A limousine fit for Abe Lincoln at Hemmings Blog – Classic and collectible cars and parts

Talk about a rarity. Check out this 1966 Oldsmobile 98 limo at a recent show held by the folks at Hemmings Motor News. The red paint and UPS truck mirrors on the door are strange to say the least. But all that aside, it's still one really cool classic car that's going to stand out at the shows and cruises from the typical Cadillacs.

A limousine fit for Abe Lincoln at Hemmings Blog

(via Hemmings)

Eight killed in tragic off road racing accident

News in this morning that eight people were killed when a off road racing truck lost control and hit a group of spectators. The accident happened during the annual California 200 race through the Mojave Desert in California. Aside from the confirmed dead, at least 12 are being treated in area hospitals for serious injuries. More details will follow. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to those killed and injured.

That Came With a Manual Transmission? Feature – Car and Driver

That Came With a Manual Transmission? Feature – Car and Driver

Some interesting offerings were available with manual transmissions at one time or another. When's the last time you saw a Dodge Caravan with a stick? I've only heard stories of these rarities and seen a few pics, but never in person. Car and Driver put together a great feature here. What's one of the rarest, modern day manual trans cars you've seen?

Tommy's towing toys

Tommy's towing toys

TV Tommy Ivo sure had a thing for glass sided trailers and great stories of life on the road hauling race cars. His COE Dodge though, takes the cake. I wonder where this is now? And the corvette with the rally stripes for that matter.

Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari: Is it worth $47,000?

Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari: Is it worth $47,000?


I don't know about $47k, but the Abarth 695 is seriously cool in every way! I'm anxiously awaiting the arrival of the 500 here in the states. As soon as I can track down what local dealer is going to be selling them, I'm going to be placing an order for a nicely decked out Abarth version.

2010 Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Schedule

This year will be our third year covering the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix and our 17th as spectators. Here's the full schedule for this year. Two weeks of automotive festivals and racing. Marque of the year is Audi, spotlight car the Chevrolet Corvette, and a special gathering of Yenko vehicles. The PVGP is the largest vintage motorsport festival in the country. And all proceeds from the event go to charity to benefit the Autism Society of Pittsburgh and the Allegheny Valley School. This event for the car shows is open to all makes and models. If you are interested in entering a vehicle please pre-register at Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Association

Sunday July 11
Kick-Off Rallye
Participate in this rallye thru Pittsburgh Friday July 16
Blacktie & Tailpipes

Race Week kicks off with a black-tie gala at the Pittsburgh Golf Club in Schenley Park
Weekend July 17/18
Historic Races at BeaveRun
Races at BeaveRun Motorsports Complex in Beaver Falls featuring American muscle cars and European racers from the 60's and 70's.Come watch the races or compete in our AutoCross and Karting events.

Monday July 19
Walnut Street Car Show
An exclusive car show in Shadyside.

Tuesday July 20
Car Cruise at the Waterfront
Take part in this 700 strong car cruise in Homestead.

Wednesday July 21
Downtown Parade & Car Show
Spend the day with the PVGP starting with a parade thru Pittsburgh and 3 afternoon car displays.

Tune-Up Party at Bossa Nova
A party at Bossa Nova from 6-9 PM. 7th Street will be closed and filled with dozens of race cars!
Sponsored by Metz Lewis

Weekend July 24/25
Schenley Park Race Weekend
Vintage races thru the streets of Pittsburgh featuring sports cars from the 30's, 40's and 50's. An International Car Show on the Schenley Park Golf Course - free for spectators.

Know your history: 1989 Cadillac Style ad

Don't you miss the days when everyone bought a Fleetwood Brougham or a Lincoln Towncar to pull their horse trailer. It is too bad that Caddy doesn't use this jingle anymore. When was the last time there was a jingle written specifically for a car?