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No Reserve: 327-Powered 1929 Ford Model A Roadster Pickup Hot Rod

This 1929 Ford Model A roadster was reportedly customized by Blair’s Speed Shop of Pasadena, California in the late 1950s or early 1960s, and it was refinished about 20 years ago. Power is from a 327ci Chevrolet V8 equipped with triple Stromberg carburetors on an Edelbrock intake manifold, and the steel body features a pickup bed with wood stakes and flooring. The three-speed automatic is linked to a 12-bolt rear end, and the convertible truck also has chromed suspension, red wire wheels, a dual exhaust system, and black leather upholstery. The truck was listed on BaT in May 2020 and sold on BaT in July 2021, and since the seller’s acquisition in 2022 it was fitted with ceramic-coated headers, PerTronix ignition, a transmission cooler, and replacement tires and shocks. This Model A pickup hot rod is now offered at no reserve with spare parts and a clean Connecticut title in the seller’s name.

The steel body panels and steel fenders were repainted some time in the 2000s. The bed features varnished wood slats with matching stake sides as well as a storage box, and the removable black fabric roadster top is equipped with a plastic rear window. The hood sides have been removed but are included.

The seller tells us the brakes were overhauled and the wheel bearings and shocks were replaced since the last auction. The suspension features a drilled drop axle up front with chrome ladder bars and a transverse leaf spring, while out back are chrome ladder bars, a Panhard bar, and coil springs.

Red-painted wire wheels with V8-logo hubcaps have staggered tires that were mounted by the seller.

The cab features a bench seat upholstered in black leather with red stitching and buttons, and matching trim panels are fitted to the doors. The center console has cup holders.

A T-style wood-rimmed steering wheel sits ahead of a body-colored steel dashboard with flourishes. Gauges are housed in a central cluster, while Stewart Warner supplementary instruments and a Sunpro tachometer are mounted below the dashboard. The light controls and a battery disconnect switch are located underneath the driver’s seat. The five-digit odometer is unreadable, and the seller estimates they have driven ~300 miles during their ownership.

The 327ci small-block V8 is equipped with three Stromberg downdraft carburetors, which the seller states have been rebuilt during their ownership, as well as an Edelbrock intake manifold and finned valve covers. The seller installed PerTronix ignition and replaced the ignition components as well as the radiator fan switch and fuel lines, and they installed the ceramic-coated headers that are linked to the dual exhaust system. The oil was changed in preparation for the sale.

The floor-shifted TH350 three-speed automatic transmission is linked to a 12-bolt rear end. The seller tells us the transmission and rear end were serviced and a transmission cooler was installed.

Removed and spare components are included as shown.

The car is titled in Connecticut using the VIN A2365790.

Just Venting: Learning About Cars the Wrong Way

There’s a certain irony to learning about cars in the age of the Internet. With so many resources at our disposal (often from the convenience of our pocket), it also means there are many resources that will lead us astray. Both the good and the bad are subsequently amplified on forums and social media, creating an even bigger mix of useful and worthless information. One example that stands out pertains to vent windows.

I theorize that the bad information that has been amplified is based on how we approach learning these days, as we have gone from archaeology (think junkyards) and a limited number of print resources to an infinite number of web pages. Today, it seems folks focus on the micro instead of the macro. When I was learning about cars, I approached them as if they were people. What do we look at first to distinguish one person from the other? The face; case in point: the first-generation Camaro. A long time ago, I figured out that a 1967 Camaro looks like a ’67, a 1968 Camaro looks like a ’68, and a ’69 Camaro looks like a ’69. The faces of the three appear different, with distinct grilles and parking lights (round for ’67, oval for ’68) or a restyle (’69) distinguishing them; out back, the ’68 taillights were divided versions of what were on the ’67.

But go online and you may find an answer that reads like this: “1967s have vent windows, and 1968s have side markers as regulated by the federal government.” Seriously—do I identify my mom based on her nose or her face? The tried-and-true method that I am espousing has possibly been lost on new generations of automotive enthusiasts, perhaps best exemplified by an inaccurate way of determining a 1969 GM A-body.

The 1949 Oldsmobile 76 and 88 were based on the A-body platform.

The A-body was GM’s standardized small body shared between Chevrolet and Pontiac models, with an occasional Oldsmobile, too. Starting in 1964, GM’s new mid-size platform was designated the A-body, a platform that included the Chevrolet Chevelle, Pontiac Tempest, Oldsmobile F-85, and Buick Special. Within each respective series there were several trim levels (i.e., Tempest, Tempest Custom, and LeMans) as well as performance variants based on a particular trim level (i.e., the GTO was based on the LeMans).

It’s been said that an easy way to discern a 1969 Chevelle SS 396 from a ’68 was due to Chevrolet omitting vent windows. So what do you make of the vehicle below?

Note the vent window on this 1969 Chevelle SS 396 Coupe.

You can see this is a 1969 Chevelle with vent windows, so what gives? Two-door Sport Coupes (aka hardtops) and convertibles were produced sans vent windows for 1969, while Coupes (aka post coupes), four-doors, and wagons continued to feature vent windows through 1972. Wouldn’t it be better to focus on the macro and learn to discern between the two years rather than focusing on the (incorrect) micro?

Why this tidbit of misinformation continues to persist is something I cannot answer, but old wives’ tales have a funny habit of finding an inconspicuous space in which to hide and live. Of course, the most famous of these is the Chevrolet Nova not selling well in Latin countries because the name means “it doesn’t go” in Spanish, when the truth is that a nova (a star that flares up and returns to its original luminosity) is the same word in both English and Spanish.

Jay Leno Talks Ford Performance with Dave Pericak

One of the things that makes cars so enjoyable is the people behind those cars and the stories they have about them. Dave Pericak, the former head of Ford Performance, has plenty of those, some of which he shares with Jay Leno in the video below.

Pericak is currently the director of Ford’s EV truck line but, not too long ago, he was the man behind the vehicles that have shown the world what Ford can do, whether that’s on a street in a small American town or the Mulsanne Straight. When you think of the 50th Anniversary Mustang, the GT race car’s 2016 Le Mans victory, the 2017 GT road car, or the S550 Shelby GT350R or GT500, think Dave Pericak.

But if you think Pericak and his team accomplished those feats of engineering and determination without fear or doubts, think again. As the chief engineer of the 2015 Mustang, he knew there was a certain way he needed to do it, which required a larger budget than initially allotted, but he made a case for it and got the necessary funding. The worldwide love of the Mustang was both a blessing and a curse when Pericak took on the 50th Anniversary model.

The S550 Mustang’s more potent variant, the track-ready Shelby GT350R, presented its own unique challenge in the form of its flat-plane crankshaft. Luckily, Pericak and his crew sorted that issue out, but they had to start worrying all over again when they decided to put the same 5.2-liter V8—albeit with a cross-plane crank—into the new Shelby GT500, then connect it with a supercharger and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.

Developing the last-generation GT supercar, which Pericak calls “a race car with a license plate,” started with the motorsports variant. According to him, the street version only received approval once he agreed to not only race the GT in Le Mans but also to win. It’s safe to say that everything worked out.

Pericak even helped Leno with his custom first-generation Bronco, which is based on a Kincer chassis and powered by the same 760-horsepower “Predator” V8 that’s in the S550 Shelby GT500. Did he once again thrive under pressure and pull it off? Watch to find out.

AutoHunter Spotlight: 1961 Buick LeSabre Convertible

It was on April 12, 1961. when the first human—Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin—completed an orbit around the earth in the Vostik 1 spacecraft. The ongoing space race between the United States and the Soviet Union pushed the boundaries of rocket technology and space travel.

That movement also significantly impacted the design, technology and marketing within the automotive industry. The low, streamlined profile of the Buick LeSabre, for example, marked a shift to sleekness from the exaggerated style of previous years. In December 1960, this Bimini Blue Buick left the Wilmington, Delaware, assembly plant to begin its journey:

Featured on AutoHunter is this 1961 Buick LeSabre Convertible. The car is being sold by a private seller in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, and the auction will end Monday, June 2, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. (PDT).

The LeSabre was assembled as a General Motors B-body. Advertisements from the era called it “the big surprise in full-size cars.” Buick said the LeSabre reflected a beautiful change in design and engineering. “Inside, outside, underneath, up top—everywhere you look—the ’61 Buick is news all over.” While heavily changed from prior years, one of the exterior features that did carry forward was the characteristic Ventiport layout on the front fenders (something that had been around on Buick models since 1949, though skipped for 1958-59).

The listing says this car received a new soft-top in 1985 and, based on the photos, the last 40 years have treated it well. The torpedo-style bumper ends and the streamlined V-shaped rear end brought in some of the space age-inspired design elements we know and love. The interior, color-coordinated in blue vinyl, benefits from a retro-look sound system but otherwise looks largely original.

Power comes from a 364ci V8 mated to a Turbine Drive two-speed automatic transmission. Buick rated the engine at 250 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque. The odometer shows 44,515 miles, and the seller asserts that the reading is accurate. That comes out to fewer than 700 miles per year. Collector appeal? You bet. There can’t be many left with that kind of mileage. Bonus items include a convertible boot, the original Sonomatic radio, uninstalled suspension components and extra hubcaps.

Incidentally, the LeSabre has been gone from the Buick lineup for exactly 20 years as of 2025. It was replaced for 2006 by the Lucerne. All the more reason to celebrate one of the finest Buicks of yesteryear. Place a bid today!

The auction for this 1961 Buick LeSabre Convertible ends Monday, June 2, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. (PDT).

Visit the AutoHunter listing for more information and a photo gallery

Pick of the Day: 1995 Buick Roadmaster Sedan

Do you know the problem with cool old cars? Back in the day, many of them weren’t considered cool or collectible – they were just cars, so they were driven without regard to preserving them for decades to come. But for some reason, that didn’t happen with our Pick of the Day, a 1995 Buick Roadmaster Sedan posted on ClassicCars.com by a dealership in Sarasota, Florida.

After a decades-long hiatus, Buick released a new Roadmaster model for the 1991 model year. Actually, make that two: the Sedan and the Estate Wagon. In an age of unibody, front-wheel-drive vehicles, the Roadmaster was old-school with its body-on-frame construction, column-mounted shifter for its four-speed automatic, and a V8 that sent its power to the rear wheels; the Estate Wagon even had faux wood exterior panels! In 1994, a de-tuned version of the C4 Corvette’s LT1 with 260 horsepower (an increase of 80 horses) and 330 lb-ft of torque became the standard engine. By the end of 1996, the Roadmaster was gone again – this time for good.

No matter which bodystyle you chose, the Roadmaster was a big cruiser, and many have been used accordingly, which explains the high amount of miles you typically see on them. Somehow, this 1995 Roadmaster Sedan was spared from a life as a road warrior. Perhaps someone previously inherited this car from his or her grandparents, or a dealership manager bought it from a low-mileage collection of cars. Either way, it has only racked up 6,647 miles in the past 30 years. You can see that gentle use in the state of the Medium Marblehead Metallic paint, brightwork, and undercarriage.

The Gray cloth interior is equally well preserved and offers power windows, locks, and mirrors; a tilt steering column; automatic climate control; and an AM/FM/CD/cassette radio with Concert Sound II speakers.

Of course, when it comes to vehicles that were in showrooms decades ago, low mileage isn’t everything. Parts and fluids wear out over time, so it’s good to know this B-body received new whitewalls, shocks, coolant, belts, hoses, and filters within the past 12 months.

Sadly, you don’t see a lot of these Buicks now. When you do, there’s a good chance the Roadmaster you spot isn’t nearly as clean as this one. You can make this 6K-mile 1995 Buick Roadmaster Sedan yours for $29,950, then decide if you want to keep it as it is or rack up thousands more miles as you cruise down the road ahead.

Click here to view this Pick of the Day on ClassicCars.com

350-Powered 1951 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe Sport Coupe

This 1951 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe two-door sport coupe was purchased by the seller’s friend and refurbished in the 1990s, with work including installing a 350ci V8 and a three-speed TH400 automatic transmission. The engine is equipped with a high-performance camshaft, an Edelbrock carburetor, and a Davis Unified Ignition distributor, and the rear axle is fitted with a limited-slip differential and 3.73:1 gears. Red paint is accented by custom pinstriping and gray bumpers, while the cabin is outfitted with two-tone gray vinyl, a Lokar shifter, and Dolphin instrumentation. The car rides on a Mustang II-style front suspension along with 15″ Torq Thrust wheels mounted over power front disc brakes. Acquired by the seller in 2020, this Deluxe Sport Coupe is now offered with a Washington state title in the seller’s name.

The car was refinished in red during the refurbishment, and exterior elements include custom pinstriping, a split windshield, gray bumpers and grille treatments, twin quarter panel antennas, polished exhaust finishers, and chrome side mirrors on curved stalks.

American Racing Torq Thrust 15″ wheels are mounted with Road Hugger Radial G/T tires. The car is equipped with power steering, and the seller tells us a Mustang II-style front end with power front disc brakes was installed during the refurbishment.

The bench seats are trimmed in two-tone gray vinyl with red piping, and matching upholstery extends to the door panels. Details include a Lokar shifter, a custom headliner, and a heater. 

Dolphin white-dial gauges are housed in the body-color dashboard, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel from a later-model Chevrolet is mounted to a tilting column. The odometer shows 625 miles, approximately 175 of which were added under current ownership. Total mileage is unknown.

The small-block Chevy 350ci V8 was installed in circa ~1996, and it is equipped with a high-performance camshaft and an Edelbrock carburetor and valve covers as well as a DUI distributor and a matte black air cleaner assembly. The carburetor, spark plugs, ignition wires, rubber fuel hoses, and fuel filter were replaced, and an oil change was completed under current ownership, per the seller.

The seller tells us that the TH400 three-speed automatic transmission is linked to a limited-slip differential and 3.73:1 gears. Detailed photos of the underbody are provided in the gallery.

Decoding the data plate reveals the following production information:

  • Style: 51-1027 – Styleline Deluxe two-door Sport Coupe
  • Body: O 3850 – Oakland, California, assembly; production sequence
  • Trim: 201 – Gray cloth upholstery
  • Paint: 449 – Aztec Tan paint

The serial number 6JKE37759 is consistent with a 1951 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe manufactured at the Oakland, California, assembly plant, and the VIN tag has been painted over.

The current Washington state title bears a Classic brand.

No Reserve: Fuel-Injected, 383-Powered ’33 Ford 3-Window Coupe Hot Rod

This ’33 Ford is a fiberglass-bodied three-window coupe that utilizes an Outlaw Performance body with a Rootlieb louvered hood, Dietz-style lights, a Dan Fink grille, and suicide doors, and it is mounted on a custom-fabricated frame from Randy Ellis Design that was completed around 2019. Power comes from a 383ci stroker V8 linked with a Hughes Performance four-speed automatic and a Ford 9″ rear end with a 3.90 limited-slip differential, and the car rides on an adjustable air suspension and 15″ steel wheels with Moon covers as well as Wilwood front discs. Acquired by its current owner in 2015, this ’33 hot rod is now offered at no reserve on dealer consignment with an Arizona title listing the car as a 1933 Ford.

The body is a fiberglass unit from Outlaw Performance that is fitted with a Rootlieb three-piece louvered hood. The billet grille was sourced from Dan Fink, and the Dietz-style headlights have integrated directionals. Paintwork was performed by KG’s Classics in Arizona, and the metallic silver paintwork is gloss on top and matte on the sides. The pinstriping was done by Ron Hernandez.

The selling dealer tells us that Randy Ellis Design fabricated the frame. The front end has a four-inch drop beam, chrome haripin radius rods, a Panhard bar, Pete & Jake’s tube shocks, and adjustable air springs. The rear end uses ladder bars, a Panhard bar, and air springs. The air suspension utilizes an Accuair five-gallon air tank and an E-level system with three pre-programmed heights.

The 15″ steel wheels have staggered tires and Moon discs. The Wilwood front disc brakes are linked to an under-dash master cylinder from Kugel Komponents.

The custom interior has aluminum panels on the suicide doors, roof, and floor. A roll bar has been integrated into the design, and the floor is tunneled for the drivetrain. The hand-built bomber-style seats have ribbed cushions and four-point belts. A Precision Performance Products shifter was fitted along with a screen for the Holley EFI system. 

The drilled wheel has a black wrap, and So-Cal gauges were utilized. The owner has added all of the ~500 indicated miles.

Custom details continue in the truck, which has aluminum panels, a spun-aluminum fuel tank with an Aeromotive pump, and the battery mounted along with the air suspension tank.

Speed Sports of Gilbert, Arizona built the 383ci stroker V8 around 2019. It runs Holley Sniper EFI on a street Dominator intake manifold, and the fabricated long-tube headers are connected to a wrapped dual exhaust system with Hooker mufflers. The Ron Davis radiator is paired with a SPAL electric fan.

The Hughes Performance four-speed automatic has a 2,500-rpm stall converter and is linked to a Ford 9″ rear end with 3.90 gears and a limited-slip differential.

The Arizona title carries a previous Ohio “Odometer Not Actual” brand.

Custom 1929 Packard Standard Eight 633 Coupe Hot Rod

This 1929 Packard Standard Eight 633 Coupe was acquired by the seller as a disassembled project in 2008, having survived a barn fire during its ~40 years of storage. The seller built it into a hot rod over a span of five years. Work involved rebuilding the 319.2ci straight-eight, repairing and channeling the steel body, and refreshing the chassis before repainting the car in green. The engine is backed by a rebuilt three-speed manual transmission and a US Gear two-speed overdrive unit, and it is equipped with dual Holley 94 carburetors, a lake-style header, PerTronix electronic ignition, and a 12-volt electrical system. The car rides on 20” wheels and has mechanical drum brakes, and a removable sunroof, Hudson headlights, and Classic Instruments gauges were also added. Since completion of the build the car has been driven 3,300 miles, and it was featured on My Classic Car and in Ol’ Skool Rods in 2017. This custom Packard is now offered with memorabilia and a Wisconsin title in the seller’s name.

The steel body was channeled 4.5” during the build, according to the seller, and the wood framing was rebuilt by the seller’s father. Some replacement parts were sourced from a second car purchased by the seller, such as the doors, while the donor was also used as a template to recreate other components. The seller performed the bodywork before the car was painted in green with black character lines, and the windows were tinted.

The headlights were sourced from an early ’30s Hudson, while the taillights are from a Dodge. The forward section of the hood is louvered, and the radiator and grille were lowered.

The black canvas roof covering is removable.

The 20” steel wheels were converted to drop centers and repainted black with green pinstriping, and they are wrapped in 6.00” front and 6.50”/7.00” rear Excelsior Stahl Sport tires. The rides on semi-elliptical leaf springs with friction dampers all around, and braking is handled by mechanical drums.

The cabin houses individual front seats and a rear bench trimmed in black cloth that extends to the headliner and door panels. The wood dashboard and floors are joined by a textured metal firewall, and the rearview mirror has beveled edges.

The four-spoke steering wheel sits ahead of Classic instrumentation consisting of a 140-mph speedometer, an 8k-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. The five-digit odometer shows 3,300 miles, which represents the distance driven since completion of the build.

The 319.2ci straight-eight was rebuilt prior to installation with poured babbitt bearings as well as replacement pistons and valves. The seller fabricated both the lake-style header and the intake, the latter of which is topped by dual Holley 94 carburetors. The 1955 Chevrolet distributor has been fitted with a PerTronix electronic ignition conversion kit, and a Delco alternator supplies the 12-volt electrical system.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a rebuilt three-speed manual gearbox and a US Gear dual-range auxiliary transmission. The rear axle was also rebuilt per the seller, and it has a 4.69:1 final drive ratio.

Photos taken at various stages of the build are presented in the gallery.

The seller reports that the car was featured on My Classic Car and in the magazine Ol’ Skool Rods in 2017. It has also since been shown, winning a class award.

The Wisconsin title lists a “Street modified” notation.

Turbocharged Quad-Four-Powered Ford Model A Phaeton Hot Rod 5-Speed

This custom hot rod was built by the seller, the owner of R-Good’s Auto Works in Denver, Colorado, approximately 15 years ago using a 1929 Ford Model A Phaeton body mounted to a modified 1931 frame. Power comes from a turbocharged and intercooled 2.3-liter Quad 4 inline-four linked to a five-speed manual transmission and a Rodsville quick-change rear end. The channeled body has World War II-era warplane-style details, and the car rides on a Z’d frame with a front drop axle, rear ladder bars, Pete & Jake’s shocks, Unisteer rack-and-pinion steering, and front disc brakes. Inside, custom green and tan upholstery is joined by a Sun Super Tach, Stewart-Warner gauges, and a concealed digital media receiver, and other highlights include a Carson Top, MegaSquirt 2 engine management, a stainless-steel side exhaust, and American Racing 15” wheels. This Ford hot rod is now offered with a clean Colorado title in the seller’s name listing the car as a 1931 Ford.

The steel body was channeled, the doors were shaved and the car was sprayed with PPG 586 French Gray paint, according to the seller, and beige pinstriping accents the character line. Graphics inspired by the Northrop P-61 Black Widow known as “Midnite Madness II” were added to the cowl and fuel filler door. The black Carson Top has an aluminum frame.

The custom hood has a scoop, and vents, scoops, and aircraft-style hook latches were mounted on the side panels. The headlights are from a ’29, and the seller used ’37 taillights. Paint chips and dings around the car are shown up close in the image gallery below.

The 2.3-liter Quad 4 inline-four is equipped with a T3/T4 turbocharger, a MegaSquirt 2 engine management system, and an American Autowire wiring harness. A side-mounted intercooler and a Walker radiator cooled by a SPAL 16” electric fan were utilized along with a custom-fabricated aluminum fuel tank.

The car rides on a ’31 frame that has been Z’d at the rear, and a custom crossmember has been added. The leaf-spring suspension features Pete & Jake’s shocks all around as well as rear ladder bars and a ‘32 front drop axle with wishbone radius rods. A Unisteer rack-and-pinion assembly has been installed, and braking is handled by front discs and ’40 Ford “juice” rear drums.

American Racing 15×6” front and 15×8” rear Halibrand-style wheels are wrapped in Cooper Cobra tires.

The cabin is trimmed in dark green with tan tuck-and-roll inserts, and lap belts are provided. The dashboard fascia has been painted to complement the exterior, and a black rubber mat lines the floor. A Bluetooth-capable digital media receiver is connected to a 400w amplifier and four speakers. A heater is mounted to the firewall.

The three-spoke steering wheel is mounted to a quick-release hub and sits ahead of a column-mounted Sun Super Tach that has been converted to solid-state internals, while a central instrument bezel houses a barrel-style speedometer and Stewart-Warner auxiliary gauges. An Innovate Motorsports digital air/fuel ratio gauge is mounted below the dash. The five-digit odometer indicates 11k miles.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a T5 five-speed manual transmission and a Rodsville quick-change rear end. The fabricated stainless-steel exhaust system has a Borla muffler. An oil change was performed in January 2025, and fluid leaks are noted.

The car is titled as a 1931 FOR using the VIN 4334220, which is consistent with a Ford Model A engine produced in February 1931. The frame stamping showing the sequence A4334220 is shown above.

BMW to Produce a Short Run of Concept Speedtop Shooting Brakes

To a gearhead, concept cars can be emotional roller coasters. They blow you away with their styling and inspire fantasies of owning something so visually exciting and distinctive, but it doesn’t take long before reality sets in. Concepts rarely make it into production looking the way they did on a manufacturer’s car show stand. Many of them have been destroyed because they weren’t street-legal and the automakers who created them didn’t have storage space for them. The Concept Speedtop that BMW recently showcased at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2025 won’t meet that fate because BMW is going to put it into production – but not for long.

So what exactly is a Speedtop? That’s BMW-speak for a three-door interpretation of one of its Touring (aka wagon) models, essentially a shooting brake. It certainly has a concept car look to its V-shaped front end, slim headlights, and the center spines that run down the middle of the hood and the roof. Even the paint job has a show-car flare to it, transitioning on the roof from Floating Sunstone Maroon to Floating Sundown Silver.

The two-seat interior has a similar two-tone look. According to BMW, “Here, the brown ‘Sundown Maroon’ world harmonizes with the light ‘Moonstone White’ of the seats. The two-tone leather upholstery divides the dynamic and functional areas of the interior. The visually striking roof spline on the exterior is mirrored as a light beam in the two-tone leather headliner, providing atmospheric, indirect illumination.”

The open compartments behind the seats have leather straps designed to hold made-to-measure luggage for a weekend getaway. The leather-lined two-level trunk can hold a matching weekend bag. You may recognize the company that makes the luggage: Schedoni – the leather goods company that crafts the fitted bags that go inside the front and rear trunks of Ferraris. And if you’ve ever worn a pair of wingtips or longwings before, you’ll spot all of the brogue-style details on the upholstery.

BMW didn’t release any engine or performance stats for the Concept Speedtop, but the company did say that it will have “the most powerful V8 engine currently offered by BMW.” Assuming that excludes a full hybrid setup like the one in the M5 Touring, it seems as if the Concept Speedtop will be equipped with a 617-horsepower 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8, such as the one in the mild-hybrid X5 M Competition.

So how many Concept Speedtops will BMW produce? Seventy lucky collectors and enthusiasts will be able to get their hands on one. Perhaps we here at the ClassicCars.com Journal will see one at a future Arizona Concours d’Elegance. If we do, we’ll be sure to share our experience with you.