Five "pontoon-fendered" Ferrari sports racers out on track together during the Monterey Historic Races was one of the absolute highlights of the Monterey Motoring week last month. Making it even more special was the fact that not all of them were 250 TRs; amidst the three-litre engined racers was the ferocious 335 S. Powered by a 4.1 litre twin-cam V12 engine this very rare beast ranks among the most powerful front-engined racing cars of the period, producing in excess of 400 bhp. The unique machine is only very rarely seen in public and we captured every detail.
At Pebble Beach the list of nominees for the much coveted 'Best of Show' featured just two cars; the winning Horch and this remarkable Siata 208 CS Stabilimenti Farina Spyder. This was the first time a post-war car was nominated into this very exclusive group. The small Fiat V8-engined has a lengthy history as a works car and during this period was modified from the more common coupe body-style to the very attractive 'Spyder' body it features today. Another fabulous machine entered at Pebble this Mercedes-Benz SSK Carlton Roadster. Acquired by the current owner for a record amount back in 2005, it has survived in absolutely original condition. Much to our surprise, it was only awarded a third in class.
The all important Frankfurt motor show will open its doors in a fortnight and the list of new releases is growing rapidly. Porsche has revealed yet another world debut that will grace their stand; the 997 Sport Classic. Limited to just 250 examples, it is a tribute to some of the great Porsche 911s of the past and features a more powerful engine and unique styling cues like the built-in rear wing and 'Fuchs' wheels.
Volvo's display will feature a completely revised version of the C70 tin-top convertible. The headlights, lifted off the recent XC60 concept, are the biggest changes compared to the outgoing version. Lexus have revealed the first glimpse of the LF-Ch Concept aimed to conquer the popular European hatchback market.
Enjoy the links:
1957 - 1958 Ferrari 335 S Scaglietti Spyder - Images, Specifications and Information
2009 Lexus LF-Ch Concept - Images, Specifications and Information
1929 Mercedes-Benz 710 SSK 27/180/250 hp Carlton Roadster - Images, Specifications and Information
2010 Porsche 997 Sport Classic - Images, Specifications and Information
1953 Siata 208 CS Stabilimenti Farina Spyder - Images, Specifications and Information
2010 Volvo C70 - Images, Specifications and Information