Launched in September 1968, the Jaguar XJ6 was the final model that Sir William Lyons had a, hands-on, input into the design. This new model was the result of several years of development and streamlined the extensive portfolio of models offered by Jaguar at the time. This new, reasonably priced car, managed to retain the principles of earlier Jagu..
Introduced in 1972, the Lincoln Continental Mk. IV was a personal luxury coupé and Ford’s answer to the Cadillac Eldorado. Styled both inside and out by Wes Dahlberg, the newcomer was longer, lower and lighter than its predecessor. The interior featured a ‘Twin Comfort Lounge’ bench front seat with six-way power adjustment, air conditioning, Cartie..
With the demise of the DB6 Mk. II Volante in 1970, Aston Martin were not able to offer a convertible motorcar until 1977 with the introduction of the V8 Volante. This presented a niche in the market; there are always wealthy customers with a desire for something unique and unusual. Paul Banham and his company, Banham Conversions (Banmoco) became we..
The first-generation Range Rover was produced between 1970 and 1996. The original car was not designed as a luxury 4x4; whilst certainly up-market compared to preceding Land Rover models, the early Range Rovers had fairly basic, utilitarian interiors with vinyl seats and plastic dashboards that were designed to be washed down with a hose. Convenien..
The Triumph TR6 was produced between 1969 and 1976 and, by the time production ended in July 1976, it was the best-seller of the TR range. In total 94,619 TR6s were manufactured of which 86,249 were sold overseas and only 8,370 were sold in the UK. The bodywork closely resembled that of the previous model, the TR5, but the front and rear were squar..
The E-Type Series III was introduced in 1971, with a new 5.3 litre, V12 engine, uprated brakes, and power steering as standard. Optionally, an automatic transmission, wire wheels and air conditioning were available. The brand new V12 engine produced 272bhp, had increased torque, and a 0-60mph time of less than seven seconds, which was phenomenal fo..
The Ferrari 360 was manufactured from 1999 to 2005 and succeeded the F355. It is a mid-engine, rear-wheel drive, V8 powered coupé and Ferrari partnered with Alcoa to produce an entirely new, all aluminium space-frame chassis that was 40% stiffer than the F355. Along with a lightweight frame, the new Pininfarina body styling deviated from traditions..
To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys' Monterey event, 17 - 19 August 2023. Sold | $274,400 USD Offered from The Iannelli Family CollectionRecently subject of a full, engine-out service costing over $10,000Preservation-quality example showing just 1,640 mi. at time of cataloguingCloaked in qui..
To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys' St. Moritz event, 15 September 2023. Sold | CHF104,650 Offered from The Iseli CollectionA wonderful continental tourer with seating for 14 passengersAccompanied by a matching trailer An attractive bus with a two-tone green paint schemeRestored be..
“Like the running board and rumble seat, the convertible is an item which history has passed by.”
So wrote Cadillac General Manager and General Motors VP Edward Kinnard in a press release issued April 21st, 1976. Earlier that year, GM’s flagship marque announced the 1976 model year marked the end of production for the magnificent Cadillac Eldora..