The 1990s marked a pivotal era in video game graphics, with technological advancements allowing for more detailed and immersive environments. Racing games, in particular, showcased this progress, presenting car models that appeared more striking and imaginative on-screen than in reality. Titles like Virtua Racing and Gran Turismo featured vehicles with exaggerated proportions, vibrant colors, and dynamic designs that captured the imagination of gamers. These pixel-perfect renditions not only highlighted the capabilities of contemporary hardware but also left a lasting fascination with these stylized vehicles, making them iconic representations of automotive design in the digital realm.
This Factory Five Racing ’33 Hot Rod roadster was built by the seller in 2022, and it is powered by a 5.0-liter Coyote V8 linked to a 6R80 six-speed automatic transmission. The car is finished in orange over black upholstery, and custom flourishes include a raked windshield, a removable Carson top, machined side mirrors, and tunneled LED taillights. A steel center console runs the length of the cabin, which features heated seats, Vintage Air climate control, cruise control, a Bluetooth-capable Sony head unit, power windows, and AutoMeter gauges. Front cycle fenders, 18″ & 20″ Halibrand-style wheels, a triangulated four-link rear suspension, Viking Performance adjustable coilovers, four-wheel disc brakes, and a stainless-steel exhaust system are among the other highlights. This ’33 Hot Rod now shows 8k miles and is offered with a car cover, build books, and a Wisconsin title in the seller’s name that describes the car as a 1933 Ford.
The hand-laid composite body is styled after a 1933 Ford roadster, and a steel framework was built to reinforce the trunk lid during the build. The firewall was constructed from a steel sheet, and other custom components include the hood hinge, a flush-mounted fuel filler, front cycle fenders, machined side mirrors, and tunneled LED taillights.
The aluminum windshield frame on this car was fabricated by the seller, and the side windows were modified to fit. A removable Carson-style top was built to fit over the roll bar. The car is finished in orange with multicolor pinstriping, and protective film has been applied, per the seller. A wireless remote controls the side windows in addition to releases for the hood, trunk, and doors.
Halibrand-style 18″ front and 20″ rear wheels wear personalized center caps and are wrapped in Continental ExtremeContact tires measuring 225/40 and 305/35, respectively. The car rides on a cantilever front suspension, a triangulated four-link rear setup, and Viking Performance adjustable coilovers. The car is equipped with power steering, and braking is handled by four-wheel discs with drilled and slotted rotors all around.
The cabin features heated, adjustable bucket seats trimmed in black upholstery with color-coordinated door panels and carpet. A steel center console was fabricated by the seller and painted to match the body along with the dashboard fascia, which is accented with a pinstriped instrument bezel. Amenities include a Vintage Air climate control system, cruise control, a Bluetooth-capable Sony head unit, and power windows.
The leather-wrapped steering wheel sits ahead of AutoMeter instrumentation consisting of a 120-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. The digital odometer shows 8k miles.
The 5.0-liter Coyote V8 has a stainless-steel dual exhaust system with V-band clamps, Cherry Bomb mufflers, and oblong tips. The engine covers are painted to match the body, and the aluminum radiator is cooled by an electric puller fan. An oil change was most recently performed approximately 2k miles ago.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 6R80 six-speed automatic transmission.
The car is titled as a 1933 Ford using the VIN F5R1000754HR, which appears on a Certificate of Origin and an uninstalled identification plaque that will accompany the car.
Photos taken at various stages of the build are presented in the gallery.
The current Wisconsin title lists “Titled in WI as: Replica” in the additional vehicle detail section.
This 1930 Ford Model A five-window coupe was acquired by the seller in 2008 and built into a hot rod over the following decade. Power comes from a stroked Bear Block Motors 392 Hemi V8 with four-bolt mains, a forged rotating assembly, Hot Hemi Heads aluminum heads, a Herbert Cams camshaft, Missile valvetrain components, and eight Stromberg 97 carburetors mounted on an Edelbrock intake manifold. The engine is backed by an AutoGear Muncie M22 four-speed manual transmission and a Currie 9” rear end with a limited-slip differential. Bass Kustom of Dallas, Texas, modified the steel body with a chopped roof, a ’34 windshield frame, and a ’32 grille shell, and also fabricated the chassis, which incorporates shortened American Chassis side rails, a ’37 front axle, rear ladder bars, a Schroeder cowl steering box, and drilled accents throughout. Brown Spinneybeck leather upholstery and wool carpets cover the interior, and other highlights include a removable roof panel, a central fuel filler, red headlight lenses, nickel-plated brightwork, and 16” steel wheels. Since completion, the car has participated in The Gathering at the Roc and the Lonestar Roundup. This Highboy coupe is now offered with a clean Missouri title in the seller’s name.
Bass Kustom fabricated the frame using American Chassis side rails that were shortened, pinched, and joined with custom crossmembers. Inspired by Bonneville Salt Flats race cars and hot rods built in the ’50s and ’60s, Bass started with an original 1930 A body, chopped the roof, and added a ’34 windshield frame and header. The ’32-style grille shell was trimmed to clear the axle.
Martin Bros. Customs of Johnson City, Texas, and Shorty’s Custom Paint of Midlothian, Texas, applied a shade of white paint inspired by a Porsche 356, according to the seller. Assembly and plating were completed at Rex Rod & Chassis of Blanco, Texas. A removable roof panel is secured with Dzus fasteners, and the B-L-C headlight buckets feature red-tinted lenses.
The stroked Hemi V8 was built using a Bear Block Motors block with four-bolt mains. Hot Hemi Heads aluminum heads were milled to appear stock, and a forged rotating assembly was installed along with a Herbert Cams camshaft, Missile Enterprises rocker arms, dimpled valve covers, and a Scintilla Vertex magneto. Induction is through eight Stromberg 97 carburetors mounted atop a polished Edelbrock intake manifold.
Drilled brackets act as mounts for both the engine and the Walker radiator. Tubular headers flow into side exhaust outlets, and suspension components and exterior brightwork were nickel-plated.
Color-keyed 16” steel wheels are wrapped in Excelsior radial tires measuring 5.50” up front and 7.50” out back. The car rides on transverse leaf springs with a ’37 front axle supported by a “suicide” setup, while drilled extensions have been added to the live rear axle for the spring and shock mounts. Braking is handled by hydraulic drums all around.
Craig Willits of Dallas, Texas, prepared the cabin upholstery using brown leather sourced from Spinneybeck. Tuck-and-roll inserts accent the split bench seat, and Dynamat was applied to the floors under wool carpets from World Upholstery. A brass knob tops the double-bend shifter, which has a padded bezel.
The three-spoke steering wheel is connected to a Schroeder steering box with a 2:1 reducer gear set. A central Stewart-Warner tachometer is accompanied by auxiliary gauges mounted below the dashboard. The car does not have an odometer. The seller estimates that the car has been driven 2,500 miles since the build was completed.
The trunk is trimmed to complement the cabin, and a cutout in the trunk lid surrounds a positive-locking flip-up fuel filler cap. A louvered trunk lid is included as shown in the gallery.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through an AutoGear Muncie M22 four-speed manual transmission and a Currie 9” rear end with a limited-slip differential. A louvered panel was added to the underside of the rear bodywork.
The car is titled using the VIN A3156188, which appears on an identification plate riveted to the firewall and is consistent with a Ford Model A produced in April 1930.
Photos taken at various stages of the build are presented in the gallery, and documentation of the build is further detailed in a Jalopy Journal thread.
This full-fendered 1932 Chevrolet BA Confederate five-window coupe was built into a street rod several decades ago, and it is powered by a 4.3-liter Chevrolet Marine V6 linked to a TH400 three-speed automatic transmission. The car rides on a fabricated steel frame with adjustable coilovers, an independent front assembly, a four-link rear setup, rack-and-pinion steering, front disc brakes, and staggered alloy wheels. Work performed since the seller’s purchase in 2019 has involved reupholstering the interior and installing a Holley Sniper EFI system. Other highlights include air conditioning, a Lokar shifter, a Kenwood CD head unit, VDO gauges, and a luggage rack. This custom Chevrolet is now offered with a removable trunk, a car cover, a display board, and a clean Colorado title in the seller’s name.
The steel body retains its wood framing, and replacement fenders and running boards were installed before the car was repainted in red. Other details include a black roof covering, a roll-down rear window, round side mirrors, LED taillights, and a chrome headlight bar, luggage rack, and bumpers.
Flame graphics were added to the louvered hood side panels, cowl, and doors in 2005.
Polished 15” front and 17” rear wheels are wrapped in 195/55 and 255/60 Michelin Premier A/S tires, respectively. The custom-fabricated steel chassis incorporates adjustable coilovers all around, an independent front assembly with tubular control arms, and a live rear axle sourced from an S-10 pickup and supported by a four-link setup. The car is equipped with power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering, and braking is handled by front discs and rear drums.
The cabin was redone in 2024 using beige MB-Tex upholstery and wool carpets, according to the seller. Polished trim accents the door caps, and additional appointments include air conditioning, a Lokar shifter, cup holders, lap belts, and a Kenwood CD head unit mounted in an overhead console
The four-spoke steering wheel is mounted to a tilt column, and VDO white-dial instrumentation consists of a 120-mph speedometer flanked by auxiliary gauges. The five-digit odometer shows 11k miles, approximately 1,300 of which have been added under current ownership.
The trunk is trimmed to complement the cabin.
The 4.3-liter Chevrolet Marine V6 was fitted with a Holley Sniper electronic fuel injection system in 2024, and it is further equipped with a PerTronix Flame-Thrower II ignition coil, Edelbrock valve covers, a 12-volt electrical system, and polished accessories. Three-into-one headers flow into a dual exhaust system with polished finishers. An oil change was performed in preparation for the sale.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a TH400 three-speed automatic transmission and a 10-bolt rear end.
A steamer-style trunk will accompany the car along with a display board, a car cover, and a trickle charger that can be viewed in the gallery.
The car is titled using the VIN 3248874.
This Factory Five Racing ’33 Hot Rod roadster was assembled around 2019 or before and is powered by a supercharged 4.6-liter Ford V8 linked to a Tremec six-speed manual transmission. Equipment includes rack-and-pinion steering with electric assist, four-wheel disc brakes, independent front suspension, a three-link rear setup, Koni coilovers, staggered-diameter Torq-Thrust-style wheels, and a Ford 8.8″ rear axle. The fiberglass body is finished in dark red with yellow and orange flames, and the interior features black vinyl bucket seats with Simpson latch-and-link lap belts. This FFR ’33 roadster was acquired by the selling dealer in May 2025 and is now offered with a clean Florida title.
The fiberglass body is finished in dark red with yellow-to-orange gradient flames accented by blue pinstriping, and it rides on a tube steel frame with pre-formed aluminum panels for the cockpit, trunk, and engine bay. Exterior details include reverse-hinged doors, a brushed aluminum windscreen frame, and a tan soft top.
Polished Torq-Thrust-style alloy wheels measuring 17″ up front and 18″ at the rear are mounted with 235/40 and 285/35 Sumitomo HTRZ III tires, respectively. The cars rides on independent front suspension consisting of unequal-length upper and lower tubular control arms with inboard Koni coilovers and a solid-axle rear with a three-link setup, Koni coilovers, and a panhard bar. Braking is provided by four-wheel discs, including 11″ Mustang rotors with Cobra-branded twin-piston PBR calipers up front. Additional equipment includes electric power rack-and-pinion steering.
The cabin features low-back bucket seats trimmed in black vinyl that extends to the pleated door panels, and black carpeting overlays the floorboards. Equipment includes Simpson latch-and-link lap belts, a dashtop rearview mirror, and a tunnel-mounted shifter with a black leather boot.
A black half-wrap billet steering wheel with a Factory Five center cap fronts a body-color dash housing an AutoMeter American Platinum six-gauge set including an electric programmable 120-mph speedometer and a 7k-rpm tachometer. The digital odometer shows 41 miles driven since completion of the build, a handful of which were added under current ownership.
The supercharged and intercooled 4.6-liter DOHC V8 is of the type that powered the 2003-2004 Mustang SVT Cobra and was rated at 390 horsepower with 390lb-ft of torque when new. In addition to an Eaton Roots-type supercharger, the engine is equipped with an aluminum radiator, an electric fan, and Ford Racing exhaust manifolds fitted with extension tubes flowing into a dual exhaust system with polished stainless-steel mufflers and side exits.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through Tremec six-speed manual transmission and a Ford 8.8″ rear end with a limited-slip differential. The passenger-side muffler is dented.
The 1970s and 1980s marked a golden era for automotive enthusiasts, with T-top roofs becoming a symbol of style and freedom. These removable roof panels allowed drivers to enjoy the open air without sacrificing the structural integrity of a hardtop. The unique appeal of T-top cars lies in their blend of sporty aesthetics and the thrill of open-air driving. Culturally, they became icons of the era, featured in movies and music videos, and are still celebrated by car enthusiasts today. Their enduring popularity is a testament to the innovative spirit and design excellence of that time.
Do you enjoy reading about cars you cannot afford? Then pull up a chair and listen intently because I’m going to tell you about the summer success of the Bentley Heritage Collection.
Since The ClassicCars.com Journal first told you about the Heritage Collection, Bentley has expanded the aggregation to 50 cars, including 10 race-ready vehicles that we probably can guarantee don’t include a Bentayga.
One of the 40 “road-legal” cars—a bespoke 1939 Mark V Corniche—participated in the 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Having undergone a 15-year restoration that started with a crew of Bentley enthusiasts and finished with the assistance of Mulliner, the Corniche was the first-ever submission from a manufacturer to be fully judged at the event. It even successfully participated in the “Tour d’Elegance” drive along the California Coast.
A second Bentley, the familiar-yet-absolutely-classic 1953 R Type Continental, garnered a concours award—a first for the Heritage Collection—by winning Best-in-Class at the Salon Privé Concours.
A third, a 1930 8 Litre saloon, won Best Manufacturer-Entered Car (a new show class) at the Hampton Court Concours of Elegance. One of 100 8 Litres built and often suggested as W.O. Bentley’s crowning achievement, this vehicle was once owned by its namesake and was among 10 Bentleys from the Heritage Collection on display at the event.
“The recent recognition of the quality, condition and importance of the Bentleys that have attended concours events over the summer is testament to the hard work of the team in Crewe who have helped to rejuvenate the Collection,” says Mike Sayer, the head of the Heritage Collection. “It now represents the entire company history, with 50 extraordinary, driveable vehicles that together describe the evolution of Bentley design, performance and craftsmanship. The entire fleet is now regularly consulted by Bentley’s R&D teams to help inform the future, and we will continue to use the cars to guide new developments while showcasing our history at events around the world.”
As someone who’s into timepieces, I know I’m biased when I say that a watch makes a great gift for a special occasion, such as Christmas or a birthday: it’s functional, attractive, and forever memorable. I am lucky to have received Orient, Seiko, Timex, Invicta, Fossil, and Citizen timepieces from my wife, family members, and friends. American watch company Bulova seems to think the same thing because it’s celebrating its 150th birthday with the release of the Shelby Racing Chronograph. Consider it Bulova’s gift to Shelby fans and automotive enthusiasts in general.
The design of the watch honors a specific time—and model—in Shelby’s history: the 1967 GT500, a high-performance version of the Ford Mustang with a 355-horsepower 428ci V8, sharper handling, and a Sebring-developed four-speed gearbox.
This Shelby is powered by Bulova’s Precisionist quartz movement, which resonates at a frequency of 262khz. According to the brand, that’s “8 times greater than standard quartz,” which makes the movement accurate to seconds a year. The 43mm stainless steel “bullhead” case features grooves on the sides and a blue and white HNBR (Hydrogenated Nitrile Butadiene Rubber) strap, both of which echo the stripes found on various Shelby models. At the top, the center-mounted crown is flanked by the pushers for the stopwatch function. A sapphire crystal covers the black tachymeter ring, blue dial, and white subdials, the latter which includes one with the Shelby Cobra logo and another that counts milliseconds.
The caseback is marked with the Shelby logo, Carroll Shelby’s signature, and each Shelby Racing Chronograph’s individual number in the 7,500-unit production run. To really drive the connection with the ’67 GT500 home (pun intended), Bulova packages the watch in a limited-edition box right next to a 1:24-scale GT500 diecast model.
The Bulova Shelby Racing Chronograph is currently available at Bulova retailers and on Bulova’s website for $1,350. It raises a question: Would you give this watch as a present to your Shelby-obsessed friend or gift it to yourself and wear it whenever you drive your Shelby? Tell us in the comments below.
Featured on AutoHunter is this 1965 Acadian Beaumont Sport Deluxe convertible. To Americans, this may be a head-scratcher, but to Canadians, this is prime pre-Auto Pact goodness. The Sport Deluxe was akin to Chevrolet’s Super Sport, so this A-body is refined inside and out with bucket seats and extra brightwork. Power comes from a modern 5.3-liter small-block backed by a four-speed automatic. Other features include cruise control, an aftermarket AM/FM/8-track, Cragars, and more. Painted red with a black power top over a red interior, this Can-Am hybrid is offered by the seller with the original radio, a dealer brochure, a service repair manual, a Vintage Vehicle Services invoice, and a clear title.
Originally painted Sierra Tan metallic, this Beaumont now struts in arrest-me red, complemented by a black power convertible top. Other exterior features include chrome lower-body trim, Sport Deluxe-specific rear fender chrome accents, dual chrome side mirrors, a front antenna, and more. A set of 15-inch Cragar S/S mags are wrapped in staggered-width Mickey Thompson tires—215/75 (front) and 275/60 (rear).
The red bucket-seat vinyl interior features a center console housing an automatic transmission shifter. Other features include power steering, a modern cruise control set-up, and an aftermarket AM/FM stereo that also has—get this—an 8-track player.
If the instrumentation looks familiar, that’s because Beaumonts borrowed it from the Pontiac parts bin. A 120-mph speedometer and 6,000-rpm tachometer are flanked by a fuel gauge. A trio of aftermarket gauges measuring oil pressure, water temperature, and voltage are mounted under the dashboard, plus a digital speedometer is mounted on top of the dashboard. The odometer shows 78,603 miles, though the title reads mileage-exempt.
A fuel-injected 5.3-liter small-block V8 has replaced the original 194ci six-cylinder (one of 133 Sport Deluxe convertibles built as such). It is backed by a four-speed 4L60E automatic transmission, which replaces the original Powerglide.
The undercarriage features a 10-bold rear with Positraction and 4.10 gears. Air shocks, power front disc brakes, and a dual exhaust system have been added.
Are you a Canadian who has pride in the Great White North? Or a Chevy guy who lusts for something different? Or a Pontiac guy who wants to annoy purists who believe it can’t be a Poncho with a Chevy engine? Then our AutoHunter Spotlight is just the car for you! The auction for this 1965 Acadian Beaumont Sport Deluxe convertible ends on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 12:15 p.m. (PDT) so be prepared like a good Mountie!
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The 1980s marked a transformative era in the automotive industry, characterized by bold experimentation and technological innovation. During this period, automakers shifted their focus from traditional mass production to creating vehicles that served as technical showcases, demonstrating their engineering prowess and vision for the future. These concept cars, often more art than practicality, pushed the boundaries of design and performance, captivating enthusiasts and setting the stage for future automotive advancements. This article delves into 20 notable examples of such vehicles, highlighting their unique features and the impact they had on the automotive landscape.