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1934 Ford Cabriolet Street Rod

This steel-bodied 1934 Ford cabriolet is a full-fendered street rod that is built on a fully boxed Total Cost Involved frame fitted with independent front suspension, front disc brakes, rack-and-pinion power steering, 15″ alloy wheels, and a 9″ rear end. Power comes from an LS1 V8 fitted with a Weiland intake manifold and is mated to a four-speed 4L60E automatic transmission. The interior is trimmed in black and gray upholstery and incorporates a banjo-style steering wheel, a tilt column, Classic Instruments gauges, Vintage Air climate control, and power windows as well as a Lokar shifter, a Kenwood CD stereo, and a rumble seat. Said to have been built in 2008, this 1934 Ford street rod was acquired by the seller in 2019 and is now offered with a clean Arizona title in the seller’s name.

The steel body is finished silver with black pinstripes and is mounted to a fully boxed Total Cost Involved frame. Additional equipment includes a black convertible soft top, a rumble seat, tinted side windows, cowl lights, and a chrome grille and chrome bumpers.

Polished wheels wear faux knock-off spinners and are mounted with BFGoodrich tires. The car has been fitted with an independent front suspension, rack-and-pinion power steering, and adjustable coilovers. Stopping power is provided by front disc and rear drum brakes.

The front bucket seats, rear rumble seat, and door panels are trimmed in black upholstery with gray inserts. Interior elements include Vintage Air climate control, power windows, a Lokar floor shifter, and a Kenwood CD stereo.

The banjo-style steering wheel is bolted to a polished tilt column and fronts a Classic Instruments 120-mph speedometer and combination gauge. The six-digit mechanical odometer shows 7k miles, approximately 4k of which were added under current ownership.

The 5.7-liter LS1 v8 is equipped with a polished Weiland intake manifold, tubular exhaust headers, and body-color plenum covers. An oil change was performed in January 2024.

Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a four-speed 4L60E automatic transmission and a Ford 9″ rear end.

The car is titled in Arizona using the body number 181191343 shown above.

These Hilarious Vintage Auto Ads Will Have You Rolling

For many carmakers, advertising is one of the most important parts of their marketing because it’s the one thing that drives sales the most. Some automotive advertising campaigns have stuck with car fans for decades. A good automotive advertising campaign can transcend any issues with the brand or the car itself and make drivers believe they need to own that car or truck. Carmakers have made innovations in the advertising world for decades and there’s always something new. But it could be argued that comedy was always the most effective way to create a memorable advertising campaign.

So we looked back at the most hilarious vintage automotive ads ever shown. Some of these were straight jokes about a rival automaker and others were indirectly pointed at the consumer. You probably remember seeing most of these advertisements at a time or two. You might even have a sense of nostalgia remembering where you were when you first saw these advertisements. That’s what good automotive advertising does. It sticks with you. Buckle up as we look back at some of the most notable and hilarious automotive advertisements of all time here.

Porsche 911 Advertisement1 Via Airows
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Porsche 911- The Anti-Nissan

There’s no denying that cars were boring in the ’80s. Japanese cars were especially boring around this time because of emissions regulations. Porsche, on the other hand, was selling the 911 like hotcakes. So naturally, they had to poke fun at Japanese automakers. The 911 was one of the most iconic automotive designs ever built and was in its prime in the ’80s. That’s not to say that every Nissan or Mitsubishi was boring but nothing came close to the 911 at the time (via Motor Biscuit).

Nissan still sold the 300ZX during this time but it wasn’t nearly as iconic as the 911. When kids grew up in the ’80s they dreamt about owning a Porsche 911 and just about everyone had a 911 poster on their bedroom wall. This is why Porsche decided to play off of that popularity with this advertising campaign. We’d have to say that this advertising campaign was both comedic and well done by the German sports car maker.

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Fire-Breathing Monsters: Turbo Cars That Revolutionized The Auto Industry

Even though turbocharging as a concept dates back to the early 20th century, it took decades for it to make its way to the car industry. Complicated and unreliable at first, it was gradually improved over time. Today, due to significant emissions, fuel economy, and power advantages, it’s a standard feature on nearly all current engines produced worldwide.

Its path from an unknown technical obscurity to a mainstream component was challenging. But it was paved with great cars, speed records, and some fire-spitting monsters that will remain forever as the choice of true enthusiasts. So today, we’ll revisit the turbo cars that had a hand in revolutionizing the car industry. Buckle up because there are some true speed demons ahead.

Chevrolet Corvair Monza

The Corvair was a compact car in a time when they were rare on US soil and produced mainly by foreign brands. It had its engine in the back rather than the front like most other domestic vehicles had. Third, it was a six-cylinder boxer, not a straight six or V8. Overall, this car was a bold and unusual move by the usually conservative Chevrolet (via New York Times).

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The most interesting Corvair was the Monza. It was a two-door coupe or convertible and featured one of the most unusual power plants Detroit has ever produced – a turbocharged boxer engine. Think of it as Chevrolet’s four-seat Porsche 911 Turbo 15 years before Porsche even thought of the idea. The heart of the car was the 2.4-liter, flat-six engine with the turbocharger mounted on top. The result was 150 hp. Despite the fact it isn’t a significant number, the small weight of the Monza helped produce some lively performance, at least for the standards of the compact car class in the early ’60s.

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Custom 1939 Mercury Eight

This 1939 Mercury Eight two-door was the subject of a custom build under prior ownership and is powered by a 239ci flathead V8 linked with a three-speed manual transmission. The car was nosed and decked, the side moldings were shaved, and the car was refinished in black over black and white upholstery. Equipment includes a custom-fabricated removable white Carson top, a modified suspension, black steel wheels, polished wheel covers, dual spotlights, and rear fender skirts as well as Offenhauser cylinder heads, Fenton exhaust manifolds, two single-barrel carburetors, and a dual exhaust system. This custom Mercury Eight acquired by the seller in 2022 and is now offered with a scale replica of the car and a Massachusetts title in the seller’s name.

The car was repainted in black under prior ownership after the side moldings were shaved and the trim and moldings were removed from the hood and decklid. Additional details include a removable white Carson top, a chrome grille, white pinstripes, dual cowl-mounted spotlights, rear fender skirts, polished dual exhaust finishers, and ribbed bumpers with hidden hardware.

Black-finished 15″ steel wheels wear chrome trim rings and wheel covers and are mounted with BFGoodrich Silvertown bias-ply whitewall tires. A full-size spare is located in the trunk. The suspension has been modified for a lower ride height, and braking is handled by drums at all four corners.

The cabin features front and rear bench seats trimmed in black upholstery with white pleated inserts joined by a matching door and rear side panels. The dashboard features custom pinstriping, and equipment includes an electric clock, a locking glovebox, lap belts, and a floor-mounted shifter with a skull handle.

The two-spoke steering wheel frames a 100-mph speedometer and auxiliary gauges for oil pressure, fuel level, battery, and engine temperature. The speedometer does not work. The five-digit odometer shows 2,600 miles, approximately 300 of which have been added under current ownership. Total mileage is unknown.

The 239ci flathead V8 has been fitted with Offenhauser cylinder heads, Fenton exhaust manifolds, two single-barrel carburetors, and polished dress-up components.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed manual transmission and a Ford banjo-style rear axle. A custom dual exhaust system has been fitted.

The sequence 99A81353 on the aftermarket VIN tag corresponds with the VIN listed on the title.

A scale replica of the car will accompany the vehicle.

The Massachusetts title lists an “Odometer Discrepancy – Not Actual Mileage” notation.

Gran Turismo on Netflix

Gran Turismo “the movie” is now available on Netflix, bringing together automotive enthusiasts and generations across the auto community who are into both gaming and racing simulation. For those who are not familiar with the Gran Turismo name, it is a PlayStation exclusive gaming simulation series with years of innovation to include the most popular […]

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Hot Wheels Experience Tysons Corner

Hot Wheels Experience Tysons Corner – Get ready D.C.! HOT WHEELS CHAMPION EXPERIENCE is racing into Tysons Corner this December. Hot Wheels Champion Experience combines exhilarating digital and hands-on play in a 16,000 sq ft immersive environment. Visitors of all ages will imagine, create and experience Hot Wheels like never before! Using the latest 3D multimedia projection […]

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Super Street Garage TV Series – MotorTrend

Super Street Garage TV series debuted the Summer of 2023 and I am not going to lie, with the hustle and bustle of life these days, I completely missed the series premier this past Summer. However, after watching other MotorTrend iconic brands, such as Roadkill and Hot Rod Garage, I did see the commercials for […]

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East Coast Indoor Nationals 2023

The East Coast Indoor Nationals 2023 kicks off December 2-3, 2023, at the Maryland State Fairgrounds (Cow Palace), 2200 York Road, Timonium, MD 21093. ECIN is an invitational event catered to hotrods, classics, motorcycles, trucks and more. Several vendors will be available to sell their goods as well as food and drinks. Cash awards and […]

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No Reserve: Modified 1940 Chevrolet Master Deluxe Town Sedan

This 1940 Chevrolet Master Deluxe is a two-door Town Sedan that was modified under prior ownership and is powered by a replacement 350ci V8 mated to a three-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. Finished in red over gray cloth upholstery, the car is equipped 15″ alloy wheels, power-assisted front disc brakes, Mustang II-style independent front suspension, rack-and-pinion power steering, a 600-cfm carburetor, an MSD HEI distributor, tubular headers, Vintage Air heating and air conditioning, later-model seating, a Lecarra steering wheel, VDO instrumentation, and a Pioneer CD stereo. The selling dealer reportedly acquired the car in September 2023, and work in 2023 is said to have included overhauling and modifying the transmission as well as installing a Lokar transmission dipstick, an aftermarket radiator, and electric cooling fans. This modified Master Deluxe is offered at no reserve by the selling dealer with a clean Delaware title.

Finished from the factory in Ridge Green Metallic (265), the car has been repainted in red and features multi-color hand-painted pinstriping as well as a body-color front grille, bumpers, and trim. Additional exterior details tri-bar headlights, dual side mirrors, front vent windows, running boards, and dual exhaust outlets with polished finishers.

Bright-finished 15″ alloy wheels feature simulated knock-offs and are mounted with 205/70 Dunlop front and 235/75 General rear tires. A Mustang II-style front suspension and rack-and-pinion power steering have been retrofitted to the car. Braking is handled by power-assisted front discs and rear drums, and work since 2019 reportedly included installing a front sway bar and chrome-finished front springs as well as replacing the power steering pump and hoses, front shocks, tie rod ends, and ball joints.

The cabin has been refurbished and modified, and features seating and other elements reportedly removed from a 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. The cabin is trimmed in gray cloth, and appointments include Vintage Air heating and air conditioning, red carpets, aftermarket door handles and window cranks, lap belts, and a Pioneer CD stereo. Stains are present on the headliner and the driver’s seat outer bolsters are worn.

A Lecarra steering wheel is mounted to a polished steering column and fronts a body-color dashboard housing VDO instrumentation that includes a 120-mph speedometer and auxiliary gauges. The five-digit odometer shows 30k miles. True mileage is unknown.

The 350ci V8 is said to have been remanufactured by ATK Engines of Grand Prairie, Texas, and features a 600-cfm carburetor, an MSD HEI distributor, tubular headers, a dual exhaust system, and a Ron Francis wiring harness. An aftermarket radiator, electric fans, and a replacement battery were reportedly installed in 2023, while an oil change was carried out in preparation for the sale.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed TH350 automatic transmission that was reportedly overhauled in 2023, at which time a 1,600-1,900 stall converter and Lokar dipstick were fitted. Areas of underside corrosion are depicted in the photo gallery below.

The car is titled in Delaware using a state-issued VIN, 14KHO721903, shown on the Delaware Special VIN Plate above.