Short Tracks: Car Auctions

POSTED: 15th December 2009

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Why is this car considered to be worth so much? This is the car that achieved what Carroll Shelby desperately wanted after he lost to Ferrari in the F.I.A. World Manufacturers Championship for GT cars in 1964 – it won the next year.


First Gear: Cowie Wins First-Ever National Event

POSTED: 15th December 2009

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Cowie Wins First-Ever National Event But Force Remains Fan Favourite!

This year on my annual journey to the SEMA show, I decided to go early so that I could take in the final day of the NHRA Nationals at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Before I get into the event, though, I have to advise anyone who is into racing, be it NASCAR or NHRA...


Big Burnouts: 1940 Studebaker Commander

POSTED: 15th December 2009

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This Big Burnout comes courtesy of Dave Woycheshen of Coqutilam, B.C. He is in his 1940 Studebaker Commander laying out a big burnout at his friend Tim’s house. The picture was taken the day he got the car for his birthday from his wife. His friend, Tim, sold her the car and dared him to try to get it to burnout. Turns out the back brakes were rusty and he got the old six banger wound up and let...


Reader's Rides: '57 Chevy BelAir Hardtop

POSTED: 15th December 2009

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Reader's Rides: 1957 Chevrolet BelAir Hardtop


PROJECT SHOVELLE PART 1

POSTED: 15th December 2009

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When project Shovelle first rolled into the shop here at HzEmall Customs we were amazed at the condition of this car. The interior was in stunning condition for a 40 year old car. The panels were clean and had almost zero wear and tear. With the exception of a half inch long tear on the back of the front seat both seats look like they have not been sat on much during the last 40 years.


Racing: Something New at 62

POSTED: 15th December 2009

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The move to Kingston, Ontario from Port Coquitlam, B.C. in September 2006, was a big change. But being only two kilometres from our first two granddaughters made it more than worth it. Of course, my son and his wife are expecting our third granddaughter in September, in Surrey...


METAL REPLACEMENT

POSTED: 15th December 2009

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What we are doing at this time is replacing the front inner fenders or aprons on our ’74 Cuda, the same basic technique that can be used for most unibody cars.


Builder's Profile: Khaos Kustoms

POSTED: 15th December 2009

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Like so many children of gearheads or mechanics, Stephen and Lisa Grundke got into the automotive business through their love of cars developed by their father. When an influx of high-end muscle cars starting filling up their dad’s shop, Stephen and his sister Lisa decided...


Shop Tour: Cascade Vans

POSTED: 15th December 2009

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We all put a massive amount of work into the cars we love so much. For the vast majority of us, we know how to get a rusty bolt to break free, how to crimp a wire to make it weatherproof, and how to weld a new patch into a rust spot that ate its way through a body panel.


Short Tracks: Franklin Mint Releases ’71 Cuda

POSTED: 15th December 2009

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In the world of Muscle Cars, nothing commands both market attention and performance appreciation like the Plymouth ‘Cuda. And a ‘Cuda stuffed with a 340 motor is no exception. Franklin Mint Precision Models recently introduced the 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340 in two special Limited Editions! Whether you like hardtops or ragtops – or both – we have the ‘Cuda for you.