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VW Combi Brasil - 1981

VW Combi 1981

Driver

looks from the front

 room to sleep

the engine is still good

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1904 - Mercedes-Simplex 60 hp

Mercedes-Simplex 60 hp from 1904: The picture shows the elegant and luxurious touring limousine formerly owned by Emil Jellinek

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Mercedes-Benz W110 First Series 190c/190Dc ( 1961-1965)

Mercedes-Benz W110
Manufacturer : Mercedes-Benz
Production : 1961–1968
 628,282 built 
Assembly :  Sindelfingen, Germany
Barcelona, Venezuela
Port Melbourne, Australia 
Predecessor : Mercedes-Benz W120
Successor : Mercedes-Benz W115
Class : Executive car
Vehicles: Mercedes-Benz E-Class

1961–1968

Mercedes-Benz W110
First Series 190c/190Dc  ( 1961-1965)

The W110 "Fintail" (German: Heckflosse) was Mercedes-Benz's line of midsize four-cylinder automobiles in the mid-1960s. The line was introduced with the 190c and 190Dc sedan in April, 1961,[2] replacing the W120 180c/180Dc and W121 190b/190Db. The W110 line was refreshed in July, 1965 to become the 200 and Diesel 200D (model year 1966 for North America); at the same time, a six-cylinder 230 (successor to the Mercedes 220) became part of the W110 line. Production lasted just three more years, with the W115 220 and 220D introduced in 1968. This was the first series of Mercedes cars to be extensively crash tested for occupant safety.

First Series: 190c/190D
Production: 1961–1965
       Engine       :  1.9 L M121 I4
                                           1.9 L OM621 Diesel I4

1961-1965
First Series 190c/190Dc

The 190c and 190Dc replaced the W120 180c/180Dc and W121 190b/190Db as Mercedes-Benz's line of less-expensive four-cylinder sedans. The "D" denoted a Diesel engine, a technology pioneered by Mercedes-Benz and championed despite widespread derision in the motoring press. The body was derived from the W111 series but with a 145mm shorter nose and rounded headlights (which gave a similar front-end appearance to the W120/121 pontol models). The rear end was identical to the W111 220b (the 220b was the base model of the W111 series). The interior layout and dimensions were also identical to the W111 220b, but with fewer options such as fixed-back seats and bakelite trim on the dashboard (as opposed to timber in the W111 models). Because the 190c and 190Dc models were basically a W111 220b with a shorter front, they offered the same interior and luggage space as the W111 series but with smaller and more fuel efficient engines. This made them extremely popular with taxi drivers.[3] Production of the 190Dc exceeded that of the petrol engined 190c by nearly 100,000 units.

Models

Chassis code   Years            Model       Engine                            Number built
W110.010        1961–1965    190c          1.9 L M121 I4                  130,554
W110.110        1961–1965    190Dc        1.9 L OM621 Diesel I4      225,645

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_W110

Mercedes-Benz W110 Second Series 200/200D/230

Production  : 1965—1968
    Engine         :  2.0 L M121 I4
                             2.3 L M180 I6
                             2.0 L OM621 

(1965-1968)

Mercedes-Benz W110
Second Series 200/200D/230

The second series of 4-cylinder cars lasted just a few years. Production of the new 200, 200D and 230 models commenced in July, 1965,[5] at the Sindelfingen plant. The 200 and 200D replaced the 190c and 190Dc models respectively. The engine in the 200 had the bore increased from 85 to 87mm giving a 1988 cc displacement and was fitted with twin carburetors (the 190c had a single carburetor). The OM621 diesel engine in the 200D was essentially identical to that of the 190Dc (which was actually a 1988 c.c. unit despite the car being labelled as a '190') but was improved by using a five main bearing crankshaft instead of the original three. Visually, the second series models had the front indicators relocated from the top of the front fenders to below the headlights. At the rear, the tail lights were enlarged and squared off and the chrome trim was revised (including the removal of the chrome trim from the trailing edge of the tailfins). All models now featured air outlets with chrome trim on the C-pillars (identical to the W111 models). Inside, there were very few changes except all models now featured reclining front seats (previously an option on the 190c and 190Dc) and the 230 had a central armrest in the back seat as standard. In the later half of 1967 the interior door handles and dashboard switchgear were upgraded to match that of the W108/114/115 series cars. All three of the W110 second series cars ended production in January 1968 with the introduction of the W115 220 and 220D.

 

Mercedes 200 D 1967

Models

Chassis code   Years                Model            Engine           Number built     Type

W110.010        1965–1968        200 2.0 L        M121 I4          70,207               Sedan

W110.011        1965–1968        230 2.3 L        M180 I6          40,258               Sedan

W110.110        1965–1968        200D 2.0 L     OM621 I4       161,618              Sedan 

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List of Mercedes-Benz vehicles

1886 - 2000/ at Present

List of Mercedes-Benz vehicles

The following is a List of Mercedes-Benz vehicles indexed by year of introduction.

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Working replica of the 1885 Benz Motorwagen in Frankfurt, 2007

Daimler and Benz vehicles

Benz Patent-Motorwagen 1886

Daimler Motor Car 1886

Benz Velo 1894

Mercedes 35 hp 1901

Mercedes Simplex 1902

GP Mercedes 1908

Blitzen Benz 1909

Mercedes Grand Prix Racing Car 1914

Benz 10/30hp 1921

Mercedes-Benz cars

1920s

• K (Kurz-short) 1926
• S 1927
• SSK 1928
• SS 1928
• 10/50hp "Stuttgart" 1929
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1930s

• Mercedes-Benz Mannheim 350/370 (W10) 1929-1934
• 170 Saloon 1931-1932
• 130H 1934
• 150H 1934-6
• W31 1934-1939 (6 wheels) [1]
• 170V 1935-1953

• 770 (Grosser) 1930-1943 in two series:
• W07 1930-1938
• W150 1938-1943

• 500K 1934-1936
• 540K 1936-1943
• 260D 1936-1940
• 320 Saloon 1937
• W125 1937
• 230 1938
• W163 GP 1939

1950s

180 1953-1962

190 1956-1961

W196 GP 1954

220 1954-1959

300SLR 1955 (W196S)

300S mid 1950s

300SL 1954-1963 in two series:

• Gullwing Coupe 1954-1957
• Roadster 1958-1963

190SL 1955-1963

1960s

190c 1962-1965

230 1965-1966

200 1966-1968

200D 1966-1967

Mercedes-Benz W111/220SE 1960-1966

250S, 250SE 300SE 280S 280SE 280SEL (W108/W109) 1965-1972

230 1968-1972

250 1968-1972

1970s

280 1972-1976

280C 1973-1976

300D 1975-1976

G-Class 1979-

SL-Class 1957-

• W113 1963-1971
• R107 1972-1989

1980s

190 1982-1993

300D 1977-1985

300CD 1978-1985

300SD 1981-1985

300SDL 1986-1987

300TD 1978-1985

350SDL 1990-1991

500SE 1984-1991

500SEC 1984-1991

500SEL 1984-1991

560SEL 1986-1991

560SEC 1986-1991

300E 1986-1993

300CE 1986 - 1993

1990s

A-Class 1997-

C-Class 1993-

CLK-Class 1998-

E-Class 1995-

SL-Class 1989-2001

Vaneo 1997-2004

2000s

Mercedes-Benz A-Class

• W168 2000-2004
• W169 2004-

Mercedes-Benz B-Class 2005-

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

• W203 2000-2007
• W204 2007-

Mercedes-Benz CL-Class

• W215 2000-2006
• W216 2007-

Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class 2000-

Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class 2004-

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

• W210 1995-2002
• W211 2003-2009
• W212 2009-

Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2000-

Mercedes-Benz GL-Class

• X164 2007-

Mercedes-Benz M-Class

• W163 1998-2005
• W164 2006-

Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2006-

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

• W220 1999-2005
• W221 2006-

Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class

• R170 1998-2004
• R171 2005-

Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2001-

• R230

Mercedes-Benz SLR-McLaren 2003-2009

• 722 Edition 2006-2009

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG 2010-

Mercedes-Benz trucks

1960s

Mercedes-Benz L-series truck

1970s

Mercedes-Benz NG (Neue Generation)

1980s

Mercedes-Benz SK (Schwere Klasse)

2000s

Mercedes-Benz Atego - light truck from 7 to 16 tonnes

Mercedes-Benz Axor - mid-sized truck from 18 to 26 tonnes in rigid and articulated

Mercedes-Benz Actros - heavy duty rigid and premium articulated — 18 to 250 tonnes

Mercedes-Benz Econic - low floor version of the Axor for refuse and specialist applications

Mercedes-Benz Unimog - for special purpose applications and transport across extreme terrain

Mercedes-Benz Zetros - off-road truck for extreme operations

1828L (F581) Mobile Casualty Treatment Centre

1517L Mobile Casualty Treatment Centre

Mercedes-Benz vans

1950s

Mercedes-Benz L 319 - forward control van with numerous body variants

1960s

Mercedes-Benz TN or T1 - mid-sized van, predecessor to the sprinter

Mercedes-Benz T2 - heavy Van

All other previous models on the German Wikipedia

2000s

Mercedes-Benz Vito - light van based on the Viano MPV with a payload of approx 1 tonne

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter - mid-sized van, based on a joint venture with the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter, with payloads of 2 to 6 tonne. Also produced as a Dodge in USA and Canada with the name Freightliner Sprinter.

Sprinter 414 416CDI - ambulance

Sprinter 316CDI - light ambulance

Mercedes-Benz Vario - heavy van with similar load to a light truck (7.5 tonne)

Concept models

Mercedes-Benz C111 - sports car and test vehicle for different high performance engines (wankel engine and later diesel engines) shown in 1969, 1970 and 1978

Mercedes-Benz Auto 2000 - four-door saloon shown in 1981 Frankfurt Auto Show

Mercedes-Benz NAFA - microcar, 1982

Mercedes-Benz C112 - sports car and development mule developed in 1991

Mercedes-Benz F 100 - car introduced in 1991 North American International Auto Show

Mercedes-Benz Coupe Concept - car introduced in 1993 Geneva Motor Show

Mercedes-Benz Vario Research Car - one car, four vehicles, introduced in 1995 Geneva Motor Show

Mercedes-Benz F 200 Imagination - two-door coupé introduced in 1996 Paris Motor Show, preview of 1999 S-Class (W220)

Mercedes-Benz F 300 Life Jet - three-wheel car/motorcycle unveiled in 1997 Frankfurt Motor Show

Mercedes-Benz Vision SLR - prototype of Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, unveiled in 1999 North American International Auto Show

Mercedes-Benz Vision SLA - convertible with details of the SLR, but based on the A-Class platform, unveiled in 2000 North American International Auto Show

Mercedes-Benz Vision GST - car shown in 2002 North American International Auto Show, preview of R-Class

Mercedes-Benz F 400 Carving - a two-seat roadster unveiled in 2002 Tokyo Motor Show

Mercedes Benz F 500 Mind - four-door fastback saloon unveiled in 2003 Tokyo Motor Show

Mercedes-Benz F 600 HYGENIUS - compact fuel cell car, unveiled in 2005 Tokyo Motor Show

Mercedes-Benz Bionic - car unveiled in 2005 DaimlerChrysler Innovation Symposium in Washington, modeled after boxfish

Mercedes-Benz Ocean Drive - a four-door convertible based on the S600, shown in 2007

Mercedes-Benz F700 - large luxury saloon featuring the small capacity / high output DiesOtto engine, unveiled at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show.

Mercedes-Benz ConceptFASCINATION - shooting-brake giving a preview of the 2010 E-Class (W212), unveiled at 2008 Paris Motor Show

Mercedes-Benz S 400 BlueHYBRID

Mercedes-Benz F-Cell Roadster, 2009

Mercedes-Benz F 800 Style - four-door sedan shown in 2010 Geneva Motor Show

Mercedes-Benz F 125! - experimental luxury vehicle shown in 2011

See also related post to: Mercedes-Benz vehicles

List of Mercedes-Benz 

All Makes Vehicles

Source From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Mercedes-Benz_vehicles

BMW Dixi 3/15 DA-1 & DA-2

1927
BMW Dixi 3/15 DA-1

Manufacturer Fahrzeugfabrik Eisenach
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW)
Also called Dixi 3/15 PS DA-1
Production 1927–1929
Successor BMW 3/15 DA-2
Layout FR layout
Engine 747 cc side valve straight-4, 15 hp (11 kW)
Transmission 3-speed manual
Wheelbase 75 in (1,905 mm)
Kerb weight approx. 400 kg (882 lb)
Related Austin 7

1929
BMW 3/15 DA2

BMW 3/15 DA2 (1929)

AThe 3/15 DA-2 replaced the DA-1 in April 1929. The main change from the DA-1 was the operation of the brakes on all four wheels by the foot pedal, which had operated only the rear brakes on the DA-1. Other changes included larger tyres and a lower final drive ratio. Available body styles included a steel-bodied two-door saloon, a two-seat convertible, and a delivery van.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMW_3/15

Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1960-1984)

Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
(1960-1984)

Like the Jeep Wrangler, the FJ Land Cruiser has its roots in military vehicles. Tough-looking and even tougher over rocks and mud, the gasoline FJ40 and diesel BJ40 Land Cruiser SUVs have conquered the world’s most-difficult trails. Toyota’s modern FJ Cruiser is the reinterpretation of the classic Land Cruiser models of old, even as the latter has grown today into a luxury behemoth of an SUV. Toyota honors the classic Land Cruiser faithful by still offering OEM replacement parts through its dealer network.

http://pricinginsider.carsdirect.com

1976 FJ40 Restoration

1976
FJ40 Restoration & Build Up 

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Fiat 520

FIAT 520

Manufacturer : Fiat
Production      :1927–1930
Predecessor    : Fiat 507
Successor       : Fiat 521
Body style      : 4-door sedan
                          4-door landaulette
                          4-door cabriolet
Layout             : FR layout
Engine             : 2,244 cc straight-6
Transmission  : 4-speed manual
Wheelbase      : 2,900 mm (114.2 in)
Length              : 4,150 mm (163.4 in)
Width               : 1,660 mm (65.4 in)
Curb weight    : 1,250 kg (2,800 lb)

Fiat's upper middle class car in the later 1920s was also designated as the Fiat 520, but was smaller and more modestly powered than its earlier namesake.

During the early decades of the 20th century European automakers, once steering wheels had replaced centrally positioned steering tillers, tended to place the driver and his steering wheel on the right side of the car regardless of any local regulations or conventions concerning which side of the road cars should be driven. By the 1920s, as the number of wheeled vehicles on the roads increased, clearer consensus had become necessary in the more populous parts of Italy about the need for everyone to drive along the right side of the road. The 1927 Fiat 520 was one of the first cars, presumably in recognition of this trend, to place the steering wheel on the left side of the car.

The 520 was replaced by the Fiat 521 in 1928, although the 520 appears to have continued in production until 1929, by when more than 20,000 six-cylinder Fiat 520s had been produced.

EnginesModel Years Engine Displacement Power Fuel system
520 1927–29 straight-6 sidevalve 2244 cc 46 hp single carburetor
520 T 1928–30 straight-6 sidevalve 1866 cc 35 hp single carburetor

From Wikipedia

GMC 1/2 Ton Pickup

1957
GMC 1/2 Ton Pickup
Frame Off Built 1/2 Ton
Pickup 5.7L EFI LS1 V8 4L60E

Description:
Specifications5.7 liter LS1 V8 that was purchased from Street & Performance
Double A-arm front and four link rear suspension that’s complete with tubular control arms and QA1 coil over shocks
16 inch painted steel wheels that are mounted to Hankook wide white wall tires
Air conditioning 4L60E 4-speed automatic transmission
Power rack and pinion steering
Planet Color Tobacco Copper Metallic exterior paint Ford nine inch rear end
Power four wheel disc brake system that’s complete with GM front calipers, Wilwood rear calipers and drilled and slotted rotors
Custom leather interior

Engine : LS1 5.7 Liter V8
Body Style: Pickup Truck
Miles : 1132
Interior Color: Brown & Tan
Exterior Color : Tobacco Copper Metallic
Certified Price:  $99,900

As General Motor’s stalwart and devoutly focused truck brand, GMC has produced years of tough and innovative workhorses that are often completely overlooked by classic car collectors. But, when it comes to rare customs, dedicated fans of the ‘Professional Grade’ division have a rich legacy of creating unique and exceptionally well-done offerings which cause a big stir anytime they roll onto a show field. The owner of this immaculate 1957 half-ton wanted to capitalize on both General Motor’s timeless design and GMC’s innate exclusivity by building a world class show stopper which mixes the best elements of a pro-touring pony car with the all-American class of a vintage pickup. If you’re a diehard GMC fan, an old school truck lover, or just a curious buyer who’s looking for something a bit different, this killer custom is EXACTLY what you’ve been waiting for!

As the beneficiary of a recent high quality frame-off restoration, this sweet GMC Half Ton is a meticulously planned crowd gatherer which wraps classic 50s design around the comfort and reliability of a modern street machine. During its rejuvenation, the truck’s expressive body panels were stripped, massaged into a laser-straight canvas, and bathed in a rich coat of Planet Color Tobacco Copper Metallic basecoat. When that killer black and brown ‘flop’ dried, a protective clearcoat shell was sprayed, sanded and buffed to an impressive wet-look shine. And today, the truck sits as a slick utilitarian showpiece which trades blue collar Main Street overalls for white collar Wall Street fashion!

Introduced as the successor to GM’s venerable ‘Advanced Design’ models, GMC’s stylish ‘Blue Chip’ series wraps excellent proportions in timeless sheetmetal which showcases lead designer Harley Earl’s talent for both form and composition. At the front of the truck a 1957-exclusive stainless grille, which seamlessly swaps its traditional model designation for a fresh “LS1” emblem, hangs between modern, chrome trimmed headlights and traditional, clear parking lights. Below that grille, a conservative chrome bumper bends around the corners of curvaceous front fenders; and above that grille, a Bel Air inspired hood wears a prominent gold “GMC” inset. At the top of the truck a curved and tinted windshield, which is cleared by two bright wipers, rides behind a show-worthy combination of fresh weatherstripping and pristine trim. At the edges of that windshield, professionally polished stainless emphasizes the truck’s swept side glass; and behind that windshield, fresh bed planks anchor mirror-like hardware beneath a full-size spare tire. At the sides of the truck ‘flow through’ body lines, which are perfectly highlighted by bold Tobacco Copper metallic paint, glisten beneath correct chrome door handles and correct chrome mirrors. Below those lines, awesome chrome steps provide both form and function; and behind those lines, sculpted stepside fenders remind us of the time when design trumped utility. At the back of the truck an embossed GMC tailgate, which features metallic gold lettering, extends on stainless, plastic covered chains. At the sides of that tailgate, polished tail lights look good and function great; and at the bottom of that tailgate a conservative chrome bumper hangs over a modern, frame-mounted hitch.

Take a look under this GMC’s stylish, domed hood and you’ll find a fully detailed 5.7 liter LS1 V8 which produces enough rock solid power and stump pulling twist to put that hidden hitch to good use! Straight from the factory, GM’s award winning Generation III small block combines a sturdy aluminum casting with lightweight aluminum heads, coil-near-plug ignition and flat top aluminum pistons to create razor sharp throttle response and a torque band that’s as flat as Kansas. At the front of the engine a modern serpentine system, which is complete with a full set of billet pulleys and polished brackets, spins a chrome alternator and a chrome AC compressor at the sides of a chrome air cleaner that’s equipped with a fresh re-usable filter element. Once air enters that filter, it flows through a factory LS1 throttle body into a chrome Street and Performance Magnum 3 intake which is bolted down over completely stock internals. High octane fossils are provided by a GM electronic fuel injection system. Sparks are sequenced through high performance Taylor plug wires. Spent gases are whisked away by a slick pair of ceramic coated Stainless Headers shorty headers. And cooling comes courtesy of a gloss black radiator that’s complete with chrome corrugated hoses, a polished overflow tank and a large electric puller fan. Aesthetically, this GMC’s glossy Tobacco Copper Metallic engine compartment combines with the small block’s clean silver casting to provide a natural contrast which simply oozes modern appeal. And niceties such as body-matched fuel rail covers, polished fluid reservoirs, high quality braided hoses and small “LS1” emblems add just the right amount of flash to complement the truck’s simple, vintage charm.

Step right under this solid half-ton and you’ll find a clean undercarriage that’s free from run-ins with other cars, shows no signs of Mother Nature’s wrath and, based on looks alone, hasn’t seen a wet road or been anywhere near a puddle of mud since its thorough, frame-off restoration. The hot LS1’s power flows from a rebuilt 4L60E 4-speed automatic transmission to a solid driveshaft which turns a sturdy Ford nine inch rear end. That gloss black axle pushes the truck on a familiar four link suspension via a pair of high quality QA1 coil over shocks. Tracking is provided by a modern double A-arm set-up which features tubular control arms, two more quality QA1 coil over shocks and power rack and pinion steering. And quick stops are a cinch thanks to power four wheel disc brakes which utilize GM front calipers and Wilwood rear calipers to clamp large drilled and slotted rotors. At the center of the floors, an aluminized true dual exhaust system breathes through mandatory catalytic converters and brash Flowmaster dual chamber mufflers. At the corners of the floor, 16 inch painted steel wheels spin mirror-like center caps inside fresh stainless trim rings and 235/70 Hankook DynaPro AS wide whitewall tires. And the detailing on the underside of this truck is simple and purposeful with a new stainless fuel tank, new stainless lines and new stainless hardware accenting a gloss black frame a gloss black suspension and mildly undercoated floors.

Twist this awesome GMC’s classy chrome door handles and you’ll find a spectacular Chocolate and Tan interior that’s one of the many highlights of a first-rate custom build. The leather topped dash, which is accented by a smooth coat of body-matched paint, hangs a full set of Auto Meter Carbon Fiber Ultra-Lite gauges between an engine turned instrument panel, controls for the truck’s heat and air conditioning system and a modern Pioneer CD player that’s Bluetooth equipped, MP3 compatible and satellite capable. In front of the dash, a firm split-back seat wears attractive two-tone leather trim which is mimicked by both the headliner and cab panels to add a bit of luxury to an otherwise utilitarian design. At the sides of the dash, custom leather door panels hang great sounding speakers below small armrests, billet door handles and well-integrated power window switches. Under the dash, like-new carpet props color-matched floor mats next to custom kick panels and traditional rubber foot pedals. And in front of the driver, an aftermarket tilt steering column spins a traditional, painted wheel around a billet shift lever and a modern accessory stalk which activates the LS1’s cruise control.

Included with the sale of this first-rate custom is a stack of restoration receipts.

Whether it’s simple nostalgia or their long list of extremely useful design virtues, one thing is certain: trucks NEVER go out of style. And it’s becoming an increasingly rare occurrence to see one of these 50s show stoppers in our RK Motors Charlotte showroom because they sell almost as fast as we post them! If you’re in the market for something that’s every bit as fun as it is cool, this awesome GMC is exactly what you’ve been looking for. Don’t miss the chance to own this unbeatable combination of performance and style!

Specifications:
Basic
Year
1957
Make
GMC
Secondary Make
n/a
Model Name
1/2 Ton Pickup
Secondary Model
n/a
Vehicle Type
Pickup Or Truck
Hobby Segment
Truck
Mileage
1132
Engine / Transmission
Engine Type
Gasoline
Engine Size
LS1 5.7 Liter V8
Engine Number
n/a
Fuel Specification
n/a
Fuel Delivery System Type
Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission Type
4 Speed Automatic
Transmission Spec
4L60E
Transmission Number
n/a
Misc
Entertainment System Type
AM/FM Single CD
Battery Location
Under passenger side floor board
Battery Shut Off
None
Battery Charger
Charging posts under passenger running board
Interior
Interior Color
Brown & Tan
Seating Type
Bench
Seat Material
Leather
Shifter Type
Column
Center Console
No
Body
Body Style
Pickup Truck
Doors
2
Body Color
Tobacco Copper Metallic
Paint Type
Basecoat/Clearcoat
Stripes
No
Chassis
Front Suspension Type
Double A-arm
Rear Suspension Type
4-Link
Axle Specification
Ford 9"
Front Wheel Specification
16X7
Rear Wheel Specification
16X7
Front Tire Specification
n/a
Rear Tire Specification
n/a
Front Brakes Specification
Power Disc
Rear Brakes Specification
Power Disc
Spare
n/a
Exhaust Type
Dual Exhaust
Muffler Type
FlowMaster
History
Restoration Status
Restored
Mileage Since Restoration
1132
Awards Summary
n/a
Historical Documents Summary
Restoration receipts

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List of BMW vehicles

    BMW CS concept car at the 2007 Australian International Motor Show.

The following is a List of BMW vehicles indexed by year of introduction.

Cars
1920s
3/15 saloon 1927-1931

1930s
3/15 DA-3 Wartburg roadster 1930-1931 (based on the 3/15, BMW's first roadster)
3/20 PS 1932-1934
303 saloon 1933-1934 (first use of the "kidney" grille and straight-6 engine)
309 saloon 1934-1936 (a four-cylinder version of the 303)
315 saloon 1934-1937
315/1 roadster 1934-1937 (roadster based on the 315)
319 saloon 1935-1937 (larger-engined version of the 315)
319/1 roadster 1935-1937 (larger-engined version of the 315/1)
329 convertible 1937 (convertible based on the 319)
326 saloon and cabriolet 1936-1941
327 coupé and cabriolet 1937-1941
320 saloon and cabriolet 1937-1938 (based on the 326 with 329 suspension)
321 saloon and cabriolet 1938-1941
BMW 335 sedan 1939 –1941
328 Roadster 1936-1940

1940s
326 sedan and cabriolet 1945-1946 (limited production following World War 2)
321 saloon and cabriolet 1945-1950 (resumed production after World War 2)
327 coupé and cabriolet 1945-1955 (resumed production after World War 2)
340 sedan 1949-1953 (later cars badged as EMW 340)

1950s
501 saloon 1952–1958
BMW 502 1954–1964 (V8-engined version of 501)
Isetta 250 micro car 1955–1956
Isetta 300 micro car 1956–1962
600 micro car 1957–1959 (4 set car based on Isetta 300)
503 coupe and cabriolet 1956–1959
roadster 1956–1959
700 saloon and coupe 1959–1965

1960s
3200 CS coupe 1962–1965 (based on the 503)
1500 saloon 1962–1966 (first of the "New Class" saloons)
1800 saloon 1963–1971
1600 saloon 1964–1968
1602 saloon 1966–1975 (2 door version of 1600)
2000C/CS coupe 1965–1969
E9 coupe 1968–1975
2000 saloon 1966–1972
BMW 2002 saloon 1968–1976 (2 door version of 2000)
E3 saloon 1968–1977

1970s
E12 mid-sized sedan 1972–1981 (first of the "5 series" mid-size sedans)
E24 mid-sized coupe 1976–1989
E21 compact sedan and convertible 1975–1983 (first of the "3 series" compact sedans)
1502 saloon 1975–1977 (1.5L engine version of 2002)
BMW 1802 1975–1977 (1.8L engine version of 2002)
E23 large sedan 1977–1986 (first of the "7 series" large sedans)
BMW M1 supercar 1978–1981 (chassis code E26)

1980s
E28 5 series compact mid-sized sedan 1981–1988
E30 3 series sedan, convertible and estate 1982–1994
Z1 roadster 1989-1991
E32 7 series large sedan 1986–1994
E34 5 series mid-sized sedan 1988–1996
E31 8 series 2+2 coupe 1989–1999

1990s
E36 3 series sedan, coupe, convertible and touring 1990–2000
E36 Compact hatchback 1993–2000 (first generation Compact)
Z3 coupe and roadster 1996–2002
M coupe 1998-2002 (first generation M Coupe)
E39 5 series mid-sized sedan 1995–2003
E53 X5 mid-sized SUV 1999-2006 (BMW's first SUV)
E38 7 series large sedan 1995–2001
E46 3 series sedan, coupe, convertible and touring 1998–2006
E52 Z8 roadster 1999-2003

2000s
E46 Compact hatchback 2000-2004 (second generation Compact)
E65/66/67/68 large sedan 2002–2008
E85/E86 Z4 roadster/coupe 2002–2008 (first generation Z4)
E83 X3 crossover SUV 2003-2010
E60 5 series mid-sized sedan 2003–2010
E63/E64 mid-sized coupe/convertible 2003-2011
E61 estate 2004-2011
E70 X5 mid-sized SUV 2006-present (second generation X5)
E71 X6 mid-sized crossover 2008-present (2 door version of X5)
E81/E87 1 series hatchback 2004-2011 (first generation 1 Series)
E82/E88 1 series small coupe/convertible 2007-2011
X1 compact crossover SUV 2009-present
X3 crossover 2004–present
E90/E91/E92/E93 3 series sedan/touring/coupe/convertible 2005-2011
F01/F02/F03/F04 7 series large sedan 2008-
E89 roadster 2009–present (second generation Z4)
F10 5 series mid-sized sedan 2009–present
F11 5 series mid-sized estate 2009-present
F07 5 series GT 4 door coupe 2009-present

2010s
F12/F13 mid sized coupe/convertible 2011-present
F25 X3 crossover SUV 2011–present
F20 1 series hatchback 2011–present
F30 3 series compact sedan 2012–present

Prototypes

BMW CS Concept
1972 Turbo[1]
1990 M8: A high-performance version of the 8 Series coupe designed to compete with the likes of Ferrari.
1991 E1 Electric car.[2]
1993 Z13[3]
1995 Just 4/2 A two-seater open sports car with a BMW K series motorbike engine positioned behind the driver and passenger.[4][5]
1995 Z18[4]
1999 Z9 Designed by Adrian van Hooydonk that marked a departure from BMW's traditional conservative style, causing some controversy among BMW enthusiasts.[citation needed] This later on became the 6-series.
750hL At Expo 2000. A 7 Series sedan powered by a hydrogen fuel cell engine. As of March 2007, there are as many as 100 750hL vehicles worldwide for testing and publicity purposes.[citation needed]
2000 Z7[6]
2001 X-Coupe
2007 CS Concept
2008 Concept 1 series tii: A high-performance tuned version of the 1 Series. "tii" references the 2002tii model.
2008 GINA Based on the structure of a Z8 with a light fabric skin and hydro-electric technology to allow the shape to change.[7]
2008 Concept X1: BMW's first compact Sports Activity Vehicle.
2008 Concept 5 Series Gran Turismo First of the BMW Progressive Activity Series.
2009 Vision Efficient Dynamics Presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
2009 C1-E An electric version of the C1 scooter.
2010 Gran Coupe First sketches of the new 6 series with 4 doors.

M models
Main article: BMW M#Lineup

Production series codes
BMW 501 - (1952–1958) Sechszylinder Limousine
BMW 502 - (1954–1964) Achtzylinder Limousine
BMW 503 - (1956–1959) Achtzylinder Coupé und Cabrio 1956-59
BMW 507 - (1955–1959) Achtzylinder Roadster
BMW 3200 CS- (1956–1959) Achtzylinder Coupé und 1 Cabrio 1961-65
BMW Typ100 - (1955–1962) BMW Isetta
BMW Typ106 - (1957–1959) BMW 600
BMW Typ107 - (1959–1965) BMW 700
BMW Typ110 - (1961–1964) BMW 700 Cabriolet
BMW Typ114 - (1966–1976) BMW 1600-2, 1602-2002TI, 1502
BMW Typ115 - (1963–1964) BMW 1500
BMW Typ116 - (1964–1966) BMW 1600
BMW Typ118 - (1963–1971) BMW 1800-1800TI/SA
BMW Typ120 - (1966–1970) New Class Coupé 2000C/CS
BMW Typ121 - (1966–1972) BMW 2000-2000tii
BMW E3 — (1968–1977) 2.5, 2.8, 3.0, 3.3 "New Six" sedans
BMW E9 — (1969–1975) 2800CS, 3.0CS, 3.0CSL "New Six" Coupés
BMW E12 — (1974–1981) 5 Series
BMW E21 — (1976–1983) 3 Series
BMW E23 — (1977–1986) 7 Series
BMW E24 — (1976–1989) 6 Series
BMW E26 — (1978–1981) M1
BMW E28 — (1981–1987) 5 Series
BMW E30 — (1984–1991) 3 Series (1982-1983 E30 sold in Europe)
BMW E31 — (1989–1997) 8 Series
BMW E32 — (1986–1994) 7 Series
BMW E34 — (1988–1995) 5 Series
BMW E36 — (1992–1999) 3 Series
BMW E36/5 — (1995–1998) 3 Series Compact (US market known as "318ti")
BMW E36/7 — (1996–2002) Z3 Series Roadster
BMW E36/8 — (1998–2002) Z3 Series Coupé
BMW E38 — (1994–2001) 7 Series
BMW E38/2 — (1994–2001) 7 Series long wheelbase
BMW E38/3 — (1998–2001) 7 Series Protection
BMW E39 — (1995–2003) 5 Series
BMW E46/5 — (2000–2004) 3 Series Compact
BMW E46/4 — (1998–2005) 3 Series Sedan
BMW E46/3 — (1999–2005) 3 Series Touring/Sports Wagon
BMW E46/2 — (1999–2006) 3 Series Coupé
BMW E46/C — (1999–2006) 3 Series Convertible
BMW E52 — (2000–2003) Z8
BMW E53 — (2000–2006) X5
BMW E60 — (2004–present) 5 Series
BMW E61 — (2004–2007) 5 Series Touring/Sports Wagon
BMW E62 — (2004–2007) 5 Series Protection
BMW E63 — (2004–present) 6 Series Coupé
BMW E64 — (2004–present) 6 Series convertible
BMW E65 — (2001–2007) 7 Series short wheelbase
BMW E66 — (2001–2007) 7 Series long wheelbase
BMW E67 — (2001–2007) 7 Series Protection
BMW E68 — (2005–2007) Hydrogen 7
BMW E70 — (2007–present) X5
BMW E71 — (2008) X6
BMW E72 — (2009) X6 Hybrid
BMW E81 — (2007–present) 1 Series (3-door)
BMW E82 — (2007–present) 1 Series Coupé
BMW E83 — (2004–present) X3
BMW E84 — (2009–present) X1
BMW E85 — (2003–present) Z4
BMW E86 — (2006–present) Z4 Coupé
BMW E87 — (2004–present) 1 Series (5-door)
BMW E88 — (2008) 1 Series Convertible
BMW E89 — (2009) Z4
BMW E90 — (2005–present) 3 Series
BMW E91 — (2005–present) 3 Series Touring/Sports Wagon
BMW E92 — (2006–present) 3 Series Coupé
BMW E93 — (2007–present) 3 Series Convertible
BMW F01 — (2008) 7 Series
BMW F02 — (2009) 7 Series long wheelbase
BMW F03 — (2008) 7 Series Protection
BMW F04 — (2011) 7 Series ActiveHybrid
BMW F07 — (2009) 5 GranTurismo
BMW F10 — (2010) 5 Series
BMW F11 — (2011) 5 Series Touring/Sports Wagon
BMW F12 - (2011) 6 Series
BMW F13 - (2011) 6 Series Convertible
BMW F20 - (2011) 1 Series
BMW F25 - (2012) X3
BMW F30 - (2012) 3 Series

Model nomenclature
Since 1972, BMW model names have generally been a 3 digit number is followed by 1 or 2 letters
the first digit represents the chassis type (e.g. 3 series, 5 series)
the last two digits represent the engine displacement in litres times 10.[8]
the letters provide additional information on the model variant (see below).

Commonly used letters at the end of the model name are:
C = coupé, last used on the BMW E46 and the BMW E63 (dropped after 2005 model year)
c = cabriolet
d = diesel
e = eta, an engine tuned for fuel efficiency rather than power (from the Greek letter 'η')
h = hydrogen
i = injected (fuel injection)
L = long wheelbase
s = sport, this can represent either upgraded interior/cosmetic options or increased engine power depending on the model. For the E36 range, all models with "s" in the name were coupes/convertibles)
sDrive = rear wheel drive
T = touring (wagon/estate)
ti = hatchback for the BMW 3 Series hatchback
td = "Turbo Diesel" ( 524td, 525td/s, 324td, 325td/s, 318tds), or hatchback diesel ( E46 Compact 318td, 320td; E36 Compact 318tds)
x / xDrive = BMW xDrive all wheel drive

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History, Collecting, Investment, Rarity and Condition Categories

History
The vintage era in the automotive world was a time of transition. The car started off in 1919 as still something of a rarity, and ended up, in 1930, well on the way towards ubiquity. In fact, automobile production at the end of this period was not matched again until the 1950s. In the intervening years, most industrialized states built nationwide road systems with the result that, towards the end of the period, the ability to negotiate unpaved roads was no longer a prime consideration of automotive design.

Cars became much more practical, convenient and comfortable during this period. Car heating was introduced, as was the in-car radio. Four-wheel braking from a common foot pedal was introduced, as was the use of hydraulically actuated brakes.[1] Power steering was also an innovation of this era. Towards the end of the vintage era, the system of octane rating of fuel was introduced, allowing comparison between fuels. In 1923 the gasoline additive Ethyl made its debut at the Indy 500 that resulted in a boost in octane from the 50's to the 80's[2] In the United States drive-in restaurants were introduced as well as suburban shopping centers and motels.

Alfred P. Sloan and Harley Earl of General Motors, and Walter P. Chrysler capitalized on advertising the automobile’s role in the life of the consumer for more than just the utilitarian value compared with the horse. The stock market crash of 1929 started the layoff of automotive workers and many new companies went bankrupt but over two million cars were still produced in 1929 and 1930.[3] Horatio Earle, known as the "Father of good roads" had proposed the government create an Interstate highway system in 1902 and in 1909 built the World's first mile of concrete road on Woodward Avenue in Detroit.

Collecting

For the average person car collecting is a hobby. A person usually has a fascination with a certain vehicle or a history with one so seeks a certain make or model. Finding an antique car at an affordable price is not hard but can be relatively expensive depending on the condition or the desired end result. The less work required on a vehicle equates to a higher price. The more work required means a cheaper initial cost, but more in the long run, and a person's level of restoration experience plays an important part.[8]

Investment
Comedian and avid car collector Jay Leno stated, "Any car can be a collector car, if you collect it."[9] Antique car collecting as an investment can be rewarding but most serious investment collectors seek rare or exotic cars and original unmodified cars hold a more stable price. Collecting as an investment requires expertise beyond enthusiast collecting and the standard of quality is far higher as well as a need for investment protection such as storage and maintenance. A short-term investment collector must be able to find a vehicle that has market value that is expected to rise in the foreseeable near future. A long-term investment collector would be less interested in any short-term value seeking to capitalize on an expected value rise over a period of years and a vehicle must have certain intrinsic values that are common to other investors or collectors of both short and long term.

Rarity
Antique vehicles have a higher value according to the rarity that usually (but not always) resulted in some reason for a lack of numbers at production. Certain year and model cars became popular to turn into hot rods thus destroying the original condition. Other models were produced in such quantities that the price is still not inflated. Market trend is an important part in the price of a vintage car. An "almost" original and in perfect shape model A that was abundantly produced can be purchased for $20,000.00.[10] A collector as an investor would have to know the potential market and have a belief that the future market will bring a return on an investment. Many collectors also tend to have a direction or like for certain vehicles that reflects their expertise.

Condition categories
To collectors and investors, a vehicle's condition rating[11] is important, and there are two systems, the category and the points system. The category system has six categories used to rate the condition of a vehicle. The points system assigns points from 40 to 100 that corresponds with the category system and below 40 there are three for other conditions. Both systems are listed together for ease of comparison:
Category I, Perfect; 90 to 100 points. A vehicle is considered as good or better than the day produced.
Category II, Excellent; 80 to 89 points. A vehicle in excellent original or superior restored, near-flawless condition.
Category III, Fine; 70 to 79 points. A vehicle with an older restoration or an original car with minimal wear. These are considered "show quality".
Category IV, Very good; 60 to 69 points. A vehicle that is in complete original condition, or possibly an older restoration, that is usually a well-cared-for daily driver.
Category V, Good; 50 to 59 points. A vehicle that shows wear, needs attention or work, and needs only minor restoration, with no major flaws. Points from 40 to 59 fall into this category.
category V, Driver; 40 to 49 points.

Other categories
Restorable; 30 to 39 points . This vehicle would be in need of restoration of the motor, body, interior and/or chassis. A car in this class should be more or less complete, needing some parts but requiring a tremendous amount of work to get to show quality.
PARTIAL; 20 to 29 points. This vehicle would require extensive restoration with a significant amount of parts and labor—a very time-consuming and costly prospect.
PARTS CAR; 10 to 19 points. This would generally be an inoperative vehicle in poor condition, kept as a source or 'donor' of spare parts. With the exception of very rare vehicles, complete restoration of this category is usually not feasible.

source: wikipedia.org

Mercury Monterey

1950
Mercury Monterey
Award Winning Chopped Monterey
Custom 350 V8 Dual Quad

Description:

Engine : 350 V8
Body Style: Hardtop
Miles : 12053
Interior Color: Tan
Exterior Color : Burgundy
Certified Price:  $79,900

Known as ‘The Million Dollar Mercury’ this drop dead gorgeous 1950 Monterey ‘lead sled’ is one of the finest customs in the country.

The build began with a clean ’50 Monterey coupe body which was nosed, decked, shaved, chopped, frenched, customized, and covered in a spectacular Cherry Wine Metallic paint job. Under the hood, a dual quad 350 cubic inch GM crate motor, which rumbles through a deep glasspack exhaust system, was bolted into a fully detailed, completely custom stainless engine bay. At the bottom of the car, a Turbo-Hydramatic 350 was hooked up to a GM 10 bolt rear end which drives an air adjustable Camaro suspension. And inside the car, a custom leather interior was completed in a timeless mixture of classic design and modern amenities.

During its time on the show circuit, this impressive Merc has garnered top honors at over 100 events around the country and received the ISCA Award of Excellence, the K&N Performance Pick at GoodGuys, and the Grand National Award at the Adirondack Nationals.

Specifications:
Basic
Year
1950
Make
Mercury
Secondary Make
n/a
Model Name
Monterey
Secondary Model
n/a
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Hobby Segment
Street Rod
Mileage
12053
Engine / Transmission
Engine Type
Gasoline
Engine Size
350 V8
Engine Number
n/a
Fuel Specification
n/a
Fuel Delivery System Type
Dual 4 Barrel
Transmission Type
3 Speed Automatic
Transmission Spec
Turbohydramatic 350
Transmission Number
n/a
Misc
Entertainment System Type
AM/FM CD Changer
Battery Location
Trunk
Battery Shut Off
Right side of trunk
Battery Charger
None
Interior
Interior Color
Tan
Seating Type
Bucket
Seat Material
Vinyl
Shifter Type
Column
Center Console
Yes
Body
Body Style
Hardtop
Doors
2
Body Color
n/a
Paint Type
n/a
Stripes
No
Chassis
Front Suspension Type
Double A-arm
Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring
Axle Specification
10 Bolt
Front Wheel Specification
15X7.5
Rear Wheel Specification
15X6.5
Front Tire Specification
215/70R15
Rear Tire Specification
215/70R15
Front Brakes Specification
Power Disc
Rear Brakes Specification
Power Drum
Spare
215/70R15
Exhaust Type
Dual Exhaust
Muffler Type
Glasspack Style
History
Restoration Status
Restored
Mileage Since Restoration
n/a
Awards Summary
None
Historical Documents Summary
ISCA Award of Excellence; K & N Performance Pick at GoodGuys; Grand National Award at Lake George.
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Nissan 300ZX

1991
Nissan 300ZX
1 of 1 Nissan 300ZX Hardtop Convertible 3.0L V6

Description:
Engine : 3.0 V6
Body Style: Spyder
Miles : 7505
Interior Color: White
Exterior Color : Green
Certified Price: 49,900

Have you ever seen a concept car at the auto show and wondered if you’d ever be able to buy one? This one-of-a-kind 1991 Nissan 300ZX hardtop convertible was custom built for the 1992 Geneva Auto Show by ASC as a possible production-ready version of a 300ZX convertible. Of course, you know that Nissan never built a hardtop convertible, instead preferring to go with a traditional folding cloth top, but the story doesn’t end there. Read on to find out more.

Nissan redesigned its rear-drive sports car for introduction in spring 1989, adding a turbocharged model that fall. Two curvaceous body styles were offered: a 2-passenger coupe, and a 2+2 coupe with a small back seat. A 222-horsepower, 3.0-liter V-6 was standard in all models except the 300ZX Turbo, which came only in 2-seater form. Equipped with twin turbochargers and twin intercoolers (one set for each cylinder bank), the four-cam, 24-valve 3.0-liter engine developed 300 horsepower with the 5-speed manual, or 280 horsepower when fitted with a 4-speed automatic transmission. The automatic also was available with the 222 horsepower engine. The Turbo cars had intercooler inlets in the front air dam, a rear spoiler, Z-rated tires, and super HICAS (High Capacity Actively Controlled Steering) 4-wheel steering. That meant the rear wheels first turned slightly in the opposite direction from the front wheels, then in the same direction, to improve stability in fast lane-changes. Antilock braking was standard. Door-mounted front seatbelts could be left buckled, to deploy automatically. A T-top roof was standard on the Turbo model. Other 2-passenger coupes could have a fixed roof or the removable roof panels.

The American Sunroof Corporation, or ASC, has been building convertibles for OEM applications for years, and when the new 300ZX came out, they knew it would only be a matter of time before Nissan would want to market a drop-top version. Introduced at the Geneva Auto Show on March 3, 1992, this Nissan 300ZX convertible with a retractable hardtop was built to highlight the ASC articulating hardtop technology in a fully functional sports vehicle. The challenge in building this vehicle came in retaining the full-width rear seat, which they managed to do, giving this car room for 4. The car features an all-metal folding hardtop that retracts and folds into the rear storage area with the touch of a single button.

The key words with this important car are “all-steel” and “OEM”. ASC built this car as a proposal to Nissan for a convertible 300ZX, and as such, it is built to original equipment manufacturer (OEM) standards. This is not a one-off custom by some chop shop; this is a 100% production-ready prototype built by the company that builds convertibles for some of the world’s largest automakers. Because of this, every single part has been designed and built with OEM tolerances and finishes, with reliability and functionality on par with anything you would buy at a new car dealer. There are no cobbled-together bits from other convertibles on this Z; this is a fully-engineered hardtop convertible (the first since the Ford Retractable in 1959!) with full weather seals, finished upholstery, and no compromises. The rear window defroster works, the rear quarter windows are power actuated, and the rear seats are completely usable.

It’s also important to note that this car is all steel. No fiberglass was used in the construction. On a project like this, fiberglass would be the obvious choice for its ease of fabrication and the ability to make complex shapes. However, as an OEM supplier, ASC knew they needed to design and build a system that would not only look great, but that would meet OEM standards for fit, finish and production feasibility. That meant steel. As a result, this car is incredibly solid and the workmanship is first-rate. Kudos to the craftsmen at ASC for making it not only functional, but attractive too. Given all the research and development that went into designing this car, not to mention the labor to actually build it, the cost on the project was more than three-quarters of a million dollars! Yes, you read that correctly – this car cost nearly $800,000 to build in 1992. And now you can own it.

The car itself is a stock 4-seater 1991 300ZX with a naturally aspirated 3.0 liter V6 making 222 horsepower and tied to a 5-speed manual transmission. It maintains all the original car’s features and amenities including power windows, power locks, power seats, 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS, A/C and a powerful AM/FM/CD stereo system with a touch screen interface. It rolls on a set of one-off 17-inch polished aluminum wheels with brand-new 245/40/17 ultra-high-performance tires.

For the show, the car was painted in a custom color called Mayorka Green Pearl, which is sophisticated and very light-dependent. Under some conditions, it looks almost blue, but in bright sunlight, it’s a lovely turquoise. The 100% custom interior is ivory-colored leather with black accents. All the car’s original safety features have been retained, and the seats are incredibly comfortable. It loses none of its daily-driver functionality with the conversion to a convertible, and everything works perfectly. With just 7505 miles on the odometer, the car is in excellent condition throughout and has been used only sparingly as a show car by an ASC employee. Documentation includes the original ASC press kit for the 1992 Geneva Auto Show, slides, and other documentation relating to the program. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a genuine prototype show car.

So whatever happened to the ASC retractable hardtop program? I know I promised you the rest of the story, and it doesn’t end with this car. Although Nissan passed on this project and ultimately went on to produce a cloth-topped 2-seat 300ZX convertible, the idea of a retractable hardtop was immensely appealing to another high-tech Japanese automaker who was bringing an equally potent performance car to the market. That company is Mitsubishi, and the car became the 3000GT Spyder. So the investment and prototype work that went into making this 300ZX an OEM-grade convertible was not for nothing, as Mitsubishi put the ASC system into production in 1995.

If you’re a Nissan fan, this is a unique opportunity to own a very important piece of history. The day is fast approaching when the Nissan Z-cars will take their rightful place in history alongside some important performance machinery, and the cars built in the early 90s rightfully deserve a spot on that list. They ushered in an era of high-performance, technology-laden, rear-wheel-drive Japanese sports coupes that delivered absolutely astounding performance. This car plays an important role in the development of two separate vehicles, is in outstanding condition and is documented. In terms of investments, this is as blue-chip as it gets, and you’ll enjoy your investment every time you push that single button and watch all that steel smoothly vanish beneath the deck lid. This car won’t last.

Specifications:
Basic
Year
1991
Make
Nissan
Secondary Make
n/a
Model Name
300ZX
Secondary Model
n/a
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Hobby Segment
Sports Car
Mileage
7505
Engine / Transmission
Engine Type
Gasoline
Engine Size
3.0 V6
Engine Number
n/a
Fuel Specification
n/a
Fuel Delivery System Type
Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission Type
5 Speed Manual
Transmission Spec
n/a
Transmission Number
n/a
Misc
Entertainment System Type
n/a
Battery Location
n/a
Battery Shut Off
n/a
Battery Charger
n/a
Interior
Interior Color
White
Seating Type
Bucket
Seat Material
Leather
Shifter Type
Floor
Center Console
Yes

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