Citroën U55 Cityrama Currus, 1955. A sightseeing bus that was built for Parisian tour operator Groupe Cityrama. It was based on the chassis of a U55 truck. The top deck had a glass roof that could be opened up. The design was inspired by the iconic Bateaux Mouches that cruise the River Seine and the buses were built by Paris’s oldest coachbuilder, Carrosserie Currus. The fleet has long since been retired but in 2022 it was revealed that the last remaining U55 Cityrama is to be restored
More than rare: 1949 Fiat 1100B Cabriolet by Farina
In fact, describing this car as “Rare” is somewhat understating it, as it appears to be a unique specimen.
Actually, technically speaking, all these cars were “unique specimens” because they were vehicles produced exclusively on commission and with very specific requirements from the clients. Therefore, even for minor details, there were no two cars that were perfectly identical. In the case of…
The car’s many complex technical features were well documented in period, revealing that the automatic opening roof and distinctive ‘Frenched’ front and rear lights were all the work of Panelcraft, while James Young was likely responsible for the sumptuous interior that remains in its original form, albeit rather delightfully patinated. That means front seats and a dashboard upholstered in leather (practical for when one’s hapless chauffeur is required to drive roof-off in the rain) and a partitioned rear compartment finished in cosier cloth, the two sections trimmed in different shades of green and united by matching lambswool floor coverings. the Cloud’s passenger area is also equipped with its own speedometer and intercom. There’s also a pair of unusual, glass-fronted receptacles that might have stored the newspapers.
1961 Ghia L 6.4, my favourite car at the OCC Küstentrophy. With Chrysler V8 engine. 26 units were built 1961–1963. Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin owned one too. #GhiaL64 #Ghia #CarrozzeriaGhia #chryslerv8 #rarecar #rarecars #elegantcar #exclusivecar #carspotting #carspotter #classiccarspotting #vintagecarspotting #oldtimer #classiccar #classiccars #coachbuilt #autodepoca #voitureancienne #veteranbil #CarPhotography #classiccaroftheday #petrolicious #classiccarsdaily #automotivephotography #oldtimerrallye #occküstentrophy #küstentrophy #kuestentrophy @occ_kuestentrophy (hier: Lübeck) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cds-G5BImLA/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Sbarro Super Eight, 1984. Presented 40 years ago at the Geneva Motor Show, a relatively modest looking hatchback body covering the mid-engined drivetrain of a Ferrari 308 GTB. It remained a one-off
White and rare: 1958 Fiat 1100 Coupé by Pininfarina
Unfortunately we have to make do with a few poor photos to evaluate this very rare Pininfarina coupé.
We published another one, maybe in 2017, but that was in worse condition than this car which doesn’t seem to need anything as it seems preserved: this is also what the seller claims, stating that it is rust free as it has always been stored indoors.
The seller also says that the car was…
Coachbuilt Chrysler PT Cruiser Embraces Vintage Car Styling - Tara Hurlin @Hemmings
Love them or hate them, most of us will remember the public release of the Chrysler PT Cruiser, with the first models hitting production lines in early-2000 for the 2001 model year. The retro-styled compact car certainly made waves. During the PT Cruiser’s 10-year run, Chrysler made 1.35 million models to keep up with public demand, a surprising number to those who love to loathe them.
Hurtan, a…
Ever wondered who really owns #CoachbuiltWhisky? Well we've got you covered in our latest #Guide
Coachbuilt Whisky is a brand of whisky that’s seemingly come out of nowhere. The story goes that it’s a marriage of interests in coachbuilding and whisky between two high profile individuals. This guide explains who owns Coachbuilt Whisky. We’ll also cover why the owners are important and what it means for the brand in terms of taste and collectibility.
Like a bit more spice with your whisky?…