost imperceptibly under the hood! The engine is extremely strong and responsive with no oil leaks, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the temperature always remains cool. Drives virtually like a new car - you could hardly tell the difference and please note that the car has a clean CARFAX report.
This is one very unique and ridiculously spacious and comfortable car with no rivals in it's class - the real deal for a grand touring or long distance cruising in both luxury and comfort! This must surely be one of the finest and very rare example's of this low 23K original mileage and well maintained 1986 Cadillac Seville Sedan models available on the market anywhere today!
]]>Obviously always garaged with no history of any accidents or damage and owned and driven by only obviously very careful and mature non-smoking driver's since new - never abused - babied all the way! The original factory Two Tone color paint is extraordinarily striking and in very good condition with the 'burgundy' leather seats with matching carpets and dashboard with wood inlays interior which is in immaculate condition throughout with virtually no signs of wear and every option is working.
This particular model must be seen to be believed and driven to be fully appreciated - the car drives as good as it looks with Cadillac's famous smooth and luxurious ride - no shakes or rattles and the considerable power of it's 4.1 litre V8 engine purring almost imperceptibly under the hood! The engine is extremely strong and responsive with no oil leaks, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the temperature always remains cool. Drives virtually like a new car - you could hardly tell the difference and please note that the car has a clean CARFAX report.
This is one very unique and ridiculously spacious and comfortable car with no rivals in it's class - the real deal for a grand touring or long distance cruising in both luxury and comfort! This must surely be one of the finest and very rare example's of this low 23K original mileage and well maintained 1986 Cadillac Seville Sedan models available on the market anywhere today!
Price: $49,500
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West Coast Classics are proud to present this 1965 Chevrolet Biscayne which is finished in a two-tone 'Turquoise over Black' custom paint color with a matching two-tone tweed and vinyl interior and formerly owned by NASCAR driver and Hall of Fame Inductee Dale Earnhardt Jr being offered for sale with a preserved title from Dale Earnhardt Jrs ownership and a copy of the July 2000 Super Chevrolet showcasing the vehicle on the cover. While owned by Dale Earnhardt Jr. this car was featured in a interview with renown American DJ/record producer and Ford Motor Company design customizer 'Funkmaster Flex' conducted with Earnhardt Jr's collection.
Earnhardt Jr loved this car and explains in the interview how hard it was to find and track down after seeing it on the cover of the July 2000 edition of 'Super Chevy' car magazine, only one year after it was built, taking him over two years to eventually track it down and buy it. He loved how rare it was and how it had been completely trimmed down with rear view side mirrors, no ac, etc. Of all the cars in Earnhardt's personal collection, this is his car of choice for his test drive with Funkmaster Flex, as can be seen in the video attached below.
Originally built in 1999, power comes from a 454ci big-block V8 engine mated to a 4-speed GM 700R4 automatic overdrive transmission, equipped with a shift kit. Performance upgrades include a 'Weiand Stealth' intake manifold, Holley Carburetor, Howe Racing aluminum radiator, Hooker competitor headers, and a stainless steel exhaust system.
The body of the Biscayne is finished in a custom two-tone scheme featuring Black on the roof and upper half of the body with Turquoise on the lower half. A Silver horizontal stripe runs around the car to divide the two colors with Blue scallops on the rear quarters. To match the body, both bumpers and the grille have been refinished in Turquoise, while all the badging, window trim and chrome have been refinished in Black. Panel fitment and gaps are uniform across doors, panels, trunk and fiberglass hood. Additional features include a raised hood center section with imitation cowl induction scoop, hood pins, and Corvette flag emblems on the fenders.
Polished Torque-Thrust style wheels measure 18" in the front with 245/40 tires while the rear features 20" wheels wrapped in 275/35 tires. Dust covers emulating drilled disc brake rotors are equipped behind all four wheels, seller states the car has front disc brakes while rear braking is handled by factory drums.
The interior features power-adjustable front bucket seats upholstered in Black tweed with Turquoise tweed insert and black vinyl side. Custom door panels are fitted to match with machined billet armrests and cranks for side and vent windows. A custom fabricated center console covered in black tweed with simulated carbon-fiber trim panel is mounted between the bucket seats, housing the CD changer, a pair of cupholders, and a storage box. The upgraded stereo system features a Sony CDX-C6750 head unit in the dash, 4 interior speakers along with dual Rockford Fosgate amplifiers, and a subwoofer fitted in the fully upholstered trunk.
A 3-spoke Billet Specialties steering wheel is mounted to a tilt steering column with a billet gear selector. The original gauges have been replaced with AutoMeter Pro-Comp Ultralight gauges surrounded by a carbon-fiber trim panel. A 120mph speedometer is featured along with a 10k rpm tachometer. Additional gauges include fuel, water temperature, oil pressure, and voltage. The dash has been finished in turquoise to match the exterior.
The Biscayne is powered by a 454ci Chevrolet V8 bored .060 over and equipped with Weiand Stealth high-rise intake manifold, Holley 650cfm carburetor, MSD ignition, and cast iron heads with roller rockers. Cooling is provided by a Howe Racing aluminum radiator with electric fans and the exhaust system features a set of Hooker competition headers with 3" stainless pipes and resonators. A billet aluminum air cleaner has been installed along with billet valve covers, transmission dipstick, and serpentine pulleys with chrome alternator. A 700R4 automatic overdrive transmission with shift kit and 3000rpm stall converter transfers the power to a 12-bolt rear with a 4.56:1 posi-traction differential. Recent service work includes an oil change and tune-up.
The suspension consists of the factory style stamped control arms in the front with drop spindles and lowering springs. The rear utilizes a factory trailing arm with a torsion bar and lowering springs. Additional underside photos are available in the gallery.
The car was originally built by Todd Nelson of Land O' Lakes Florida in 1999 and featured on the cover of the July 2000 Super Chevy magazine. The car was later acquired by Dale Earnhardt Jr. and subsequently featured in an episode of the TV "Ride with Funkmaster Flex" originally airing in June of 2004 in which Earnhardrt Jr. and the host can be seen driving the car during an interview. Included in the sale is a laminated North Carolina title in Dale Earnhardt Jr's name with signature and a copy of the July 2000 issue of Super Chevy magazine.
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Price: $39,500
Exterior Color: Teal, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present a beautiful and very well preserved old restoration example of this 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible with a 230 c.i. 6 cylinder engine matched to an automatic transmission in a striking combination of its original 'Tripoli Turquoise Poly' factory color paint (code K2) with a Black convertible top and matched to its original 'Black' standard interior (trim code 712) with power drum brakes & Rally wheels!
There is no evidence of any rust or major accidents. The car has all its original solid and rust free floor boards and and the condition of the interior, trim and glass is all excellent. This engine is extremely strong and responsive with excellent oil pressure and no noticeable oil leaks and which sounds absolutely magnificent, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the engine temperature always remains cool.
The massive success that was Fords Mustang did not go unnoticed by the folks over at Chevrolet. Looking to capture a share of the burgeoning pony car market, Chevrolets answer to the Mustang was the Camaro. Making its debut in September of 1966 the Camaro, like the Mustang, was available in a wide array of options and body styles. Introduced two years after the Mustang, Chevrolet realized that to pose a serious threat, merely introducing the Camaro would not be enough - a car capable of beating the Mustang at the racetrack was needed if the Camaro was to stand a chance against the widely popular Mustang and thus the Z28 was born.
This is one very fine daily driving example of an increasingly collectible and desirable 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible in unabused and mostly all original and stock good condition; these are very rare American classic cars and will always be internationally respected and desired by any classic American classic car or Camaro enthusiast! This is therefore one daily head-turning condition example of an all time classic America icon!]]>
Price: $79,500
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1969 CHEVROLET CAMARO CUSTOM COUPE
350 V8 (CASTING # 3970010) WITH A 4 SPD MANUAL TRANSMISSION
12 BOLT REAR END
HOUNDSTOOTH INTERIOR]]>
Price: $119,500
Exterior Color: Blue, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 2 Door Hardtop with a no expense spared custom build with a 502 c.i. 508HP V8 fuel injected engine matched to a 5 speed Tremec manual transmission and presented in striking 'Midnight Blue' paint.
The car was purchased in 2021 for almost $100K from the renown 'Rick Treworgy's Muscle Car City' collection auction, which was being represented by the renown 'Mecum Classic Car Auctions' in Punta Gorda, FL, and which was listed as a frame-up restoration on an original 454/270HP V8 Big Block true factory W code car with a Cowl Induction hood and 12 bolt Positraction rear end with rear sway bar and with a 4 speed manual transmission with factory air conditioning, power steering, power brakes, soft ray tinted glass, AM/FM radio and deluxe safety belts with shoulder harnesses and bucket seats with console.
The buyer proceeded to upgrade the car further with no expense spared at the renown 'Brauns Motorsports', of Lomita, CA and we have all the invoices from the shop for the work performed since that purchase.
The upgrades included the following:
GM crate 502ci engine with 508hp/580 ft lbs torque, 4 bolt main block, forged steel crank, forged aluminum pistons, 9.6-1 comp
Tremec 5spd manual transmission with Mcleod 11 clutch.
Engine chassis dyno tuned.
Edelbrock Proflow 4 fuel injection,
GM 12 Bolt Differential with 3:73 Positraction Rear End,
Functional cowl induction,
Tanks in fuel tank, intank fuel pump, all s/stl 3/8 fuel line, 40mocron filter, Aeromotive fuel pressure regulator.
Mattson Dual Fan 4 row radiator, Hi flow water pump, ceramic coated exhaust headers, custom 3# stainless steel dual exhaust.
Power assist front disc brakes, brake calipers, disc pads, rear brake shoes, brake hardware,w/cylinders, m/cylinder brake hose, brake flush.
Complete Vintage AC rebuild includes; evaporator, heater core exp valve, compressor, condenser, all hoses, R134a freon.
New battery, cables, 140a alt & wiring, Dakota analog dash cluster, Retro sound system stereo 100 watts, (4) speakers
New custom center console with Dakota digital gauges, 2 cup holder, custom factory steering wheel.
4 x 255/60r15 Goodyear tires, custom front suspension rebuild w/Global West lower control arms,
Power steering with rebuild PS gear box, PS hoses,1 1/8 sway bar, front wheel alignment
Front seat rails modified for addition rear movement, all seat belts functional.
Retro Sound XM Sirius Radio
The build has less than 1500 miles.
The Chevrolet Chevelle needs no introduction and is legendary amongst muscle car enthusiasts as a rugged car and therefore a perfect candidate for customizing with this particular 1972 Chevy Chevelle 2 Door Hardtop Custom being one of the most unique and seriously striking well built customs available anywhere but which is still immediately recognizable as the iconic '72 Chevelle that she is and turns heads wherever she goes!
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Price: $26,500
Exterior Color: Silver, Interior Color: Red
West Coast Classics are proud to present a great daily driving example's of this '25th Anniversary' 1978 Chevrolet Corvette 350 V8 coupe in original 'Silver Anniversary' (code 13/07) paint over Red leather (trim 722) interior with new Red cut-pile carpets and original alloy wheels and its original matching CUT suffix code # 350 V8 engine and original factory options including automatic transmission, power disc brakes, power steering, power windows, AM/FM radio with power antenna and dual rear speakers, removable 'Smoke Gray' glass T-Tops and air conditioning!
'America's only true sports car' was 25 years old in 1978 and Chevrolet observed the milestone by fitting a special commemorative emblem to all Corvettes that year. This particular example's 'Silver Anniversary' edition is very striking and the car's original Red leather interior and trim is also in very good condition throughout in rare all original and stock shape with its original factory radio!
The car will be sold with extra keys and owners manual, and a thick file of service records showing at no time was any expense spared on this particular car's preventive maintenance history, The car received a full recent service at 63,282 miles (100 miles ago) at 'Newman Motorsports' of Upland, CA where the car has been serviced for many years, and also passed its CA smog certification. The engine was also rebuilt at 62,396 miles at 'One Stop Motors' of Upland, CA in 2021 with engine removed and disassembled, machine shop reconditioning the heads and replacing the pistons. New pistons at .030. (Cost $7,919.43)
The car is an absolute pleasure to drive without any of the older Corvette typical shakes or rattles - a great daily driver that will give any modern day sports car a run for its money!]]>
Price: $79,500
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West Coast Classics are proud to present this extraordinary AACA 'Grand National Award Winning' example of a 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster 216 CID 6 cyl 'Woody' Wagon in original 'Oxford Maroon'!
Advertised in 1948 as an 8 passenger, 4 door, 7 window woody with drop & lift rear gates these desirable wagons found niche buyers in parts of the USA. Throughout the 3 years of production the station wagon was the rarest of body styles. This particular example was the recipient of a no expense spared restoration in the early 1990's. Following the restoration the car was entered into AACA events and won Grand national honors.
This 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Woody Wagon is an example of arguably the most now iconic and desirable body style of this generation, the Estate Wagon. Wood-bodied construction was nearing the end of its popularity, and this generation of woody wagons showed how well integrated the wood could be with more modern styling. Its older restoration shows very well, with a lovely finish on its wood surfaces including the veneered door panels and interior trim. A previous AACA 'Grand National Award Winner', this example is sure to be a welcome addition at the home of its next steward.
Postwar continuation of the basic 1942 design but with the grille now going full width in 1947 before going ornate in 1948. The 1948 therefore is clearly more desirable than the earlier 1946-47 model and a very rare and collectible model today, especially in Woody wagon form! In '48 the Fleetmaster was chosen as the Official Pace Car of the Indianapolis 500 Race, Chevy's very first time being selected as the official pace car.
Standard equipment included adjustable front seat, front rubber floor mats, rubber covered running boards, front door armrests, dome light, clock, dual sun visors, deluxe steering wheel, window frame and beltline moldings, steel cowl, windshield pillars and underbody with mahogany and natural wood finish framework, reinforced leatherette top, single tail and stop light, and major options included deluxe in dash heater & defroster, windshield washer, deluxe pushbutton radio, radio antenna, hubcaps, wheel trim rings & whitewall sidewall discs.
The car includes all its original features including its original Maroon hood, fenders and roof with correct ash and mahogany wood panels, and is equipped with its original and rebuilt 216.5 c.i. 'Stovebolt' inline 6 cylinder engine, 3 speed column shift manual transmission, turn signals, heater with two-speed blower, pushbutton AM radio, a fully functional dash clock, fender skirts, Firestone Deluxe Champion wide white walls, bumper guards and fender stone guards, rear under seat storage compartments to hold the tool kit and lug wrench. Of special note is the LOF Hi-Test Safety Plate glass that is date coded to 1948!
In addition there is a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania inspection sticker on the front windshield dated from 9/25/1948 and the car resided in PA for almost its whole life, having been bought new in Philipsburg by its first owner who owned the car for some 5 years until being purchased by its second PA owner, the late and legendary Harold Zulick who was both an avid and well known and respected collector and long time AACA & CCCA member and who was to go on to own the car for some 55 years and who commissioned the no expense spared restoration in the early 1990's. Following this thorough and complete no expense spared restoration the car was entered and displayed in AACA (Antique Automobile Club of America) events and won Grand national honors including in 1991 the highest award possible; "THE AACA GRAND NATIONAL WINNER'!
The car was sold by 'Auctions America' at their Ft Lauderdale, FL auction in 2012 for $91,300 before eventually in the year 2020 the wagon was acquired by a southern California enthusiast who went onto restore the car further; restaining the clearcoat after stripping the wood, installed vintage air conditioning with condenser and electric fan, converted to 12 volt with alternator and new A6M battery, rechromed the grille and bumpers, new Coker whitewall tires with 7" Artillery powder coated wheels & accessory steering wheel ETC.
For fans of genuine wood-bodied wagons, this 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Woody Wagon is amongst the absolute pinnacles of desirability.
If you're under 30 years old, you may not understand why cars like this 1948 Chevrolet Woody Wagon speak to collectors here in the 21st century. Everyone else, however, remembers spending awesome summer vacations in cars very much like this, travelling the country and seeing why America is great. And if family travelling by highway was your thing, the woody wagon represented first class accommodations that were unmatched by just about everything else. In short, these were the finest, most luxurious wagons ever to be built in America and everyone knew it.
The car reportedly came from the factory with 'Oxford Maroon' paint, and thats what its wearing today. Its a lovely Maroon that glows in the sunlight and contrasts brilliantly with the restored woodwork that makes this wagon so dramatic. The integration of wagon bodywork with the steel panels is seamless, creating a sleek profile that looks expensive from any angle. Of note, it appears that the woodwork is the product of an older restoration and mostly all original, with a soft golden hue that comes from some beautiful maturity, although every piece has a glowing layer of varnish and which has been recently clear-coated to keep it looking its best for years to come. The doors fit well and close with authority (no swollen joints here) and the mammoth hood, which opens from both sides, sits neatly between the fenders.
All of the chrome and stainless trim on the car has been recently and expensively restored, from the toothy grille to the massive bumpers to the lovely taillights out back. The stainless trim along the flanks has been fully polished and the tailgate hardware is virtually irreplaceable, but fortunately the hinges and handles are in excellent condition.
For sheer eyeball appeal, its hard to beat the Oxford Maroon over a Dark Tan leather interior in a Woody wagon, and this cars passenger compartment is the pinnacle of late-40s style and elegance. Beautiful mahogany door panels and leather upholstery remain in excellent condition with almost no signs of wear. The driver sits behind a massive steering wheel that makes guiding this big car effortless and gauges are arrayed in round pods, with the speedometer front and center and auxiliary dials on either side with the clock on the passenger side with the AM radio in the center of the dash.
With a quality restoration performed some years ago and recent expensive refurbishments, and enough driving to ensure that it is definitely properly sorted and dialed in, this is an excellent example thats ready to use and enjoy and to win some shows immediately! These rarely come to market, so its a genuine honor to have it in our inventory, and we invite you to come see and drive it, because thats really the best way to appreciate these wonderful machines.
Price: $119,500
Exterior Color: White, Interior Color:
West Coast Classics presents are proud to present an exceptional example of this 1961 Chevrolet Impala 2 door Convertible with the 283 c.i. V8 engine matched to a 2 speed automatic transmission finished in its original 'Ermine White' factory color (code 936) paint and original 'Red & Ivory' (trim code 874) interior and original Black color power operated soft top with 14" wheels with chrome hubcaps, Coker whitewall tires, four wheel hydraulic drum brakes, fenders skirts, power steering and push button AM radio.
The 1961 full-size Chevrolet model was totally revamped for the new year. As with all other full-size GM lines, the new cars finally finished with the knee-banger, wrap around windshields and tailfins and shed some of the length and width that had been popular in the prior three years. The front end sported a full width grille with dual headlamps mounted at each end with the turn signals and parking lamps mounted above the headlamps. The car boasted all the regular Bel Air equipment plus Nylon pattern cloth seats, electric clock, full carpeting and dual backup lights.
The Impala was restyled on the existing GM B platform for 1961. The new body styling was more trim and boxy than the 1958-60 models. Sport Coupe models featured a 'bubbleback' roof line style for '61 and a unique model, the 2-door pillared sedan, was available for 1961 only. It was rarely ordered and a scarce collectible today. The rare Super Sport (SS) option debuted for 1961 and was retired in 1968. The 1962 model featured new 'C' pillar styling for all models except the 4-door hardtop 'Sport Sedan.' Sport Coupe models now featured the 'convertible roof' styling, shared with other GM 'B' full size hardtop coupes.
This car must be seen and driven to be fully appreciated - the engine is extremely strong and responsive, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the engine temperature always remains cool. The car's re-paint is of a very high quality and in very fine shape and the car has very few flaws.
In summary, this is a wonderful example of a very striking 1961 Chevrolet Impala 2 Door Convertible in turn-key ready daily driving and daily head-turning condition, most definitely one very collectible and attractive all American classic car!
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Price: $79,500
Exterior Color: Green, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional exampole of this fully restored 1950 Chevrolet Special Fleetline 2 Door Sedan Custom in original factory 'Mist Green' color with all new for 2024:
- Holley Sniper Fuel Injection System with distributor, ignition coil and ignition box
- Aeromotive Phantom 340lph in tank fuel pump with fuel filter, regular and AN hose & fittings
- Aluminum Radiator, relay and breaker, heater control valve
- Coolant Radiator Flush
- Brake Adjustment
- Kicker coaxial Speakers 6.5 in
- A/C Recharged 135a refrigerant
- Brake refurbish with Corvette Master Cylinder and Motul dot 5.1 brake fluid
- Upgraded Headlights to Hella Headlights and LED Bulbs
- Installed new seatbelts in the rear
- New tires and balancing
Front: Mickey Thomspon Sportsman S/R Tires 255649
Rear: Mickey Thompson Sportsman S/R Tires 255649 - Rear differential refurbish with replacement gasket
- Intake manifold repair and replacement of gaskets and cleaning
- Starter replacement,
- Chevy block crate engine
- Fuel Injection System
- A/C Air Conditioning
- American Racing wheels & New tires
- Pioneer GPS head unit
- Bluetooth handsfree calling with microphone installed
- Pop Doors
- Pop Trunk
- Customer Coupe design with exterior handle delete
- Full leather interior
- Custom Dolphin Gauge Cluster
- LED Headlights
- Leather lined trunk with custom leather carpeted floor
- Clean Chrome bumpers
- Manual battery cutoff switch
- 2 remotes for pop doors
- Backup pop door open button
Price: $119,500
Exterior Color: Gray, Interior Color: Gray
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this extraordinarily rare 1936 Chrysler Airflow Series C11 Custom Imperial Sedan (1 of reportedly only 38 built in the sole 1936 production year and thought to be one of only two now remaining) with its original 323.5 CID inline 8 cylinder L Head engine matched to a 3-speed manual Warner automatic overdrive transmission.
In 1934 Chrysler introduced an entirely new kind of automobile, the Airflow. Chrysler engineers streamlined an entirely new automobile, testing the configurations in a wind tunnel, with the help of the legendary Orville Wright! These engineers also rearranged the structure of the new car for improved riding comfort to be the most modern of its day! By moving then engine forward and increasing the length of the front springs and the seats positioning between the axles, road shocks were sharply reduced on the passengers.
Six-cylinder Airflow DeSotos were available in 2-door coupes and 4-door sedan configurations. The larger Chrysler Airflows had the 8-cylinder variant engine and the Imperial model had a slightly longer wheelbase. The cars proved very expensive to build and the smaller DeSoto Airflows were discontinued after 1936 and the 8 cylinder Chryslers after 1937. Recent reports from the Airflow Club show very few survivors today.
Chrysler also offered two custom versions of the Airflow Imperials. The larger series, designated CW, were taller, wider and longer than the production cars and equipped with larger engines and heavier running gear and shared almost no components of the other models. Up to 100 Airflow CWs were built with about 8 know to still exist today.
Aside from the CWs Chrysler set aside a few of these Imperial models for LeBaron conversion to the 'Custom Imperial'. This conversion consisted on a 9" stretch of the chassis and an equivalent lengthening of the Imperial body, with the extra length for the rear passenger area. For 1936 the LeBaron cars were named the Series C11.
Chrysler historical records show that 75 serial numbers were set aside for the C11, 38 of them for the sedan and 37 for the limousine, which had a divider partition with roll down window separating the rear passenger compartment from the driver's seat. Chrysler shipping records show that only 62 were actually built and shipped.
The Airflow Club of America established in 1962 had reports of only 3 x C11s still known to be in existence. One was reportedly dismantled before 1968. One is a limousine currently in Australia and this subject C11 sedan car is the third. Therefore, it's likely to be the one surviving C11 sedan available anywhere in the world today!
The Chrysler LeBaron models (for 1936 the C11s and CWs) were sold as special order custom coachbuilt cars. Dealers or purchasers could order the cars with interior appointments and paint colors to order. In place of the usual exterior and interior trim codes shown on the body data this C11 shows only the order number. Authentic restoration therefore permits use of any period correct paint colors as well as fabric or leather trim.
Surviving information about C11s include sales brochures, maintenance manuals and parts lists, each of which provides specific details of the cars. The build history for 7809320 was obtained from the Fiat-Chrysler Historical Society and shows the car was shipped to 'J.B. Martin', a Chrysler dealer in Harrisburg, PA. The build date was June 22nd, 1936. The body number 231-64 was built by 'Briggs' and shipment was by boat. It was equipped with engine number C11-1072 and an overdrive transmission. Gear ratio was 4.33:1. Options on this car included a special steering wheel and six road wheels. Like all Airflows it had Duplate safety glass.
According to Airflow Club records 7803920 was first reported to the club sometime before 1969 in Lancaster County, PA. From at least 1969 until 1975 it belonged to Airflow collector and dealer Paul Stern, who sold it to Ken Curtis of Raleigh, NC. Ken sold it to Ray Harmuth Sr in 1992, some 17 years later. Mr Harmuth Sr had restoration work performed on the chassis and body by Gary Hoover of Alliance, OH. In approximately 2004, Ray Harmuth Jr, inherited the car from his father. When Mr Harmuth passed in 2019 his widow sold the car to Jon Clulow of Pasadena, MD and John Boyd of San Diego, CA. Included in the sale were many new and used replacement parts for the Airflow.
Mr Clulow has been a member of the Airflow Club for many years and is very experienced in Airflow restoration. He undertook to restore the car again using the parts it came with along with parts from his own extensive collection. Jon oversaw a complete professional engine overhaul on the original matching numbers C11-1072 engine, performed by Rockville Ring & Bearing in Rockville, MD. New bearings for cam, crankshaft and rods, valves, tappets, guides, pistons and rings were installed. The block was thoroughly cleaned and checked for cracks, cylinders were bored .020 over, the new crankshaft bearings were line-bored, and the block was decked. A newly cast, original mold alloy Airflow cylinderhead was obtained from the Airflow Club parts store. The transmission used was an overhauled unit taken from a driving Chrysler Airflow. New rubber parts, brake shoes, weatherstrips, motor mounts and miscellaneous other parts collected by the car's previous owner were installed.
Once the car was completely reassembled, the car was transported from MD to CA for the disassembly for body repairs and refinishing. The body was finished at 'AG Body' in El Cajon, CA. The repair began with complete removal of the old paint and body filler. The car was sent to a specialist sand and blasting shop where it was completely blasted. Once done it became clear that any previous rust issues had been satisfactory repaired. The body was aligned, smoothed, filled and blocked, then painted with two-stage paint in a metallic Bronze-Gray finish, a period correct color, yet contemporarily stylish. The paint was color sanded and buffed to a high gloss. Meanwhile all exterior bright metal was sent to professional polishers and platers for refinishing. In Spring 2021 the exterior trim was installed and new Airflow Club reproduction hubcap skins were installed. New tires were purchased and mounted on the refinished wheels. Interior brightwork was finished in the Custom-Imperial appropriate satin chrome by 'Artistic Silver Plating' in Long Beach, CA and the dash was reassembled with refinished instruments and brightwork. Wheel trim and original style sunbursts in 'Casino Red' were applied by 'CSNRS Color Studio' in Santee, CA, who also refinished the steering wheel and radio blanking plate.
A new interior was constructed by Armando Moran of San Diego. Seat cushions were rebuilt and upholstered in a Blue'Gray leather. Matching door panels and wool headliner were also fabricated and installed. A coordinated Dark Gray was selected for the new carpet. Interior metal trim was refinished in Tuxedo Black. Armando followed the detail patterns from two original door panels that came with the car, and he fabricated wind lace, arm rests, visors, and rear seat passenger grab straps to the original patterns. He also finished the trunk and installed correct matting. Photos of the restoration from start to finish are available and will be included in the sale of the car.
The car has been shown at several judged meets since the restoration was completed. In two Spring 2022 judged shows; the first in Lake Las Vegas, NV (Antique Automobile Club of America) and the second in Rancho Santa Fe, CA (Classic Car Club of America) with the car winning FIRST IN CLASS at both shows, qualifying it for Senior Division in both clubs! At the 2023, 58th National Meet of the Airflow Club of America in Cambria, California, the car was awarded Best in Show and the Walter P. Chrysler Bowl.
Stats include:
323.5 CID Inline 8 cylinder L Head
130HP @ 3400 RPM, 250 lb ft @ 1600 RPM
Bore 3-1/4 in. Stroke 4-7/8 in
Main bearings: 5
Compression 6.5:1 std; 7.45:1 138HP optional
Material: cast iron block
Aluminum alloy cylinder head
Lubrication; pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pins
Carburetor: Stromberg EE-22
Transmission: 3 speed manual with Warner Automatic Overdrive
Differential: 4.33:1
Wheelbase: 137"
Brakes: 4 wheel hydraulic with vacuum power assist. 13" drums
Tires: 7.50 x 16
One of the last known remaining examples
One Of Only 38 C11 Custom Imperial Airflow Sedans Produced
Considered the most influential car of the 1930's, the Chrysler Airflow was the brainchild of Chrysler engineer, Carl Breer, who put into it the most modern concepts of automotive and aviation design. Airflow bodies were constructed around a cage-like steel girder network, to which the body panels were welded. The body and chassis were one integral unit, making the Airflow the forerunner of unibody construction. The unibody was so strong, that in a widely reported and now infamous publicity stunt, an Airflow was driven off a 100-foot cliff, bounced down the cliff face, landed on all four wheels, then promptly driven off under its own power.
The Custom Imperial was powered by Chryslers largest 323 cubic inch in-line eight, rated at over 130 horsepower. Wheelbase was a huge 137 inches. Weight was approximately 2 tons. 1936 starting price: $2,475. (A huge figure in that depression year). Although years ahead of its time, its advanced, extreme styling, and high cost hurt sales of the Airflow. Only 38 of the model you see here were built, making this a very rare car, indeed.
Chrysler's 1934 Airflow was a breakthrough in design. It incorporated a number of highly unusual and technically advanced features. Its breakthrough streamlined shape was developed in Chrysler's own wind tunnel. The wheels were located in the far corners of the body and the engine far forward to improve the ride. The chassis and body were a rigid, integrated structure. Regarded today as a milestone in engineering and an important example of Machine Age design, it proved to be more advanced than the American market, still struggling with the Depression in the middle years of the Thirties, could accept. Chrysler then did what it could to recoup its investment, retaining the Airflow's basic design and structure but giving it a more conventional look.
Produced by Chrysler from 1934 to 1937, the Airflow was the first full-size American production car to use streamlining as a basis for building a sleeker automobile, one less susceptible to air resistance. Today the Airflow is recognized as the most revolutionary and influential car of the 1930s. When it was introduced in 1934, it offered advanced features such as a wind-tunnel tested aerodynamic body design and unitized construction.
This delightful cruiser is a stunning example of Chryslers breakthrough art deco design and engineering. Though its Airflow was a commercial failure, Chryslers brave attempt at innovation made it one of the most important vehicle of the 1930s. Not only did the Chrysler Airflow lead the way in terms of aerodynamics streamlining as it was then called it was also among the first cars to incorporate a lightweight construction that presaged todays unibody vehicles.
The revolutionary concept was born when Chrysler engineer Carl Breer noticed the similarity between the shape of airplanes and birds, and he mused how archaic auto design was in comparison. With fellow Chrysler engineers Fred Zeder and Owen Skelton, he went to aviator Orville Wright, who understood more than a little about aerodynamics, to test models in a wind tunnel. The result was the Airflows ground-breaking streamlined design, which was sleeker and set lower to the ground than other American cars. The innovations didn't stop there. By moving the engine over the front axle, the Airflow gained additional interior space, while seating passengers between the front and rear wheels improved ride quality. The Airflow was a technological marvel with automatic overdrive and raked safety glass windshield.
Introduced at the 1934 New York Auto Show, the eight-cylinder Airflow caused a sensation. Orders for the revolutionary car poured in, and the Airflows complex construction was rushed. It eventually required expensive new tooling, which caused major assembly delays. After the initial spurt, sales were slow, and Chrysler ceased production of the landmark model in 1937. Despite the Airflows market failure, other manufacturers soon adopted the lighter weight steel body construction and better aerodynamics it pioneered. The spirit of the Airflow is a silent but important part of every car we drive today.
In summary, this striking classic and possibly the only remaining 1936 Chrysler C11 Imperial Airflow Sedan has very few miles since its full restoration completed under the supervision of one of the marque's foremost experts and enthusiasts. As offered, it is fully tuned, mechanically sound, and runs and drives wonderfully. Beauty, rarity, and splendor all come together in this magnificent Chrysler from the very heart of the classic art deco era of the 1930's and this highly desirable example is ready for touring or showing enjoyment as desired.
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Price: $17,500
Exterior Color: White, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely stunning and exceptional example of this original California low original mileage and beautifully kept all original 1981 Chrysler Imperial 'Cartier Edition' 2 Door Coupe with only 41K original miles and recently acquired from a long time southern California collector.
The 1981 Chrysler Imperial Cartier was a luxury car with a Mark Cross-designed interior and Cartier crystal accents. It was a two-door personal coupe with a long nose, short deck, and upright grille.
Interior: Mark Cross-designed interior with tufted-leather seats, carpet door panels, and velvet or Mark Cross leather trim
Exterior: Cartier crystal accents on the hood ornament, steering wheel, and B-pillar
Engine: 318 cubic-inch V-8 engine with 140 horsepower
Transmission: 3-speed automatic transmission
Suspension: Control arms in the front and rigid axle in the rear
Brakes: 10.8-inch vented disc brakes in the front and 10.0-inch drum brakes in the rear
This particular model must be seen and driven to be fully appreciated - the car drives as good as it looks with Chrysler's famous smooth and luxurious ride - no shakes or rattles and the considerable power of it's desirable 5.2L V8 engine purring almost imperceptibly under the hood! The engine is extremely strong and responsive with no oil leaks, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the temperature always remains cool. Drives virtually like a new car - you could hardly tell the difference!
This is one very unique and comfortable car - the real deal for a grand touring or long distance cruising for ultimate luxury and comfort and this must surely be one of the finest and very rare example's of this low mileage and well maintained 1981 Chrysler Imperial 'Cartier Edition' model with only 41K original miles available on the market anywhere today!
Price: $34,650
Exterior Color: Red, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional find of an original two owner southern California owner's car since new; a 1970 Datsun 240Z with its original 'Blue & Gold' California license plates, original 4 speed manual transmission and in the highly desirable rare 2 seat coupe body-style with its virtually all original black interior with all original service history in a super thick file of service records showing comprehensive maintenance through the years.
Amazingly, the Datsun 240Z (built between 1969-73) was voted by 'Sports Car International' the number two car on the list of the 'Top Sports Cars of the 1970's'! One of the most appealing Japanese cars ever produced, unfortunately they have largely disappeared from the roads almost entirely due to insurmountable rust issues of all the Japanese cars of this era making this early original southern California 1970 model all the more rare and unusual in its completely rust free and virtually all original condition apart from one repaint!
The first Japanese cars with definite milestone status with looks that took its cues from the best of the sixties, some E-Type, some 911, some Aston Martin DBS yet still an original and now becoming as collectible as the extremely rare Toyota 2000GT. The hot selling Datsun Z-car commands a large and fanatical following. It was a sensation when it hit the market at the astoundingly low price of $3,526 base price with a combination of style, performance and equipment that sent auto buyers into gales of praise and buyers streaming into Datsun showrooms. Though the original body-shell would be continued through larger engine displacements, as the 260Z and 280Z, these first 2.4L models are the enthusiasts choice.
They are way more handsome with a monocoque design chassis/body, without the later years (1974 and above) clumsy and heavy bumpers which added extra weight particularly to the front end and although built with larger engines actually reduced speed, whilst the powerful free revving engine of the early models performed delightfully with a top speed of 125mph.
Also, when most cars of the era were still using leaf springs, the 240Z had struts all around, making it outstanding in corners. The straight six engine was exceptionally strong with plenty of power and torque whilst returning good economy and reliability that has seen many examples easily pass 150,000 miles, if properly serviced!
As for the figures they speak volumes with the 240Z outselling the Jaguar E-Type two to one and in less than half the time and to underline its sports car status the 240Z accumulated a creditable cabinet of trophies including a 1-2 in the rugged 1971 East African Safari Rally and a repeat win in 1973!
This is a very nice daily driver example, reportedly owned since new by only two southern California owners, with service records and original documentation. There is a super thick file of service records showing that at no time was any expense spared on this particular vehicles preventive maintenance. The car has obviously always been garaged with no signs of any accidents and no rust.
The car has a presentable older repaint and the floor boards and trunk area are all remarkably completely original, solid and rust free. The car has it's original factory black interior and front seats which is also in remarkably good and mostly all original condition throughout with its original uncracked dash. The engine is extremely strong and the transmission shifts smoothly through all the gears, a simply lovely car to drive.
This is a rare opportunity to own a very rare and internationally desirable 1970 legendary Datsun 240Z 2 seat coupe model - owned by obviously only very mature driver/owners since new with the highly desirable 4 speed manual transmission!
Price: $39,500
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West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this obviously always beautifully well kept, garaged, cherished and recently restored rust free 1966 Dodge Charger 318 V8 4 2 Door Fastback Hardtop with a 3 Speed manual transmission and with 4 bucket seats with the rear seats folding flat for extra storage, retractable headlamps and power steering!
An obviously always garage kept example with the original floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas completely solid and rust-free. There are no signs that the car has had any accidents of any kind - obviously an always cherished car since new! The car looks very impressive and reportedly recently underwent a complete restoration in its original factory color 'Mauve Poly' (Color code 66-1) paint with its original 'White' (Trim code P4W) color bucket seat interior with Black carpeting. The car has all it's original logos and came factory equipped with the three-speed manual transmission. The dashboard, the headliner, the carpets and all the seats and all the chromework are in exceptional condition and the car has factory correct wheels and tires.
The 318 V8 engine is extremely strong and powerful and sounds absolutely magnificent! This particular car literally drives beautifully - must be driven to be appreciated - drives straight as an arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles - a truly remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day sports car a run for it's money! The transmission shifts smoothly through all the gears and the temperature always remains cool!
Based on the intermediate Coronet, the Charger created a sensation when it arrived in 1966. The dramatic fastback shape had flashy touches such as the hidden headlight grill and four bucket seat interior! Engines ranged from the 318 c.i. V8 unit to the 361 and 383 up to the 440 Magnum and the monster 425 bhp, 426 Hemi! This was Dodge's answer to the Plymouth Barracuda and the Ford Mustang, but on a much larger scale!
Based on the intermediate Coronet, the Charger created a sensation when it arrived in 1966. The dramatic fastback shape had flashy touches such as the hidden headlight grill and four bucket seat interior! Engines ranged from the 318 c.i. V8 unit to the 361 and 383 up to the 440 Magnum and the monster 425 bhp, 426 Hemi! This was Dodge's answer to the Plymouth Barracuda and the Ford Mustang, but on a much larger scale!
Price: $39,500
Exterior Color: Blue, Interior Color: White
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptionally straight and rust free and great daily driving survivor of this very rare and Galen Govier documented original Mopar - a mostly all original and stock 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 2 Door 383 c.i. V8 Convertible with the car's original and highly desirable upgrade 383/330HP 4 BBL V8 engine and rare 4 speed manual transmission!
This 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 383 4BBL V8 Convertible is one very rare MOPAR, W461229123 and documented in the Chrysler Registry. There were only 474 1965 383 4BBL Dodge Coronet 500 2 Door Convertible's built to USA specs with about 185 4 speeds and about 287 automatics. Canadian & export figures are unknown.
This particular example is #2 of 2 in sequence of 1965 383 4BBL Dodge Coronet 500 2 Door Convertibles registered and built at the Lynch Road, MI assembly plant and sold new in the U.S.A.
The 1965 Dodge street cars had a lot going for them, particularly the rebirth of the Coronet nameplate, which had last appeared in the late 1950s. The 65s had been restyled, and the Coronet title was riding on a 117 stock wheelbase with 204 overall length. This midsize model was available in the base Coronet (formerly Dodge 330 grade), mid-range Coronet 440 trim, and upscale Coronet 500 trim, like this particular example.
The new 500 model was added as a sporty top line model and the convertible model replaced the 440 2 Door Sedan in the Coronet 440 line. The 500 added vinyl bucket sports seats, center floor console, deluxe door armrests, padded instrument panel, and deluxe spinner wheel covers.
Standard equipment included:
CC-1 Light Blue Metallic Paint
(61 code) 383/325HP 4BBL Engine
Carter AFB 4 BBL carbs
4 speed manual transmission
Power Top
Front bucket seats
Dual exhausts
Padded dash
Bright Aluminum full length body side moulding
Electric windshield wipers
Full carpeting
Exterior bright trim around side windows & body sides
Back-up lights
Heater & Defroster
Compression Ratio 10.0:1
Final gear ration: 3.23:1
Correct Turquoise color engine
Power Steering ($67)
Music Master AM Radio ($45)
383/330HP V8 Engine ($267)
This car has been owned since new by obviously only very careful and mature owners and obviously has always been garaged from the elements and is 1 of only 185 built with a 4 speed manual transmissions, and has been fully documented by Galen Govier, the renown and recognized 'Godfather of Mopar Historical Records'.
The car boasts the 383/330HP 4 Barrel V8 engine with the correct (2468130) casting number and its original and legendary very rare 4 speed manual transmission. The car also boasts its original AM Music Master radio and heater. The car has a new battery, new fuel pump, new dual brake master cylinder, 15" chrome wheels with Red line radial tires.
This great driving 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 2 Door Convertible is a mostly all original rare survivor from this era and would make a wonderful daily driver for any Dodge or MOPAR enthusiast. The rebuilt 383 V8 engine runs strong and sounds absolutely magnificent and this particular car drives really well - must be driven to be appreciated - does not miss a beat and purrs like a kitten - a truly remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day car a run for it's money!
With very few remaining 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 2 Door Convertible with the desirable 383 V8 with 330HP and the very rare 4 speed manual transmission, this is an extremely unusual opportunity to own a great daily driving example of this rare and very desirable sixties MOPAR with power steering in very fine daily driving condition ready and for any classic American car or Mopar enthusiast to enjoy or collect today!
This 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 383 4BBL V8 Convertible is one very rare MOPAR, W461229123 and documented in the Chrysler Registry. There were only 474 1965 383 4BBL Dodge Coronet 500 2 Door Convertible's built to USA specs with about 185 4 speeds and about 287 automatics. Canadian & export figures are unknown.
This particular example is #2 of 2 in sequence of 1965 383 4BBL Dodge Coronet 500 2 Door Convertibles registered and built at the Lynch Road, MI assembly plant and sold new in the U.S.A.
The 1965 Dodge street cars had a lot going for them, particularly the rebirth of the Coronet nameplate, which had last appeared in the late 1950s. The 65s had been restyled, and the Coronet title was riding on a 117 stock wheelbase with 204 overall length. This midsize model was available in the base Coronet (formerly Dodge 330 grade), mid-range Coronet 440 trim, and upscale Coronet 500 trim, like this particular example.
The new 500 model was added as a sporty top line model and the convertible model replaced the 440 2 Door Sedan in the Coronet 440 line. The 500 added vinyl bucket sports seats, center floor console, deluxe door armrests, padded instrument panel, and deluxe spinner wheel covers.
Standard equipment included:
CC-1 Light Blue Metallic Paint
(61 code) 383/325HP 4BBL Engine
Carter AFB 4 BBL carbs
4 speed manual transmission
Power Top
Front bucket seats
Dual exhausts
Padded dash
Bright Aluminum full length body side moulding
Electric windshield wipers
Full carpeting
Exterior bright trim around side windows & body sides
Back-up lights
Heater & Defroster
Compression Ratio 10.0:1
Final gear ration: 3.23:1
Correct Turquoise color engine
Power Steering ($67)
Music Master AM Radio ($45)
383/330HP V8 Engine ($267)
This car has been owned since new by obviously only very careful and mature owners and obviously has always been garaged from the elements and is 1 of only 185 built with a 4 speed manual transmissions, and has been fully documented by Galen Govier, the renown and recognized 'Godfather of Mopar Historical Records'.
The car boasts the 383/330HP 4 Barrel V8 engine with the correct (2468130) casting number and its original and legendary very rare 4 speed manual transmission. The car also boasts its original AM Music Master radio and heater. The car has a new battery, new fuel pump, new dual brake master cylinder, 15" chrome wheels with Red line radial tires.
This great driving 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 2 Door Convertible is a mostly all original rare survivor from this era and would make a wonderful daily driver for any Dodge or MOPAR enthusiast. The rebuilt 383 V8 engine runs strong and sounds absolutely magnificent and this particular car drives really well - must be driven to be appreciated - does not miss a beat and purrs like a kitten - a truly remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day car a run for it's money!
With very few remaining 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 2 Door Convertible with the desirable 383 V8 with 330HP and the very rare 4 speed manual transmission, this is an extremely unusual opportunity to own a great daily driving example of this rare and very desirable sixties MOPAR with power steering in very fine daily driving condition ready and for any classic American car or Mopar enthusiast to enjoy or collect today!
Price: $19,500
Exterior Color: White, Interior Color: Red
West Coast Classics presents a very original surviving example of this 1967 Dodge Coronet 440 318/230HP 2 BBL V8 2 door Hardtop with original 'Torqueflite' automatic transmission in original 'White' (Paint code WW-1) color paint with original 'Red' (Trim Code R) interior.
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Exterior Color: Red, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present this one-of-a-kind custom because Dodge never produced a Super Bee convertible! This car started life as a Coronet 500 convertible, which is already rare because only a total of 924 were ever built in 1970, it has a 440CID stroked 6 Pack V8 engine matched to a 727 Torqueflite automatic transmission, air grabber hood & disc brakes.
This car was stripped to bare metal and built with only the best. The car was featured in "Mopar Collectors Guide" and was reportedly a show vehicle for Goodyear in the 2007 show season.
Features include a stroked 440 V8 engine with Barry Grant Six Shooter Six Pack carburetors. The engine produces approximately 600hp. It has a 727 TorqueFlite automatic with Gear Vendor overdrive, Ford 9" posi-traction with 3.73 gears, Hydroboost power Wilwood disc brakes on all four corners, Budnik wheels with Goodyear Eagle F1 tires, custom dash with Autometer gauges and in-dash DVD player with two screens, black leather interior with tan ostrich inlays, custom Alterkation front suspension with coilovers and power rack & pinion steering.
This is a rare opportunity to own a great daily driving and very striking example of a custom rebuilt with high performance upgrades 1970 Dodge Coronet 500 Custom Convertible in very striking condition throughout!
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Exterior Color: Gray, Interior Color: Gray-Light
West Coast Classics are proud to present this very striking example of this stylishly customized hot rod 1933 Dodge Series DP Custom LWB sedan with a Chevy 350 V8 small block engine rebored .030 over matched to a Turbo 350 automatic transmission and 9" rear end. This is an all steel, original frame, long wheelbase (71"W x 184"L) 4 door sedan which is has been very tastefully customized with no expense spared with only some 3,000 miles on the build. It sits low with the air dumped and has a super gangster look with suicide doors.
The car rides on 'Hiedts Superride' front suspension with sway bar and Air Ride Technologies Shockwaves rear suspension/Triangulated 4 bar with das control air pump with tank. The car stops using Wilwood front disc brakes with rear drums. The car has a standard rack and pinion steering hooked to a reworked stock steering column with Borgeson steering u-joints and a 'Griffen' radiator with air conditioning and heat!
Other upgrades include:
TRW Forged flat top pistons
268 Competition Cams camshaft, chrome moly pushrods
Stainless steel valves & competition cams roller tip rockers
Steel crank
Shotpeened rods with APR bolts
Heads are cast iron large chambered heads, pocket ported, matched with Bronze guides
High rise Edelbrock manifold with Demon carb
M.S.D. HEI Ignition
Coated headers
Flo-master mufflers
B&M modified click shifter with orig modified stick
9" Ford rear with 3.50 to 1 gear
A/C & Heat
Classic instrument guages, quad, speedo & tach
American Racing Polished aluminum wheels (15x7 rear, 14x6 front)
Haywire fuse panel & wire kit
The car is very striking with only some 3,000 miles on the build and drivetrain and is a very well built custom and which obviously sounds and drives absolutely magnificently - see the video on our You Tube Page on our website for visuals.
In summary this is one very fine example of a turn-key tastefully customized 1933 Dodge DP Custom Sedan which has a classic 1930's gangster look as well as with all the modern day custom upgrades and technical advances.
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Price: $69,500
Exterior Color: Red, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely stunning example of this increasingly collectible 1975 Ferrari Dino 308 GT4 2+2 V8 5spd Coupe in the beautiful and highly desirable color combination of original factory 'Rosso Corsa' (Racing Red) exterior paint with its all original Black leather seats with red piping interior and factory 14" Silver finished Campagnolo 5 spoke wheels with only some 60K original miles and 1 of only 2,826 DINO 308GT 2+2 models built between 1974-79!
This 1975 Ferrari Dino 308 GT4 is powered by its matching #'s 2.9-liter V8 producing 252hp, mated to the legendary 5-speed gated manual transmission. Finished in the classic 'Rosso Corsa' over Black with Red piping leather, this example is equipped with factory power windows, air conditioning, power brakes, power steering and a factory cassette player.
After 20 years of exclusive collaboration with Pininfarina, at the Paris Motor Show in 1973, Ferrari unveiled the Dino 308 GT4, a V8-engined 2+2 model designed by Pininfarina's local rivals, Bertone and to be marketed and sold as a 'Dino'. The Turin-based designer created an attractive model which was to be the marques first car with a mid-engine V-8 layout in a 2+2 body only some 4.3 metres long, an outstanding achievement.
This was to be the first Ferrari with a Bertone-designed body with 255 horsepower 3.0-litre V-8 engine, with gears shifted via the legendary gate shifted Ferrari five-speed manual transmission. The sharp lines and wedge-like shape contrasted with the curves of the earlier Dino-badged 246 GT, providing Ferrari with an angular 2+2 coupe to face off against the Lamborghini Urracoone, Ferrari's main competitor of its day and incidentally, another mid-engine V-8 sports car designed by Bertone.
This first production Dino 308 GT4 was displayed by Ferrari at the 1973 Paris Motor Show and delivered to its first French owner later that year in the dazzling colour combination of Marrone Metallizzato over a Beige leather and cloth interior. The car sold at Pebble Beach in 2023 for $450,500.
This was the first Ferrari to be designed by Bertone, it was also the first production Ferrari to use a V8 engine, a 2.9-litre 90-degree V8 being transversely mounted behind the cabin producing some 250bhp (at 7,700rpm) and 210lb ft (at 5,000rpm), or with the 2.0-litre V8 version, the imported 208 GT4 from 1975, in a response to stringent Italian tax laws, producing a little less at just over 170bhp.
Ferrari's engineers squeezed an extra pair of seats into a wheelbase only some 21cm longer than the Dino 246, quite the achievement when that Ferrari V8 is mounted between the wheels, along with very impressive headroom for such a body style with the roof stretching over the rear seats easily before sloping back down. The Bertone designers excelled even themselves here.
Weighing little more than a tonne, 0-62mph is reportedly only a touch under 7 seconds and the car boasts a 158mph top speed. The driving position impressively and effectively points you at the centre of its goldfish-bowl windscreen, with the GT4 proving to have excellent visibility and handling as a result a simply fascinating and bewitching car to drive, a real drivers car that needs to be driven to be fully appreciated.
The 308 GT4 is one of the few classic Ferrari models that can claim credit for still being somewhat affordable and certainly should prove to be a very smart investment. Not least because these models both look and feel as the closest one can get to driving a Seventies supercar and one that boasts the 2+2 back seats with comfortable headroom too.
The Dino 308 GT4 was introduced in 1973 and supplemented by the 208 GT4 in 1975. The cars were sold with DINO badging (continuing the Dino brand to differentiate non-V12 Ferrari) until May 1976, when they received Ferrari badging. The GT4 was replaced by the Mondial 8 in 1980 after a production run of 2,826 308s and 840 208s.
From the cockpit the driver sees only the road, a simply extraordinary driving experience with only the most necessary of luxurious additions of air conditioning, power brakes, power windows and steering.
Enzo Ferrari himself took a major role in its design, even having a mock-up made where he could sit in the car to test different steering, pedals and cockpit seating positioning.
The 308 GT4 gained the "Prancing Horse" badge in May 1976, which replaced the Dino badges on the hood, wheels, rear panel and the steering wheel while retaining the Dino 308GT4 logo on the rear boot lid. This has caused some confusion over the years with many prospective owners reportedly hesitant to buy such an expensive automobile not badged "Ferrari", and being confused at the now very collectible and significance of the Dino name.
Dino was Enzo Ferrari's son who died in 1956, and his name was to honor his memory on the models it was placed.
In an effort to improve sales until the 1976 official re-badging, Ferrari sent out factory update on July 1, 1975 with technical and cosmetic revisions in many areas. Some of these revisions were implemented piecemeal by dealers. Some made all the revisions while some just made a few. This leaves many 1975 GT4's with a variety of modifications which are hard to document as "correct" to aficionados who may not understand the complicated series of events surrounding this model year. Some of the revisions included adding Prancing Horse badges, such as this particular model, repainting in the two-tone scheme (lower half painted matte black), air conditioning fixes, etc. It also included bumper modification and exhaust changes for North American versions.
The Dino 308 GT4 was the only Ferrari legally imported to the US in 1975, and it was also the year Niki Lauda won the Formula One drivers championship and Ferrari won the constructors title with the GT4 being the only 2+2 Ferrari ever raced with factory support.
There were two series of GT4; the earlier cars featured a twin distributor engine and foglamps mounted in the front valance. Later cars had a single distributor engine, with foglamps mounted behind the front grille.
Introduced at the Geneva motor Show in 1975 the 208 GT4 was a low-displacement version of the V8 produced for the Italian market, where cars with engines larger than two litres were subjected to more than double VAT (38%). The engine was de-bored to (66.8 by 71 mm) 2.0 L (1991 cc) V8, resulting in the smallest production V8 in history for a road car. Power output is 170 hp at 7700 rpm for a top speed of 220 km/h (137 mph). Smaller Weber 34 DCNF carburetors, a lower final drive ratio and skinnier tires completed the technical changes for the 208. Chrome (rather than black) accents outside and the lack of fog lights were external visual indicators of the smaller-engined GT4. Inside the 208 GT4 featured a black rather than silver dash facing. The 208 GT replaced the 208 GT4 in 1980, after only 840 cars had been built.
This particular 1975 Ferrari Dino 308 GT4 2+2 should be considered an extraordinarily rare example with an all original interior and no signs of any body damage or accidents in maybe the most classic and striking of color combinations!
Although Ferrari badges crept onto the cars after 1975, unlike the Dino 246, this particular model remains one of the most affordable ways into real classic Ferrari Cavallino Rampante (or Prancing Horse) 5 spd gate shifter V8 ownership, and will surely prove to be an incredible investment for the astute classic car collector or indeed Ferrari enthusiast in the years to come, and already now an icon of its era and a car of many firsts.
Price: $139,500
Exterior Color: Yellow, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this 2002 Ferrari 575M Marenello F1 5.7L V12 Coupe in striking and rare 'Giallo Modena' (Fly Yellow) with 'Nero' leather and with only 7,202 original miles!
5.7L V-12 engine
11,592 kms = 7,202 miles
Automatic transmission
Giallo Modena exterior
Scuderia shields
Nero interior
Owner's manual and books
Car cover
Battery charger
Tool kit
Purchased new at 'Ferrari of Ontario' in Toronto, Canada on 9/11/2002 and recently imported to the U.S with 11,592 kms (only 7,202 miles)!
In 1996, Ferrari replaced their flagship mid-engined Testarossa / 512 TR / 512 M series with the 550 Maranello. The 550 signaled a historic return to a front-engine/rear transaxle configuration that was last seen on the legendary 365 GTB/4 Daytona 25 years earlier, with a much more comfortable and spacious interior compared to the cars mid-engined predecessor.
The Ferrari 550s 485 hp, 5.5-liter V-12 delivered tremendous performance as evidenced by a 0-60 time in the low 4-second range, and a top speed of close to 200 mph. Best of all, this performance seemed almost effortless thanks to power steering, a comfortable driving position, and an abundance of torque available from the engine at lower rpm.
Ferrari built 3,083 550 Maranellos from 1996 through 2001, all with 6-speed manual gearboxes. In 2000, the company also built 448 examples of a 550 Barchetta convertible that had a simple canvas top for those that wanted an open-air driving experience as well as even more exclusivity than the coupe. Factory options were minimal, with an especially appealing one being Daytona style multi-colored seats inspired by those from the early 365 GTB/4.
The Ferrari 575M Maranello (Type F133) is a two-seat, two-door, GT launched in 2002, essentially an updated 550 Maranello featuring minor styling changes from Pininfarina and replaced by the 599 GTB in 2006. A total of 2,056 cars were produced, including 246 with 6 speed manual transmissions and 1,810 F1s. The car further evolved the stunning 550 Maranello design, with a revised front end and a new interior. Most importantly, the 550s engine was increased in size to 5.75 liters, and power jumped to a hefty 515 hp. The 575 also had adaptive suspension and an optional F1 style transmission to improve driving dynamics and shift times.
Updates from the 550 included a redesigned interior as well as a number of mechanical improvements, including bigger disc brakes, a larger and more powerful engine, refined aerodynamics and fluid-dynamics along with an adaptive suspension set-up (the four independent suspensions are also controlled by the gearbox, to minimize pitch).
Two six-speed transmissions were available, a conventional manual gearbox and, for the first time on a Ferrari V12, the "F1" automated manual gearbox. The 575 model number refers to total engine displacement in centiliters, whilst the 'M' is an abbreviation of modificata ("modified").
Both the Ferrari 550 and 575 have proven to be remarkably trouble free as far as late-model exotic cars go, with engine work, including the replacement of timing belts, performed with the engine remaining in the car, which is a major advantage over its predecessors in helping keep some of Ferraris notorious upkeep costs in check. The cars also provide a thoroughly modern interpretation of the classic Ferrari GT.
In 2005, Ferrari released a GTC handling package and a Superamerica version which was a convertible version of the 575M Maranello and featured an electrochromic glass panel roof which rotated 180 at the rear to lie flat over the trunk, along with a higher output tuner of the V12 engine raising HP from 508 hp to 533 hp, which Ferrari marketed as the world's fastest convertible car, with a top speed of 199 mph. Total production of the Superameria amounted to 559 units; this number followed Enzo Ferrari's philosophy that there should always be fewer cars available than what the market demanded with only 43 of those having a manual gearbox.
In 2003, Ferrari announced the sale of several 575M-based racing cars, known as the 575 GTC (not to be confused with the 575M GTC Handling Package). Following the success of Prodrive built 550 based racing cars, Ferrari wished to offer their own racing car to customers.
This must be one of the finest examples anywhere of a 2002 Ferrari 575M Marenello F1 5.7L V12 Coupe in the most striking and rare classic 'Giallo Modena' (Fly Yellow) color with 'Nero' leather and with only 7,202 original miles!
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Price: $49,500
Exterior Color: Red, Interior Color: Gray-Light
'Reliable Street Rod Shop' built the car in 1991 in East Wenatchee, WA
The car is a 1930 steel body, filled top, Red paint, 3" chop, 4" dropped front axle, RD Factory chassis.
327 CUI V8 with .030 overbore, AFB 4 barrel and Crane cam.
"Performer" Headers, 2" tuned into 3" chrome tips.
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Price: $110,000
Exterior Color: Yellow, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
1941 FORD CAB OVER ENGINE (COE) STREET ROD CUSTOM PICK UP
RECENTLY APPRAISED FOR $110K
VIN: 2175247
MILAGE 4,542
DURAMAX 6.6L DIESEL V8
ALLISON SIX SPEED AUTO TRANSMISSION
REAR WHEEL DRIVE, DUALLY
LEATHER SEATS
HUNDREDS OF PROFESSIONAL HOURS OR CUSTOMIZATION WITH HAND MADE FABRICATION, MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL WORK, FINAL ASSEMBLY FIT & FINISH.
THE PAINT IS "CARDINAL" WITH THE SAME FORMULA USED ON THE GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE
1932 COMMERCIAL HEADLIGHTS WITH CUSTOM STANDS
CUSTOM BED WITH REMOVABLE DIAMOND PLATE DECK
CUSTOM STORAGE BOXES WITH SLIDING BATTERY BOX
DURAMAX DIESEL, APPROX 2K ON 2002 REMANUFACTURED UNIT
2-4" CUSTOM CHROME EXHAUST STACKS
4 WHEEL DISC BRAKES; FRONT 1978 1 TON TRUCK SPINDLES
REAR HAVING 2022 PICK UP ADAPTORS
8 X 16 MAGNESIUM ALLOY POLISHED WHEELS
1973 CHEVROLET 1 TON FRAME
1950 F-1 FORD REAR FENDERS
CUSTOM ENGINE COVER ELEC
LOADING RAMPS
CAB STRETCHED 7 INCHES
SUICIDE DOORS
CUSTOM GRILLE
ELECTRIC WINCH
ELECTRIC WINDOWS & LOCKS
CUSTOM ELECTRIC MIRRORS
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION
THREE CAB MOUNTED ELECTRIC/COMPUTER PANELS & COVERS
CUSTOM GAUGE PANEL & GLOVE BOX
CLASSIC INSTRUMENT GAUGES
CUSTOM CONSOLE WITH CUSTOM SHIFTER
CUSTOM STEERING WHEEL
IDITIT STEERING COLUMN
CUSTOM HANDLE GRIPS
VINTAGE AIR CONDITIONING & HEATER
CUSTOM 'HEADACHE' RACK WITH LED BACK UP LIGHTS
LED STOP/TURN/SIDE LIGHTS
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Price: $79,500
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West Coast Classics are proud to present this Custom 1938 Ford COE.
1938 FORD COE CUSTOM WITH REASSIGNED CA VIN TITLED AS A SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION VEHICLE
APPRAISED IN APRIL 2023 BY AARENOWN 'ICONIC MOTOR CAR INSPECTION'.
ALL STEEL CUSTOM SCALISE FABRICATION
460 V8 W ENGINE WITH C6 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (REAR MOUNTED)
1932 FORD FRONT BUMPER & HEADLIGHTS
1941 COE GRILLE & CUSTOM SUN VISOR
REAR PLYMOUTH BUMPER & 1977 LINCOLN TAILIGHTS
RIVIERA DECK HOOD WITH AUTO LIFT
1950 DODGE EXTENDED CAB 3 WINDOW
SIDE JACK STAND STEP UP & REWORKED DOOR WINDOW
1938 HUDSON REAR FENDERS
SILVERADO CUSTOM BED
6" PETERBILT EXHAUST PIPES
POWER RACK & STEERING
AIR BAG SUSPENSION
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Price: $69,500
Exterior Color: Black, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
West Coast Classics are proud to present this no expense spared 1940 Ford Deluxe Cabriolet Custom Street Rod built on a custom frame with a 'Wescott' fiberglass body and steel hood and with a Ford 302ci V8 engine matched to a C4 Automatic Transmission and Ford 8" rear end with modern upgrades including Power Steering, Power Disc Brakes, Air Conditioning, Door Poppers and Power Windows! The top is a removable one-piece Carson top finished in Hartz Cloth. The exterior is finished in a show quality Black paint finish.
Specs include:
Ford 302ci V8 (1987-1991 engine # E7TE)
Stock Heads
Edelbrock 1406 4 barrel carb (Carb #: 1406 0676)
Electric choke
600 cfm
3 Speed Automatic Transmission (# D4DP 7006 - AA_
Front Suspension: Independent
Rear Suspension: Leaf Spring
Ford 8 Rear End
Open Differential (Casting date: 5H5)
Ratio: 3.00:1
Front Power Disc Brakes
Rear Power Drum Brakes
Dual Exhaust - FlowMaster
Front Wheels: American Racing 15
Rear Wheels: American Racing 15
Front Tires: Pirellis 185/60R1
Rear Tires: Pirellis 235/70R15
Sway Bars are New
Floor Boards are Steel
Running Boards are Fiber Glass
Custom Shifter
Lift Off Carson Top
Banjo Steering Wheel
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Price: $29,500
Exterior Color: Gray, Interior Color: Gray
1935 Ford Deluxe Tudor 2 Door V8 Sedan 'Slantback'
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional example of this beautifully restored some years ago 1935 Ford Model 48 2 Door Deluxe 'Slantback' V8 Tudor Touring Sedan.
The 1935 Ford was a thorough refresh on the popular V8 powered Ford. The 4 cylinder engine was no longer offered, leaving just the 221 cu in (3.62 L) V8 to power every Ford car and truck. The transverse leaf spring suspension remained, but the front spring was relocated ahead of the axle to allow more interior volume. The body was lowered and new "Center-Poise" seating improved comfort. Visually, the 1935 Ford was much more modern with the grille pushed forward and made more prominent by de-emphasized and more-integrated fenders, reflecting modern Art Deco influences.
A major advance was a true integrated trunk on "trunkback" sedans, though the traditional, and now very desirable and collectible, "flatback" aka Slantback was also offered. Outdated body styles like the Victoria were also deleted for the year.
The Deluxe version upgrades included dual horns, chrome windshield, right side tail light and paint on the dash and window moldings along with other minor differences, so it can be hard to be positive that a restored car started out as a Deluxe.
Highly original condition
Flathead V-8 engine
Dual Horns
3-speed manual transmission
Original wire wheels
Wide Whitewall tires
Factory rear spare carrier
Recently acquired from a local and long term private collection
The wooden panels were manufactured at the Ford Iron Mountain Plant in the Michigan Upper Peninsula from Ford owned lumber.
Two trim lines were offered, standard and DeLuxe, across a number of body styles including a base roadster, five-window coupe, three-window coupe, Tudor and Ford or sedans in flatback/slantback or trunkback versions, a convertible sedan, a woody station wagon, and new Model 51 truck. The rumble seats were optional on coupe model. An oil pressure gauge (costing $4) and two windshield wipers were optional also. If one got the optional radio, it replaced the ash tray.
All of the restoration work was completed some years ago and it has been kept in a climate controlled garage since. The rare 'Slantback' sedan body is very straight with excellent panel fit.
A distinctive respray was professionally applied and is in very good condition. Chrome is outstanding with accents that include the classic 'V8' hood ornament, dual horns and dual mirrors. A black grain vinyl 'closed car top' roof is in excellent condition and set of bright Red 16 spoke wheels with chrome V8 caps with wide-white Coker tires completes the exterior package.
The interior is showing an older restoration in a handsome Gray cloth with a Black metal dash which is excellent with working factory gauges, classic banjo wheel and cowl vent.
This Ford is powered by a rebuilt 221ci flathead that outputs 85bhp and runs smooth as silk with a recent full service by our local mechanics. Behind the flathead, the 3-speed manual transmission has the factory floor mounted shifter. Mechanical drum brakes handle stopping requirements and the 6-volt electrical system performs very well.
Recent service history at our local mechanic includes electronic ignition installed, new distributor, and ignition coil, replace spark plugs, change all fluids & oil, new 6 volt battery, overhauled carburetor, new fuel filter, overhauled starter, replaced fuel tank, added electric fuel pump along side 6 volt mechanical fuel pump; (Cost $6,512.56)
You will look long and hard to find a finer example of this very desirable and rare 1935 Ford Deluxe Slantback Tudor 2 Door Touring sedan which would prove to be an excellent addition to your garage or early Ford collection.
]]>Two trim lines were offered, standard and DeLuxe, across a number of body styles including a base roadster, five-window coupe, three-window coupe, Tudor and Ford or sedans in flatback/slantback or trunkback versions, a convertible sedan, a woody station wagon, and new Model 51 truck. The rumble seats were optional on coupe model. An oil pressure gauge (costing $4) and two windshield wipers were optional also. If one got the optional radio, it replaced the ash tray.
All of the restoration work was completed some years ago and it has been kept in a climate controlled garage since. The rare 'Slantback' sedan body is very straight with excellent panel fit.
A distinctive respray was professionally applied and is in very good condition. Chrome is outstanding with accents that include the classic 'V8' hood ornament, dual horns and dual mirrors. A black grain vinyl 'closed car top' roof is in excellent condition and set of bright Red 16 spoke wheels with chrome V8 caps with wide-white Coker tires completes the exterior package.
The interior is showing an older restoration in a handsome Gray cloth with a Black metal dash which is excellent with working factory gauges, classic banjo wheel and cowl vent.
This Ford is powered by a rebuilt 221ci flathead that outputs 85bhp and runs smooth as silk with a recent full service by our local mechanics. Behind the flathead, the 3-speed manual transmission has the factory floor mounted shifter. Mechanical drum brakes handle stopping requirements and the 6-volt electrical system performs very well.
Recent service history at our local mechanic includes electronic ignition installed, new distributor, and ignition coil, replace spark plugs, change all fluids & oil, new 6 volt battery, overhauled carburetor, new fuel filter, overhauled starter, replaced fuel tank, added electric fuel pump along side 6 volt mechanical fuel pump; (Cost $6,512.56)
You will look long and hard to find a finer example of this very desirable and rare 1935 Ford Deluxe Slantback Tudor 2 Door Touring sedan which would prove to be an excellent addition to your garage or early Ford collection.
Price: Call for Price
Exterior Color: Red, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptionally well preserved example of this southern California 1974 Ford F350 Super Camper Ranger Special Heavy Duty Full Size 1/2 ton Pick Up with the upgraded top-of-the-line 390 Big Block V8 engine matched to the 3 speed automatic transmission and 3.00 axle in a highly striking 'Red' color paint and fully loaded with factory options and upgrades including;
Twin I-Beam front suspension
Deluxe fresh air heater/defroster Instrument panel padding
Color-keyed door panels with integral armrests
Seat belts
Two-speed windshield wipers with washersHub caps
Chrome front bumper
Twin Electric Fans
High Performance Aluminum Radiator
Custom Insert Headliner
Major options include:
Power steering
Power front disc brakes
Air conditioning
Interval wipers
AM Stereo
Cloth seats
Rear step bumper
Sliding rear window
Cigarette lighter
Concealed spare tire
Full wheel covers
Bodyside moldings
Dual tape stripes
Dual exhausts
The sixth generation of the F Series is a line of pickup trucks and medium-duty commercial trucks that were produced by Ford from 1972 to 1979. This generation was launched in December 1972 for the 1973 model year. These were the last generation of trucks to use the F-Series chassis introduced in 1965. After a decade as a compact SUV, the Ford Bronco was redesigned as a shortened version of the F-Series. This generation also marks the introduction of the F-150 (introduced in 1975) which today is the most popular model.
This generation is noted for the body panels' durability as Ford used extensive amounts of galvanized sheet metal, zinc coated steel, zinc rich primer and fender liners, to fight corrosion. In 1976, the F-Series became the best-selling trucks in America, a position it has continued to retain ever since. Galvanized inner front fender aprons and zinc coating with rust-resistant primer helped prevent rust. Air conditioner vents were integrated into the dash, and the blower was moved to the engine compartment. The result: less noise in the cab and space for a much larger glove box.
This truck is one extraordinarily well preserved example with only some very minor imperfections and which must be seen and driven to be fully appreciated - the rebuilt Big Block 390 V8 engine is extremely strong and responsive, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the engine temperature always remains cool. There is no rust and no signs of any accidents.
In summary, this is one increasingly collectible and desirable 1974 year of the legendary full size Ford F350 Ranger Super Camper Special Heavy Duty pick up in turn-key ready, daily appreciating, daily driving and daily head-turning condition and an all time classic American truck with it's Big Block V8 engine and fully loaded with factory options!]]>
Price: $24,500
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West Coast Classics are proud to present a beautifully restored and great daily driving example of this 1955 Ford Fairlane 2 Door Club Sedan with the 272 CID 2 BBL V8 engine matched to the 3 speed manual transmission in its original 'Regatta Blue over Snowshoe White' and with factory specifications including Two Tone vinyl over nylon pleated upholstery, interior courtesy lightning, full floor color coordinated carpeting, stainless front, rear and side window surround moldings, body side stainless trim, full length body side stainless trim, AM radio, full wheel covers & White sidewall tires.
This particular example has been restored as required over the years with a beautiful repaint in its original 'Regatta Blue over Snowshoe White' with a matching Soft-Textured Nylon & Vinyl interior. This is a car which was has obviously always been garaged and well maintained with solid floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas and the car has no signs of any accidents - obviously an always garaged and cherished car since new.
The Ford Fairlane was an automobile model that was sold between 1955 and 1970 by Ford in North America. The name was derived from Henry Ford's estate, 'Fair Lane', near Dearborn, Michigan and over time the name referred to a number of different cars in different classes; the Fairlane was initially a full-sized car, but became a mid-sized car from the 1962 model year. In 1956 Ford replaced the P-code 292 V8 engine with an optional new 312 'Thunderbird Special V8' version of the Y-Block and by 1957 it had 245HP with the automatic transmission.
This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored as necessary over the years 1955 Ford Fairlane 2 Door Club Coupe.
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Exterior Color: Blue, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present this great daily driving example of a 1966 Ford Mustang 200 cubic inch 6 cylinder 2 Door Coupe presented in a very striking 'Silver Blue' color repaint with a 'Black' bucket seat interior with an automatic transmission and full deluxe wheel covers with spinners.
We recently purchased the car from reportedly a long time owner and the car drives as nice as they come with no known mechanical issues. This particular car must be seen and driven to be fully appreciated - a very striking example which turns heads wherever she goes and which shows obvious pride of ownership through the years! The engine is extremely strong and responsive and the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the engine temperature always remains cool. This is one very economical 1966 Ford Mustang T Code coupe in this very striking color combination and a wonderful daily driving example of this American classic car icon!
We recently purchased the car from reportedly a long time owner and the car drives as nice as they come with no known mechanical issues. This particular car must be seen and driven to be fully appreciated - a very striking example which turns heads wherever she goes and which shows obvious pride of ownership through the years! The engine is extremely strong and responsive and the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the engine temperature always remains cool.
Price: $35,500
Exterior Color: Black, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this 2007 Ford Mustang Shelby GT Coupe, always serviced by Ford dealers and always garaged. In 2007 there were 2,876 Black manual Shelby GT coupes built out of a total production of 5,651 cars. This is SGT #1288 and it has 25K original miles.
In addition to the modifications completed by Shelby in the release of the new 2007 Shelby GT's, the below is a list of Shelby upgraded parts added to this 2007 Shelby GT.
The car does not have any modifications other than the following listed below enhancements added with original Shelby parts/options;
Valve Cover 4.6 L Shelby GT
Oil Separator
8-Quart Oil Pan
PIAA Driving Lights Bezels & Fog Lights
Brake Duct Cooling Kit
Transmission Cooler Scoop
Front Drive Shaft Safety Loop
8.8" Axle Cover
Adjustable Panhard Bar
Panhard Bar Relocation Bracket
Upper Panhard Bar Support Bracket
Rear Lower Control Arms
Rear Shock Tower Brace
Ford Racing Brake Line Upgrade Kit M-2078-MB
Wilwood Upgraded Vented Front Rotors and Larger Vented Rear Rotors
Center Dash Cluster Gauge Kit
Harness Bar
Kicker Audio 10 Inch Trunk Sub Woofer
Sequential Tail Light Kit
Optional Black Billet Gas Cap
Optional Black upper and lower Front Grille
Optional Billet Hood Pin Kit
Note: All original Ford parts are included/are part of the sale.
After decades of licensed replicas, so-called "continuation" cars, and aftermarket conversion jobs, the Shelby Automobiles facility in partnership with Ford entered into a new venture bringing back the famously Black and Gold GT-H, which also signaled a renewed relationship with the Hertz Corporation, bringing back the original Rent-a-Racer notion of 1966. The idea was to build only some 500 of them with the GT-H available only at select Hertz locations, the for-purchase Ford Shelby GT could be purchased through any Ford dealer. At a base MSRP of $36,970, it was priced above the Mustang GT and below the supercharged Shelby GT500.
Ford shipped cars from Michigan to the Shelby Automotive assembly plant in Las Vegas, NV for the spa treatment. As with the GT-H, the GT is offered only in the coupe body style, with metallic Silver Le Mans stripes instead of the Hertz-specific gold. While all GT-Hs are black, the GT comes in either White or Black with the White cars getting polished aluminum wheels and the Black GTs having black wheel centers.
All the GT's performance hardware is the same as that on the GT-H. Which means a Ford Racing Powerpack, consisting of a 90mm cold-air intake system and more aggressive calibration of the engine management system, mandating the use of premium fuel. Ford Racing performance mufflers and an X-pipe, replacing the standard H-shaped crossover, complete the powertrain mods with output originally estimated at 325 horsepower.
Underneath, Ford Racing provided new struts and shocks, which reduce the ride height about an inch and a half. Stiffer anti-roll bars improve body control and make for flatter cornering. And a race-inspired twin-tube strut tower base increased chassis rigidity in the engine bay and sharpened up steering response and the entire rear end was swapped for a new unit carrying a 3.55:1 diff ratio.
Here's where the GT and GT-H diverge. While the rental could only be obtained with an automatic transmission, the GT was offered with your choice of the same five-speed automatic transmission or a five-speed manual sporting a stubby Hurst shifter wearing a white shift knob that looks right out of the 1960s.The Hertz model runs "Bullitt"-style 17-inch alloys but the GT had a factory Plus One combination of 18-inch wheels and lower-profile tires.
The GT-H has its own unique Shelby hood, while the GT uses the factory aluminum hood fitted with a riveted-on hood scoop. This scoop's size and shape is close to that on the mid-1960s 427 Cobra and the treatment is preferable to the GT-H's bulky-looking fiberglass hood. Both cars have the same aluminum replacement grille, front fascia (borrowed from the California Special), and individual Shelby letters on the decklid. The "Hertz" badge on the GT-H's front fenders is replaced with one stating "Powered by Ford."
Things are standard GT fare inside with all interiors Black, and Shelby mods consisting of machined-aluminum sill plate badges, Shelby GT floormats, and an aluminum number plate on the I.P. that proclaims the car to be officially produced by Shelby Automobiles and its Shelby serial number.
Only a limited amount of Shelby GTs were built in the '07-'08 total production run, and what made these limited cars extra special was that Ford sent them directly to Shelby Automobiles Inc. in Las Vegas, just like the Shelby Mustangs of the '60s. And just like in the '60s, they were then sold 'pre-title' to customers. The Black with Silver stripes was one of only two colors offered in 2007 (the other being White with Silver stripes). The Shelby GT added a deeper front air dam, a special billet grille with offset Mustang emblem, a retro Shelby hood scoop and hood pins, and the requisite Shelby emblems, badges, and lower-body decals, SHELBY block letters, a deleted rear spoiler, as well as a diffuser panel under the bumper and twin exhaust tips that shine brightly against the sinister Black paint.
With so few miles, it shouldn't be a surprise that this particular car looks and feels almost new, with very few visible defects that you'd be hard-pressed to ever find. The interiors sculpted buckets are as new, the instrument panel is equal parts retro and state-of-the-art, and the packaging job on the airbag steering wheel is nothing short of miraculous.
As a Shelby, you do, of course, get a signed, numbered plaque on the dash (# 1288), as well as a Hurst cue ball shifter for the 5-speed manual transmission and other factory options including A/C, cruise control, power windows, locks, seats, and mirrors, AM/FM/CD changer stereo system with speakers throughout the passenger compartment. All of it looks virtually new, including the driver's seat, making this a great choice for collectors. The Mustang provides a reasonably-sized trunk, but the Shelby guys got rid of the spare tire in the quest for more performance and less weight.
Ford's 4.6 liter V8 got a few tweaks for duty in the Shelby GT, starting with a cold air induction system and the Ford Racing Power Upgrade Package, which ups output to a performance-tuned 319 horsepower and 330 pounds of torque. There's also a strut tower brace that really makes a statement in the packed but tidy engine bay and reminds everyone that this is absolutely no regular Mustang. Underneath there's an X-pipe exhaust system that gives the Shelby a distinctive sound. Big disc brakes were part of the Mustang's standard equipment, with this particular car having the afore mentioned upgrades, but it does have the Ford Racing suspension package which includes specially tuned shocks and struts, lowering springs, oversized sway bars, and a 3.55 gear set out back. The last part was big wheels and sticky rubber: 18-inch black Shelby alloys wrapped in BFGoodrich G-Force radials.
One of the best balances between looks and performance, price and exclusivity, this very low-mileage Shelby GT is impeccably preserved and you will look long and hard to find a finer example available anywhere else ready to be sparingly enjoyed as it continues to appreciate.
Price: $29,500
Exterior Color: Black, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present a rare and very striking example of this 1971 Ford Thunderbird Landau 2 Door Coupe with it's original 429 V8 4 barrel engine and C6 automatic transmission in its original striking 'Raven Black' color paint with a 'White' Landau Hardtop with a matching original 'Black' Vinyl Interior; and fully loaded with factory options including air conditioning, power steering, power front disc brakes, power windows, power drivers seat, tinted glass, tilt away steering, sequential turn signals, full wheel covers, 2.75:1 Axle, AM Radio and a car which must be one of the finest mostly all original and certainly striking examples in existence with 62K original miles.
This is the final year of the fifth generation Thunderbird (1967-71), a 1971 Ford Thunderbird and the much advanced and more luxurious version from the previous generations. Moving closer to the Ford company's luxurious Lincoln marque with the same chassis and wheelbase as the Continental with a body on frame with sophisticated rubber mountings to reduce any noise or vibration and reduce weight with this being the top-of-the-line Landau model which cost some $5,804 in 1971 (over $46K in 2024).
In 1968 the Thunderbird saw the introduction of the new 385 series Big Block 'Thunder Jet' 4 Barrel 429 cu in (7.0L) V8 engine which was conservatively rated at 360HP which made these later model Thunderbirds the quickest and fastest ever produced!
In 1970 the Thunderbird was even more stylistically updated with the addition of a large bird's beak-style projection out of the grille with the legendary Ford president Semon 'Bunkie' Knudsen reportedly responsible for the dramatic change. In 1971 there was a 'Neiman Marcus' his and hers editions offered in its catalog which were priced at $25K for the pair (almost $200K in todays dollars!)
This particular example must be seen and driven to be fully appreciated - a very striking example in original factory colors which turns heads wherever she goes! The engine is extremely strong and responsive with excellent oil pressure and no oil leaks and which sounds absolutely magnificent, the automatic transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the engine temperature always remains cool.
Owned since 1984 by only its second southern California owner, this must be one of the finest example's available anywhere of this increasingly collectible and desirable 1971 Ford Thunderbird 429 4BBL V8 2 Door Landau Coupe which will surely prove to be a wonderful investment for the American classic car collector or Mustang enthusiast! A rare turn-key ready daily appreciating and daily head-turning condition example of an all time classic America icon!
]]>This is the final year of the fifth generation Thunderbird (1967-71), a 1971 Ford Thunderbird and the much advanced and more luxurious version from the previous generations. Moving closer to the Ford company's luxurious Lincoln marque with the same chassis and wheelbase as the Continental with a body on frame with sophisticated rubber mountings to reduce any noise or vibration and reduce weight with this being the top-of-the-line Landau model which cost some $5,804 in 1971 (over $46K in 2024).
In 1968 the Thunderbird saw the introduction of the new 385 series Big Block 'Thunder Jet' 4 Barrel 429 cu in (7.0L) V8 engine which was conservatively rated at 360HP which made these later model Thunderbirds the quickest and fastest ever produced!
In 1970 the Thunderbird was even more stylistically updated with the addition of a large bird's beak-style projection out of the grille with the legendary Ford president Semon 'Bunkie' Knudsen reportedly responsible for the dramatic change. In 1971 there was a 'Neiman Marcus' his and hers editions offered in its catalog which were priced at $25K for the pair (almost $200K in todays dollars!)
This particular example must be seen and driven to be fully appreciated - a very striking example in original factory colors which turns heads wherever she goes! The engine is extremely strong and responsive with excellent oil pressure and no oil leaks and which sounds absolutely magnificent, the automatic transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the engine temperature always remains cool.
Owned since 1984 by only its second southern California owner, this must be one of the finest example's available anywhere of this increasingly collectible and desirable 1971 Ford Thunderbird 429 4BBL V8 2 Door Landau Coupe which will surely prove to be a wonderful investment for the American classic car collector or Mustang enthusiast! A rare turn-key ready daily appreciating and daily head-turning condition example of an all time classic America icon!
Price: $26,500
Exterior Color: Green, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional and great daily driving example of this older restored California 1963 Full Size 1000 Series GMC 1/2 ton C15 Stepside Long Bed Pick Up Truck with a rebuilt 305 c.i. 6 engine which is very powerful for this truck and its original 4 speed manual floor shift transmission and a 7500 lbs maximum GVW rating.
This truck is a true survivor and a super striking daily driver or promotional truck! The truck had recently come out of storage and is in very good condition with only very minor imperfections only noticeable only upon very close inspection. The paint is very good, the chrome has all been re-chromed and the interior is also very original and presentable! This great daily driving 1963 GMC 1000 series Full Size 1/2 ton Stepside Pick Up is simply a great turn key ready daily driver for any classic truck enthusiast.
The 1/2 ton Chevrolet/GMC pick up was renamed the 3100 in the 1940's and they were outselling the Ford's with a 33.8% market share in 1949 compared to Ford's 21.6%. But Chevy couldn't afford to be complacent and by 1950 there were several welcome improvements such as double acting all around shock absorbers and a circuit-braking lighting system. The Thriftmaster six offered slightly more power due to a Rochester power jet down draft carburetor, larger valves and a straight through muffler. In the year 1955 the Thriftmaster engine was increased to 235 c.i. (3851cc) with an increase in both bore and stroke. GMC as a marque produced a straight six and later a V8.
In 1958 these trucks became known as the Full size C Series for Chevrolet and the 100 Series for GMC. Launched in the fall of 1959, the 1960 model year introduced a new body style of light pick-up truck that featured many firsts. Most important of these were a drop-center ladder frame, allowing the cab to sit lower, and independent front suspension, giving an almost car-like ride in a truck. Also new for 1960 was a new designation system for trucks made by GM. Gone were the 3100, 3200, and 3600 designations for short 1/2, long 1/2 and 3/4-ton models. For 1960, C/K trucks were available in smooth 'Fleetside' or fendered 'Stepside' versions. GMC called these 'Wide-Side' and 'Fenderside'. GMC model numbers for 1/2, 3/4, 1, and 1.5 ton were 1000, 1500, 2500, and 3000.
This particular truck's 305 6 cylinder engine runs strong and sounds absolutely magnificent and the truck drives really well - must be driven to be appreciated - drives straight as an arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles - a truly remarkable daily driver!
This is a very rare opportunity to own a great daily driving example of this very desirable southern California 1963 Full Size GMC 1500 series Stepside Pick Up in very fine daily driving condition ready for any classic American truck, collector or enthusiast to simply enjoy or collect today!]]>
Price: $7,900
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2015 Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 with 8,139 miles.
Original Calfornia bike bought new at 'Bartels' in Marina Del Rey, CA.]]>
Price: $18,500
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2022 Harley Davidson Street Glide Milwaukee Eight 114 c.i. V-Twin with 1,487 original miles]]>
Price: $45,500
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1954 Hillegass Sprint Chassis# JE-54-19
Hiram Hillegass began building race cars in 1919 while working at Mack in Allentown, Pennsylvania. By the time he died in 1960 at the age of 65, he was recognized as one of the foremost builders of single-seat race cars in the nited States, a stature that was endorsed when he was elected to the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame in 1997.
#19 was built in 1954 for Dixon Sawin and raced successfully in the URC until 1972. Purchased from the Sawin estate in 1992, it was restored in 1994.
It may well be the most original, unmolested, early tube frame-torsion bar suspended Hillegass in existence.
GM V8 powered with Hilborn Fuel injection, a vertex Magneto, and a CAE in/out Box.
Very historically significant, #19 still retains its original speed equipment including its Halibrand Quick Change Differential, Halibrand Disc Brakes with outboard brake lever, Halibrand Magnesium Knock Off Rims with period Firestone racing tires, Hillegass torsion bar suspension and tube axle.
The Leather upholstery and grille cover are all original, as is over 80% of the stunningly hand crafted aluminum body panels.
The fact that #19 survives in such an original unmolested condition is remarkable. Dan Owens, in his noted book Vintage and Historic Indianapolis race cars described the sprints of the 50?s and 60?s as the meanest, most difficult to drive, most overpowered and exciting cars in oval track history.
There are very few original examples remaining.
Has not been started in a number of years so it will need some attention to be fired once again.
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Exterior Color: Burgundy/Maroon, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present a coveted southern California 1968 Jaguar XKE E-Type Series II coupe with it's original matching number 6 cylinder 4.2L engine in 'Carmen Red' paint with a Black interior and all five original Jaguar chrome wire wheels and original owner's handbooks etc!
This is therefore an extremely rare opportunity to own a great daily driving example of a 1968 Jaguar XKE Series II 4.2L 2 seater coupe in very fine condition throughout being offered as a great daily driver or collectible to fully restore for any British classic car lover!
The Series II XKE E-Type Jaguar was only built between the years 1968-71 and there were only 4,855 of these highly desirable FHC (Fixed Head Coupes) built, they are therefore far rarer than the 8,628 OTS (Open Two Seaters) built or the 5,326 Longer Wheel Base (9") and far less desirable 2+2 coupes. It is noteworthy that in the final Series III incarnation of the model there were no FHC built at all but some 7,990 OTS and 7,297 2+2's. Therefore the Series II FHC Coupes are some of the rarest and most collectible E-Type Jaguars available of this legendary marque.
Recently acquired from a long term southern California owner, the car will be sold with a thick file of service records dating back to the 1980's showing that at no time was any expense spared on this particular car's preventive maintenance.
Recently acquired from a long term southern California owner, the car will be sold with a thick file of service records dating back to the 1980's showing that at no time was any expense spared on this particular car's preventive maintenance.
This is therefore an extremely rare opportunity to own a great daily driving example of a 1968 Jaguar XKE Series II 4.2L 2 seater coupe in very fine condition throughout being offered as a great daily driver or collectible to fully restore for any British classic car lover!
Price: $19,500
Exterior Color: White, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this classic and low mileage original California 1990 Jaguar XJS 5.3L V12 Convertible with only 53K original miles in the gorgeous and very striking and desirable color combination of original factory 'Glacier White' (Code NDP) paint with factory chrome alloy wire wheels and beautiful doeskin 'Barley' (Trim Code AFW) leather interior and with a Black factory power soft top! This particular car must be seen to be truly appreciated! A real head-turner!
This is the rare 5.3L 326 CID V12 model with factory options including: electronic fuel injection, electronic ignition system, power 4 anti-lock wheel disc brakes, power rack & pinion steering, leather-bound tilt steering wheel with airbag, power tinted windows, heated rear window, power door locks, automatic temperature control, air conditioning, cruise control, trip computer, leather faced seats and trim, heated sport seats, power lumbar support, burled walnut facia and trim, deep pile carpet, 4 speaker 80W AM/FM Cassette Player & power antenna, Halogen foglamps/headlights, heated power mirrors, dual coach stripes, chrome spoke alloy wheels and heated windshield washer.
Obviously always garaged with absolutely no rust and no accidents and a clean CARFAX report, owned by only obviously very careful and mature southern California owner/drivers since new - never abused, babied all the way!
The original factory 'Glacier White' color paint is in excellent condition as is the original 'Barley' color leather seats and interior with only some very minor signs of any wear on the original leather on the drivers side bolster with the door panels, headliner and the carpets all in outstanding condition throughout and the car had an original sales price of over $64K in 1989/90!
Powered by one of the finest, race proven engines built by Jaguar, the smooth 5,344 c.c. V12 engine was a worthy successor to the XK series of Jaguar sports cars dating from the late 1940's and this particular engine is extremely strong and smooth running with excellent oil pressure and which does not burn or leak oil. The temperature always remains cool and the car drives exactly like a V12 Jaguar with such low miles should!
This must be one of the finest examples available anywhere of this classic and increasingly desirable and collectible rare V12 Jaguar, a truly luxurious smooth V12 ride and one of the last beautiful hand built cars from Jaguar's legendary Browns Lane, Coventry, England plant and a car that cost almost $64K new in 1990 (over $142K in todays money!) - this is probably the last classically beautiful design built by Jaguar in their long and famous history of classic lines - with these models becoming harder to find in such all original condition with low miles and with this car having only two obviously careful and mature owner/drivers since new, this is one sure-fire classic car investment for the Jaguar enthusiast or simply any classic car lover!
You will certainly look long and hard to find a finer example of this very rare and desirable V12 Jaguar XJS Convertible with no history of any accidents, rust or 'stories' and a clean Carfax to confirm the mileage and history and boasting only 53K original miles in this classic color combination available anywhere else!]]>
Price: $59,500
Exterior Color: White, Interior Color: Red
1959 JAGUAR XK150 FIXED HEAD COUPE 4 SPD MANUAL
- 3442cc inline 6-cylinder engine
- 4-speed manual transmission
- Bumper-mounted driving lights
- Fender-mounted mirrors
- Red leather upholstery West Coast Classics are proud to present a very rare and mostly all original matching #'s example of this all stock and rust free coveted and highly desirable 1959 Jaguar XK 150 Fixed Head Coupe with Left Hand Drive U.S. delivery in 'Old English White' color paint with its original 3442cc 6 cylinder engine with dual SU HD6 carbs and which boasts its all original Red leather seats and chrome wire wheels.
All matching numbers original 3.4L 6 cylinder engine and 4 speed manual transmission! We recently acquired the car with the car sporting an excellent body with no signs of any previous damage history and no rust, a true mostly all original survivor! The car boasts four chrome wire knock off wheels and its original matching numbers engine. This is a rare car; 1 of only 4,445 XK150 Fixed Head Coupes in total (1957-60). The car driving exactly as it should with a recent full service after being acquired from a prominent collection.
3,442 CC DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Twin SU Carburetors4-Speed Manual Gearbox
4-Wheel Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Front Independent Torsion-Bar Suspension
Rear Live Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
The XK 120 was produced by Jaguar between 1948-54 and caused an absolute sensation when launched and was immediately destined to become one of the most collectible cars of all time. Its name referred to its straight 6, 3442 cc 120 mph (193 km/h) top speed (faster with the windscreen removed!) engine which was insanely fast for its day and made the XK120 the world's fastest standard production car at the time of its launch and a very successful racer which spurred Jaguar onto breaking many world speed records.
When the model debuted in 1948 at the Earls Court Motor Show in London, England it was the darling of the show and remains today as much of a show stopper as it did then, over 74 years later! The car set numerous and now legendary speed records and was the fastest production car in the world in it's day and Jaguar used its engine for decades to come. In terms of design, the two-seater roadster with its classically simple flowing lines, slender tail and exotic flush-sided body was a massive leap forward for sports car design at the time and in many ways its styling remains unparalleled. Combined with new standards in terms of performance, Jaguar had obviously built what was destined to become this milestone and eminently always collectible classic car.
The attraction was obvious: Jaguar had created arguably the best-looking sports car on the market and, thanks to a powerful new straight six engine under the hood, the aerodynamically-styled machine would likely be the fastest production car in the world.In late 1954, the XK120 was replaced by the XK140 which ushered in a number of cosmetic and mechanical updates.
By 1957, although the XK platform was nearing the end of its production life, there was still time for one final iteration: the XK150.
The 150 was the most refined XK yet. The majority of updates focused on the exterior and interior. However, the addition of disc brakes was also a major advancement. Revealed in May 1957, the XK150 bore an obvious family resemblance to the XK120 and XK140, but was radically revised. Most visibly, a one-piece windscreen replaced the split screen, and the wing line carried higher and more streamlined at the doors. The widened bonnet opened down to the wings, and on the coupes the windscreen frame was moved forward 4 inches to make passenger access easier.
The XK150 was launched in May 1957 and initially came in a choice of FHC and DHC body styles. An OTS Roadster joined the line up ten months later in March 1958.
From October 1959, Jaguar also offered a larger 3.8-litre engine which, like the 3.4, came in several alternative states of tune.The XK150's dashboard came trimmed in leather, with walnut optional on all models. On the early drophead coups, the aluminum centre dash panel, which was discontinued after June 1958, had an X pattern engraving similar to the early 3.8 E-Type. Thinner doors gave more interior space. Suspension and chassis were very similar to the XK140, with manual-only rack and pinion steering available.
The 3.4 litre 6 cylinder was similar to the XK140's, but a new "B" type cylinder head raised power to 180 SAE bhp at 5750 rpm.
The XK150 S 3.4L XK engine with orange paint used on S models with straight port cylinder heads was fitted with three carburetors.
Disc brakes appeared for the first time as an option and the models could be fitted on either 16 5K solid wheels or optional 16 5K wire wheels such as this particular car.
The first closed and convertible XK150s were slower than their predecessors. After a twelve-month delay caused by the February 1957 factory fire, this deficit was corrected in the spring of 1958 with the March release of special equipment models fitted with disc brakes and the more powerful SE engine. Twin 1.75-inch (44 mm) SU HD6 carburetors and a modified B type cylinder head with larger exhaust valves improved performance to 220 BHP at 5500 rpm. While most export cars were SE models, a third option for the open two-seater featured an "S" engine with three 2-inch (51 mm) SU HD8 carburetors and a straight-port cylinder head boosting power to a claimed 265 BHP.
In 1960 the 220 hp 3.8 litre engine fitted in the full-sized luxury Mark IX sedan since October 1958 became available. It was tuned to produce up to 265 hp in S models and propel an XK150 to 135 mph (217 km/h) and from 060 mph in around 7.0 seconds.In addition to the XK150, Jaguars product line included the Mark 1 Saloon which they had produced since 1955. Like the D-type sports racing car, the Mk1 was built around an advanced steel monocoque bodyshell. The XK150s eventual replacement, the fabled E-type, would follow suit in this regard.
Transmission was via a Moss four-speed manual gearbox or an optional three-speed automatic sourced from Borg-Warner.In addition to the standard 190bhp engine, Jaguar offered the Special Equipment upgrade that included their B-type cylinder head which had been developed from the C-type head fitted to previous iterations of the SE.The new B-type head most notably featured enlarged exhaust valves. The rest of the upgrade pack included high lift camshafts, a 9.0:1 compression ratio, heavier torsion bars and twin exhausts. Wire wheels and fog lights were standard.
The XK150 SE developed 210bhp at 5500rpm which was 250rpm lower than the XK140 iteration.Even more importantly, the torque rating was 216lb-ft at 3000rpm compared to 213lb-ft at 4000rpm for the outgoing XK140 SE.
As before, body panels were manufactured predominantly from steel. Exceptions were the hood and trunk lid which were formed from aluminum.To increase cockpit space and make access easier, FHC and DHC variants came with a windscreen that was moved four-inches further forward. Up front, the hood was widened and given a noticeably broader 16-bar instead of seven-bar grille.
To further modernize the XKs appearance, the tops of the front fenders were flattened thus giving a more integrated look. Similarly, down each flank, the previously curvaceous line the flowed from the front to the rear fenders was straightened lending a more contemporary, slab-sided appearance. This in turn enabled the doors to be more neatly integrated.
Inside, the XK150 featured a new dash layout. The large read outs for road and engine speed (previously located at either end of the dash) were now positioned centrally. In between them was a small ammeter and the toggle switch for the lights. Although the walnut veneered dash and door caps used previously were still available as an option, as standard they were now upholstered in leather. An alloy dash fascia was also available. To reflect the extra space inside, subtly revised seats were installed. Once again, the FHC variant came with two small rear seats. Leather was used to upholster practically every surface that wasnt carpeted. In addition to the Special Equipment package, Jaguar offered a variety of optional extras.
Buyers could have the exterior of their XK150 enhanced with Lucas fog lamps, a leaping Jaguar mascot for the hood, a chromed luggage rack for the trunk, a chromed badge bar, Dunlop Road Speed tyres with whitewalls and steel wheels with chrome hub caps and rear wheel spats. Performance upgrades included a dual exhaust system, close-ratio gearbox and Dunlop racing tires. Instead of the standard 8.0:1 compression ratio, a 7.0:1 or 9.0:1 ratio could be requested. A steel underbody shield gave protection against adverse road conditions.
Cockpit extras included fitted luggage (two suitcases to match the rest of the interior), a choice of Radiomobil radios, an aluminum dash, bucket seats and a white or wood finished Bluemels steering wheel. The FHC could be specified with a Weathershields sunroof. The DHC could be specified with a full-length tonneau cover.
The XK150 FHC weighed in at 1473kg while the DHC variant was slightly lighter at 1460kg. In comparison, the outgoing XK140s had both tipped the scales at 1420kg. Top speed of the standard (non-SE) XK150 variants was 124mph compared to 125mph for the equivalent XK140s. The XK150s 0-62mph time was a tenth quicker at 8.3 seconds. The S engine (which was not available with an automatic gearbox) came with triple SU HD8 carburettors instead of twin HD6 units. It also featured a new straight port cylinder head to improve air flow. Cars ordered to S specification came with all the Special Equipment trim as standard. The result was a peak output of 250bhp at 5500rpm and 240lb-ft at 4500rpm.Unsurprisingly, the 3.4 S was the fastest XK150 yet; all three body styles could hit around 135mph while the 0-62mph time dropped to a little over seven seconds. At the London Motor Show in October 1959, Jaguar launched a brace of new 3.8-litre engine options for the 1960 model year. The 3.8 motor had already seen service in the Mark IX Saloon which had been launched a year earlier. It was bored from 83mm to 87mm while stroke remained unchanged at 106mm. This gave a displacement of 3781cc which was a 339cc gain over the 3.4-litre unit. Both iterations of the 3.8-litre engine ran an 8.0:1 compression ratio.
The 3.8 SE came with two SU HD6 carburettors. It produced 220bhp at 5500rpm and 240lb-ft at 3000rpm. Top speed was 130mph and 0-62mph took 7.4 seconds.
The top-of-the-range 3.8 S came with triple SU HD8 carbs. Peak output was 265bhp at 5500rpm and 260lb-ft at 4000rpm. Top speed was 137mph and 0-62mph took 7.1 seconds.
XK150 production ended in November 1960. In total, 9365 were built in all configurations.
Four months later (in March 1961), production of the highly anticipated E-type began.
Left-hand drive XK150 DHC production ran from March 1957 to October 1960. VINs ranged from 837001 to 839010.Right-hand drive XK150 DHC production ran from November 1957 to October 1960. VINs ranged from 827001 to 827663.
Of the 2682 XK150 DHC constructed, 1903 were to 3.4 / SE trim, 104 were to 3.4 S trim, 586 were to 3.8 trim and 89 were to 3.8 S trim.
Left-hand drive XK150 FHC production ran from March 1957 to November 1960. VINs ranged from 834001 to 847095. (This particular model being VIN # 835699)Right-hand drive XK150 FHC production ran from August 1957 to October 1960. VINs ranged from 824001 to 825369.
Of the 4450 XK150 FHC constructed, 3445 were to 3.4 / SE trim, 199 were to 3.4 S trim, 656 were to 3.8 trim and 150 were to 3.8 S trim.
Left-hand drive XK150 OTS production ran from September 1957 to November 1960. VINs ranged from 830001 to 832174.
Right hand drive XK150 OTS production ran from October 1958 to October 1960. VINs ranged from 820001 to 8200093.
Of the 2263 XK150 OTS constructed, 1297 were to 3.4 / SE trim, 888 were to 3.4 S trim, 42 were to 3.8 trim and 36 were to 3.8 S trim.This particular FHC XK150 includes the dual exhaust, wire spoke wheels and additional front lights. This fine XK150 is remarkably clean and is virtually 100% original under the bonnet. The fit and finish of the entire car is excellent.
The car has no rust whatsoever with the floor boards and all the typical rust-prone areas all original and unrestored and not painted and solid and rust-free! The car has no signs of any accidents and has a very straight body and looks extremely impressive with the Red leather interior and chrome wire wheels and a beautiful interior with the door panels, dashboard, seats and carpets all in very fine all condition throughout.
Combined with new standards in terms of performance, Jaguar had obviously built what was destined to become this milestone and eminently always collectible classic car.
Engine # 3292-8
Chassis # S835699DN
Body # J871C
Gearbox # JL307800CR
The lucky new owner will no doubt be eligible for nearly any major classic car rally or event he or she chooses. An excellent and highly drivable example of a true sporting legend, this exceptional, low mileage Jaguar simply begs to be driven.
Price: $16,500
Exterior Color: Gray, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional and rare two door coupe example of this original southern year 2000 Jaguar XK8 4.0L V8 in original and desirable 'Titanium Pearl' factory color 'LGL' paint with a striking and matching 'Oatmeal' leather trim code 'AGD' interior and factory alloy wheels and always primarily serviced at Jaguar dealerships or independent specialists since new. The car is loaded with factory options including Navigation, DVD and a CD changer.
This particular southern California car has obviously always been garaged since new and shows and drives very well and which must be seen to be truly appreciated! A real head-turner! All the options and gauges are working as they should including the ice-cold A/C!
The engine is extremely strong and smooth running with excellent oil pressure and which does not burn or leak oil, a testament to its very well maintained service history. The temperature always remains cool and the car drives exactly like a fine Jaguar sports car should - no shakes or rattles - very smooth and powerful!
Please note that the Carfax report does show an "Accident" damage report in 6/29/2005 which we would have to consider to have been minor cosmetics, including dents or scratches to the vehicle body, as we are unable to find any evidence of any serious damage; and also a mileage inconsistency which is an obvious clerical error on 9/5/2024 with the mileage having been recorded as 33,945 instead of some 123K which would have been correct. A free copy of the Carfax report is attached on our website.
You will certainly look long and hard to find a finer example of this well maintained and very rare and increasingly desirable Jaguar XK8 4.0L V8 coupe available anywhere else!]]>
Price: $19,500
Exterior Color: Orange, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present a very desirable 1973 American Motors Jeep 4WD V8 'CJ5' model with reportedly only one long time family owner since new and with original factory options including a 4 speed manual transmission and 2-speed transfer case, bikini top with soft doors.
This is a 1973 year LHD 3 speed CJ5 model built in Toledo with a 3,750 lbs GVW and open body with the 304 V8 engine. It is presented in its original solid 'Copper Tan Metallic' (code 517) factory color with Black bucket seats (code 422).
Voted as none less than the #2 of the "9 Hottest Collectible Cars Right Now for 2018" by none less than the 'Hagerty Bull Market List' for 2018, with two-thirds of quotes that are requested from Hagerty coming from Gen X and Millennials. This interest from those younger generations means it stands to do well, as those are the collectors who are actively growing their collections.
After remaining in production through a range of model numbers, and several corporate parents, the Jeep CJ line was officially ended in 1986. More than 1.5 million CJ Jeeps were built, having continued the same basic body style for 45 years since the Jeep first appeared. The Jeep CJ series of 1976-86 has the imprint 'Since 1941' somewhere in the interior, although Willys-Overland had not officially been granted the Jeep trademark until 1950, well after the company had already developed a good business selling civilian versions of the wartime Jeep. Probably the smartest thing American Motors president Roy Chapin ever did was acquire Kaiser-Jeep Corporation in 1970. In 1976 the CJ-7 appeared as basically a stretched CJ-5 to compete with a growing assortment of rivals, fitted with the first factory-equipped hard top and steel doors among its upgrades. It would carry the CJ line for the next 11 years, right through AMCs merger first with Renault, then with Chrysler.
Even after 30 years of CJ development, you do not have to squint too hard to see the old hero of Normandy and Guadalcanal in the CJ's sheetmetal. But if the design still looked inspired by cardboard shipping boxes, even so, with the top and doors removed, the windscreen folded, and the CJ-5 put the wind in your face and bugs in your teeth just the way its predecessors had been doing since 1945!]]>
Price: Call for Price
Exterior Color: Colorado Red, Interior Color:
COLLECTIBLE & VERY DESIRABLE TWO OWNER 1991 JEEP GRAND WAGONEER 'FINAL EDITION' 4WD SUV WITH ONLY 71K ORIGINAL MILES!!
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this rare and very desirable American Motors 'Final Edition' 1991 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 4WD 5.9L V8 Full Size SUV model with only 71K original miles and loaded with factory options including; including air conditioning, rear window defroster, power door locks and windows, power steering, power brakes, electric mirrors, tilt wheel, automatic transmission, 'Red' leather seats, tinted glass and power tailgate window!
The Jeep Wagoneer was the first luxury 4X4 SUV, compared to its contemporaries such as the basic and utilitarian Land Rover and it only saw very minor mechanical changes throughout its 28 years plus production run, which was the longest production run in US automotive history and which was produced through several different name changes from 1963-1991. The Wagoneer was to replace the original 'Willys Jeep Station Wagon' which had been produced since 1946 and remained in production into 1965.
For 1982, new luxury editions named Custom Wagoneer and Wagoneer Brougham were added, and the Wagoneer Limited was substantially upgraded with luxury equipment. Limited buyers got bucket seats with leather trim, a center armrest, and unique door panels; leather-wrapped steering wheel; extra thick carpeting; woodgrain overlay on the lower dash; wide woodgrain side and rear; roofrack; bright drip rail overlay; aluminum wheels (still 15 x 7); a tire upgrade; various moldings; standard air conditioning; power windows and locks; cruise; tilt wheel; FM stereo; the visibility group; electric remote control mirrors; bumper guards; six-way power front seats; and a rear window defogger. In 1984, the full-size Wagoneer line was consolidated into one offering and in 1987 Chrysler bought out American Motors and continued to build the Grand Wagoneer until 1991.
These 1987-91 model years are considered the best of the breed due to a number of upgrades including upgraded wood sidings and modern aluminum wheels in 'Gunmetal Grey Metallic' and with two-stage base/clearcoat paint. The 1989-91 years also boasted a number of further improvements including a quality replacement for the air conditioning system, which was prone to leaks in the earlier models, an interior overhead console and compass and other welcome and general improvements in fit and finish.
The end of the line came in 1991, after enjoying one of the longest production runs for any vehicle, with the powerful V8 engine and high towing capacity having proved the Grand Wagoneer to be the vehicle of choice for numerous repeat buyers. These late model Grand Wagoneers with low mileage have become a highly prized and coveted vehicle which routinely sell for more than their original sticker prices (see the renown Wagonmaster and other related cult sites for comparison pricing) more than two decades after rolling off the assembly line.
In 1991 a total of only 1,560 SJ Grand Wagoneers were produced with an optional 'Final Edition Jeep Grand Wagoneer' badge on the dashboard and this particular example is one such model!
This is a genuine two owner vehicle since new and is an absolutely pristine example of this fully loaded and legendary 1991 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 'Final Edition' with only 71K original miles. As previously stated these models have become highly sought after and collectible vehicles with enthusiasts around the world especially seeking out well maintained and low mileage examples of the rare 'Final Edition' like this one!
As for the best way to describe the Grand Wagoneer ... large print ads in 1984 declared, Jeep Grand Wagoneer has no rival... why do you suppose its the solitary entry in the full-size, 4-wheel drive luxury wagon class?""
The vehicle was always garage kept, by its original owners in Reno, Nevada from whom we purchased the vehicle in the year 2015 with 53,889 original miles and consequently sold to only its second, and now previous owners, in Newport Beach, CA. The vehicle is still virtually as new, there have been no accidents, & the vehicle has never been off road! The vehicle was originally always primarily dealer serviced at 'Land Rover' of Reno, NV and the car has a clean CARFAX report both confirming its ownership and mileage.
The original and quite stunning 'Colorado Red' color paint with wood sidings is in excellent condition and the luxurious leather interior is also quite stunning and as new with beautiful original matching Red color leather front and rear seats with virtually no signs of any wear and all the power options and gauges are working as they should including the ice-cold A/C.
This well maintained and low original 71K miles highly desirable 1991 'Final Edition' Jeep Grand Wagoneer 4WD 5.9L V8 SUV runs as if still brand new, the transmission shifts smoothly through all the gears, there are no oil leaks and the temperature always remains cool - drives exactly like such a well kept and maintained vehicle with such low miles should! You will surely look long and hard to find a finer or nicer driving and looking example of this legendary full size Jeep Grand Wagoneer, owned by only two very careful and mature non-smoking owners since new!
Price: $139,500
Exterior Color: Black, Interior Color: Black
1963 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL 430 CID 320 HP V8 4 DOOR CONVERTIBLE
FACTORY AIR CONDITIONING, POWER STEERING & POWER FRONT SEATS
POWER TOP HYDRAULICS REBUILT BY LEGENDARY EXPERT JOHN CASHMAN
MOST DESIRABLE FIRST GENERATION MODEL IN MOST DESIRED 'TRIPLE BLACK' COLOR COMBINATION
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional and very original and rust free and accident example of this legendary 1963 Lincoln Continental 4 door Convertible restored in the most desirable and striking 'Triple Black' color combination color with its original 'Black Crinkle Leather' (Trim Code 86) leather color interior and original factory specifications and factory options including; Automatic Transmission, Air conditioning, Heater, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Power windows, Power Vent Windows, 6-Way Power front seat, Power antenna, Power top, Walnut Applique Instrument Panel, Chrome Curb Guards, Automatic Headlight Dimmer, Electric Clock, Padded Instrument Panel, Speed Control, Remote Mirror, original radio, cruise control and it's original 430 c.i. / 320 bhp V8 engine!
Added factory options include:
Air Conditioning ($505)
Automatic Headlight Dimmers ($46)
Tinted Glass ($54)
6 Way Power Seat
AM Radio
Leather Upholstery ($100)
Power Operated Door Latching System
Padded instrument Panel
Hydraulic windshield wipers with electric washers
Power steering
Power brakes
430 4 BBL 320HP V8
Turbo Drive Automatic Transmission
The flagship Lincoln model in 1963 and redesigned from the previous year with a new grille and rear panel and added rear legroom and importantly the cars electrical system was updated when Ford replaced the previous years generator with an alternator. This years model also earned its name in infamy as being the very same model car in which President Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas, that very year. In 1961, the Continental replaced the Lincoln Capri and Premiere consolidating Lincoln into a single product line. The Lincoln Continental was the only 4 door convertible offered on the American market and the suicide doors that opened to the center and were hinged to the body instead of the center pillar were a natural hallmark of the car for the years to come and interestingly were originally a purely practical decision by the Lincoln engineers as the cars wheelbase was shorter than its predecessors and the doors were hinged from the rear to ease entry to the rear seats. The entire body of the car is welded into a single unit and an unprecedented number of long-life service components such as a fully sealed electrical system were added to the car and the car was thoroughly protected from corrosion by factory applied four coats of baked enamel. The solid construction, they were built so solidly that the car was heavier than any car from the Cadillac or Imperial line, boosted the cars reputation as both the finest and most handsome mass produced domestic automobile of its time.
This particular example has been restored and repainted in 'Black' color paint with a gorgeous original matching 'Black' color leather interior and a new 'Black' power soft top which had been overhauled at great expense by the renown John Cashman to ensure turn-key ready operation today! The floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas are completely solid and rust-free and the car has no signs of any accidents - obviously an always garaged and cherished car since new and remarkably with every option including all windows, power antenna, radio, clock, soft top and air conditioning working as they should!
The car has it's original matching # 430 c.i. V8 engine with reportedly only 26K original miles which is extremely strong and powerful and sounds absolutely magnificent! This particular car also drives absolutely magnificently - it must really be seen and driven to be believed and appreciated - does not miss a beat and purrs like a kitten - drives straight as an arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles - a truly remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day car a run for it's money! The transmission shifts smoothly through all the gears and the car has four virtually new radial wide white wall tires mounted on its original wheels.
This is a rare opportunity to own a beautiful and rare great daily driving and rust free example of a beautifully preserved 1963 Lincoln Continental Convertible! A super striking example which is perfect car for the Lincoln enthusiast or simply a great daily driving and turn-key ready example of one very fine classic 1960's American classic car for any classic American classic car collector!]]>
Price: $19,500
Exterior Color: Brown, Interior Color: Other Color
West Coast Classics are proud to present this 1970 Lincoln Continental 460c.i. 365HP V8 4 Door Sedan with all it's original factory specifications including it's original 'Medium Brown Metallic' (Color Code 5) factory color paint and an all original 'Tobacco Leather & Vinyl' (Trim Code KZ) interior and its original large 460 c.i. V8 engine.
Finished in factory-correct Medium Brown Metallic, this 1970 Lincoln Mark III is powered by a 460ci V8 engine with a 4-barrel carburetor backed by an automatic transmission. Equipped with power steering, power disc brakes, factory air conditioning, twilight Sentinel headlights, roof-mounted warning lights and a full-size spare. Features a correct Brown vinyl top, correct original Tobacco leather interior ($179), AM/FM radio ($307), wood-grain trim, electric clock, power windows, power seats, remote mirror, rear window defrost. Rides on 15-inch steel wheels with correct Lincoln hubcaps.
The original 460/365HP V8 engine is extremely strong and powerful and this particular car drives very well and must be driven to be appreciated.
Few products from the Motor City have been as well-defined in the market as the Continental Mark III. Produced by Fords Lincoln-Mercury division from 1969 to 1971. By 1971 the good looking and popular Mark III was entering its last year of production and was Ford's challenge to Cadillac and squared directly at the Eldorado. This handsome luxury sedan is highly desired today by collectors and has become a 'Milestone car'
This is a rare opportunity to own a very fine and unabused example of an obviously always garaged and all original 1970 Lincoln Continental Mark III 4 Door Sedan. This is a great investment that's sure to appreciate over the years for any American classic car collector of obviously any Lincoln enthusiast!
Finished in factory-correct Medium Brown Metallic, this 1970 Lincoln Mark III is powered by a 460ci V8 engine with a 4-barrel carburetor backed by an automatic transmission. Equipped with power steering, power disc brakes, factory air conditioning, twilight Sentinel headlights, roof-mounted warning lights and a full-size spare. Features a correct Brown vinyl top, correct original Tobacco leather interior ($179), AM/FM radio ($307), wood-grain trim, electric clock, power windows, power seats, remote mirror, rear window defrost. Rides on 15-inch steel wheels with correct Lincoln hubcaps.
The original 460/365HP V8 engine is extremely strong and powerful and this particular car drives very well and must be driven to be appreciated.
Few products from the Motor City have been as well-defined in the market as the Continental Mark III. Produced by Fords Lincoln-Mercury division from 1969 to 1971. By 1971 the good looking and popular Mark III was entering its last year of production and was Ford's challenge to Cadillac and squared directly at the Eldorado. This handsome luxury sedan is highly desired today by collectors and has become a 'Milestone car'
This is a rare opportunity to own a very fine and unabused example of an obviously always garaged and all original 1970 Lincoln Continental Mark III 4 Door Sedan. This is a great investment that's sure to appreciate over the years for any American classic car collector of obviously any Lincoln enthusiast!
Price: $49,500
Exterior Color: Other Color, Interior Color:
Luxury at its finest.
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional and outstanding example of a 1940 Lincoln Zephyr V12 Continental Convertible. Reportedly only 350 of these hand built 1940 Lincoln Zephyr V12 Continental Convertible models were built with very few still known to exist according to the Lincoln Zephyr Owners Club.
One of just 350 cabriolets built in 1940
Older restoration from a renown collection that presents beautifully
CCCA Full Classic
This was one of the sweetest rides you could by in 1940. Imagine the looks back in the day, to drive a sporty luxury convertible and these prestigious Lincoln Zephyr models were all of that and more. The Zephyr was Lincoln's response to the depression and one of major significance. It was seen as the first successfully designed streamlined car available in the U.S. and was powered by a water cooled 4784cc (292c.i.) V12 engine on a 125" wheelbase! Vacuum assisted brakes were standard, important for stopping well for such a large car, and a 3 speed gearbox. Introduced in 1936 and structurally revised for 1940 and heavily face lifted, not for the better, in 1942. It returned after the war as a warmed up continuation but without the Zephyr name.
With just 350 convertibles and 54 coupes produced, the beautifully styled Continental found adoration within the art and automotive worlds, with Frank Lloyd Wright and Rita Hayworth among the cars noteworthy owners. It would become the basis for the Lincoln image for the next nine decades. With a few scattered years of non-production, the Continental was manufactured in 10 generations and for a total of 55 years until its most recent discontinuation in 2020.
The stunning example offered here was assembled at the Long Beach, California plant on 22 May 1940, according to the cars build sheet. Shipped to its original owner on 29 May 1940, the car was nicely appointed with whitewall tires, radio, clock, and the optional stone deflector, this stylish and rare Continental cabriolet must have turned heads in 1940, as it does today. In recent years it has been kept in the same show-ready condition by the collection staff and is in as fine condition as the day it was last restored.
The car is strikingly handsome in an Ivory finish that showcases the cars voluptuous lines, this Continental features a light color leather interior that coordinates well with the exterior. Fitted with the legendary Lincoln V-12 and an overdrive transmission, this rare and stylish 1940 Continental Cabriolet makes an ideal choice for further touring, or simply cruising on the great American highway, just as it did for the man who conceived the legendary car from the start, Edsel Ford.
You will be hard pressed to find anyone to dispute that the 1940 Lincoln Zephyr Continental Convertible is one of the most elegant automobiles ever to roll off the Lincoln assembly line. Originally designed as a custom bodied special for Edsel Ford, Bob Gregorie's 'Mark I' Convertible seems to only look better and better as the years have passed. Powered by the long stroke V12 derived from Ford's flathead V8 and one of the first cars ever to be recognized as something more than just an automobile by both the 'New York's Museum of Modern Art' & the 'Classic Car Club of America', amongst others, and one of the finest examples of automobile as art it remains to this day. An ageless design to be sure and a highly coveted CCCA Classic making these particular 1940 cars extremely collectible and prized amongst Zephyr enthusiasts.
More than almost 80 years later they are one of the few such models still as attractive today as they were to buyers when new. Of all the elegant models produced, the convertible is the rarest with only 350 manufactured in 1940 and with very few known to remain according to the LZOC. The car was built on a 125 inch wheelbase channel section frame with a central X crossmember. Inside bench seats dressed in light color leather seat four comfortably and the car boasts a woodgrain instrument panel that houses the standard array of Gold tone gauges in a beautiful period Art Deco theme with its original AM radio! The clock matching the speedometer dresses up the passenger side and the car has a power top and original factory added options of both the AM Radio and Heater and side mirror.
Moving this nearly 4,000 pound convertible is its original V12 engine mated to its original standard column shift 3 speed manual transmission which featured synchronized second and third gears. This rare Lincoln will still run down the road at freeway speeds with no hesitation, she has no wobbles or creaks. This car is an all steel car. She has obviously been in a private collection in a controlled environment for many years.
This particular example was beautifully and painstakingly restored with no expense spared some years ago prior to being acquired by its long time collector owner in this 'Ivory' color which is stunningly striking along with its white wall tires and Zephyr wheels. The leather interior with wool carpets has also been faithfully reupholstered and is in exceptional condition throughout and the correct factory canvas power Tan top is also in exceptional condition. There can only be very few miles on the car since it's unibody (body welded to the frame) cosmetic and mechanical restoration. This is a rust free car that retains all of its original body panels including floors, rockers, and trunk with very straight panels. That factor is extremely important on a unibody designed car such as this. Completely restored from the ground up mechanically, cosmetically, and correctly. All the chrome has been replated including top bows, seat hardware, etc. Gold tone gauge cluster and the woodgrain were also fully restored. The floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas are completely solid and rust-free and the car has has no signs of any accidents - a razor straight body and obviously an always garaged and cherished car since new with no rust! The original spare wheel and tire and factory tools are still located in their rightful storage place in the trunk.
The original V12 292 c.i. engine is extremely strong and powerful and this particular car drives magnificently - must be driven to be fully appreciated - drives straight as an arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles - a truly remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day car a run for it's money!
This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored 1940 Lincoln Zephyr V12 Continental Convertible, recently acquired from a prominent collection and a car which has obviously always been exquisitely maintained and stored the car under the most ideal conditions, this is definitely a car you can show and enjoy today and which is undisputedly very rare, highly desirable, and a superb collectible and unabused example of one of the outstanding designs of the early forties pre-war art deco period!
This is one very desirable pre-war CCCA full classic for any classic American car enthusiast or collector to add to his collection, a very honest and exquisitely restored, both cosmetically and mechanically, example of a 1940 Lincoln Zephyr V12 Continental Convertible and a sure-fire investment that's sure to appreciate over the years for any classic American car collector or Lincoln Zephyr enthusiast!]]>
Price: $132,500
Exterior Color: Black, Interior Color: Red
West Coast Classics to present this absolutely exceptional 1957 Mercedes 190SL Roadster in Black over Red leather interior powered by it's matching #'s 1,897cc/120hp four-cylinder engine with dual carbs and teamed with a four-speed manual gearbox and a new soft top and frame. Recently fully professionally restored with the odometer reading some 22,589 miles!
The 190SL model shares much of the styling with the 300SL roadster and also qualities that made the 300SL such a historically significant vehicle. With the 1954-1963 Mercedes Benz 300SL selling regularly at auction for over $1 million dollars, the savvy Mercedes Benz investors are buying up the best examples of the 190SL available.
1957 Mercedes Benz 190SL
VIN Number (Chassis Number) 7500732
Beautiful Black (40 G) exterior Glassurit finish with Rosser Red Leather interior and black canvas top expertly fitted to the vehicle.
Nut and bolt rotisserie restoration to show quality standards
The quality of a well restored vehicle can best be judged by the attention to detail underneath and under the hood.
Completely rebuilt engine, transmission, rear axle with new boot, front suspension. No mechanicals were overlooked.
All fresh anodized parts, fully rebuilt brake booster, all new hoses and factory correct Baruch hose clamps.
The undercarriage of this vehicle including fuel tank is properly restored with attention to factory correct colors and marking.
All fenderwells and entire undercarriage are refinished to factory specs with correct colors.
The engine bay is equally impressive with its spotless appearance, proper refinishing of components and correct badges and decals.
The absolute most impressive feature of this top notch restoration is the attention to detail of the bodywork.
The vehicle's panels gap out beautifully and the contours are fitted perfectly with the vehicle's show quality bright work.
All rubber components and weatherstripping on entire car have been replaced with OEM materials.
Rare and Desirable Options include:
Driver and Passenger Sun visors
Original Rear reflectors
Becker Europa Radio
All gauges restored to original show quality
Original Solexes rebuilt and in box in the trunk
Extensive care was taken to refinish all aluminum and metal parts in engine bay to correct and original factory finishes.
All body chrome was replated to a show quality standard
Interior work to exacting standards.
The trunk comes complete with its original spare wheel, jack and lug wrench.
Driving is believing as the vehicle runs and drives beautifully with only few miles since its mechanicals were completed during restoration.
The car is a superb example in every way fully restored with no expense spared and with exceptional Black paint and has a very attractive interior finished in Red leather with gleaming chrome gauge surrounds and brilliant chrome touches throughout. An excellent driver that also shows extremely well, this rare and highly desirable 190SL Roadster will be a cherished addition to any serious collection!
Stylistically evocative of the mighty 300SL, but with a slightly less complex drive train, the sleek, aerodynamic and comparatively light Mercedes Benz 190SL was very advanced for its time. The 190SL was praised for its outstanding achievement in styling, engineering, quality of design, detailing and workmanship, as well as the general feeling of solidity which the car immediately conveys. The open-top Mercedes Benz was not designed as a thorough-bred sports car. Instead, it was conceived as an elegant two-seater for touring and everyday driving. Although the Mercedes 190SL was described as a roadster, it was actually a proper cabriolet with roll-up windows and a well-insulated top.
A timeless classic whose beautiful styling has aged very well, the 190SL is still comfortable and competent by modern standards. The final production tally by Mercedes from 1955 to 1963 was 25,881 cars, about 10,000 of which were sold in the USA. The Mercedes-Benz 190SL is among the most desirable cars of its era. Surviving Mercedes 190SL's have become increasingly collectible in recent years and they are much sought after all over the world.]]>
Price: $129,500
Exterior Color: Red, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics to present this absolutely exceptional 1962 Mercedes 190SL Roadster in Red over Black leather interior powered by it's 1,897cc/120hp four-cylinder engine with dual carbs and teamed with a four-speed manual gearbox and a new soft top and frame. Recently professionally restored with the odometer reading some 344 miles!
The 190SL model shares much of the styling with the 300SL roadster and also qualities that made the 300SL such a historically significant vehicle. With the 1954-1963 Mercedes Benz 300SL selling regularly at auction for over $1 million dollars, the savvy Mercedes Benz investors are buying up the best examples of the 190SL available
The car is a superb example with exceptional Red paint and has a very attractive interior finished in Black leather with gleaming chrome gauge surrounds and brilliant chrome touches throughout. An excellent driver that also shows extremely well, this rare and highly desirable 190SL Roadster will be a cherished addition to any serious collection!
Stylistically evocative of the mighty 300SL, but with a slightly less complex drive train, the sleek, aerodynamic and comparatively light Mercedes Benz 190SL was very advanced for its time. The 190SL was praised for its outstanding achievement in styling, engineering, quality of design, detailing and workmanship, as well as the general feeling of solidity which the car immediately conveys. The open-top Mercedes Benz was not designed as a thorough-bred sports car. Instead, it was conceived as an elegant two-seater for touring and everyday driving. Although the Mercedes 190SL was described as a roadster, it was actually a proper cabriolet with roll-up windows and a well-insulated top.
A timeless classic whose beautiful styling has aged very well, the 190SL is still comfortable and competent by modern standards. The final production tally by Mercedes from 1955 to 1963 was 25,881 cars, about 10,000 of which were sold in the USA. The Mercedes-Benz 190SL is among the most desirable cars of its era. Surviving Mercedes 190SL's have become increasingly collectible in recent years and they are much sought after all over the world.
The 190SL model shares much of the styling with the 300SL roadster and also qualities that made the 300SL such a historically significant vehicle. With the 1954-1963 Mercedes Benz 300SL selling regularly at auction for over $1 million dollars, the savvy Mercedes Benz investors are buying up the best examples of the 190SL available
The car is a superb example with exceptional Red paint and has a very attractive interior finished in Black leather with gleaming chrome gauge surrounds and brilliant chrome touches throughout. An excellent driver that also shows extremely well, this rare and highly desirable 190SL Roadster will be a cherished addition to any serious collection!
Stylistically evocative of the mighty 300SL, but with a slightly less complex drive train, the sleek, aerodynamic and comparatively light Mercedes Benz 190SL was very advanced for its time. The 190SL was praised for its outstanding achievement in styling, engineering, quality of design, detailing and workmanship, as well as the general feeling of solidity which the car immediately conveys. The open-top Mercedes Benz was not designed as a thorough-bred sports car. Instead, it was conceived as an elegant two-seater for touring and everyday driving. Although the Mercedes 190SL was described as a roadster, it was actually a proper cabriolet with roll-up windows and a well-insulated top.
A timeless classic whose beautiful styling has aged very well, the 190SL is still comfortable and competent by modern standards. The final production tally by Mercedes from 1955 to 1963 was 25,881 cars, about 10,000 of which were sold in the USA. The Mercedes-Benz 190SL is among the most desirable cars of its era. Surviving Mercedes 190SL's have become increasingly collectible in recent years and they are much sought after all over the world.
Price: $159,500
Exterior Color: Silver, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this mostly all stock and original southern California owners 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Coupe with reportedly and believed to be 55K original miles!
The original factory 'Silver Grey Metallic' (color code 180) color paint is in exceptional condition and the rare and highly desirable factory options, including the car's interior, include the original steering wheel, automatic floor shifter, leather 'Black' seats, original wood, original 'Becker Europa' radio with power antenna, power windows, outside rear mirrors, low grille, original owner's manuals and original factory BEHR air conditioning; this striking mostly all original example would prove a worthy addition to any enthusiasts collection.
The 280 SE 3.5 coupes were Mercedes-Benz' first V-8 powered sports cars. The combination of superb performance and elegant styling makes the 3.5 a very highly collectible and desirable car amongst classic car collectors and this is obviously especially true for Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts. With the same basic body as the 280 SE six cylinder, the eight cylinder offered a new interior which featured more wood and leather upholstery as standard. This was a low production car for its day with only 4,502 units produced (3,270 coupes and 1,232 cabriolets) during its only two years of production (11/1969-7/1971).
The 280SE 3.5 W111 model. was built for a period of less than two years, from November 1969 to July 1971 with fewer than 500 of these low grille V-8 Coupes sold in the U.S. Carrying a whopping MSRP of $14,509.00 forty years ago, this should come as no surprise. Squarely placed in Rolls Royce Corniche territory, those who could afford the best were fortunate if they could even obtain a 3.5 from their local Mercedes Benz dealer, such was the exclusivity and demand of this amazing motorcar. Generously applied chrome fittings, combined with the finest natural materials available, provide an unmatched ambiance of luxury and wealth in its lavishly appointed interior, where fine ROSER leather, exquisite burl wood and chrome plated fittings abound, the standard of craftsmanship apparent everywhere on this car is nothing short of astonishing making the cost of restoration for one of these hand-built Mercedes luxury Coups has become almost prohibitively expensive.
In 1969, the 3.5-liter power plant introduced the engine of tomorrow for Mercedes. Highly advanced, Mercedes' first V-8 featured overhead camshafts, electronic fuel injection, and transistorized ignition. Output was rated at 200 DIN horsepower, good for a top speed of 127 mph and 0-60 times of 8.9 seconds and this particular car must drive virtually as well as the day it left the showroom floor over forty years ago! The engine is extremely strong and responsive with excellent oil pressure and no noticeable oil leaks and which sounds absolutely magnificent. The transmission shifts smoothly through all the gears and the engine temperature always remains cool.
Hand built with generously applied chrome fittings, combined with the finest natural materials available, provide an unmatched ambiance of luxury and wealth in its lavishly appointed interior, with fine ROSER leather, exquisite burl wood and chrome plated fittings abound, the standard of craftsmanship apparent everywhere on this car is nothing short of astonishing on these hand-built Mercedes luxury cars. The Roser company was a German leather company and a key supplier of leather to Mercedes-Benz and other automobile companies over the decades until the company went out of business in 1994. Roser leather was surface-dyed, as opposed to vat-dyed which most all leather today typically is. Vat-dyed leather has the dye permeating the entire skin, so that when you cut the leather you can still see the dye/color on the inside of the skin. The traditional Mercedes Roser leather was surface-dyed, meaning the dye only sat on the surface of the leather and didn't permeate all the way through the skin. Roser leather was supplied to Mercedes cars during the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s and perhaps even through the 1980s. The leather has a number of characteristics that set it apart from current MB leather and leather that you typically see in other automobiles. These characteristics are that the Mercedes leather tends to be harder, less stretchier, and has a semi-gloss surface to it as opposed to more of a "matte" finish that today's glove-soft leathers typically have. Roser leather tends to be stronger as well, because the dye doesn't permeate through the hide. Roser leather is not available today and has not been available anywhere since 1994 (unless it is new-old-stock Roser leather from the original production runs, which MB does have as evidenced by the limited leather availability from the factory).
With prices of the 280SE 3.5 V8 cabriolet convertibles now selling for well over $400K and consequently with the progressively thin on the ground coupes that are still left unmolested now becoming harder and harder to find; the coupe prices have also been rising considerably as a result (unfortunately many coupes have been crudely butchered and unforgivably turned into convertibles over the years!).
In summary, this must be one of the finest, to say nothing of one of the most original surviving examples of a southern California car, with its original 'California Pink Slip' title showing only one California owner until 2023; of these highly collectible and legendary Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 V8 Coupes left available anywhere in such rare turn-key ready daily appreciating, daily driving and daily head-turning condition!]]>
Price: $27,500
Exterior Color: Red, Interior Color:
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this rare 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300SL 24 valve 3.0L 6 cylinder roadster with only 13K original miles in the highly desirable and striking color combination of original factory 'Signal Red' color paint with a Palomino leather interior, a Black power soft top and matching factory 'Signal Red' hard top and is a rare US import!
For 1991, the Mercedes-Benz 300SL was powered by a 24-valve dual-overhead cam six-cylinder engine displacing 180.8 cubic-inches and offering nearly 230 horsepower. The 300SL came with either a five-speed manual gearbox as standard or an optional five-speed automatic. Disc brakes could be found in both the front and rear. New for this year was the Adaptive Damping System (ADS).
After nearly two decades, the 560SL was replaced by the 300SL and 500SL in 1990 with the new R129 series. These new rear-wheel drive two-seater coupe/roadsters rode on a short and sporty wheelbase and came with both a folding top and removable aluminum hardtop. There were airbags installed on both the drivers and passenger's side. Both luxurious and sporty, the 300SL could race from zero-to-sixty in about 9 seconds.
This particular example was always garaged since new with no accidents and with the original and beautiful 'Signal Red' color factory color paint still in absolutely exceptional condition. The original 'Palomino' leather seats are also in absolutely beautiful condition with virtually no signs of any wear as is the original dashboard and wood veneer interior - obviously always garaged from the elements! The car has its original factory 'German canvas' Black color power soft top which is still as new and has hardly ever seen the light of day with a very clear rear plastic window and the car has it's original and also factory correct matching color hard top.
This is a beautifully kept and maintained car and has had no accidents and has a clean CARFAX report and looks and drives exactly like such a well maintained and serviced very low original mileage Mercedes should and must be seen and driven to be truly appreciated!
You will look long and hard to find a lower mileage example in anywhere close to this condition of this rare 300SL model or as well maintained and beautiful and always garaged an example in this very striking color combination available anywhere else!
]]>For 1991, the Mercedes-Benz 300SL was powered by a 24-valve dual-overhead cam six-cylinder engine displacing 180.8 cubic-inches and offering nearly 230 horsepower. The 300SL came with either a five-speed manual gearbox as standard or an optional five-speed automatic. Disc brakes could be found in both the front and rear. New for this year was the Adaptive Damping System (ADS).
After nearly two decades, the 560SL was replaced by the 300SL and 500SL in 1990 with the new R129 series. These new rear-wheel drive two-seater coupe/roadsters rode on a short and sporty wheelbase and came with both a folding top and removable aluminum hardtop. There were airbags installed on both the drivers and passenger's side. Both luxurious and sporty, the 300SL could race from zero-to-sixty in about 9 seconds.
This particular example was always garaged since new with no accidents and with the original and beautiful 'Signal Red' color factory color paint still in absolutely exceptional condition. The original 'Palomino' leather seats are also in absolutely beautiful condition with virtually no signs of any wear as is the original dashboard and wood veneer interior - obviously always garaged from the elements! The car has its original factory 'German canvas' Black color power soft top which is still as new and has hardly ever seen the light of day with a very clear rear plastic window and the car has it's original and also factory correct matching color hard top.
This is a beautifully kept and maintained car and has had no accidents and has a clean CARFAX report and looks and drives exactly like such a well maintained and serviced very low original mileage Mercedes should and must be seen and driven to be truly appreciated!
You will look long and hard to find a lower mileage example in anywhere close to this condition of this rare 300SL model or as well maintained and beautiful and always garaged an example in this very striking color combination available anywhere else!
Price: $21,500
Exterior Color: Blue, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
West Coast Classics are proud to present a great daily driving example of this original southern California version 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 SEC Coupe in beautiful condition throughout in it's original factory 'Midnight Blue' (color code 904) color paint with a 'Sand/Beige' leather interior and with a very well maintained service history, with only one southern California owner since new, making this a fabulous opportunity to own the top-of-the-line Mercedes of it's day which cost over $54K in 1982 (over $176K in 2024 dollars when adjusted for inflation according to the CPI!) in turn-key ready driving condition!
The car was obviously always garaged and the original factory and very striking 'Midnight Blue' color paint is in exceptional condition and the original 'Sand/Beige' leather interior is also in absolutely exceptional condition throughout.The car's factory options include 3.8L V8 engine, automatic transmission, electric sliding sunroof, power assisted steering, power assisted four wheel disc brakes, tinted glass, cruise control, electric window lifts, electrically heated rear window, fully independent suspension, power assisted four wheel disc brakes, anti-lock brakes, automatic antenna, automatic air conditioning with climate control, anti-theft, central locking, insulating glass, Becker Grand Prix Cassette/Radio and chrome Mercedes Bundt wheels.
The car was purchased by its one and only southern California owner at 'Valley Motor Center' of Van Nuys, CA and the car has always been extraordinarily well maintained and serviced over the years at only Mercedes-Benz independent specialists or dealers with all original owners manuals and service records available.
The car therefore drives exactly like such a well maintained and serviced Mercedes should and must be seen and driven to be truly appreciated. The 3.8L V8 engine is extremely strong and responsive, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the temperature always remains cool. All the power options are working as they should including the sunroof and all 4 windows and the air conditioning. The car comes with its original owners manuals, spare wheel and factory tools.
The 380SEC Mercedes-Benz model was flagship car and only the absolute best materials were used in this top-of-the-line model which included all the safety demands of the S line sedans but with the engine hood, trunk lid and bulk head between the tank and trunk being made of light alloy to achieve its curb weight of only 1,610 kg. The car was powered by a powerful V8 fuel injection engine with a top speed of over 140mph matched to a 4 speed convertor automatic transmission which when driving off proceeded in 2nd gear when 'Drive' was engaged but which utilized a pedal kickdown resulting in first gear. A new position 'B' utilized better the engine braking effect and was especially designed for down-hill mountain driving! Another new feature was the floating caliper disc brakes in front which reduced the heating up of brake fluid thus eliminating vapor lock and consequently increasing safety.
Without doubt, this is one of the finest built cars ever made by Mercedes-Benz, now becoming more desirable and collectible than ever before - certainly you will look long and hard to find a finer head-turning example with one original southern California owner since new with original factory paint or more well maintained and always dealer or independent specialist serviced car at this price anywhere else!]]>
Price: $15,500
Exterior Color: Black, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present a beautiful example of this 1998 Mercedes-Benz 500SL 5.0L V8 Convertible in its highly desirable and striking original factory 'Black' color paint with a gorgeous matching 'Black' leather trim interior, factory alloy wheels with all original owners manuals, dealer stamped maintenance booklet, dealer brochures etc since new and a history of extensive service records from 'Mercedes Benz' of Long Beach, CA and recent full service history at the renown 'Malibu Motors', Mercedes Benz specialists of Santa Monica, CA.
This particular example is a car which was obviously always garaged with no accidents with its original factory 'Black' color paint and matching leather interior. The original leather dashboard and the walnut wood veneer interior are still like new (obviously always garaged from the sun and elements!)
The car has a clean CARFAX report confirming its mileage and service history and was serviced at the Mercedes-Benz dealership of Long Beach, CA for routine and scheduled maintenance for many years and which we recently had fully serviced after acquiring the car at the renown local Santa Monica Mercedes-Benz independent specialists, 'Malibu Motors'.
This was the top-of-the-line R129SL Mercedes-Benz flagship car and had a suggested retail price of almost $100K in 1998, which when adjusted for inflation mounts to some $195K today. The R129 was a champion in the luxury car market and dominated worldwide sales during its production run. In 1998, R129 received the major cosmetic and technical updates with revised engines to include the V6, V8, and V12 engines from the newW220 S Class. All of those updated engines had three valves and two spark plugs per cylinder.
Without a doubt, this is one of the finest classic luxury cars built by Mercedes-Benz, this is one very fine example in this most striking and desirable of color combinations available anywhere!
Price: Call for Price
Exterior Color: Black, Interior Color: Black
1995 MERCEDES-BENZ S500 4 DOOR 5.0L V8 SEDAN WITH 70K ORIGINAL MILES
CLEAN CARFAX, EXCEPTIONAL EXAMPLE.
MSRP ALMOST $100K IN 1995, ADJUSTED FOR INFLATION WELL OVER $200K IN 2025!]]>
Price: $13,500
Exterior Color: Arctic White, Interior Color: Cashmere/Savanna Premium Leather
2008 MERCEDES-BENZ S550 4 DOOR SEDAN WITH 76K ORIGINAL MILES.
ORIGINAL BEVERLY HILLS, 3 X SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA OWNERS CAR & ALWAYS PRIMARILY SERVICED AT 'MERCEDES-BENZ OF BEVERLY HILLS' FROM NEW, & AT 'MERCEDES-BENZ OF PALM SPRINGS, CA' WHEN IN THE DESERT, WITH MOST RECENT SERVICE AT MERCEDES-BENZ OF BEVERLY HILLS AT 75,665 MILES IN 2024.
PLEASE NOTE ATTACHED CARFAX SHOWS MINOR PREVIOUS DAMAGE REPORTED & COMPREHENSIVE DEALER SERVICE HISTORY SINCE NEW.
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Price: $135,500
Exterior Color: Graphite Grey, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present a 2020 Mercedes Benz 170" 4x4 Sprinter Crew Van, with every package the MB offers.
Here is the build specification after the cost of the new van itself!:
| Build Specification | Cost |
| Sound dampening: Kilmat sound deadening mats | $460 |
| Insulation: 3M Thinsulate insulation for ceiling and walls, closed cell rubber for floor | $1,637 |
| Wall paneling: custom made and upholstered walls and doors | $3,850 |
| Window Covers: Adventure Vans 5 piece window cover set | $1,209 |
| Seating: Front swivel seats for driver and passenger seats: | $1,380 |
| Dining: Lagun table mount & bamboo dining table | $778 |
| Ventilation: 2 MaxxAir Maxxfan Deluxe Fans | $1,508 |
| Heating: Espar Diesel Heater with a high-altitude sensor | $2,085 |
| Refrigerator: Isotherm 130 Isotherm 130 Clean Touch Stainless Steel 4.6 cu.ft. | $2,291 |
| Sink: 15x15" Square Stainless Steel Sink, Delta Faucet and Filtered Water Faucet | $1,389 |
| Storage: 4x overhead cabinets, Blum hinges and struts, bamboo cabinet doors. Overhead headliner shelf. Two under bench seat storage boxes. | $6,260 |
| Gear area: RB Components 60" heavy weight slide tray, 4x storage cabinets | $8,102 |
| Lighting: Rear led lights, Internal 12x led lights on two separate dimmable switches | $640 |
| Kitchen cabinets: 2x cabinets, framed in 80/20 extruded aluminum, Blum soft close slides, Beech drawers. 6x drawers and 2 doors. | $18,500 |
| Water storage: 20-gallon over-wheel water tank, 5-gallon under-sink water tank | $1,508 |
| Grey water: 5-gallon gray water tank | $235 |
| Water heating: Bosch 4-gallon electric hot water heater | $792 |
| Toilet: Laveo Dry Flush toilet | $1,175 |
| Shower: Rear external shower with shower curtain and bamboo shower mat | $1,840 |
| Power: Goal Zero Yeti 6000x power bank, 550Ahrs, 2500w inverter and solar converter | $9,100 |
| Solar: 320 watts of solar via 2 Renogy 160w panels | $1,950 |
| Awning: Dometic 12-foot awning | $2,445 |
| Suspension: VAN COMPASS Stage 4.3 suspension package with Falcon 3.3 adjustable shocks and upgraded rear leaf suspension | $4,545 |
| Bumper: CA Tuned Hammerhead Front Bumper AND Warn Winch | $4,225 |
| Lighting: Baja Designs LP4 LED Lights | $850 |
| Paint protection: Terra Wagens Aero Hood Spoiler | $179 |
| Rear: Owl Vans Ladder + Tire Carrier and Sherpa Cargo Carrier | $3,390 |
| Wheels & Tires: 5 Black Rhino Stadium Wheels with BFGoodrich KO2 tires and Mondo Mudguard Big Tire Kit | $3,001 |
| Bike Storage: 2x 1Up bike trays | $597 |
| Total | $85,920 |
VIN
W1W4ECVY5LP268299
Year
2020
Make
Mercedes
Model
Sprinter
Mileage
21,401 mi
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel
Diesel
Drivetrain
4x4
Chassis
Van
Seats With Seatbelt
5
Sleep
4
Conversion Status
Complete Build
Title
Clean
Highway Fuel Efficiency (MPG)
17
Roof
Hi-Top
Kitchen Feature
Features:
Sink
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Hot Water Heater Type
Electric
Living Space
Features:
No features
Bed Type
Fixed
Heater
Diesel
Inverter Size
3500 watts
Shower
Outdoor
Solar Panel Wattage
350 watts
Toilet
Cassette (portable)
Ceiling Vents
Fan Vent
Waste Water
Gray Water Tank
Water Storage
30gal
Battery Type
Lithium
Type
Portable Power Station
Battery Voltage
12v
Amp Hours
550ah
Exterior Upgrade
Features:
Aftermarket Suspension
Aftermarket Wheels / Tires
Aftermarket Bumper
Winch
Hitch
Auxilliary Lighting
Ladder
Awning
Vehicle Feature
Features:
Backup Camera
Upgraded Stereo
Cruise Control
Immaculate, Low-Mileage Mercedes Sprinter 3.0L V6 4x4 Camper Van Fully Loaded and Adventure Ready!
This Mercedes Sprinter Camper Van is the ultimate vehicle for those seeking adventure without sacrificing comfort. With just some 21k original miles and one owner, its in pristine condition and built for long-lasting journeys. Whether you're hitting the open road or camping off-grid, this van is equipped with premium features to make every trip unforgettable.
Key Features:
Low Mileage: Only some 21k miles lightly used and meticulously maintained.
Fully loaded: Top spec with every dealer available option.
Immaculate Condition: Single owner, well-kept, and ready to drive.
Seating & Sleeping: Seats 5 with seatbelts and sleeps 4 comfortably.
Premium Insulation: Extensive 3M Thinsulate insulation ensures comfort in any weather.
Versatile Seating: Front swivel seats and a Lagun table mount allow 5 people to dine, relax, or play games inside.
Climate Control: Equipped with 2 MaxxAir Maxxfan Deluxe Fans and an Espar Diesel Heater with a high-altitude sensor, perfect for any climate.
Fully Equipped Kitchen: Large Isotherm refrigerator, sink with water tanks, and plenty of overhead and kitchen storage.
20-gallon over-wheel water tank
4-gallon hot water heater
5-gallon under-sink water tank
5-gallon gray water tank
Under-sink splitter for outdoor drainage
Toilet: Laveo Dry Flush toilet for convenience.
Off-Grid Power: Goal Zero Yeti 6000x power bank and 320 watts of solar panels to keep you powered wherever you go.
Advanced Suspension: VAN COMPASS Stage 4.3 suspension package with Falcon 3.3 adjustable shocks for superior handling and comfort.
Exterior Enhancements:
Terra Wagens Aero Hood Spoiler and CA Tuned Hammerhead Front Bumper
Warn Winch for rugged terrains
Baja Designs LP4 LED Lights for nighttime visibility
Owl Vans Ladder + Tire Carrier and Sherpa Cargo Carrier for extra storage
Rotopax Diesel fuel container for added range
Wheels & Tires: 5 Black Rhino Stadium Wheels with BF Goodrich KO2 tires for off-road performance.
Awning: Domestic 12-foot awning for shaded outdoor space.
Bike Storage: 2 1Up bike trays for secure transportation of your bikes.
Window covers: Adventure Wagon magnetic window covers for every window.
This van is off-grid ready, loaded with high-quality upgrades, and designed for any adventure. Whether you're a weekend warrior or a full-time traveler, you will look long and hard to find a van that has anything close to his one if you need the ultimate in luxurious comfort and freedom on the road.
Price: $65,500
Exterior Color: , Interior Color:
- Previously owned by Paul Tracy, renowned race car driver for CART, Champ Car World Series and Indy Car and color-commentator for NBC's Indy Car coverage
- Old School style paint job using base/clear coat with custom flames and hand-pinstriping
- GM fuel-injected 400 HP LS1 V-8 engine
- 700R4 automatic transmission
- Updated rear differential assembly
- Custom flamed engine cover
- Stainless firewall and apron panels
- Tuned headers and glass pack dual exhaust
- Factory front suspension and custom rear trailing arms
- Accu-Air air ride with control module, dual air bag compressors
- Front and rear air bags and gas shocks
- Power steering
- Power front disc brakes
- Removable Black Carson-style top
- Shaved trim, door handles and side windows
- 1956 Dodge Coronet split grille and A-cup Dagmars
- New Black upholstery
- Painted dash with flames and hand-painted spider web on glovebox door
- Serpentine Belt Drive
- Dual Electric Cooling Fans
- Electric Fuel Pump
- Tr-Bar Headlamps
- Dual rear-view mirrors
- Chrome front & rear bumpers
- Chrome dual exhaust tips
- Bucket seats & center console
- Split rear seat with fold-down armrest
- Tilt steering column
- So Cal instrumentation
- Bullet control knobs
- Pioneer AM/FM/CD audio system
- 1957 Cadillac wheel covers with center bullet caps in front & Chrome steelie wheels in rear
- Coker wide Whitewall radial tires
- Cut-down Mercury steering wheel with Dagmar center cap and pinup girl knob
Price: $82,500
Exterior Color: Beige/Tan, Interior Color: Red
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely beautiful example of this all American classic 1948 Mercury Eight Woody Station Wagon, a truly exceptional surviving example with the highly desirable 255 CID V8 Mercury engine as opposed to the Ford 239 CID V8 in 'Taffy Brown' with its very rare all original Red leather interior and original hand selected Bird's Eye Maple Wood and with this example having been previously part of the legendary 'Nick Alexander Woody Collection' in California. Acquired by Nick Alexander in 1996 and both mechanically and cosmetically refurbished by his curators as required with the rare original 'Birdseye Maple Wood' being beautifully restored . The wagon will be sold with a magazine featuring it, manuafacturer's literature and a Rogue award.
255 CI Flathead V-8 engine
Columbia two speed rear end differential
Oil-bath air cleaner and oil filter
Column shifted 3-speed manual transmission
'Taffy Brown' exterior with Maple Woodgrain panels
Red leather 3-row interior
Fold down 2nd row seat and removable 3rd row
Wood trimmed door cards
Henry Ford famously instructed his workers at the Iron Mountain plant to set aside the prized pieces of Birdseye and Tiger Striped lumber to be used only on Special Jobs, usually friends or important business associates. This particular example boasts its original Birdseye wood. The Red leather seats are also all original and whilst obviously showing some minor signs of wear, which is very minimal, the patina must be considered quite beautiful and highly sought after and which should prove most desirable and an extraordinarily rare accompaniment for the most discerning of collectors!
The engine, transmission, and Columbia 2 speed rear end were rebuilt and the brakes and suspension were serviced as required. The V8 was upgraded with a new radiator, electric fuel pump, and Fenton headers with dual exhaust.
The wagon drives as good as it looks with the 2 speed Columbia rear differential making highway speeds attainable. Documented with receipts, a magazine feature, and notes during ownership. 70,000 miles believed to be original.
Power comes from a 255ci flathead V8 paired with a two-speed automatic transmission, and additional equipment includes a wooden split tailgate, sliding rear side windows, as well as a push-button AM radio and a Merco-Therm ventilation and heating system. 15steel wheels with chrome hubcaps and trim rings are mounted with 225/75 Coker Classic wide-whitewall tires. A covered spare is mounted to the split tailgate, and braking is provided by four-wheel drums.
The cabin features a split front bench and two rear benches upholstered in the same all original 'Red' leather upholstery. Matching materials line the ceiling, and the doors, tailgate, and side panels are trimmed with refinished wood. Equipment includes an AM radio along with a Merco-Therm ventilation and heating system. The two-spoke steering wheel features a chrome horn ring and frames a 110-mph speedometer, auxiliary gauges, and an analog clock. The 255ci flathead V8 features a single downdraft carburetor with an offset oil-bath air cleaner. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a Merc-o-Matic two-speed automatic transmission.
The first woodies were manufactured in the early 1900s by local coach makers. As was customary for all coach builders they bought chassis without bodies and then constructed and crafted the bodies out of wood themselves. The coach makers would then sell these bespoke creations to local business owners who would use them to transport guests to and from the train stations and local resorts and attractions and later airports. These wagons were multi-seat transporters, with room for up to 8 passengers plus luggage and this early usage led to the vehicles being known first as depot hacks, referring to the depots and the old horse-drawn carriage nickname of "hack".
The woody continued to grow in popularity, until finally in 1929, Ford released its own version of it. Ford marketed the cars as all-purpose utilitarian vehicles with a low initial cost, as wood-bodied cars were at that time less expensive to build than steel-bodied cars. Through 1939, Fords station wagon bodies were assembled by Murray Corporation of America, from wood grown in Henry Fords very own northern Michigan forests. That year, however, relations between Ford Motor Company and Murray soured. This led Ford to consider in-house production of the station wagons. Discussions with the management of the Iron Mountain operation, then providing the wood parts to Murray for assembly, resulted in a proposal for all body assembly to be done in the northern Michigan locale and the bodies would then be sent to assembly plants fully finished and trimmed. The change took place at the beginning of the 1940 model year.
The bodies then took on a much different appearance. The roofline was subtly altered, becoming more rounded at the windshield header. Panel spacing was changed, such that the lower panel became narrower, and the rear quarter panels were consolidated into one piece. The rear doors, formerly hinged at the back, suicide style, now swung toward the front. The spare tire, housed inside in 1938 and 39, on the back of the drivers seat, was returned to the tailgate, where it had been located from 1935 to 1937. Deluxe wagons were given the option of maple or birch framing, while Standards came in maple only. Darker-colored gumwood began to be used for panels, in addition to birch, in both series. The choice of material was random. Bodies were given three coats of varnish, hand-sanded between each application. Three engines were available: the popular 221 cubic inch 85 hp V-8, the small 136 cubic inch 60 hp V-8 (installed in just two Standard wagons), and the larger 239 cubic inch 95 hp V-8 from the new Mercury, which was fitted to 354 Deluxe station wagons.
By the late 1940s, it became apparent to auto manufacturers that the woodies were becoming too increasingly expensive to produce and although still very popular in appearance, they were no longer a viable option for most buyers combined with the inconvenience and high cost of cleaning and maintaining the wood, so the manufacturers started making wood-paneling instead as an option for their higher-end models.
The first all new post war Mercury's, from 1949-51 were known as the 'bath tub' generation and popularized in legend by James Dean in 'Rebel Without A Cause' and beloved today as then as a cult all American 1950's classic! Four body styles, with Mercury's structural wood wagon shifting from four to two doors in this generation whilst sharing its bodyshell with Ford's wagon. The familiar flathead V8 was enlarged from the 1946-48 models and offered with a self shifting Merc-O-Matic transmission in 1951. Horsepower was also raised and these Woody Wagons were the rarest of all these models and the most prized today amongst collectors.
This particular 1948 Mercury V8 Woody Wagon is a very well know example and superb in every respect and so rare in its originality that it is surely one of a kind and the one to won for the most descerning of collectors. The wagon is so original as to still hold true to its roots and which obviously sounds and drives absolutely magnificently - see the video on our You Tube Page on our website for visuals. The floors are original and rock-solid, with no signs of any repairs ever performed. All of the sheet metal is original, rust-free and very straight.
In summary this must be one of the finest examples anywhere from the most prominent of collections of a fully operational and turn-key ready 1948 Mercury 255 CID V8 Woody Wagon n the most striking of color combinations; a wonderful and very collectible example of an all American Mercury Woody Wagon!
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Exterior Color: Red-Metallic, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present a 1969 MGB Mark II 1800cc Convertible restored in a very striking 'Red Metallic' color paint with a 'Black' seats and black carpets interior, a fairly new black soft top, 4 speed manual transmission and chrome wire wheels!
This is obviously one very rare and highly desirable example of this classic British sports car - a very nice example of the legendary chrome bumper Mark II MGB roadster! The trunk, floor boards, rocker panels and all the typically rust prone areas are solid and the chrome is all excellent, the bright stainless trim along the flanks doesn't allow for any sloppy panel alignment and the body is impressively straight all around.
The 'Red Metallic' color paint is in very good condition with only minor imperfections noticeable upon very close inspection. The interior is also very good and mostly original and still quite lovely 'Smiths' gauges to enhance its old world flavor. The soft top is also very good with a crystal clear rear window. The chrome wire wheels are also fairly new as are the chrome bumpers and grille. The car will also be sold with its original spare wheel and mallet, a handbook and and shop manuals.
The engine purrs quietly under the hood and the 4 speed manual transmission shifts smoothly through the gears. The temperature always remains cool and there are no noticeable oil leaks. The car has been upgraded with a carburetor Weber conversion kit, electronic ignition, and power assisted brakes. The car's recent service history includes having a new clutch master and slave cylinder and new brake master cylinder installed along with all new fabricated lines for the brake booster/servo, all new spark plugs, rebuilt carburetor, new fuel pump, electronic ignition installed, replaced head gasket, replaced 2 freeze plugs, and new coil. Records available.
The simple uncluttered lines of the early MGB's were never improved by later revisions (the MGB line survived until 1980) and it is still these early chrome bumper models, which were a sturdy, straight forward sports car with features that will fascinate enthusiasts for decades to come, that are most sought after by MG enthusiasts and collectors. There was no denying the appeal of the MGB which in almost all respects; performance, comfort, space and convenience was a distinct improvement on its predecessor, the MGA and despite of little or no profits being returned to British Leyland, the model enjoyed record sales for the company.
Price: $39,500
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West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional show quality and rare mostly all original example of this 1948 MG TC Roadster with its original matching #'s engine and a truly superb example of the diminutive, classically styled two-seat Roadster that is credited with sparking America's love affair with imported sports cars after World War II.
From Renown Collection:
AACA National First Prize Award Winner
Factory correct restoration, meticulously performed
Charming & very striking 'Sequoia Cream' over 'Shires Green'; livery leather
Chassis no. TC/4881
Engine no. XPAG/5545
1,250cc OHV Inline 4-Cylinder Engine
Two SU Semi-Downdraft Carburetors
54.4bhp at 5,200rpm
4-Speed Manual Transmission
4-Wheel Semi-Elliptic Leaf Springs with Front and Rear Live Axles
4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes
* Iconic Post-war Sports car from the UK
* Recent detailing and attention
* A perfect summer tour car
An absolutely beautifully restored and maintained example with striking livery and very desirable and rare period accessories and presented with factory tools, jack, and other rare accessories, an ideal example for entry into classic shows and touring events. Beneath the hood, its original chassis plate confirms its identity and that the engine is that with which it was originally supplied. With an odometer reading of a mere 40 miles, it seems very likely that this is post restoration road use only and the car's presentation attests to that.
This 1948 MG TC, chassis TC4881, benefits handsomely from a well-maintained, nut-and-bolt restoration. Featuring glossy 'Sequoia Cream' paint over supple 'Shires Green' upholstery, it retains its original XPAG 1,250 cc engine and correct mechanicals, plus excellent ash wooden body framing and a clean undercarriage. Period-correct accessories include proper Lucas lamps, signals and hardware, a matching canvas full cab and side curtains. In addition to an instruction manual, this high-quality TC is accompanied by correct tools including a restored jack plus an auxiliary starting crank and Thor wheel hammer.
Riding on correct painted wire wheels with period style 4.50-19 Blockley tires, this 1948 MG TC is a wonderful example of one of the worlds all-time most important sports cars and an archetypal prewar British sports car design that carried over into the postwar period. The TC was built between 1945-49 and was the primary influence in turning Americans onto European sports cars. It has since achieved rare 'Milestone' status and with its classic lines, freestanding headlamps, upright radiator shell, sweeping front fenders, rakish cutaway doors, fold down windshield, abbreviated tail which houses the fuel tank and spare tire, and 19" diameter wire wheels with knock off hubs.
The offered TC looks every bit the British sports car that it should and has clearly had the benefit of a considerable no expense spared refurbishment both prior to and within the previous ownership. The extraordinarily striking and lesser seen hue of 'Sequoia Cream', which is both handsome and very appealing. Providing aesthetic contrast is a 'Shires Green' leather interior which has evidently been renewed to an equally high standard, and the large wire wheels are finished in silver and shod with period style Blockley tires and the interior is completed with the plethora of chrome trim, from radiator to windshield and lamps, and dashboard instrumentation.
The right-hand drive TC Midget appeared in 1946 and was almost identical in appearance to the pre-war Types TA and TB. The sporting little MG was brought to the US in considerable numbers by GIs returning from England and soon gained a strong following, especially in California and on the east coast. These MGs had many endearing features, including a slab fuel tank, 19-inch diameter wire wheels, folding windshields and octagonal dashboard instruments. Sales got a great lift when a Life Magazine photographer shot one being driven underneath a big lumber carrier on a Los Angeles street. Many soon found their way into amateur racing, and almost every one of the legendary American sports car champions of the post-war era began their careers in a TC, including Phil Hill & Carrol Shelby.
The simple 1250cc cast iron four cylinder engine was a revelation and the cars agility made a strong impact on American car racers, including famously Carrol Shelby whose first race car was a TC and which sold at Barrett Jackson in 2015 for over $500K. No left hand drive models were ever built and now any good example is a cult favorite and sure fire collectible British Sports car and rare matching #'s well sorted examples like this one will always attract the most discerning of collectors.
This extraordinarily charming and obviously exceptionally well preserved and stock TC presents absolutely beautifully inside and out. It is apparent that some extremely high-quality and factory correct restoration work was performed in the past, with many original factory finishes remaining intact, including much of the chrome and brightwork. The car also drives as it must have when new, mechanically it has absolutely no known issues, drives as one would expect of one of the obviously most well maintained and sorted examples anywhere. Turn key ready. Very rare to find original matching numbers engine with ID plates and factory stampings are in place with classic silver painted wire wheels fitted, with a 5th spare strapped to the back, and an original tool kit accompanies the car.
In summary this example would not be out of place in the most discerning of collections, it would be hard to find a finer matching #'s example available anywhere else.
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Exterior Color: Green, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional and very rare example of this 1949 MG TC Roadster with its original matching #'s engine and a truly superb example of the diminutive, classically styled two-seat Roadster that is credited with sparking America's love affair with imported sports cars after World War II.
Chassis no. TC/8568
Engine no. XPAG/8665
Matching #'s 1,250cc OHV Inline 4-Cylinder Engine
Twin SU H2 Carburetors
70bhp at 5,500rpm
4-Speed Manual Transmission
4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes
Front Beam Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
Rear Live Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
Well-preserved & restored example with many factory finishes intact
An absolutely beautifully restored and maintained example with striking livery and very desirable and rare period accessories and an ideal example for entry into classic shows and touring events
This 1948 MG TC, chassis TC8568, recently acquired from a renown collection and benefiting handsomely from a no expense spared restoration in very striking classic colors. Featuring glossy 'British Racing Green' paint over supple 'Tan' leather upholstery, and a striking matching Gold grille! It retains its original XPAG 1,250 cc engine and correct mechanicals, plus excellent ash wooden body framing and a clean undercarriage.
This Elegance Classic English MG is one of the MG TC models built between 1945 and 1949. It has the original matching engine, XPAG 8665, with four cylinders and 1250 cc displacement yielding 54 horsepower. Its top speed was factory rated at 75 miles per hour with acceleration from 0 to 50 mph at 14.7 seconds.
Riding on correct painted 19" knock off wire wheels with period style 'BG Goodrich Silvertown' Bias-Ply tires, this 1949 MG TC is a wonderful example of one of the worlds all-time most important sports cars and an archetypal prewar British sports car design that carried over into the postwar period.
The TC was built between 1945-49 and was the primary influence in turning Americans onto European sports cars. It has since achieved rare 'Milestone' status and with its classic lines, freestanding headlamps, upright radiator shell, sweeping front fenders, rakish cutaway doors, fold down windshield, abbreviated tail which houses the fuel tank and spare tire, and 19" diameter wire wheels with knock off hubs.
The simple 1250cc cast iron four cylinder engine was a revelation and the cars agility made a strong impact on American car racers, including famously Carrol Shelby whose first race car was a TC and which sold at Barrett Jackson in 2015 for over $500K. No left hand drive models were ever built and now any good example is a cult favorite and sure fire collectible British Sports car and rare matching #'s well sorted examples like this one will always attract the most discerning of collectors.
This extraordinarily charming and obviously exceptionally well preserved and restored stock TC presents absolutely beautifully inside and out. It is apparent that some extremely high-quality and factory correct restoration work was performed in the past, with many original factory finishes remaining intact, including much of the chrome and brightwork. The car also drives as well as it must have when new, mechanically it has absolutely no known issues, turn key ready. Very rare to find original matching numbers engine with ID plates and factory stampings are in place with classic silver painted wire wheels fitted, with a 5th spare strapped to the back.
In summary it would be hard to find a finer matching #'s example available anywhere else.]]>
Price: $49,500
Exterior Color: Red, Interior Color: Red
West Coast Classics are proud to present an excellent example of this very desirable 1950 Oldsmobile 98 Deluxe 303.7 CID Rocket V8 2 Door 6 passenger Convertible with factory options including:
303.7 cid Rocket 2 BBL V8 Engine,
Heater/Defroster $45
Hydra-Matic automatic transmission $158
Deluxe Steering Wheel
Power top
Power windows & front seat adjustment
Electric clock $15
Original AM radio $110
Turn signals
Rear fender skirts
Chrome wheel trim rings
Deluxe wheel covers
Whitewall tires
The Oldsmobile 88 (a.k.a. the Eighty-Eight) was a full size car sold by the Oldsmobile division of GM and produced from 1949 until 1999. From 1950 to 1974 the 88 was the division's top-selling line, particularly the entry-level models such as the 88 and Dynamic 88. The 88 series was also an image leader for Oldsmobile, particularly in the early years (1949-51) when it was one of the best performing automobiles thanks to its relatively small size, light weight and advanced overhead-valve high-compression V8 engine. With the large, high performance V8, the Oldsmobile 88 is considered the predecessor to the muscle cars of the 1960s.
The all new top-of-the-line and flagship 98 styling series was introduced in 1950 and was a more modern slab side design with the rear quarters blended in and with a 3" shorter wheelbase and 4" shorter overall length. Short tail-fins with round tail lights mounted on top, and interior upgrades included in the deluxe models of more chrome and the use of two-tone combinations with the instrument panels featuring a horizontal theme with all the gauges and controls placed squarely in reach and sight of the driver. The flagship model, the Deluxe 98, equipment included rear seat armrest, Deluxe Electric clock, Deluxe steering wheel and horn button, special door trim and stainless steel wheel trim rings.
This particular example is a beautiful older restored example finished in Red color paint with a matching Red interior and with a Black soft top. The car looks extremely impressive throughout. All the chrome work is excellent and the original spare wheel and jack is in the trunk and the car has no signs of ever having any rust or accidents.
This particular car also drives very well, straight as an arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles. The transmission shifts smoothly through all the gears and the temperature always remains cool!
This is a rare opportunity to own a vert rare and desirable 1950 Oldsmobile 98 Deluxe 2 Door Convertible - one very desirable, collectible and unabused example of one of the outstanding early 1950's all American cars and a truly beautiful GM classic car design.
Price: $79,500
Exterior Color: Green, Interior Color: Green
West Coast Classics are proud to present a fully operational 1932 Packard Light Eight Model 553 5 Passenger Sedan and one of 6,750 produced and now reportedly one of approximately 17 Light Eight sedans left in the world.
Beautifully refurbished lush interior, runs well with a Chevrolet 360 crate engine. The car was reportedly first purchased in March of 1932 in Arizona before coming to California in June of 1953 where it was located in Death Valley until 1978. Purchased by most recent owner in 1978 and by 2006 it was completely restored to the beauty it remains today.
Always built to the highest standards, the Packard was unquestionably one of the finest American cars of the pre-war era. Packard introduced its first 'Eight' in 1924 and by the decade's end was building eight-cylinder cars only. The Depression years that followed the Wall Street Crash of October 1929 hit the USA and particularly the American automobile industry hard.
Introduced in January 1932, together with the new V12 (aka the Twin Six? in its first year to honor the pioneer Packard model built from 1915 to 1923). Standard Eights and Super Eights were to be introduced to the line up in June 1932.
Powered by Packard's 5.2-litre engine, the Light Eight was of a very advanced design for its day and was very well received. The work of Packard's chief designer Werner Gubitz, the Light Eight's handsome coachwork boasted sweeping modern lines flowing back from a distinctive 'shovel nose' radiator. The motor incorporated a built-in thermostat, thus dispensing with the need for radiator shutters, while other noteworthy featured chassis ride control, an automatic clutch and vacuum-powered brakes.
One of 6,750 Light Eights made between January and December 1932, this sedan is a very well maintained older restoration, the car features twin side-mount spares, a rear-mounted luggage rack, and trim rings on the wheels.
Options for the Light Eight included Dual sided or rear-mounted spare wheels, sidemount cover(s), cigar lighter, a right-hand tail-light, luggage rack, full rear bumper, and fender park lights, the latter was priced at $65.00. Construction of the Light Eight followed the Packard tradition. It had a heavy duty frame with X-bracing, 8-inch deep side members and the usual rear-wheel drive. Wheelbase was 127.75 inches. Power came from a 319.2 cu in (5.2 L) flat head straight eight engine with a compression ratio of 6:0, delivering 110 hp. This particular example has a crate 360 c.i Chevy engine It had a vacuum-plate clutch and an angle set hypoid differential. Battery and toolboxes were mounted on the fenders. Full instrumentation was used.
The car was distinguished by a grille that had the traditional ox-yoke shape, but also with a then fashionable "shovel" nose. Closed Light Eights had a quarter window layout that was not shared by other Packards.
Amidst the Great Depression, many potential buyers for a Standard Eight ended buying a Light Eight. Although it offered not quite as much luxury, it had many features found in Packard's bigger model. It was powered by the same 110 hp engine as the Standard Eight and had a shorter wheelbase that was only 1.75-inch shorter but its significantly lower weight with the same engine brought much better performance. The Light Eight therefore included the Packard prestige and whilst priced at the upper end of the medium bracket and costing almost as much to build as the other models it was a bargain for a Packard at this lower price.
Packard learned its lesson quickly, the factory hardly broke even and so the Light Eight was dropped after but one year, making this one very rare model today! There was no Light Eight for its 10th series line in 1933, instead Packard renamed the Standard Eight as simply the Eight and integrated a four-model sub-series that was patterned after the Light Eight. Although the shovel nose was gone, the quarter window treatment remained.
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West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional a beautifully restored 1955 Plymouth Belvedere 2 Door Sport Sedan with the factory optional larger 260 V8 engine with the desirable factory optional column mounted automatic 'Powerflite' transmission and a car which was recently acquired from the grandson of the original southern California owner and with recent mechanical work including:
New front suspension,
New front & rear shocks
New gauges
New Retro Sound System with speakers
Rebuilt carburetor,
New fuel pump,
New master cylinder,
New battery
and complete new exhaust system.
(Cost over $7,400.)
This is a great daily driving and completely rust free example of this mostly all original 1955 Plymouth Belvedere 2 Door Sports Sedan Coupe with beautiful two tone 'Red over White' color paint and with a gorgeous condition and very striking 'Red & Black' cloth & vinyl interior and white sidewall tires and a 260 V8 engine!
This is a truly superb example of a 1955 Plymouth Belvedere with an older but no expense spared restoration and many new components as documented earlier. There are no signs of the car having ever been involved in any accidents and it has no rust.
After years of staid boxy and square cars, Plymouth reinvented itself in 1955 with a startling new line of sleek and smoothly styled cars, part of Chrysler's turnaround that year. Styling by Virgil Exner's lietenant Murray Baldwin was clean and pleasing and modern for its day. Peaked front fenders, wrapped windshield and shapely rear fenders manifested themselves with the top-of-the-line Belvedere with some models such as this one featuring the optional bodyside contrasting color sweep with a nicely outfitted interior. Like the Chevrolet, Plymouth also got it's first V8's in 1955 with the 241 cid and optional 260 cid V8 engines.
These optional bodyside 'Sportone' two-tone Belvedere's were sharp and handsome cars and with forward lunging front fenders and reverse angle tailights they created a totally new image for American cars of the era. Plymouth also stressed the fact that its standard 241 V8 engine had more power than any of its rivals and even boasted the even higher performance optional 260 V8 with a startling 177HP! The car also introduced the optional column mounted gearshift named the 'Flite Control Selector' for the 'Powerflite' transmission which drew plenty of attention.
This particular example has obviously always been garaged and well maintained since being restored. The floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas are completely solid and rust-free and the car has no signs of any accidents anywhere - obviously an always cherished southern California 'Garage Queen' since the restoration! The car has beautiful two-tone color paint with a beautiful interior and which is in exceptional condition throughout. All the chrome is also still in as new condition.
The 260 V8 engine is extremely strong and powerful and this particular car drives absolutely magnificently - must be driven to be appreciated - does not miss a beat and purrs like a kitten - a truly remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day car a run for it's money! The transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the car has four good white sidewall tires and its original factory hubcaps!
This is a rare opportunity to own a very nice example of a 1955 Plymouth Belvedere with few more correct or finer looking examples available anywhere else!]]>
Price: $129,500
Exterior Color: Red, Interior Color:
West Coast Classics are proud to present a rare and no expense spared fully restored example of this 1969 Plymouth Roadrunner with a date correct 426/425HP 2x4BBL V8 Hemi engine (with casting # 2468330) matched to its date correct 1969 (C99129) A833 Hemi 4 speed manual transmission with bucket seats and a Dana 60 rear end. This Roadrunner was restored by Julius Restorations in Chatsworth, CA, who recently relocated their business to Texas, as is not uncommon now in California! Reportedly this Roadrunner was an original California Car with zero rust.
The car was completely taken apart and a date correct replacement Hemi engine block with casting # 2468330 was installed with all other parts believed to be true to the car. The original block is not longer available. The car was stripped down to bare metal, removing all windows etc. The original fender tag was removed and replaced with a reproduction tag but the original is still available and will be sold with the car. The car was repainted in correct 'Scorch Red' as per the VIN fender tag with a 'Pewter' interior also reinstalled as per VIN. The restoration took approximately two years to finish in 2004, at which time the previous owner had purchased the Roadrunner.
Original Fender Tag decodes as follows:
08132 - Gate 8, 32nd car to enter that gate
175988 - Body in White number (BIW), 75,988 car to enter the BIW area
9A159081 - 1969, Lynch road plant, 59,081 VIN assigned.
921 - 9/21/1968
644 - Dana 60 Super Track Pak 4.10 gears ratio with front wheel disc brakes, using 10" drum brakes in rear.
605 - Correct code for A833 4spd trans for 440/425 engines
26 - 26" radiator
1X - Black Vinyl Top
7X - Black painted Accent Stripe
N96 - 'Air Grabber' Fresh Air Hood (1969-71)
C16 - Console with woodgrain panel
R6 - 'Scorch Red'
R6 - 'Scorch Red'
M6S - 'Pewter/Black'
A4 - Basic radio (1969-71)
V21 - Performance Hood Treatment (1969-71)
RM23 - Roadrunner 2 Door Hardtop
E74 - 426 Hemi 2x4BBL 425HP V8 engine (1969-71)
D21 - 4 speed manual trans (1969-71)
A30 -
This particular car decodes from its original fender tag and VIN as being an original 'J' code 426/425HP 4 speed Hemi car but please note does now have a date correct, but not its original matching #'s, 426/465HP Hemi V8 engine.
The 426 RB block was introduced to power the big and heavy Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth intermediates and full size cars in 1964. This street Hemi engine was the ultimate big block after the 375HP 440 cid V8. Chrysler was heavily involved with racing at the time and the Max Wedge engines were doing well on the drag strip but they were not as competitive on the NASCAR circuits. The Wedge just could not breathe as well as their competitors and Chrysler knew that the reintroduced hemispherical combustion chamber cylinder heads for use on the 426 cid RB blocks was the best design for producing the most power. Rather than build a completely new engine from the ground up Chrysler chose to fabricate Hemi cylinder heads and use them on their existing RB engine block. The result was the 426 Hemi from which Chrysler built a great variety of Hemi-head engines starting in 1964-65.
The drag race Hemi engines were different from the circle track engines with each using different intake setups, internal components and with different displacements. The drag engines were offered in 415 & 426 HP versions whilst the circle track engine was rated at 400 HP with a single 4BBL carburetor. Chrysler first used the engine in the most prestigious NASCAR race of all - the Daytona 500. Hemi powered Plymouths took the first 3 positions in the 1964 race and although Ford won 30 races that year compared to Chrysler's 26, it was obvious that Ford's 427 Wedge days were numbered which resulted in Ford building its own Hemi engine, the 427 SOHC.
It should be pointed out that the 426 Hemi and other engines used in sanctioned racing were special, low production engines that were never really intended for use on any street vehicle. Indeed the engines were only produced for street cars after NASCAR ruled that if either Chrysler or Ford wanted to race their complex and expensive Hemi-head engines then they would have to build a certain amount of street cars with these motors and sell them first to the public. Ford famously declined but Chrysler went ahead and so the legendary 426 street Hemi was born in 1966. Ford eventually did build its own street hemi, the Boss 429, but not until 1969.
This particular car is the recipient of a full restoration with no expense spared and still boasts a date correct 426/425HP V8 Hemi engine with Hemi cast iron manifolds matched to a 4 speed manual transmission and Dana 60 rear end. The car looks very impressive in it's original 'Scorch Red' color and 'Pewter' interior.
The 426 Hemi V8 engine is extremely strong and powerful with only very few test miles since the build and this particular car drives like a dream, the 4 speed manual transmission shifts smooth and the engine temperature always runs cool. This is one very rare and highly desirable and collectible example of one of the outstanding muscle cars of the late sixties, which has high repute amongst collectors for both it's beautiful lines and simplicity and high performance.
For 1968, the Plymouth lineup offered the high performance Roadrunner packed with a standard 383/335 HP engine with an optional 4 speed transmission, heavy duty suspension, GTX like hood bulges, a 'taxicab' basic interior, little cartoon bird decals on the doors and the unique 'Beep-Beep' Roadrunner horn!
Combined with low weight, the 6-passenger Road Runner could run the 1/4 mile in 13.5 seconds at 105 mph (169 km/h). It would prove to be one of the best engines of the muscle car era, and the Road Runner one of the best platforms to utilize it. The Roadrunner was not fragile. Unlike some sports cars (such as the Corvette), it was built for serious street work, the Roadrunner was reportedly a favorite of moonshiners, faster than almost any police car and tough enough to take practically any bump, with good ground clearance to boot. Everything essential to performance and handling was beefed-up and improved; everything nonessential was left out. The interior was spartan, lacking even carpets in early models, and few options were available. A floor-mounted shifter featured only a rubber boot and no console so that a bench seat could also be used.
An "Air Grabber" option consisted of an air duct assembly bolted to the underside of the hood that connected to twin rectangular upward-facing scoops in the hood. When the hood was closed, a rubber seal fitted over a large oval unsilenced air cleaner assembly that ducted air directly into the engine. The scoops in the hood could be opened and closed via a lever under the dashboard. Continued only until 1970 and a 'Milestone classic car status' vehicle today!
With the four speed shifter, the acceleration is unreal! Because it was a bare-bones muscle car it's weight was kept as low as possible for an even better power to weight ratio than any of it's competitors. Plymouth needed a muscle car to really stand out from it's competition and with 335HP this car really lived up to it's name and could beat almost any other muscle car on the street, with the 440 6 Pack it was unbelievable, and with the Hemi it was both unbelievable and simply unbeatable!
Dodge missed out on these low priced muscle cars at the beginning of the 1968 season but soon added the Super bee to counterpart the Roadrunner. The Roadrunner and Super Bee's performance quickly silenced any laughter coming from those who drove an SS, GTO or GTA, names that began to sound dated. Lean and mean, meant for boulevard cruising or an occasional street race, these vehicles offered the Mopar buyer the ultimate bang for the buck and the proof was that the Roadrunner was Motor Trend's Car of the year in 1969! One of the standout muscle cars of the sixties, rare today, a neat original Roadrunner is highly prized by collectors and Mopar enthusiasts, yet alone one with the coveted Hermi 426!
In summary, this strikingly restored 1969 Plymouth Roadrunner with a 426 Hemi V8 engine matched most desirably to a 4 speed manual transmission and with bucket seats is one rare example of sixties muscle car excess, ready to drive and enjoy today and a sure-fire investment that's sure to appreciate over the years for any classic American sixties muscle car enthusiast or Mopar enthusiast!
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Price: $27,500
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West Coast Classics are proud to present a rare custom 1951 Pontiac 2 Door Streamliner Sedan Delivery Wagon with a 6 cylinder engine and automatic transmission!
This is what is called a Sedan Delivery. These were not sold as station wagons, but rather as light-duty delivery wagons. They are not custom cars, but were made this way. This one is very nice. Pontiac Sedan deliveries are very rare, as are Oldsmobiles from this era, as most people who wanted this type of vehicle bought Fords, Chevys, and Plymouths, not the much more expensive Pontiac and Olds versions.
This is what is called a Sedan Delivery. These were not sold as station wagons, but rather as light-duty delivery wagons. They are not custom cars, but were made this way. This one is very nice. Pontiac Sedan deliveries are very rare, as are Oldsmobiles from this era, as most people who wanted this type of vehicle bought Fords, Chevys, and Plymouths, not the much more expensive Pontiac and Olds versions.
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Exterior Color: Black, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely stunning and exceptional example of this original southern California owner's increasingly collectible third generation (1982-92) 1982 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2 Door Hatchback Coupe with a very low original 32K miles!
Always garaged and with no accident history whatsoever! Owned and driven by only one very careful and mature non-smoking owner/driver since new - never abused - babied all the way!
Purchased by its original and only owner on 6/13/1982 at 'Majestic Pontiac' of Los Angeles, CA with all original owners manuals, window sticker and purchase agreements to be included in the sale. Fully loaded Trans Am model with removable Hatch roof, luxury trim package, special performance package, power windows, power seats, power locks, remote deck lid release, air conditioning, cruise control, tilt steering wheel, Deco stere system, lamp group, defogger, rear window wiper, additional acoustic insulation etc etc. This is one very unique and ridiculously attractive car and this must surely be one of the finest and lowest mileage example's of this rare first year of the third generation 1982 Pontiac Trans Am models available anywhere!
Always garaged and with no accident history whatsoever! Owned and driven by only one very careful and mature non-smoking owner/driver since new - never abused - babied all the way!
Purchased by its original and only owner on 6/13/1982 at 'Majestic Pontiac' of Los Angeles, CA with all original owners manuals, window sticker and purchase agreements to be included in the sale. Fully loaded Trans Am model with removable Hatch roof, luxury trim package, special performance package, power windows, power seats, power locks, remote deck lid release, air conditioning, cruise control, tilt steering wheel, Deco stere system, lamp group, defogger, rear window wiper, additional acoustic insulation etc etc.
The original factory paint is in immaculate condition as is the leather interior which is also in immaculate condition throughout with virtually no signs of wear and every option is working as it should including the ice-cold A/C.
This particular Firebird Trans Am model must be seen to be believed and driven to be fully appreciated - the car drives as good as it looks with no shakes or rattles and the considerable power of it's 305 5.0 litre 4BBL V8 engine with only 32K original miles! There are no oil leaks, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the temperature always remains cool. Drives virtually like a new car - you could hardly tell the difference!
The third generation Pontiac Firebird arrived on the scene in 1981, after some 15 years of production following on with the second-cultural relevance and generation styling with appearances in such massively popular movies like "Smokey and the Bandit.
The third generation of the Pontiac Firebird finally went on sale in 1982 and was lightly sculpted and designed more for agility rather than straight-line speed. Along with some more pop culture fame this was to also become an '80s poster car.
Weight and aerodynamic efficiency were the latest advantages of the 1982 Firebird, losing around 500 pounds on average from the year before. It was also the first Firebird to be designed with the help of a wind tunnel, ensuring that it cut through the air instead of fighting it like earlier models with a new sloped roof and pop-up headlights which were both functional additions and key styling features.
The value of 1982 Pontiac Firebirds in the modern age is obviously completely contingent on the model being sold. In 1982, the Firebird was offered in a number of different trim levels including the base model, SE, and the ultimate Trans Am model as per this patricular example.
A 1982 Trans Am was to also become the talking car Kitt in the seminal 1980s TV series "Knight Rider," which elevated the third-generation Firebird to legendary status.
This particular Firebird Trans Am model must be seen to be believed and driven to be fully appreciated - the car drives as good as it looks with no shakes or rattles and the considerable power of it's 305 5.0 litre 4BBL V8 engine with only 32K original miles! There are no oil leaks, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the temperature always remains cool. Drives virtually like a new car - you could hardly tell the difference!
Price: $32,500
Exterior Color: Gold, Interior Color: Gold
PLEASE NOTE: TO BE SOLD TO OUT OF STATE BUYERS OR DEALERS ONLY DUE TO CALIFORNIA EMISSION STANDARDS
West Coast Classics are proud to present a very collectible example of this 1978 2nd generation Pontiac Firebird Trans Am with the desirable 6.6L 400 c.i. W72 V8 engine and fully loaded with added factory options including;
Trans Am Package
W72 6.6L T/A 400 4 BBL V8 Engine $75
62B Camel Vinyl Trim
50U Solar Gold Paint
Air Conditioning $508
Battery Heavy Duty $20
Soft Ray Glass $56
Safety Belts $21
Door Edge Guards $11
Additional Acoustical Insulation $29
Lamp Group $18
Front & Rear Mats $21
Roof Drip Moldings $20
Delco AM/FM/8 Track Cassette $351
Tilt Steering Wheel $69
Windshield Wipers $32
Super Cooling Radiator $31
Custom Velour Trim $134
Other factory and added options for this particular example include:
400ci W72 V8
GTO-Sourced Heads & Intake
Ram Air III Camshaft
Aftermarket Exhaust System
Four-Speed Manual Transmission
Solar Gold Paint
Camel Tan Vinyl Upholstery
Gold-Finished 15" Snowflake Wheels
Power Steering
Power Front Disc Brakes
Front & Rear Spoilers
Shaker Hood with Firebird Graphics
Eight-Track Radio
Copy of Original Dealer Invoice
This 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is finished in its original 'Solar Gold' over Camel Tan vinyl upholstery and is powered by a 400ci W72 V8 paired with a four-speed manual transmission. The engine has been fitted with a GTO-sourced intake manifold and cylinder heads as well as a Ram Air III camshaft, and additional equipment includes a Shaker hood with a Firebird hood decal, front and rear spoilers, 15 snowflake alloy wheels, power steering, power front disc brakes, an aftermarket exhaust system, and an eight-track radio.
The car was first delivered to 'Stallings Motors' in Globe, Arizona, and was acquired by its most recent owner in 2023. The car left the factory finished in Solar Gold (50) and features front and rear spoilers, bright-finished trim, front fender vents, body-color sport mirrors, dual exhaust outlets, and a shaker hood with a Firebird hood graphic. Gold-finished 15 snowflake alloy wheels are mounted with BF Goodrich Radial T/A tires.
The car is equipped with power steering, and braking is handled by power-assisted front discs. Noted service under previous ownership included replacing the brake master cylinder, hoses, front calipers, and rear wheel cylinders. The seating surfaces are trimmed in Camel Tan vinyl with a color-coordinated dashboard, door panels, and carpets. Amenities include a silver engine-turned dash fascia, a full-length center console, an eight-track radio, manual crank windows, and Trans Am logo floor mats.
Please note that the air conditioning system components have been removed. The leather-wrapped steering wheel fronts a 100-mph speedometer, a 6k-rpm tachometer, an analog clock, and auxiliary gauges for oil pressure, coolant temperature, fuel level, and voltage. The five-digit odometer shows some 97k miles.The 400ci W72 V8 breathes through an Edelbrock carburetor and has reportedly been fitted with an intake manifold and cylinder heads from a 1970 GTO as well as a Ram Air III camshaft. Power is routed to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. An aftermarket exhaust system has been fitted utilizing Pypes Turbo Pro mufflers. The seller notes that the clutch components were reportedly replaced under previous ownership. A copy of the original dealer invoice shows initial delivery to Stallings Motors in Globe, Arizona, and lists factory equipment, colors, and an MSRP of $7,609.
In 1969, the first of the fire-breathing Firebird Trans Am's, named after the Sports Car Club of America's late 60's Trans-American racing series, debuted as a Firebird $725 option package and boasted a potent Ram-Air 400 V8 with heavy duty suspension, steering and brakes and was fated to be a one year only model which went on to keep the Pony Car flame burning strong throughout the 70's virtually all by itself, when most of the other muscle cars either disappeared or dropped their engine displacements! Pontiac had no part in that sell out for its high performance Trans Am motors during the 70's and maintained 400 or 455 cid V8's even as the Corvettes and Camaros dropped to 350 cid and the Mustang down to 302 cid by mid decade.
The car was obviously always well cared for and is remarkably unabused for a Trans Am! The paint is in quite exceptional condition with only some very minor imperfections, if any, only noticeable upon close inspection. The very striking 'Camel' vinyl interior is in very clean condition throughout with no signs of wear.
This particular model must be driven to be fully appreciated - the car drives as good as it looks with no shakes or rattles with the considerable power of it's 6.6 litre 400 V8 engine! There are no noticeable oil leaks, the transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the temperature always remains cool.
Price: $29,500
Exterior Color: Red, Interior Color: Red
West Coast Classics are proud to present a beautiful daily driving example of this ultra rare and rust free and PHS documented 1963 Pontiac Tempest Le Mans 2 door Hardtop Sports Coupe in its original and striking 'Grenadier Red' factory color with a matching Red interior and which was born with the rare 4 cylinder 4 BBL engine matched to a 4 speed manual transmission and with desirable options including;
Factory tachometer,
3.26 Positraction Rear Axle,
Split Exhaust Manifold,
Header Exhaust,
Four Wheel Independent Suspension,
Front Bucket Seats,
AM Radio,
Dual Wipers,
Soft Ray Tinted Glass,
Le Mans Trim,
Deluxe Three Spoke Wood Steering Wheel,
50/50 Weight Distribution Rear Transaxle,
and the car will be sold complete with it's PHS documents showing the car's original specs!
Finished in a very striking 'Grenadier Red' color paint which contrasts beautifully with the matching 'Red' bucket seats interior with Red carpeting. The floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas are solid and rust-free and the car has no indication of any major accidents. The car also now boasts a modern stereo radio along with its original AM radio.
The brightwork design on the dashboard, the dashboard itself, the headliner, the carpets and all the seats are in absolutely exceptional condition with virtually no signs of wear and tear! All the chrome work is also in very good condition and the original spare wheel and jack are in the trunk.
The 4 cylinder Pontiac engine is strong and powerful for aa car of this size and weight and this particular car drives magnificently with the 4 spd manual transmission shifting smoothly through all the gears and the temperature always remains cool!
This is a great opportunity to own a great daily driving and nicely restored example of a rust and accident free 1963 Pontiac Tempest Le Mans 2 Door Sports Hardtop Coupe matched to a very desirable 4 spd manual transmission in very fine condition throughout. ]]>
Price: $29,500
Exterior Color: Silver, Interior Color: Burgundy/Maroon
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this 1987 Porsche 'late model' 944 2.5L 4 cylinder 5 speed manual Coupe! Finished in the beautiful color combination of its original 'Zermatt Silver Metallic' factory paint with its all original 'Burgundy/Maroon' leather interior and purchased with rare factory options including the 5 speed manual transmission, air conditioning, removable large sunroof, desirable 15x7 and 15x8 turbo wheels, stabilizer bars, protective side moldings, leather steering wheel, power windows, power driver seat, rear window wiper, automatic speed control and rear anti roll bar!
- Just under 27,000 miles
- 5 speed
- Zermatt Silver Metallic
- New Continental DWS 06 performance tires with approx. 2,000 miles of wear 225/40/ZR18 front and 265/35/ZR18 rear
- Converted AC to R134
- New timing belt in 2023
- Pristine interior
- Comes with maintenance kit, owners manuals and custom car cover
The 944 was built by Porsche from 1982-91 and was a very successful model for the German automaker. The car was one of the prestigious 'Car & Driver's' 'Ten Best List' cars from 1983-1985 as was the Turbo when introduced in 1986 and in 1984 'Car & Driver' named the car the 'Best Handling Production Car In America'. In mid-1985, the 944 underwent significant changes which included a newly designed dashboard and door panels, an embedded radio antenna, an upgraded alternator (from 90 amp to 115 amp), an increased oil sump capacity, new front and rear cast alloy control arms and semi-trailing arms, a larger fuel tank, optional heated and powered seats, Porsche HiFi sound system. 1985 model year cars incorporating these changes are sometimes referred to as 1985B, 85.5 or 1985 models and have serial numbers from 45001 and are referred to late model 944's.
This particular late model example is serial # 474885 and was obviously always garaged and has no history of any accidents or damage with a clean CARFAX report confirming this history.
The original factory 'Zermatt Silver Metallic' factory paint is in exceptional condition and all the options are working as they should. The car drives exactly like a well maintained and serviced Porsche should and must be driven to be fully appreciated and seen to be believed! The engine is extremely strong with no oil leaks, the 5 speed transmission is very smooth shifting and the temperature always remains cool. The car has four virtually new tires.
You will surely look long and hard to find a finer and extremely rare factory loaded and unique example of this exceptionally clean and increasingly collectible and desirable Porsche 944 5 speed manual Coupe with all original paint and only 26K original miles available anywhere else.
Price: $17,500
Exterior Color: Beige/Tan, Interior Color:
1959 RAMBLER CUSTOM 4 DOOR 6 PASSENGER SEDAN
ORIGINAL CALIFORNIA BLACK LICENSE PLATES
MODEL 5915-2
195.6 CID 6 CYL
FLASH-0-MATIC AUTOMATIC PUSH BUTTON TRANSMISSION
PAINT CODES 4-14: ORIGINAL 'ALAMO BEIGE' OVER 'CARAMEL COPPER METALLIC'
ORIGINAL TRIM CODE 946
POWER STEERING
Also, front seats recline and make into a queen size bed! Ramblers are known for this.
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Price: $105,500
Exterior Color: Silver, Interior Color:
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely stunning and exceptional example of this 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche V with only 17K original miles - one of the last generation of Crewe hand built Rolls Royce's, the Corniche V, one of only 374 built between the final 2000-2002 production years, with Bentley having already having become a subsidiary of VW from Vickers in 1998 and with Rolls-Royce about to become solely owned by BMW in late 2002. This is a truly superb Rolls Royce by any standards, and one which was still being hand built at the legendary Rolls Royce / Bentley legendary Crewe factory, and by far the most expensive vehicle offered by Rolls-Royce in it's day, with a base price of over $359K.
This particular example is superbly striking in its original and very rare and unique factory 'Silver Pearl Metallic' color with a beautiful matching and very striking convertible top and a gorgeous 'Ivory with Navy Blue Piping' leather interior with matching 'Wilton' wool carpeting and trunk and burled walnut dash with 17" factory chrome wheels. This is an obviously always garaged and covered example since new with only 17K original miles and with a clean CARFAX report showing extensive preventive maintenance and scheduled service history over the years, primarily at 'Symbolic Motor Car Co' of La Jolla, CA in the early years and in recent years at 'Bentley High Point' of High Point, NC. It was obviously owned by only very careful and meticulous drivers since new - never abused!
The Corniche historically was originally Rolls Royce's coupe and convertible versions of the Silver Shadow saloon and which was originally produced between 1971 and 1996. The model was assembled in Crewe and finished in London at the renown Rolls Royce coachbuilders 'Mulliner Park Ward' as a continuation of their 1965 Silver Shadow coupe and 1967 drophead, with the Corniche name applied in 1971. The Corniche coupe was discontinued in 1982. Total production of the coupes (1971-82) was only 1,108 and of the convertibles (1971-87) was only 3,239. The car as reworked in 1986 as the Corniche II (with 1,226 produced), in late 1989 as the Corniche III (with 452 produced) and in 1993 as the Corniche IV (with only 244 produced) when production was moved to Crewe after the closure of Mulliner Park Ward and the final form in 2000 was as the Corniche V after which production ceased in 2001.
For the Corniche V styling cues were taken from the Rolls Royce Silver Seraph sedan, but it shares little mechanically with that BMW engined car. Instead, the Corniche's body was set onto the older platform used for the similarly-styled Bentley Azure making it the first and only Rolls-Royce developed from a Bentley rather than the other way around. The 2000-2002 Corniche V is powered by a 6.75 L 325HP turbocharged V8 and came outfitted with every luxury and refinement characteristic of a Rolls-Royce with Connolly leather interior, Wilton wool carpets, chrome gauges and a wide choice of exotic wood trims. Dual automatic temperature control, a six-disc CD changer, automatic headlamps and automatic ride control are standard and all Corniches were completely hand-built and to most enthusiasts the car was considered an even more exclusive car than the by now completely VW owned Azure. The very last Rolls-Royce Corniche rolled off the assembly line on August 30, 2002 and this was the very last Rolls-Royce to be made at the Crewe plant before it was turned over entirely to the production of Bentley models now owned by VW. Only 374 fifth-generation Corniches were ever built.
It turns out that the Corniche V brings you two particular things so characteristic of England. First, it's exclusive, as only 374 were built during its production run. Second, stubborn British craftsmen with incredible pride build the Corniche V by hand, with a signed Chief Engineers signature as proof on each car's exclusive numbered engine, and this gives the car something approaching a soul.
In summary you will surely look long and hard to find a finer example of this last generation from Crewe hand built Rolls Royce Corniche Convertible with only 17K original miles in a very unique and striking color combination!
For those who are unfamiliar, Rolls Royce and Bentley no longer exist as they had for over one hundred years - this is one of the very last in the original line of cars hand built in the legendary Rolls Royce/Bentley factory in Crewe, England with a quality and craftsmanship that far surpasses that of today's mass produced models with many BMW parts - this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of automobile history, from a time when Rolls Royce and Bentley were truly building the world's finest motor cars.]]>
Price: $155,000
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West Coast Classics are proud to present this extraordinarily rare and fully documented 'James Young' coachbuilt 1965 Rolls-Royce Phantom V, Chassis No. 5VE21, one of only 11 open drive Sedanca de Ville bodies built by the renown coachbuilder, and with this particular example as shown at the 1965 Earls Court Motor Show! Recently acquired from the renown Blackhawk Collection and as listed in the legendary Rolls Royce "The Elegance Continues" bible
- Unique coachwork by James Young on a Phantom V chassis
- James Young produced 11 open-drive Sedanca de Ville bodies for Phantom V chassis
- This example was the only car built to the Sedanca de Ville version of design number PV15
- Formal roofline
- True 7-passenger interior
- Chassis no. 5VE21
- Engine no. E10PV
- Body no. 9053
- Shown at the 1965 Earls Court Motor Show
- Formerly owned by renowned enthusiasts Dr. Erle Heath and Dr. Samuel Scher
- 6.2L V-8 engine
- Automatic transmission
- Build sheet
- Rolls-Royce Foundation records
- Californias Behring Collection book
- Known ownership history
Formerly owned by renowned enthusiasts Dr. Erle Heath and Dr. Samuel Scher
Elaborately detailed and lavishly equipped
A fascinating, sumptuous Rolls-Royce; the ultimate luxury statement of its era
Recent 2022 Service Completed
James Young produced 11 open-drive Sedanca de Ville bodies for Phantom V chassis, most of them variants of the coachbuilders PV22 or PV23 touring limousines. The example shown here, chassis number 5VE21, was the only car built to the Sedanca de Ville version of design number PV15, a limousine with a somewhat more formal roofline and a true seven-passenger interior. As the car has a rather early body, number 9053, on a later Phantom V chassis, it is believed that the coachwork may have been built as a standard limousine and then converted by James Young to a limousine de Ville for mounting on chassis number 5VE21. Lavish appointments included a leather-upholstered rear compartment with power-adjustable seat, facing a lighted bar, Mazal clock, and Motorola tape deck, as well as dual front and rear air conditioning systems.
The body was liveried for Swinging London, in ivory white and royal blue with panels of decorative sham cane. In this form it surely turned heads at the 1965 Earls Court Motor Show, as is noted on both its build sheet and in Rolls-Royce Foundation records; a book published by its later home, Californias Behring Collection, notes it received a bronze medal at the show. Afterward it was delivered to the original owner B.P. Jenks, of Astbury Hall in Bridgnorth, Shropshire. At one point it was used as the basis for a Top Marques 1/43-scale model.
The records of the Rolls-Royce Foundation indicate that the car made its way Stateside when relatively new; in July 1972 it was advertised in the New York Times. Not long thereafter it was purchased by the colorful collector Dr. Erle M. Heath of Pittsburgh. The car passed from Dr. Heath to Dr. Samuel Scher, once a pioneering American enthusiast of Brass Era automobiles, by now living in Palm Beach and more often seen in modern coach-built Rolls-Royces.
In 1985, this car was acquired by the Blackhawk Collection where it was displayed amongst some of the worlds finest cars. In 1992, the car joined a private collection where it has remained out of the public eye for the past 30 years before returning to the Blackhawk Collection in 2022. With the last of the James Young bodies being built on Phantom V's in 1968, there is no Phantom V like this one, a most unique automobile with a personality all its own.
The Phantom V served as the Rolls-Royce flagship model for nearly a decade (1959-1968), during which time fewer than 1,000 chassis were built. Of that figure, very very few were fitted with the exclusive James Young coachwork, let alone to such rare and distinct exclusivity as this particular Sedanca example. Lofty, stately and extremely dignified and built to be chauffeur driven, yet remarkably capable of 100mph +!
These cars were highly exclusive and equally conservative, using traditional ladder chassis and even four-wheel drum brakes (power assisted, naturally). The successor to the Phantom IV, this massive limousine shared the Bentley S Type & Silver Cloud chassis but used an appropriately longer wheelbase. Power was provided by the firm's new light alloy V8 engine and all the Phantom V's had custom crafted bodies by only exclusively appointed and "approved suppliers'. Rolls-Royce built the rolling chassis only. Similar styling to the Silver Cloud but much larger and with a multitude of interior refinements like this particular example which including seven passenger seating, division window, chauffeur equipment and rarely air conditioning.
In back, with occasional-use foldaway seats stowed, legroom for passengers seated on the wide, deep sofa-like bench is best measured by the acre. The left-side rear occupant has controls for the radio, and a wood drinks cabinet provides refreshments.
Phantom Vs are among the most exclusive RR automobiles ever built, and even by modern standards, their smoothness of operation, ride quality, and general levels of refinement still impress. This particular example is an exceptional example of the marque from the finest of coachbuilders and with the most distinctive and unique of appointments and would prove a fine addition to any collection.
Price: $92,500
Exterior Color: Silver, Interior Color: Red
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptionally exquisite rare example of this 1957 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud I 4.9L 6 cyl 4 door saloon, with only 2,238 of these hand built Cloud I cars ever built and with only very few remaining! This must be one of the finest examples anywhere and is finished in its very striking original 'Shell Gray' with 'Single Deep Red Line' factory color paint with a 'Dark Gray' roof and with its original factory 'Red' color Connolly hides and which boasts its original Gray Mohair headliner and wood dashboard.
The car will be sold with copies of its original factory build sheets showing the following original factory options:
Left Hand Drive Saloon
Power Assisted Steering
Shell Grey with Single Deep Red Line
Red Hides with Red piping
Grey headcloth & carpet
Speedo in MPH
Dunlop White sided tires
Oil bath air cleaner
UD1782 Headlamps
Horns under the bonnet
Mirror to each front wing
Adaptor for engine heater
Summer thermostat
Winter thermostat
Coat hangers
Cold weather shields over door locks
Colonial springing
Originally exported to Canada and delivered to Rolls Royce of Canada Ltd on 11/14/1957 with a thick file of all service history back to 1957!
This particular example had the optional power steering and boasts its original spare wheel and tire and electric inspection lamp and charging plug, pressure gauge and tire pump!
The car drives phenomenally well and is a testament to how these extraordinary cars are capable of driving, an absolute pleasure to drive with the ultimate in both grace and power.
The car has been beautifully restored throughout as required over the years and boasts all it original specifications including its original 'Smiths' radio and African burled walnut wood. An obviously always cherished and garaged example with no accidents and with the floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas all pristine and rust free and its original rare still leather wrapped rear leaf springs!
The car has a beautiful and highly desirable color combination of seemingly mostly original 'Shell Gray' with 'Single Deep Red Line' exterior paint and a 'Dark Gray' roof with matching Rolls Royce hubcaps and its reupholstered original 'Red' color leather interior. All the chrome work including the front Rolls Royce grille and bumpers is absolutely outstanding as are the door panels, dashboard and original mohair headliner. The car has it's original spare wheel with original jack and factory equipment still located in their rightful place of storage in the trunk compartment.
For those who are unfamiliar, the Bentley 'S' series and the Rolls Royce Silver Cloud series were absolutely identical, with both vehicles hand built at the Rolls Royce factory in Crewe, England from 1955-66, with the only differences being their nameplates, radiator and mascots. The Silver Cloud models were introduced in 1955 with a superbly crafted 'Rubenesque' body shell with the traditional Rolls Royce imposing high grille and headlights whilst hinting at the separate fenders seen on the previous coachbuilt models. The all new body was steel with a simple very rigid steel box section welded together with lightweight aluminum panels for the doors, hood and trunk lid. Equipped with a now legendary inline six cylinder engine, four speed automatic transmission, hydraulic brakes with twin brake master cylinders and independent front suspension, the car could reach 60mph in 13.5 seconds and had a top speed of over 100mph. This 6 cylinder engine was ultimately considered both smoother and possibly more durable than the later V8 that followed it whilst being both quieter and easier to maintain and today is recognized as a virtually bullet proof engine built by the world's finest mechanical engineers. It remains the quintessential Rolls Royce with enough power to be used on modern roads with a degree of style that only this marque could offer.
Rolls Royce no longer exists as it had for over one hundred years - this is one of the last in the original line of cars built in the legendary Rolls Royce factory in Crewe, England with a quality and craftsmanship that far surpasses that of today's mass produced models with many BMW parts - this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of automobile history, from a time when Rolls Royce was truly building the world's finest motor cars. This increasingly desirable and collectible Silver Cloud I, one of the most desired of the Silver Clouds by enthusiasts with the virtually bullet proof all aluminum 4.9L 6 cylinder engine and the single head lights - which of note, Rolls Royce purists were appalled with at the time when the later Silver Cloud III's transformation with the dubious redesigned front-end lower hood and radiator with quad front headlamps mounted in oval nacelles - considered a shocking violation of RR tradition - one magazine went so far as to refer to the quad lights as the equivalent to installing a jukebox in Winchester cathedral!
Along with it's tall grill and tall flying lady the Silver Cloud I is an absolute moving work of art from a time when Rolls-Royce and Bentley were arguably building the "Best Cars in the World" at the time of it's production; the craftsmanship and quality of these cars obviously speak for themselves and it is becoming increasingly hard to find any examples at all, let alone any such unabused and rust free examples that have been so beautifully upkept and restored only as required - with only some 2,238 Silver Cloud I's built and very few remaining or available for sale you will surely look long and hard to find another in such stunningly fine condition.
So buy with confidence, with original factory Silver Cloud drophead coupe convertibles now selling well in excess of $1M, this will no doubt prove a fabulous investment for the astute investor, Rolls Royce enthusiast or British Classic Car Collector or simply a great example of a fully turn key ready example to simply just enjoy and drive for the discerning luxury classic car owner!]]>
Price: $749,000
Exterior Color: Burgundy/Maroon, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely stunning and extraordinarily rare 1963 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III Drophead Coupe factory LHD & coachbuilt by H.J. Mulliner - a very rare original southern California 'Black License Plate ' car and the very collectible LHD model with factory coachwork by H.J Mulliner - 1 of only 27 true Mulliner's ever built!
The car will be sold with its certified factory copies of RR construction and test records from the factory showing an original sales date of 11/5/1963 for delivery to J.S. Inskip Inc Rolls Royce of New York..
In a striking 'Regal Royal Burgundy' color with all new reupholstered leather interior - 32K original miles & equipped with factory power windows & original air conditioning equipment & rare altimeter & dashboard mounted tachometer by Mulliner to replace the left side cubby box, original AM radio, rear folding picnic tables, white wall tires and rare 'Kneeling Lady' mascot.
The car had one southern California owner from 1968-2010 - original sales & delivery documents, handbooks, boot cover, spare wheel & heavy tools & small toolbox. Unique opportunity for Rolls collector/enthusiast to purchase not only 1 of the 27 factory LHD true coachbuilt H.J. Mulliner cars, but also a superb southern California car since new that still drives as good as when new and boasting only 32K original miles!
This is an absolutely stunning and exceptionally rare example in truly remarkable condition, both mechanically and cosmetically, a true 1963 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III V8 Drophead Coupe by Mulliner. Only 27 of these original left hand drive coachbuilt cars were ever built by H.J Mulliner of Willesden, London, with very few of any of these cars now known to still exist today. These completely hand built, factory left hand drive Mulliner's are not to be confused with one of the RHD Silver Cloud non-factory or later Silver Cloud conversions by a multitude of entities!
The third and final Silver Cloud was introduced in 1962 and a precious few of these cars were chosen by Rolls to be taken from the standard steel production line and sent to the renown Rolls Royce appointed coachworks of H.J Mulliner of Willesden, London to be adapted by hand into drophead coupes. These were to be the iconic 27 Mulliner Drophead coupes, by far the most expensive and exclusive car of it's day.
In the years to come, seeing the desirability and demand of these few Mulliner's, other coachbuilders were to try and emulate what Mulliner had originally achieved with the Silver Cloud, but as any enthusiast will attest, although there are some very fine Silver Cloud non-factory conversions out there, none of these will ever prove as desirable or as well built as an original hand built Mulliner, and all fall short of these original 27 cars in terms of value, prestige and historic importance.
This particular example was owned by it's long time southern California owner from 1968-2010 and is an original 'Black Plate' California car since new. It was purchased by only its second owner on 6/3/1968 from 'Peter Satori Co Ltd' of Pasadena, CA with documentation available, and owned until sold by his estate to only it's third southern California owner in 2010. It was serviced and maintained throughout the years at the renown independent Rolls Royce specialists 'Vanderploeg Motors' and later at 'Scott Motors' of West Los Angeles.
It has rare options of the altimeter and tachometer, air conditioning, 'Sundym' reflective tinted glass, White sided tubeless tires, power brakes and power windows. Finished in an exceptionally striking color of 'Regal Burgundy' with a newly upholstered 'Tan' color Connolly hides interior. The original seats are truly still as comfortable as the day they were new, firm and supportive and recently reupholstered. The carpeting and the car's original convertible top and mohair headliner have also been restored with no expense spared and the car show superb maintenance and care from its three long time owners.
For those who are unfamiliar, the Bentley S3 and the Silver Cloud III were absolutely identical with both vehicles hand built at the Rolls Royce factory in Crewe, England with the only differences being their nameplates, radiator and mascots. The Silver Cloud III was introduced in 1962 and lasted until 1965. Little changed externally from the Silver Cloud II with the same improved 6.2 L V8 Series II engine from the original Series I but performance was greatly improved though in the new upgraded Series III models with the top speed raised to 183 km/h (114 mph), with the main improvements being in acceleration and torque and the inclusion of larger SU carburetors. Separate front seats now replaced the bench seat and there was more legroom in the rear. Power steering had already become standard with the Series II but electrically operated windows and air conditioning were now available as an option.
In autumn 1962 the Series II production cars were given a facelift and the Silver Cloud III and Bentley S3 were introduced. The most obvious visual feature was the twin headlamp arrangement in what was virtually an unchanged body style. Four headlamps provided more illumination and made it easier for Rolls-Royce to pass the latest North American lighting regulations. Also this layout had been chosen for the next generation Silver Shadow and this provided a convenient way of bridging the visual gap between the old and the new. The side lamps and flashers were combined and mounted in the noses of the front mudguards: the earlier cars had separate side lamps on the top of the mudguards and used the fog lamps also as flashers. Internally, individual front seats became standard and there was some reshaping of the rear seats. The heating/ ventilation system was upgraded, there were extra radio controls and a number of other such details were improved. The engine had a new compression ratio of 9.0:1; the crankshaft was hardened and there was extra power assistance for the steering.
This car boasts many surprisingly still all original components which are a testament to its low mileage and fastidiously kept and obviously climate controlled storage and garaging. The features still intact include its original leather wrapped rear leaf springs, small tool box and spare wheel with all it's original heavy tools; inspection lamp, spare wheel inflation trap & clamp, tire pump, wheel brace & jack, still unused and in their rightful place in the trunk.
The car has been maintained in recent years at the renown independent Rolls Royce & Bentley specialists 'Independent Rolls Royce' of Beverly Hills, California, where the car received a recent full service and this long time southern California family owned and cherished and always garaged car has obviously had no accidents and is a completely rust free example - the floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas are completely solid and rust free having always been kept in climate controlled southern California storage!
The beautiful and highly striking paint color of 'Regal Burgundy' exterior paint is in exceptional condition and extraordinarily striking with only very minor imperfections only noticeable upon very close inspection! The car has matching Rolls Royce hubcaps and as previously stated all new leather hides, top and carpeting. Connolly leather is legendary for being exclusively used in Rolls Royce and other high end British cars and came from unfenced cows which produced unblemished hides. All the chrome work including the front Rolls Royce grille and bumpers is absolutely outstanding. The original burlwood dashboard and the original mohair headliner have also been restored.
Obviously always garaged with no accidents or damage history and owned by only obviously very careful long time southern California owner's/custodian's for over 60 years - never abused! The car drives exactly like a well maintained and serviced Rolls Royce Silver Cloud should and must be both seen and driven to be fully appreciated, honestly we have rarely driven a finer driving Silver Cloud, this car drives exactly as it is supposed to and as it would have when new; the engine is extremely strong and purrs like a sewing machine, the transmission shifts smooth as butter with Rolls Royce's legendary almost imperceptible shift and the engine temperature always remains cool. The car drives straight as an arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles and is a truly remarkable and responsive daily driver! A truly remarkable example both mechanically and cosmetically.
For those who are unfamiliar, Rolls Royce no longer exists as it had for over one hundred years - this is one of the last in the original line of cars hand-built in the legendary Rolls Royce factory in Crewe, England with a quality and craftsmanship that far surpasses that of today's mass produced models with many BMW parts - this is also a rare opportunity to own a coachbuilt version of automobile history, from a time when Rolls Royce was truly building the world's finest motor cars.
This increasingly desirable and collectible Silver Cloud III Drophead coupe; coachbuilt by H.J. Mulliner, is the most desired of the Silver Clouds internationally with the all aluminum 6.2L V8 engine and the quad head lights; and this is one of the actual 27 LHD coachbuilt H.J. Mulliner cars!
Along with it's tall grill and rare 'Kneeling Flying Lady' mascot, this particular Silver Cloud III Drophead coupe is an absolute moving work of art from a time when Rolls-Royce and Bentley were unarguably building the "Best Cars in the World" at the time of it's production; the craftsmanship and quality of these cars obviously speak for themselves - with only some 2,044 Silver Cloud III's built in total and only 27 LHD factory to coachbuilder drophead coupes, obviously few remain or are available for sale at any time, and you will surely look long and hard to find another example like this again.
So buy with confidence, this will no doubt prove a fabulous investment for the astute investor, Rolls Royce enthusiast or British Classic Car Collector or simply prove a worthy addition to any serious collection.
The car will be sold with its certified factory copies of RR construction and test records from the factory showing an original sales date of 11/5/1963 for delivery to J.S. Inskip Inc Rolls Royce of New York..
In a striking 'Regal Royal Burgundy' color with all new reupholstered leather interior - 32K original miles & equipped with factory power windows & original air conditioning equipment & rare altimeter & dashboard mounted tachometer by Mulliner to replace the left side cubby box, original AM radio, rear folding picnic tables, white wall tires and rare 'Kneeling Lady' mascot.
The car had one southern California owner from 1968-2010 - original sales & delivery documents, handbooks, boot cover, spare wheel & heavy tools & small toolbox. Unique opportunity for Rolls collector/enthusiast to purchase not only 1 of the 27 factory LHD true coachbuilt H.J. Mulliner cars, but also a superb southern California car since new that still drives as good as when new and boasting only 32K original miles!
This is an absolutely stunning and exceptionally rare example in truly remarkable condition, both mechanically and cosmetically, a true 1963 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III V8 Drophead Coupe by Mulliner. Only 27 of these original left hand drive coachbuilt cars were ever built by H.J Mulliner of Willesden, London, with very few of any of these cars now known to still exist today. These completely hand built, factory left hand drive Mulliner's are not to be confused with one of the RHD Silver Cloud non-factory or later Silver Cloud conversions by a multitude of entities!
The third and final Silver Cloud was introduced in 1962 and a precious few of these cars were chosen by Rolls to be taken from the standard steel production line and sent to the renown Rolls Royce appointed coachworks of H.J Mulliner of Willesden, London to be adapted by hand into drophead coupes. These were to be the iconic 27 Mulliner Drophead coupes, by far the most expensive and exclusive car of it's day.
In the years to come, seeing the desirability and demand of these few Mulliner's, other coachbuilders were to try and emulate what Mulliner had originally achieved with the Silver Cloud, but as any enthusiast will attest, although there are some very fine Silver Cloud non-factory conversions out there, none of these will ever prove as desirable or as well built as an original hand built Mulliner, and all fall short of these original 27 cars in terms of value, prestige and historic importance.
This particular example was owned by it's long time southern California owner from 1968-2010 and is an original 'Black Plate' California car since new. It was purchased by only its second owner on 6/3/1968 from 'Peter Satori Co Ltd' of Pasadena, CA with documentation available, and owned until sold by his estate to only it's third southern California owner in 2010. It was serviced and maintained throughout the years at the renown independent Rolls Royce specialists 'Vanderploeg Motors' and later at 'Scott Motors' of West Los Angeles.
It has rare options of the altimeter and tachometer, air conditioning, 'Sundym' reflective tinted glass, White sided tubeless tires, power brakes and power windows. Finished in an exceptionally striking color of 'Regal Burgundy' with a newly upholstered 'Tan' color Connolly hides interior. The original seats are truly still as comfortable as the day they were new, firm and supportive and recently reupholstered. The carpeting and the car's original convertible top and mohair headliner have also been restored with no expense spared and the car show superb maintenance and care from its three long time owners.
For those who are unfamiliar, the Bentley S3 and the Silver Cloud III were absolutely identical with both vehicles hand built at the Rolls Royce factory in Crewe, England with the only differences being their nameplates, radiator and mascots. The Silver Cloud III was introduced in 1962 and lasted until 1965. Little changed externally from the Silver Cloud II with the same improved 6.2 L V8 Series II engine from the original Series I but performance was greatly improved though in the new upgraded Series III models with the top speed raised to 183 km/h (114 mph), with the main improvements being in acceleration and torque and the inclusion of larger SU carburetors. Separate front seats now replaced the bench seat and there was more legroom in the rear. Power steering had already become standard with the Series II but electrically operated windows and air conditioning were now available as an option.
In autumn 1962 the Series II production cars were given a facelift and the Silver Cloud III and Bentley S3 were introduced. The most obvious visual feature was the twin headlamp arrangement in what was virtually an unchanged body style. Four headlamps provided more illumination and made it easier for Rolls-Royce to pass the latest North American lighting regulations. Also this layout had been chosen for the next generation Silver Shadow and this provided a convenient way of bridging the visual gap between the old and the new. The side lamps and flashers were combined and mounted in the noses of the front mudguards: the earlier cars had separate side lamps on the top of the mudguards and used the fog lamps also as flashers. Internally, individual front seats became standard and there was some reshaping of the rear seats. The heating/ ventilation system was upgraded, there were extra radio controls and a number of other such details were improved. The engine had a new compression ratio of 9.0:1; the crankshaft was hardened and there was extra power assistance for the steering.
This car boasts many surprisingly still all original components which are a testament to its low mileage and fastidiously kept and obviously climate controlled storage and garaging. The features still intact include its original leather wrapped rear leaf springs, small tool box and spare wheel with all it's original heavy tools; inspection lamp, spare wheel inflation trap & clamp, tire pump, wheel brace & jack, still unused and in their rightful place in the trunk.
The car has been maintained in recent years at the renown independent Rolls Royce & Bentley specialists 'Independent Rolls Royce' of Beverly Hills, California, where the car received a recent full service and this long time southern California family owned and cherished and always garaged car has obviously had no accidents and is a completely rust free example - the floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas are completely solid and rust free having always been kept in climate controlled southern California storage!
The beautiful and highly striking paint color of 'Regal Burgundy' exterior paint is in exceptional condition and extraordinarily striking with only very minor imperfections only noticeable upon very close inspection! The car has matching Rolls Royce hubcaps and as previously stated all new leather hides, top and carpeting. Connolly leather is legendary for being exclusively used in Rolls Royce and other high end British cars and came from unfenced cows which produced unblemished hides. All the chrome work including the front Rolls Royce grille and bumpers is absolutely outstanding. The original burlwood dashboard and the original mohair headliner have also been restored.
Obviously always garaged with no accidents or damage history and owned by only obviously very careful long time southern California owner's/custodian's for over 60 years - never abused! The car drives exactly like a well maintained and serviced Rolls Royce Silver Cloud should and must be both seen and driven to be fully appreciated, honestly we have rarely driven a finer driving Silver Cloud, this car drives exactly as it is supposed to and as it would have when new; the engine is extremely strong and purrs like a sewing machine, the transmission shifts smooth as butter with Rolls Royce's legendary almost imperceptible shift and the engine temperature always remains cool. The car drives straight as an arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles and is a truly remarkable and responsive daily driver! A truly remarkable example both mechanically and cosmetically.
For those who are unfamiliar, Rolls Royce no longer exists as it had for over one hundred years - this is one of the last in the original line of cars hand-built in the legendary Rolls Royce factory in Crewe, England with a quality and craftsmanship that far surpasses that of today's mass produced models with many BMW parts - this is also a rare opportunity to own a coachbuilt version of automobile history, from a time when Rolls Royce was truly building the world's finest motor cars.
This increasingly desirable and collectible Silver Cloud III Drophead coupe; coachbuilt by H.J. Mulliner, is the most desired of the Silver Clouds internationally with the all aluminum 6.2L V8 engine and the quad head lights; and this is one of the actual 27 LHD coachbuilt H.J. Mulliner cars!
Along with it's tall grill and rare 'Kneeling Flying Lady' mascot, this particular Silver Cloud III Drophead coupe is an absolute moving work of art from a time when Rolls-Royce and Bentley were unarguably building the "Best Cars in the World" at the time of it's production; the craftsmanship and quality of these cars obviously speak for themselves - with only some 2,044 Silver Cloud III's built in total and only 27 LHD factory to coachbuilder drophead coupes, obviously few remain or are available for sale at any time, and you will surely look long and hard to find another example like this again.
So buy with confidence, this will no doubt prove a fabulous investment for the astute investor, Rolls Royce enthusiast or British Classic Car Collector or simply prove a worthy addition to any serious collection.
Price: $42,500
Exterior Color: Brown, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptionally well maintained and very rare and collectible example of this original owner 1979 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow II with only 45K original miles and finished in a gorgeous and very striking 'Horse Chestnut Metallic' (9510315) factory color paint with painted pin stripes and with a beautiful all original 'Beige' (VM3234) Connolly leather hides interior and matching carpeting with original factory sheepskin rugs and footrests!
The paintwork is in superb condition and the chrome-work, including the Rolls Royce grille and both bumpers, is also in absolutely outstanding condition. The Tan leather interior is virtually flawless and in truly superb all original condition with the original mohair headliner is also in exceptional condition. The original and magnificent burled walnut woodwork is also in very fine condition throughout and all the power options and electric windows are working as they should, as is the air conditioning.
The car has its original owner's manual and all the supplements, as well as its original jack and tools and has 45,906 original miles The car's original purchase price would have been just over $65,614 ($296,512 in 2024 dollars!)
This 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II sedan boasts recent service records over the past 6 months, totaling more than $30,000 and with all new tires, brakes, fuel system, tune-up, all fluids, belts and hoses, as well as a rebuild of the air-conditioning system, flush of the gas tank, and cleaning and servicing of the fuel system.
A few years ago we had previously sold Jack Paar's (the legendary comedian and host of the Tonight Show from 1957-62, preceding Johnny Carson) original U.S specification example (Left Hand Drive Model) 1963 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III, which had been imported to the U.S. from England to New York and delivered to the Rolls Royce dealership of 'J.S. Inskip, Inc' who had ordered the car for the legendary Jack Paar. Mr Paar owned that car for twenty-one years before selling it in 1984 to only it's second ever owner who lived in southern California and who had owned the car prior to our purchasing it.
Jack Paar's wife had purchased this 1979 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow II for her husband and he had kept it until his death in 2004 at the age of 85 and it will be sold with the original owners manuals, registrations and recent service history. It was purchased by the renown TV talk show host's wife as a gift for her husband and would stay in the family until after his death in 1994 and then pass to the family, from whose estate the car was recently acquired.
This obviously well maintained Rolls Royce must still run the same as when new - the engine purrs like a kitten, there is plenty of power to pull away at the lights and it cruises at high speeds with absolute ease. The transmission shift is almost imperceptibly smooth and the temperature always remains cool.
The Silver Shadow II is truly a sensual car that you can drive with your fingertips, smooth and relatively silent, it's thoroughly therapeutic for both drivers and passengers. The delightful precision action of the electrically powered steering column gear change and the ultra light weighted power steering allows one to park this 5000lbs of pure luxury with literally one finger and this long but actually quite slender car is anything but ponderous thanks to it's torque and brilliant turning radius!
This exceptional example with only some 45K original miles in this striking color combination with such a storied history must be both seen and driven to be fully appreciated. Without a doubt you will look long and hard to find a finer example increasingly very collectible 1979 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow II model available anywhere. Always garaged and covered with no accidents and obviously always cherished since new by its owners!
For those who are unfamiliar, Rolls Royce no longer exists as it had for over one hundred years. This is the one of the last in the original line of cars hand built in the legendary Rolls Royce factory in Crewe, England with a quality and craftsmanship that far surpasses that of today's mass produced models with many BMW parts - this is indeed a rare opportunity to own a piece of automotive history, from a time when Rolls Royce was truly building the world's finest automobiles - a great investment for the Rolls Royce enthusiast or collector or simply an outstandingly and striking example of a very rare and unusual Rolls Royce with 45K original for the discerning luxury classic car owner!
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Price: $29,500
Exterior Color: White, Interior Color: Beige/Tan
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional example of this 1991 Rolls Royce Silver Spur II LWB Sedan with a very striking original color combination of 'Acrylic White' paint (Code 9510235) and 'Tan' Connolly leather hides (Code A4178) with 'Parchment' Piping and with only 59K original miles! The car has obviously always been well maintained and serviced and garaged since new!
Obviously always a non-smoking car since new, this particular example has only 59K original miles and obviously rarely driven and always well cared for, the car shows true pride of ownership. The beautiful 'Acrylic White' paint is very striking with matching color combination Rolls Royce hubcaps and the car has a lovely 'Tan' with 'Parchment' Piping 'Connolly' leather interior and matching carpets and trunk, all of which is in virtually flawless condition throughout.
The paint and all the chrome work, including the front grille and bumpers, is in outstanding condition. The original leather seats, dashboard and headliner show no signs of any major wear whatsoever. Obviously always garaged and owned by only one obviously very careful and meticulous owner/driver since new - never ever abused!
The car drives exactly like a well maintained and serviced Rolls Royce should and must be driven to be fully appreciated and seen to be believed! The engine is extremely strong, the transmission is very smooth with Rolls Royce's legendary almost imperceptible shift and the engine temperature always remains cool. All the options are working as they should including the A/C. The car has a clean CARFAX report which can be viewed for free on our website.
In 1989 the Mark II model was introduced to the 'Silver Spirit/Spur' line up - the models remained named the Silver Spirit and Silver Spur but the refinements and improvements included a redesign of dash with more modern instruments which improved the interior look quite considerably with the old rectangular trip computer box being replaced with better looking round gauges. The cars had an improved Bosch fuel injection system and a more robust cooling system and there were a number of design improvements to the brake system including ABS. The suspension was another innovation with the 'Automatic Ride Control' system adjusting the dampers in all four wheels in real time. There was also a new Japanese air conditioning system that replaced the old GM based system. Only 1,658 Silver Spur II's were built over a five year period of 1989-93.
'Connolly Leather' supplied the British car industry for over 125 years, including such legendary marques as Rolls Royce, Bentley, Aston Martin and Jaguar, supplying these manufacturer's highly finished leather which came from unfenced cows which produced unblemished hides and is a highly desirable original feature of any Rolls Royce or Bentley amongst Rolls Royce enthusiasts. This leather was also famously used for the seats of the 'Submarine Spitfire' in WWII, the luxury 'Concorde' aircraft and the luxury liner, the Queen Elizabeth II as well as all the benches in the British Houses of Parliament together with many other parliaments around the world. The business developed into a high profile company with clientele including royalty, celebrities, socialites and industry leaders and today Connolly accessory designs are top be found in many museums around the world. 'Connolly Leather' has stopped production since 2002 and any stocks left of the leather they had produced has already been depleted. Today, upholstery shops uses a 'Connolly' substitute leather supplied by different European tannery's that uses reportedly use the same Vaumol, Autolux and Laxan graining processes that Connoly used and is about as close as you can get to the original factory leather, but as any enthusiast will tell you, there is no substitute for the smell and feel of the authentically original 'Connolly' leather interior.
This long wheel base Silver Spur model is becoming increasingly hard to find in such fine condition with only some 1,658 models built in total during it's 1989-93 production years, or approximately only 331 cars per year!
For those who are unfamiliar, Rolls Royce no longer exists as it had for over one hundred years - this is one of the last in the original line of cars built in the legendary Rolls Royce factory in Crewe, England with a quality and craftsmanship that far surpasses that of today's mass produced models with many BMW parts - this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of automobile history, from a time when Rolls Royce was truly building the world's finest motor cars.
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Price: $149,500
Exterior Color: , Interior Color: Black
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Price: $19,500
Exterior Color: Black Onyx, Interior Color:
West Coast Classics are proud to present this 2007 Saturn Sky Red Line Turbo Convertible with the desirable 5 speed manual transmission with only one California owner since new and only 30K original miles!
The car options included AM/FM Radio with 6 Disc CD/MP3, 18" chrome wheels, leather seats inserts, XM Satellite radio. Black Onyx with Black & Tan leather.
The Saturn brand from GM produced its popular Saturn Sky roadster from 2007 - 2010 and this is the most desirable racier version, the Sky Redline. The Redline added special speed gear which boosted both power and handling over the standard Sky roadster.
The Redline is built on the deep tunnel Kappa platform with integral hydroformed frame rail with the sportier suspension tuning that?s virtually identical to the Pontiac Solstice GXP with stiffer springs and much thicker stabilizer bars to the independent short/long arm assemblies both front and rear.
The styling for the Sky was reportedly based on the Opel Speedster's design. It was available in some European markets as the Opel Gt.
The wheels are the unique Red Line 18-inch alloys with unique, polished, 5-spokes with this particular example boasting the Chrome option also.
In place of the standard Sky?s 2.4-liter 0-4 is the far more potent 2.0-liter direct injection twin-scroll turbo-4. GM?s first North American direct injection engine delivers 260 horsepower, a gain of 83HP, with 260 pound-feet of torque on tap.
Gearbox options were the 5-speed manual or an optional 5-speed automatic driving the rear wheels. The Redline?s taller final drive ratio, limited slip rear differential, and traction control pretty much eliminate speed robbing slip.
The Redline also boasts four-wheel discs with anti-lock delivered average stops of only 124 feet from 60 miles-per-hour.
Clean Carfax confirms both the mileage and ownership.
You will look long and hard to fined a finer example of this top-of-the-line Saturn Sky Red Line Turbo with the desirable 5 speed manual transmission and only one California owner since new and with only 30K original miles.
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Price: $49,500
Exterior Color: Red, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional example of this 1964 Studebaker Avanti 2 Door Coupe with its original 'Avanti Red' (6434) color paint and original Velvet Black (813) interior and 289/240HP V8 engine and 'Borg Warner' automatic floor shift transmission with the optional Dana 44 limited slip (Twin Traction) rear axle and factory options including:
Powershift automatic transmission ($220)
Power steering ($86)
AM/FM Pushbutton radio ($154)
Electric clock
Heater and defroster
White sidewalls
Electric washers ($13)
Twin traction ($40)
Tinted glass ($13)
and original all matching #'s 289 V8 engine!
Presented with a 'Studebaker National Museum' of South Bend, IN copy of the cars original build sheet showing a final assembly date of August 14th 1963.
The car was owned by its second owner from 1970 - 2017 and the third owner restored the car as required with all new paint, reupholstered front seats, new water pump, rebuilt starter and alternator, new brakes, new valve cover gaskets, complete tune up, new Halibrand wheels, new Firestone classic Wide Oval radial tires, new trunk liner, all new exhaust syste, new battery and new original style spare wheel. All the original tire tools are in the trunk.
The car won recent awards at these prestigious events; Best in Class at the 2021 San Marino Motor Classic Car Show, Third place at the La Jola Concours D'Elegance in 2019, First place at the A.A.C.A. Western Fall Nationals in 2019 and First Place at the 2019 Huntington Beach Concours!
The 1963-64 Studebaker Avanti was amongst the most daring of 1960's American cars, a modern masterpiece which still seems contemporary today! Built with modern safety features such as a built in roll bar, padded interior and door latches that became structural body members when closed! A supercharged 289 V8 made the car one of the fastest cars built in its day with a top speed of over 168mph - a staggeringly fast speed for a production street car! Some 29 Bonneville speed records were set by a supercharged Avanti. This was also the first major fiberglass body four passenger car and also the first such car to use caliper style disc brakes and anti-sway bars front and rear. With only 3,834 models built in 1963 and even less, 809 in 1964, this car was to prove an instant collectible and has since reached certified 'Milestone Status'. Distinctive features abound such as a grille-less front end, asymmetrically placed hood bulge, shaped windows with large glass areas, a short rounded tail end, aircraft-like cockpit instrumentation and controls, slim section bucket seats and a padded roll bar.
To Studebaker's delight and not surprisingly, the public loved the car as it was both upscale and well equipped, although it sported a base price of $4,445 compared to the Corvette Sting Ray's $4,252. In the end, the main problem for the original Avanti, was the fact that the public knew that its parent company, Studebaker, was fast going out of business and therefore were reluctant to purchase their cars. Upon seeing it close its South Bend plant on December 20th 1963 and with the last 1964 Avanti having barely come off the production line, its fate was sealed. Studebaker moved production of its other models to Canada in 1965 and only Chevy engines were offered in 1965-66. The renown 'Studebaker Motor Company' which had been incorporated in 1968 and founded in 1852 as a wagon producer, sadly folded in March 1966.
In later years, being too good to let die, the Avanti model continued with Chevy Corvette V8's after two South Bend Studebaker dealers, Nate Altman and Leo Norman bought all the rights to the model, formed the 'Avanti Motor Company' and continued to hand-build the cars in an old Studebaker plant with the cars being known as 'Avanti II's. After Altman's death in the mid 1970's the Altman estate sold the operation to another entrepreneur in 1982, who continued the passion of building the car and so it was for years to come, until finally the recession of 1991 doomed the car to history.
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Price: $36,500
Exterior Color: White, Interior Color: Red
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional example of this beautifully restored and rust free 1962 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk 289/225HP 4BBL V8 rare 4 speed manual coupe, a super striking example repainted in its original 'Ermine White' color paint with a Red interior and original factory wheels with new white wall tires. The floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas are completely solid and rust-free - obviously an always garaged and cherished car since new!
1 of 9,335 Gran Turismo Hawks for 1962
1 of 2,911 in 'Ermine White', of those 2,911 only 1,441 were fitted with Red vinyl interiors.
Of those 1,441 'Ermine White/Red GT Hawks only 536 were equipped with a 4 speed transmission.
Of those 536 only 284 were equipped with a four barrel carburetor.
The car looks extremely impressive with the interior in exceptionally good and mostly completely original looking condition throughout with its original 'Studebaker' AM radio! The dashboard, the headliner, the carpets and all the seats have been restored and are in absolutely exceptional condition throughout! All the chrome-work has also been restored and the original spare wheel and jack are located in their compartment in the trunk.
The car was special ordered with the rare High Performance package, verified with Studebaker Museum documentation and dash plaque. This special order GT is equipped with the factory 4 barrel carburetor 289 V8, dual exhaust and TT (twin traction) and 4 speed manual transmission (4 speed stick on the floor)
The Studebaker Museum verified there were only 284 GT s ordered equipped this way.
Recently refurbished with new 'Ermine White' over rust free (California/Arizona) sheet metal, new chrome bumpers, and professionally polished stainless steel trim. The interior was also refurbished with new foam and a complete detail, study the photos. It performs like a high performance 1962 muscle car, a pleasure to drive.
Under the hood the engine and engine bay are also refurbished and the trunk floor is also solid rust free. The under carriage has been power washed and remnants of some undercoating remain with usual surface corrosion visible, but no rot or rust, again this vehicle is California / Arizona vehicle.
The car has a correct 289 V8 engine which is extremely strong and powerful and this particular car drives absolutely magnificently - must be driven to be believed - drives straight as an arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles - a truly remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day sports car a run for it's money! The transmission shifts smoothly through all the gears, there are no noticeable oil leaks and the temperature always remains cool!
After the Ford Thunderbird had been restyled in the late fifties, the Studebaker Golden Hawk emerged as one of the most handsome two door coupes on the market in 1956 with performance to match its styling. In 1962, the last year in which Packard would be part of the Studebaker-Packard Corporation, the company's president Sherwood Egbert enlisted the renown designer, Brooks Stevens, to modernize and redesign the Hawk and Lark. Stevens created the the new Hawk model with flowing lines and squarer shapes and it was newly named the'Gran Turismo' Hawk and proved to be even better than before with this last generation of the Hawk (1962-64) to be the only one to earn the coveted 'Milestone Car Status' recognition of the 'Milestone Car Society' of post war cars (1945-72) who judged their cars in five catagories; styling, engineering, roadability, performance and innovation and craftsmanship. A Milestone car had to be superior to its contemporaries in at least two of these catagories.
The GT Hawk Coupe was an update of the pillar-less Hawk body-style of the mid to late 1950's with a bolder grille and a more formal roof-line. Still built on the old 'Loewry Coupe' bodyshell and 120.5" wheelbase from 1953 minus the 1957-61 now outdated tail-fins, Stevens added a Thunderbird style formal roof with broad C-pillars, removed needless trim from the bodysides and outlined them in bright metal, installed a new three element dash design with enough room for a clock and large tachometer. Powered by a 289/225HP V8 engine, it had a top speed of 120mph and although the updated continuation of Studebaker's sporty four-seater coupe received good press, it unfortunately couldn't save the 'Studebaker Corporation', which had been founded as a wagon producer back in 1852 and sadly folded in 1966.
In summary, this particular example must be amongst one of the rarest available anywhere with a 4 speed manual transmission and in great daily driving and turn-key ready condition to enjoy today! An obviously always garaged and rust free example of this increasingly desirable and collectible 1962 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk 289 V8 coupe! A sure-fire investment that's sure to appreciate over the years for any classic American sixties car collector or simply any Studebaker enthusiast!
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Price: $75,500
Exterior Color: Black, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present Cobra performance at a fraction of the price with this fully restored with no expense spared and rally ready 1967 Sunbeam Custom Tiger replica, replicating the most desirable Mk2 series and boasting a brand new 'Westcoast Engines' 302 stroker / 435HP V8 'Skywalker' engine matched to a 4 speed manual transmission and a very authentically built and striking looking custom with over $100K invested in the build.
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO AUTHENTICATE AS TO WHETHER THE CAR IS AN ORIGINAL TIGER OR NOT DUE TO THE MODIFICATIONS THAT HAVE BEEN MADE TO THE CAR & THEREFORE ARE SELLING THE CAR AS A 'CUSTOM TIGER REPLICA'
Fully Restored with the Carroll Shelby glove box door signature, finished in Jet Black and with matching Black interior and soft top, 4-speed top loader transmission and front disc power brakes and a vented fiberglass hood.
This car has had a comprehensive restoration. The engine compartment, trunk compartment, and everything in-between is in excellent condition. The chrome gleams, the paint sparkles, and the interior looks like new. We have receipts showing the comprehensive mechanical upgrades and work for the car.
Price: $39,500
Exterior Color: Orange, Interior Color: Black
West Coast Classics are proud to present this rare custom built with no expense spared 1971 Triumph Stag ZZ4 350 V8 5 speed manual convertible.
Custom build with $77,000 in receipts
Body and frame modified for the additional horsepower by 'Bones Fab Custom' of Camarillo, California
Chevy 350 CI ZZ4 crate V-8 engine
Edelbrock Pro-Flo Electronic Fuel Injection
Chevrolet T5 5-speed manual transmission with Hurst shifter
Currie 9" rear end 3.25 gears with True Trac Sportsman gear case
Wilwood brakes
Modified frame & body for the extra horsepower
Ford Orange Crush Pearl Paint
Unrestored factory hardtop
No soft top
Black interior
Factory windows with good glass
Mustang II front end
The Triumph Stag is a 2+2 classic British sports tourer built between 1970 and 1978 by the Triumph Motor Company styled by renown Italian designer Giovanni Michelotti. The car was launched nearly two years late, in June 1970, to a warm welcome at the international auto shows. In the UK the Stag was an immediate success for Triumph with a 12-month waiting list rapidly being established and cars changing hands at well above list price.
Unfortunately it rapidly acquired a reputation for mechanical unreliability, usually in the form of head gasket failure due to cylinder head heat distortion, leading to overheating, along with other issues such as the simplex roller link chains. These problems arose from a variety of causes. The engines on the original stock cars were notoriously fundamentally flawed. Its water circulation wasn?t the best design, the water pump was poor and low-grade aluminium alloy was used for the heads, it?s not rocket science, these issues meant having to replace the timing chains every 30,000 miles and constantly making sure the engine and radiator do not silt up.
Therefore this is the only way one should buy a Triumph Stag, customized with modern upgrades as per this particular example, with over $77K invested in the build.
Custom fitted and equipped with GM's 350ci ZZ4 crate engine which is a true street engine, designed to run on 92-octane pump gas with GM claiming the ZZ4 will make a respectable 355 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. The ZZ4 crate engine has gained cult status among vintage auto and muscle car enthusiasts.
It first appeared in 1996, and has become the longest-running ZZ-series engine ever produced, with manufacturing lasting until 2014. Equipped with aluminum cylinder heads, a forged steel crankshaft, hydraulic roller lifters, and "hypereutectic" high-silicon aluminum pistons, the small-block ZZ4 V8 boasts 5.7 liters of displacement (350 cubic-inches) and a base output of 355 horsepower and 418 pound-feet of torque. The ZZ4's power and torque come secondary to the engine's reputation for reliability, durability, and how it responds to tuning and aftermarket upgrades. It could effortlessly handle 100 more horsepower with a stage 5 rebuild, with some managing to squeeze out a dyno-certified 527 horsepower using a bevy of high-performance and bolt-on parts.
Like the LS3 crate engine, the ZZ4 is from American legacy auto giant General Motors built under the Chevrolet brand. Chevy began production of the ZZZ series of crate engines in 1990 with the H.O 350. It came with L98 Corvette aluminum cylinder heads, a four-bolt main, a forged one-piece main seal crankshaft, and a 9.8:1 compression ratio to produce 345 horsepower and 370 pound-feet of torque.
Price: $55,500
Exterior Color: Blue, Interior Color:
West Coast Classics are proud to present an attractively restored example of this 1970 Volkswagen conversion tribute 23 Window Deluxe Samba Microbus 1500cc air cooled 4 cylinder engine matched to a 4 speed manual transmission with skylight windows and cloth sunroof!
The bus is finished in two-tone colors with of Blue with an Ivory White top and a matching interior. It features safari front windows, two sets of pop-out windows on each side, a full center retractable ragtop sunroof, double cargo side doors and seating for nine. The rear wooden roof rack provides for additional storage.
Powered by a 1500cc 4-cylinder engine mated to a 4-speed manual transmission, the complete drivetrain has been rebuilt, including the engine, transmission, and transaxle. The rebuilt engine with a new carburetor was installed and a new distributor, ignition coil, spark plugs and wires. The suspension, steering and braking systems have also been rebuilt with new parts throughout. The electrical system was completely redone, from the wiring harness to the generator, voltage regulator and battery.
This a highly desirable conversion tribute to a collectible Type 24 Bus (Deluxe 9 passenger Microbus). Most Deluxe Microbuses were ordered as Samba models (a $160 option) that included a sliding canvas sunroof flanked by 4 skylight windows on each side of the roof (that's a 23 window bus through model 1963 and a 21 window bus starting in model year 1964). The deluxe Microbus was Volkswagens top-of-the-line transporter.
This iconic Type 24 Bus (Deluxe 9 passenger Microbus) were originally marketed for touring the Alps with small skylight windows embedded into the roof for added viewing capabilities and were manufactured with the highest trim level available which included trim strips along the beltline and a dash clock! Most Deluxe Microbuses were ordered as Samba models (a $160 option) that included a sliding canvas 'Golde' sunroof flanked by the 4 skylight windows on each side of the roof.
The Type 2 was sold in many combinations. As a panel van without windows, a double-door panel with cargo doors on both sides, with a raised roof, with removable rear seats, as a flatbed pickup, crew cab pickup, Westfalia converted camper van (the ones with the pop-up roof and a stove), and the Samba. Also knows as the Sunroof Deluxe, this was the luxury model. It had more windows, designed to improve sightseeing for passengers in the back. It also had a massive fabric sunroof that opened up nearly the entire roof.
When it comes to the Type 2, the number of windows is a huge part of it's attraction and status. Like having a numbers matching big block in a muscle car, more is better. The basic Kombi was an 11-window. The Deluxe got 15 panels. But the Samba ruled the roost. 23 windows with a split windshield and eight skylight panels in the roof. In 1964, the rear door was widened and two rear panes went away with bus reduced to 21 windows. So the rarest and most desirable for collectors bus was, and will always be, the 23-window Samba, built only from 1951 to 1963.
The body is straight and all the door and panel fits are as they should be and the bus is fitted with highly desirable 'original German' Safari front windows. The 1500 single carb 4 cylinder engine was completely rebuilt and is matched to a 4 speed manual transaxle. During the restoration, the complete drivetrain was refurbished, including the engine, gearbox, differential and reduction boxes as well as a new carburetor was installed along with a vacuum advanced electronic ignition distributor, ignition coil, spark plugs and wires. The suspension, steering and braking systems were also refurbished with new parts as well as the 12-volt electrical system. It features eight chrome framed panoramic samba windows, a retractable ragtop canvas sunroof, a split windshield with safari windows, a wider trunk lid and a roof rack and ladder that combines stainless steel and wood.
This bus must be seen and driven to be fully appreciated - the engine is extremely strong and responsive with excellent oil pressure and no oil leaks and which sounds absolutely magnificent, the original factory 4 speed transmission shifts smoothly through all the gears, the van brakes great and the engine temperature always remains cool.
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Price: $19,500
Exterior Color: , Interior Color:
1930 WOODY WAGON (TITLED AS A 1930 WOODY WAGON)
STEEL BODY, FIBERGLASS FENDERS
V6 BUICK ENGINE & AUTOMATIC TRANS
323 REAR GEARS
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