Here’s a rare find: newsreel coverage of the 1964 British Grand Prix at Brands Hatch in bright, beautiful, living color. You’re going to enjoy this. Continue reading
Category Archives: Motorsports
The Factory Lightweights: a Quick History
When the Detroit automakers went drag racing in the ’60s, they produced some very special cars that are highly prized by collectors today. Here’s a closer look at the factory lightweights. Continue reading
Inside the ’63 Chevy 427 Mystery Engine
Disowned by General Motors before it ever raced, the Chevy 427 Mystery engine became a legend in its own time. Here’s the story behind the story of this almost mythical V8. Continue reading
Video: Buddy Baker Breaks the 200 MPH Mark at Talladega
On March 24, 1970, Buddy Baker was the first driver in a stock car to officially exceed 200 mph on a NASCAR closed course. Here’s a vintage video recap of the historic achievement. Continue reading
Video: 1969 Donnybrooke Trans-Am
Many fans say the late ’60s was a high point for road racing in America. Watch this great footage from the Trans-Am series in 1969 and you’ll get some feel for what they’re talking about. Continue reading
In-car Video: Mercedes Gullwing in Exciting Hillclimb Action
Ride along with Daniel Muller as he wheels this priceless and beautiful 300SL Gullwing, at the limit and beyond, over a vintage hillclimb course. Continue reading
Video: Hot Rod Roadsters in Action
In the late ’40s, Southern California was the hotbed for hot rod roadster racing on the oval bullrings. Here’s some great old footage showing the incredible action. Watch this. Continue reading