Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500

the Shelby Mustangs were equipped with a modified 289ci V8, but in 1967 the GT500 is launched, equipped with a big 428ci V8 PI (for Police Interceptor), officially rated at 360 HP but under-estimated so as not to frightened the insurance companies.

The GT500 shares the new shape of the 67 Mustang, but with Shelby add-ons, such as specific tail lights, or body elements in fiber. The engine is fitted with an aluminium intake manifold and a pair of four barrel Holley carburetors. The suspensions were reinforced version of the Mustang GT's, and the GT500 was equipped with standard disc brakes. It was also the first american car to be equipped with a roll-bar as standard.

The superb Shelby GT500 we are proud to offer is 1967 model fitted with the automatic gearbox. The history is clear from the delivery to a Boston based Ford dealer until its importation in Europe, and the sale to the present owner.

The car is is a stunning original condition. The deep blue paint is shinny, the interior is near perfect, and the engine gearbox, and all mecanical components are working like a dream. The car retains its original specification, except the front seats that come from a more comfortable 71 mach1, and the steering wheel that is not original. these elements can be found on the market if needed.




Thursday, December 1, 2011

Bugatti Type 51

The Bugatti Type 35, the dominant force in Grand Prix racing since 1924, is already starting to become old, obsolete and is no longer competitive against the new generation of Grand Prix racers. In dire need of a replacement, Ettore Bugatti presents in 1931 the all-new Grand Prix Bugatti, the Type 51.

Even though the two cars look very much alike, they are fundamentally different in terms of engineering. The new 2300cc straight 8 engine with double overhead camshaft of the Type 51 racer developed a strong 160 bhp when the most powerful Type 35, the T35B, could only crank out 140 bhp thanks to the use of a supercharger.

The fate of the Type 51 in Grand Prix racing wasn’t up to par with the expectations of its creators. With the competition of Government-backed Italian and German brands, the Type 51 never managed to shine like its predecessor. With a single win in its career at the 1931 French Grand Prix, it ended the line of pre-war Bugatti racers. With approximately 40 units built, the Bugatti Type 51 is rare and exceptional.