Hemmings Daily: What was perhaps the longest family road trip in a 2CV might very well have saved their lives

Stories abound of overlanders who put their lives at risk venturing off into vast deserts in their 2CVs in search of adventure enough to fill volumes upon their return home. One French expat, however, drove his Tin Snail thousands of kilometers to the other side of the world not out of some death-defying stunt but as a means of saving his family from civil war. Just a few years after the introduction of the 2CV, Frenchmen looking to travel the world found that its light weight, its thriftiness on fuel, its ease o [View in Browser | Subscribe]( [Hemmings Daily] Friday, September 13, 2019 [What was perhaps the longest family road trip in a 2CV might very well have saved their lives]( [What was perhaps the longest family road trip in a 2CV might very well have saved their lives]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - Stories abound of overlanders who put their lives at risk venturing off into vast deserts in their 2CVs in search of adventure enough to fill volumes upon their return home. One French expat, however, drove his Tin Snail thousands of kilometers to the other side of the world not out of some death-defying stunt but as a means of saving his family from civil war. Just a few years after the introduction of the 2CV, Frenchmen looking to travel the world found that its light weight, its thriftiness on fuel, its ease o... [Read More]( [Sponsor]( [Hemmings Find of the Day: 1949 International KB-5]( [Hemmings Find of the Day: 1949 International KB-5]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - Older restoration 1949 International KB-5 for sale on Hemmings.com. From the seller's description: The 49er was originally a delivery truck for Lawrence Lum Wanderer's fuel, oil and coal business in Hamilton, Montana. The truck was used for delivering coal in Hamilton and around the Bitterroot Valley. Fred T. Parker purchased the truck in the late 1970's from the Wanderer family after Lum's passing. Parker dismantled it down to the frame for a full restoration with the intent of making it into a car hauler...[Read More]( [Detroit investigated turbine technology for cars well beyond the Sixties]( [Detroit investigated turbine technology for cars well beyond the Sixties]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - In January 1966, Chrysler collected the 55 Ghia-bodied turbine-powered cars it had lent out to the general public over the prior couple years; sometime after mid-April of that year, it then destroyed all but nine of the cars. To even casual auto enthusiasts, that seemed to mark the end of Detroit's fling with turbine engines and thus the final validation of the internal combustion engine. But, as it turns out, Detroit continued to look into the turbine as an internal combustion alternative for decades after, leading...[Read More]( [Sponsor]( [Are spoked wheels played out? One Hemmings editor considers]( [Are spoked wheels played out? One Hemmings editor considers]( Posted by Jeff Koch - My daily-beater van has a factory-equipped set of 17x7 aluminum wheels. They're a twin-five-spoke variety, with polished face and grey-painted inner, to really make those spokes pop. I'd say they're ugly as sin, but I've sinned plenty in my near 50 years, and these wheels are far worse. They're a weird size with a weird bolt circle, and so it's going to take some research to find something that a) I like, b) won't add 50 pounds of unsprung weight, and c) I can afford. As I look through catalog...[Read More]( [Dallas, 1990]( [Dallas, 1990]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - Date: June 1990 Location: Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas Source: TexasFreeway.com What do you see here?...[Read More]( [Daily Briefing: New attractions at Bloomington Gold; Etta Glidden to be honored at Drag Racing HOF ceremony]( [Daily Briefing: New attractions at Bloomington Gold; Etta Glidden to be honored at Drag Racing HOF ceremony]( Posted by Tom Comerro - Courtesy of Bloomington Gold Bloomington Gold Charlotte is approaching next month and the two-day show is a must for Corvette enthusiasts. In addition to the over 500 Corvettes on display and the Bloomington Gold Certification, there will be a special collection of Corvettes inspired by Jim Perkins, the "savior of the Corvette" who died in December of 2018. The show will also allow for tours of the private Hendrick Heritage Center as well as, new for this year, the Hendrick Race Team buildings. The event is sc...[Read More]( [Sponsor]( [This Day in Automotive History] THIS DAY IN AUTOMOTIVE HISTORY 9/13/1945: First post-war Pontiac built UPCOMING EVENTS [The Cascade Car Show]( September 20, 2019 - Redmond, OR [Northeast Street Rod Nationals]( September 20, 2019 - Burlington, VT [Wheels and Grills BBQ and Steak Cook-Off]( September 20, 2019 - Nocona, TX [Route 66 Cruisin' Reunion]( September 20, 2019 - Ontario, CA [Delta River Crusin']( September 20, 2019 - Robinsonville, MS [Cruise Night at TK's Ice Cream]( September 20, 2019 - Cream Ridge, NJ [See All Events]( [Sponsor]( FEATURED AUCTIONS [1969 Oldsmobile 442]( [1969 Oldsmobile 442]( [1966 Ford Mustang]( [1966 Ford Mustang]( [1965 Pontiac GTO]( [1965 Pontiac GTO]( [1971 Ford Maverick]( [1971 Ford Maverick]( [1912 Harley-Davidson A]( [1912 Harley-Davidson A]( [1990 Jeep Grand Wagoneer]( [1990 Jeep Grand Wagoneer]( [1957 Pontiac Bonneville]( [1957 Pontiac Bonneville]( [1950 Buick Special]( [1950 Buick Special]( [1974 BMW 2002Tii]( [1974 BMW 2002Tii]( PROMOTED LISTING [1958 Edsel]( [1958 Edsel]( [Auction]( PROMOTED LISTING [1987 Mitsubishi]( [1987 Mitsubishi]( [$16,850]( PROMOTED LISTING [1970 Ford Mustang]( [1970 Ford Mustang]( [$41,500]( [1970 Ford Torino]( [1970 Ford Torino]( [$3,500]( [View All Classifieds]( FEATURED IN THE BLOG [Hands off the grab bar, Charlie]( [Hands off the grab bar, Charlie]( [One Perfect Day: The Spring Carlisle Swap]( [One Perfect Day: The Spring Carlisle Swap]( [See All Featured Blog Posts]( FOLLOW US: [Hemmings Instagram]( [Follow us on Twitter]( [Join us on Facebook]( [View our Flickr pool]( [View Newsletter Archives]( WEEK IN REVIEW Thursday, September 12, 2019 [What it's like to drive the only Tucker with a Tuckermatic transmission]( [What it's like to drive the only Tucker with a Tuckermatic transmission]( Posted by Mike Austin - The Tucker 48 is rare. Preston Tucker's struggles with funding his start-up auto company, including a fight with the SEC he eventually won, resulted in a mere 50 cars produced plus the original "Tin Goose" prototype. Only 47 remain, along with two cars assembled after the fact from parts. Tuckers are rare, but the rarest of all is #1026, the only surviving car with the Tuckermatic automatic transmission. And that means Mark Lieberman has the distinction to be the only living person to drive the Tuckermatic transm...[Read More]( [Hemmings Find of the Day: 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit GTI]( [Hemmings Find of the Day: 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit GTI]( Posted by Kurt Ernst - MKI 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit GTI for sale on Hemmings.com. From the seller's description: 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit GTI ~ it's the father of the Hot hatch!! - Ultra rare CA original VW Golf GTI MKI. All original paint and interior. Original window sticker, owner and service manuals Rare as hens tooth. Original German owner for about 33 years! Purchased from Bob Smith Volkswagen in Dec. 1984 so it's one of the last MKI GTIs produced. And then 2 VW afficiniado owners. Mechanically well maintained and in exc...[Read More]( [Auction Alert: Bid on a 1968 Big Block Corvette and a 1963 Porsche Tractor today]( [Auction Alert: Bid on a 1968 Big Block Corvette and a 1963 Porsche Tractor today]( Posted by Tom Comerro - Today's pair of auctions that are set to close in a few hours include a restomod C3 Corvette restored in the early 2000s that has proven to be a great big-block driver, as well as a last-generation Porsche tractor that was restored just two years ago. Be sure to visit Hemmings Auctions for the latest listings and bidding results. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette The longest design generation of the Corvette began in 1968 and the largest engine that year was the 427-cu.in. Mark IV big block. The 427 engine in this Cor...[Read More]( [A rare Crocker Big Tank will go for big money at Bonhams Collectors Motorcycles Sale]( [A rare Crocker Big Tank will go for big money at Bonhams Collectors Motorcycles Sale]( Posted by Jim O'Clair - If the beginning of 2019 is any indication of the auction pricing trends for unique Crocker motorcycles, the seller of this 1940 Big Tank may be able to retire in comfort. After years passed with none of the iconic bikes being exchanged, even through elite collectors' private hands, Crockers have exploded onto the auction market in the last 10 years, and at no time has that been more apparent than this year with at least five of the low-production bikes sold at auction. The Mecum Las Vegas auction in January s...[Read More]( [The hassle of tracking down old cars parts is enough to drive you mad]( [The hassle of tracking down old cars parts is enough to drive you mad]( Posted by Don Homuth - Here's how to make yourself crazy. Start with some components in this case, doors, engine cover and luggage compartment lid and get them ready to use. Then ask yourself if there might just maybe-perhaps-possibly be some other parts out there that might be better. Earlier project reports have shown the Corvair's doors have considerable corrosion down by the lower portions, and repairing those is no easy thing. The rusted-out nearby metal gets very thin, and finding a good patch piece is nearly as difficu...[Read More]( [Chicago, 1966]( [Chicago, 1966]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - Date: February 1966 Location: Chicago, Illinois Source: James O'Leary, via VintageTribune What do you see here?...[Read More]( [Daily Briefing: Road America to host VSCDA Ariens Art on Wheels weekend; 26th Corvette Funfest approaches]( [Daily Briefing: Road America to host VSCDA Ariens Art on Wheels weekend; 26th Corvette Funfest approaches]( Posted by Tom Comerro - Courtesy of Road America Vintage racers around the country will take to the Road America track this weekend, as the Ariens Art on Wheels Weekend will feature the Vintage Sports Car Drivers Association. Expect to see over 300 cars at the famed 4-mile, 14-turn road course and see up-close the amazing race cars prepared to era specifications. The VSCDA will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Formula Ford in the US which is open to Kent and Cortina powered Fords of all eras. The show will take place September 1...[Read More]( Wednesday, September 11, 2019 [California considers toll and reservation system for San Francisco's Lombard Street]( [California considers toll and reservation system for San Francisco's Lombard Street]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - For decades, Lombard Street - the so-called "crookedest street in the world" - has served as one of the essential tourist stops in San Francisco, as instantly recognizable as the Golden Gate Bridge or Alcatraz. But just as cities like Venice have lately begun to address the strains put on it by tourism, San Francisco's city leaders may soon require anybody driving down the street to pay a toll. "It has become increasing difficult to manage the crowds and traffic congestion on Lombard Street," California Assemblym...[Read More]( [Hemmings Find of the Day - 1972 Lancia Fulvia]( [Hemmings Find of the Day - 1972 Lancia Fulvia]( Posted by Kurt Ernst - 1972 Lancia Fulvia for sale on Hemmings.com. From the seller's description: These Lancia Fulvias were the thinking mans car. With unusually high build quality and attention to detail the United States citizens were really deprived of this incredibly well designed Italian sports car with outstanding value. This specific Fuliva is a 1972 Series two with a 1.3 liter V4 engine producing about 90 horsepower. Mated to a 5 speed transmission this car loves to be revved. Finished in a quality bright red with a complimentar...[Read More]( [Auction Alert: Get this 1970 Mustang Mach 1 and classic Chevy Truck before bids close later today]( [Auction Alert: Get this 1970 Mustang Mach 1 and classic Chevy Truck before bids close later today]( Posted by Tom Comerro - A mildly restored Chevy Apache has reached reserve and will find a new home later today. Also closing out today on Hemmings Auctions is an authentic 1970 Mach 1 that has seen some upgrades. For all of the lots available for bidding as well as past results, be sure to visit the Hemmings Auctions page. 1958 Chevrolet Apache The Apache nameplate first appeared for 1958, and this one features a Stepside bed and 63,407 miles on the odometer. The engine is an unrestored 235-cu.in. inline six with a manual three-spee...[Read More]( [On the ground at the Chilson AMC Family Reunion]( [On the ground at the Chilson AMC Family Reunion]( Posted by David Conwill - American Motors products (and even a couple pre-AMC Nashes) filled the former Chilson AMC dealership in Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania, for the final Chilson Family Reunion. Photos by David Conwill. We are hard pressed to think of any group of postwar car enthusiasts as enthusiastic and inclusive as fans of American Motors products. It doesn't matter if you have a Rambler, an AMX, a Hornet, an Eagle, or whatever. If it has that red, white, and blue badge (or even Nash or Hudson emblems), you're welcome to come p...[Read More]( [The Coker Tire Challenge 2019 is like a mini version of The Great Race]( [The Coker Tire Challenge 2019 is like a mini version of The Great Race]( Posted by Jim O'Clair - Photos courtesy Tommy Lee and Coker Tire For anyone interested in speed, time, distance rally racing but aren't quite ready for the annual 10-day, 2,000-plus-mile Great Race, we suggest starting in one of the smaller regional rallies offered throughout the year. One such event is the Coker Tire Challenge, taking place a few days from now from September 19th-22nd. It's a 3-day mini version of the Great Race, with similar rules and team directions, however, race teams start and finish each day back at Coker Tire ...[Read More]( [Salt Lake City, Utah, 1970s]( [Salt Lake City, Utah, 1970s]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - Date: circa 1970s Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Source: University of Utah What do you see here?...[Read More]( [Daily Briefing: Another Mercury to be raffled for the Early Ford Foundation V-8 Museum; Corvette Museum Executive Director named to 2020 Corvette Hall of Fame]( [Daily Briefing: Another Mercury to be raffled for the Early Ford Foundation V-8 Museum; Corvette Museum Executive Director named to 2020 Corvette Hall of Fame]( Posted by Tom Comerro - Photo courtesy of the Early Ford Foundation V-8 Museum The National Capital Region Group #36 of the Early Ford V-8 Club will be raffling off a 1957 Mercury Montclair 4-door hardtop, in an effort to raise funds for the Early Ford Foundation V-8 Museum. Last month, the club raffled off a 1956 Mercury Monterey which was won by Josh Porte of Fairport, New York. This raffle will take place June 18, 2020 at the 2020 Eastern National Meet in Pennsylvania. Winner gets the Mercury or $10,000, with 2nd and 3rd prizes be...[Read More]( Tuesday, September 10, 2019 [With its record in the books, Mickey and Danny Thompson's Challenger 2 goes up for auction]( [With its record in the books, Mickey and Danny Thompson's Challenger 2 goes up for auction]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - In just a few short years, Danny Thompson did what nobody else in the world has done. Not only did he set a land-speed record for a piston-powered vehicle at nearly 450 MPH, he did so in a mostly untested vehicle originally built decades prior. With that record under his belt - and his father's designs validated - Thompson has now decided to put the Challenger 2 streamliner up for auction. Mickey Thompson's original Challenger I set the land-speed racing world on its ear when it debuted in 1959, in part with its ...[Read More]( [Hemmings Find of the Day: 1986 Airstream 345 Classic]( [Hemmings Find of the Day: 1986 Airstream 345 Classic]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - Well-maintained 1986 Airstream 345 Classic for sale on Hemmings.com. From the seller's description: A. Mileage - 47,062 Original miles B. Excellent condition - inside and out (excellent aluminum, no dents, dings, tears or any damage- factory fresh) C. Mechanical 1. 454 Chevy gas, Turbo 400 trans 2. New Jet performance carburator 3. New Flame Thrower HEI, Moroso wires, platinum plugs 4. Banks Power Pack 5. New exteneded trans pan 6. Steer Safe front steering stabilizers 7. Super Steer bell crank and arm 8....[Read More]( [Auction Alert: Bidding ends today on an Amphicar and a 1985 Ford F-150]( [Auction Alert: Bidding ends today on an Amphicar and a 1985 Ford F-150]( Posted by Tom Comerro - Today's auction cars scheduled to close out today feature one that can rack up nautical miles and a restomod-style mid-80s F-150 that looks good and has some power. The F-150 has met reserve, so any new bids are potential winners. Be sure to visit Hemmings Auctions for the latest listings and status of our live auctions. 1964 Amphicar 770 The Amphicar is capable of traveling on land and water, while having the distinction of being the only mass-produced amphibious vehicle available to retail customers in Nor...[Read More]( [Gullwing time-traveler: Is the DMC DeLorean a smart buy?]( [Gullwing time-traveler: Is the DMC DeLorean a smart buy?]( Posted by Kurt Ernst - When announced in the mid-1970s, the car that would become the DMC DeLorean appeared to look decades into the future. From its gleaming paint-free stainless steel skin to its corrosion-proof plastic underbody to its (planned) Wankel power and safety-conscious airbags, the ethical sports car conceived by one-time Detroit wunderkind John DeLorean was to be like nothing else on the market. What launched in 1981 may have been a semi-hollow promise of the car's real potential, but there's no denying that the DM...[Read More]( [Bentley brings back the 1929 Blower with 12 replicas of the iconic race car]( [Bentley brings back the 1929 Blower with 12 replicas of the iconic race car]( Posted by Mike Austin - Hot on the heels of its 100-year anniversary Bentley announced it will rebuild 12 exacting, period-correct replicas of one of its most famous cars, Tim Birkin's 1929 4 1/2-litre Blower. That's three times as many as the original production number. Bentley says the dozen cars represent the 12 races the Team Blowers competed in. The 4 1/2-litre is famous for a number of reasons, the most notable being that it achieved fame despite never winning a major race. It did, however, set two speeds records at Brooklands, he...[Read More]( [Las Vegas, 1970s]( [Las Vegas, 1970s]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - Date: circa late 1970s Location: Fremont Street, Las Vegas, Nevada Source: Vintage Las Vegas What do you see here?...[Read More]( [Daily Briefing: Inaugural Motorcar Festival comes to Chattanooga; Cars vie for the Helene Award at Vegas Concours]( [Daily Briefing: Inaugural Motorcar Festival comes to Chattanooga; Cars vie for the Helene Award at Vegas Concours]( Posted by Tom Comerro - The inaugural Chattanooga Motorcar Festival will debut this October aiming to entertain families, racers and automotive enthusiasts near Tennessee's scenic city. The festival will incorporate events tailored to the vintage car collector and racer including "Between the Bridges Time Trial, Rendezvous of the Greats and High Jinks Rallye." Honored guests will include champion sports-car racer Brian Redman, F-1 and Endurance racer and TV commentator Alain de Cadenet, Wayne Carini of "Chasing Classic Cars," and Keith M...[Read More]( Monday, September 9, 2019 [Five overlooked maintenance items you really shouldn't ignore]( [Five overlooked maintenance items you really shouldn't ignore]( Posted by Kurt Ernst - Riding a motorcycle teaches one many lessons, the first and foremost of which is never overlook maintenance. In my three-plus decades spent in the saddle, a pre-ride inspection was as routine as donning a helmet, gloves and riding gear, and (I'd like to think) it saved me from more than one far-from-home surprise. I'm equally diligent with four-wheeled vehicles now, particularly when planning a road trip of any distance. Here are the five things that many classic car owners often ignore - but really shouldn't. ...[Read More]( [Hemmings Find of the Day: 1985 Ford Thunderbird]( [Hemmings Find of the Day: 1985 Ford Thunderbird]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - NASCAR tribute 1985 Ford Thunderbird for sale on Hemmings.com. From the seller's description: This T-Bird has much more going on than a sharp wrap with custom made matching decals. Crisp sounding small block 351 with a mild cam, electronic fuel pump, serpentine belt upgrades and more. This car sounds as good as it looks! Formerly a Turbo Coupe, this T-Bird has all the comforts of Leather, P.Windows, P.Locks, A/C, P.Seat, P.Mirrors, Tilt Wheel, Cruise, Etc. Very Nice Cruiser. See more Ford Thunderbirds f...[Read More]( [Auction Alert: 1942 Ford 3-Ton truck and 1978 Chevrolet C20 bidding ends today]( [Auction Alert: 1942 Ford 3-Ton truck and 1978 Chevrolet C20 bidding ends today]( Posted by Tom Comerro - A pair of trucks will finish up their auctions today on Hemmings Auctions. A 1942 Ford Commercial 3-tontruck that has proven to be a piece of Canadian history and a 1978 Chevy C20 that's built to haul are still available for bids, but only for a few more hours. For the latest up to the moment listings, be sure to visitwww.hemmings.com/auctions. 1942 Ford Commercial 3-Ton Truck This three-tonner has a Canadian background and was one of the last vehicles built before Ford of Canada switched over to militar...[Read More]( [This six-wheeler wasn't even the oddest version of William Towns's Mini-based Hustler]( [This six-wheeler wasn't even the oddest version of William Towns's Mini-based Hustler]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - For years, William Towns just sat on the idea of building his own car. To begin with, he had his hands full designing vehicles for other carmakers. But he also didn't think his own design would even sell. He later proved himself wrong, to an extent, when he produced and sold the Hustler line of kit cars, perhaps one of the most diverse line of vehicles ever built, with a six-wheeled version cropping up for auction this month. Just a few years after Syd Mead's Sentinel design appeared in the pages of the books and...[Read More]( [Open Diff: Do you factor in future repair costs when shopping for a classic car?]( [Open Diff: Do you factor in future repair costs when shopping for a classic car?]( Posted by Kurt Ernst - So how come a guy as German as you doesn't drive a Porsche? executive editor Richard Lentinello asked. Easy, I replied, even if I could afford to buy an air-cooled 911, I couldn't afford its care and feeding. A man has to know his mechanical and financial limitations, and performing a major repair on something as potentially expensive as a 911 exceeds my own. To be clear, I grew up turning wrenches, working in the family service station during summers and vacation breaks from junior high on....[Read More]( [Tokyo, 1968]( [Tokyo, 1968]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - Date: 1968 Location: Tokyo, Japan Source: Lennox Tierney, via University of Utah What do you see here?...[Read More]( [Daily Briefing: Vintage Certification Program thrives at MCACN; AACA new building update]( [Daily Briefing: Vintage Certification Program thrives at MCACN; AACA new building update]( Posted by Tom Comerro - The Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals will again host a variety of unrestored originals from various automakers. The cars are chosen through MCACN's Vintage Certification Program which is an intense judging and inspection process that focuses on preservation instead of restoration. Preservation classes offer a unique opportunity to learn about how the original cars were really built with certificates available from five levels ranging from Vintage Reference for cars unrestored in at least one Vintage Reference are...[Read More]( Sunday, September 8, 2019 ["A sympathetic car, like a pet." How the Renault 5 charmed the French]( ['A sympathetic car, like a pet.' How the Renault 5 charmed the French]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - Coming from Renault itself, this documentary on the Renault 5 is admittedly tilted to portray the 5 in a positive light. That said, it was a successful small car that spent nearly a quarter century on the market, was produced on multiple continents, and was sold in a number of distinctive configurations, including the mid-engined 5 Turbo. Plus, Renault's extensive archives give the film quite a bit of color to go along with the praise. ...[Read More]( [Hemmings Find of the Day: 1966 Dodge Charger]( [Hemmings Find of the Day: 1966 Dodge Charger]( Posted by Kurt Ernst - From the seller's description: One of 468 ever made, here is a 1966 Dodge Charger, 426 Hemi 2-door fastback with automatic transmission, full 4 bucket interior. The car is in very good to excellent condition, all original, with matching numbers. My dad bought it virtually new and it includes the original first transfer of title, car registration, build card, and bill of sale from the Lynch Road Plant in Detroit, Michigan. It has lived its life indoors, taken out on outings by my parents until it was retired to thei...[Read More]( [Four-Links - Ultravan across America, Henry Chang's art cars, Australia's open speed limits, Texaco truck resto]( [Four-Links - Ultravan across America, Henry Chang's art cars, Australia's open speed limits, Texaco truck resto]( Posted by Daniel Strohl - Anybody living along the Lincoln Highway, keep an eye out for an UltraVan making its way westward. * Some of the mutant cars on the playa at Burning Man are simple conglomerations, others are statements, and then there's the elaborate engineering masterpieces of Henry Chang. Henry loved the wildly creative art cars at Burning Man and decided to build one. But what to build? The spectrum of over 600 art cars runs from the mighty Monaco, the largest sailing art car in the world, to the motorized cupcakes and e...[Read More]( [Hemmings Find of the Day: 1980 Porsche 911SC]( [Hemmings Find of the Day: 1980 Porsche 911SC]( Posted by Kurt Ernst - From the seller's description: 1980 Porsche 911SC Coupe, This is a very well kept car for a serious buyer looking for the right 911SC. It is a very clean and original 911SC. Matching numbers. Two owners car. The engine was overhauled last year by Torque Classic Cars, a classic car restorer in West Palm Beach, Florida. Working A/C. The car is 100% original except for the muffler that was replaced last year for a new Dansk muffler and the stereo. VIN #91A0141899 Find more Porsches for sale on Hemmings.com...[Read More]( LAST WEEK'S MOST READ [An affordable classic: Chevrolet's second-generation Corvair]( [An affordable classic: Chevrolet's second-generation Corvair]( Posted by Kurt Ernst - Chevrolet's redesigned-for-1965 Corvair debuted to high praise from the automotive press, with Car and Driver's David E. Davis, Jr. declaring it "the most beautiful car to appear in this country since before World War II." American consumers agreed, buying 23-percent more '65 Corvairs than they did the year before. Trouble, in the form of the Ford Mustang, was brewing, and Corvair sales began a slide in 1966 from which they'd never recover. Today, the second-generation Corvairs, model years 1965-'69, represent a...[Read More]( LAST WEEK'S BEST DISCUSSION [Open Diff: The list]( [Open Diff: The list]( Posted by Kurt Ernst - Those of us in the car hobby may not agree on everything, but one thing typically binds us together: the list. We all have the list, one that records cars, trucks, and bikes we'd like to own while we're still healthy enough to enjoy them, in the manner that the engineers and designers intended. The list may be mental or physical, written down on paper or recorded as a series of 0s and 1s in the digital realm, but the vehicles on it change as one ages. Sometimes, it's practicality that intervenes: ...[Read More]( Hemmings Motor News will not sell or share your e-mail address with other companies. For more information about this newsletter, email webmaster@hemmings.com or write to: Customer Service, Hemmings Motor News, 222 Main St., Bennington VT 05201. If you do not want to receive this newsletter from Hemmings Motor News, you can [change your email preferences here](.