By / 04 June 2013
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Henrique, a Brazilian enthusiast and Petrolicious reader, curates a wonderful collection of machines with his father and a good friend. Of the many fantastic old cars in their stable, a gorgeous Alpina 2002Ti is among our favorites. Below, he shares his thoughts on the old racer, his collection, and the burgeoning enthusiast scene in Brazil.
By / 29 May 2013
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“Dinosaur!” That is what the critics cried in disbelief that the new Ferrari 365 GTB/4 had a front-mounted engine when it was launched at the Paris Motor Show in 1968. With the launch of the Lamborghini Miura, many thought Ferrari would follow suit and replace the 275 GTB/4 with a mid-engine supercar, but instead the car resolutely stuck to the same format Ferrari had used for all its road cars since the companies first the 125 in 1947.
By / 01 May 2013
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For thirteen years I have visited and driven on the infamous Nordschleife at the heart of Germany. Driving on the old northern loop provides an automotive experience that cannot be found elsewhere. Danger lurks behind every turn, making the experience both exciting and addictive. During the years I've been here I have heard the legend about a forgotten part of the course—the Südschleife—built at the same time as the Nordschleife but forgotten by most.
By / 22 April 2013
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Lancia owners may be looked upon as their cars: Passionate owners made of stern stuff. They drive their machines no matter what. When most enthusiasts would pamper their cars, these pain-loving creatures attack life head on. This is people who do not care about others' opinions, trends or plain common sense. The vehicles are used in all weathers and a noisy gearbox or lack of lights is firmly put on the charm account.
By / 05 April 2013
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Burned into my memory is the first time I heard the F-word. I was visiting my aunt and uncle over summer vacation. My older cousin was about to drive into town and asked if I'd accompany him. Stomping the heavy clutch of the red 1967 Camaro, my cousin turned the key, and the engine stalled. Then he said it, muttered it, or yelled it—I'm not sure exactly which, since my shock of his saying it has distorted the memory. “Don't tell your parents I said that.” “I won't.”
By / 18 March 2013
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We're big fans of the classic BMW E9, surely one of the most elegant GT coupes of all-time. We interviewed John Tolle, owner of a highly-original and seriously gorgeous 3.0 CS. Impeccably preserved, tastefully modified and driven with enthusiasm, his is one special coupe.
Thanks for the submission, John!
By / 05 February 2013
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I suffer from a burning desire for small European RWD cars. Porsche 912s, BMW 2002s, and Alfa Romeo Giulias are some of the most painfully beautiful automobiles ever assembled. I would really like to get involved with such magnificent vehicles, but I fear that my stature is a limiting factor. Classic car enthusiasts of the six-foot-four-inch variety have slim options. Which of the vehicles listed above would be in my best interest to pursue?
By / 22 October 2012
Our good friend and man of many talents Saam Gabbay explores the awkward beauty of the first generation BMW M Coupe in downtown Los Angeles.
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