Classics Articles

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Victor Epand @ Monday, 26th May 2008 @ 7:15 PM

When you are getting a new car the last thing that may be on your mind is the tires for it. You really do need to pay attention to them though, as they will rule the way your car will run on the road. When you are looking for a god tire for your car, you may need to think about the auto parts that go with it too. If your car is a 5 bolt pattern, you will need this many bolts to help keep your wheels on the car. If you are going to be racing your car, you may have to consider the ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Scott Salter @ Sunday, 27th April 2008 @ 11:25 AM

Many people choose to restore and then display their antique cars at shows. No serious owner would ever fail to insure this prized possession. With such interest in old cars you will not be surprised to learn there are antique car insurance companies that take a particular interest in insuring this type of vehicle. With so many classic car insurers available, an owner should have no problem insuring their prized possession. Competition amongst insurers should also mean a quote that meets with th... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Gregory Smyth @ Sunday, 27th April 2008 @ 8:27 AM

Classic car is a term repeatedly used whenever one mentions about an older car, but the exact implication varies from person to person. Some tend to be very inclusive, classifying any older car in excellent condition as a classic. Others, including the \"Concours d\'Elegance\" and the Classic Car Club of America are adamant that 1948 is the final year for genuine classics. The Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) claims that it has coined the term Classic car and as is the case it bel... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Phoenix Delray @ Friday, 25th April 2008 @ 11:32 PM

The Volkswagen Bus, officially named the Volkswagen Type 2, is the second vehicle line produced by the German automaker best known for the Type 1 Beetle. The VW Bus is also known as the Transporter and made its debut in the year 1950. Inspiration for future cargo and passenger vans, several versions of the Volkswagen Type 2 are still being made today in world-wide markets. The very first of its kind produced in 1950, the Type 2 came with a split windshield, prompting its common nickname, ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Hilal Abdelwali @ Friday, 18th April 2008 @ 10:58 AM

Hybrid cars are powered by a combination of an efficient gas engine and by electric motor that helps with accelerations. Batteries that recharge automatically power the electric motor. Hybrid cars are built with much smaller, more efficient engines than regular cars. Most of the time, you don\'t need the extra power afforded by the larger engine, anyway. Hybrid cars are propelled by a combination of a gas engine and an electric motor - a complicated technology that still draws blank stares,... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Phoenix Delray @ Friday, 11th April 2008 @ 5:12 PM

The Volkswagen Type 1 is one of the world\'s most recognized, popular economy vehicles. Although the German made car debuted in 1938, it wasn\'t until 1967 that marketing materials reflected its common nickname, the Beetle. This same year the drive train received notable upgrades, while the popular round, bubbly, insect like design remained in many ways the same. 1971 marked the year when the Super Beetle hit roads, and production of this vehicle continued through 1979, offering a vers... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Thomas Zoellner @ Thursday, 10th April 2008 @ 3:49 AM

People who own antique cars are generally passionate about them; nevertheless, not one owner would ever consider failing to insure their car. Although you might think it hard to obtain, it is surprising how many companies can actually supply antique car insurance. Of course, with so many classic car insurers available, an owner should not have a problem insuring their prized possession; they are also more likely to get the policy at a competitive price. Mainstream auto insurers are also n... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Christa Kowalczyk @ Friday, 21st March 2008 @ 10:37 PM

When you think of a car that is born tough, incredibly masculine and delivers high-performance, actually you are thinking of a muscle car. All these attributes and many such others are known to be a part of the classic muscle car, and those who own one can readily agree with all the above. Since a long time, the muscle cars are thought t be some of the classic examples of the era when American automobile production had reached its peak. These classic American cars, with all their sensual ... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Thomas Pretty @ Saturday, 1st March 2008 @ 6:35 AM

Rolls Royce is a name synonymous with style and elegance; the cars made by this company are renowned for their luxurious nature as well as the quality of their design and manufacture. Dating back over one hundred years the car company has made models for the rich and famous and today, to own a Rolls Royce can be seen as marker of success, wealth and opulence. The company started from modest beginnings and has etched a niche in the luxury car market and created one of the recognisable and... more...

Cars and Trucks » Classics | By Derek Both @ Monday, 25th February 2008 @ 1:55 PM

Need info on vintage car insurance for your prized possession on wheels? Then this article is just the thing for you. According to general perception, vintage cars are seen as automobiles which are expensive and a symbol of high status. But contrary to popular belief, there are quite a number of old cars which are not glamorous or have a high cost of maintenance. To the common car owner there is essentially little difference between a shiny Mark Jaguar and a proud Austin A40. But i... more...