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AMG 3 piece OZ Wheel Restoration

April 15, 2020 959 views

I had my first set of these beautiful AMG 3 piece wheels on my 1988 Mercedes 300CE in college. I had to trade a new chrome set of AMG Monoblocks and some cash to get these. I remember repairing cracks in the barrels due to pot holes which happened more than a few times. The wheels were never quite the same after any wheel repairs. Its been 27 years and I decided to dive back into the AMG cars I loved when I was young. I acquired a set of AMG staggered wheels for a 500SEC and a 500SL but both are in desparate need of a restoration. I either had to take them in to a professional wheel company or I could try it on my own….

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Clarion G80 Sound System Restoration

April 6, 2020April 9, 2020 779 views

Clarion G80 Sound System I have a 1983 Mercedes 500SEC euro spec that was fitted with them AMG body kit and trunk spoiler, AMG Rear Speaker Shelf, Rial Wheels , as well as the visually impressive Clarion G80 Sound System in the center console. When I bought the car, it needed everything. It sat in a barn for over a decade and needed some major attention. Unfortunately the Clarion system was not working. The previous owner said it did work before being put away for many years. When it came time to start troubleshooting the sound system, it became obvious that it was going to be difficult. The Clarion G80 would power ON which let the different modules glow green but the tuner display, the tuner, and the tape deck did not work.

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Lamborghini Countach Wing Found in Los Angeles

March 19, 2020 361 views

Lamborghini Countach Wing

Spotted for sale is a New Lamborghini Countach Wing for over $10,000 USD. Due to the rarity of the wing the seller wants upwards of $10,000 USD. He believes that the rarity of his wing should command a much higher price compared to an aluminum wing. He is basing this on the last sale price of an aluminum wing. This wing was purchased from a shop that was closing down. This wing was stored in a factory oem box and never mounted on a Countach for over 30 years. The box is currently missing but seller is working on locating it. This wing is fiberglass and not aluminum like the other Countach wings.

I am curious as to the value of this particular plastic Countach wing?

Is it worth more or less than an aluminum Countach wing?

Which is more rare?

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1989 Land Rover 6 x6 Defender 110

March 16, 2020 312 views

1989 Land Rover 6 x6 Defender 110

Spotted in Carlsbad, California is a 1989 Land Rover 6 x6 Defender 110 for $68,000 USD. Here is a unique opportunity to buy one of the most rugged overland vehicles to exist. This is a 6 x6 Defender Ambulance produced by JRA Limited for the Australian Army and manufactured and assembled in Moorebank, New South Wales. It is 1 of 92 ambulance variants built. This vehicle has a 4 cylinder 3.9L turbo diesel Isuzu engine. It entered service in May 1989 and legally exported to the USA in June of 2016. It was originally titled in Nevada but now holds a South Dakota title with current registration until August 2020.

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Ferrari 308 GT4 Tribute to Niki Lauda Found in LA

February 13, 2020 585 views

Ferrari 308 GT4 Tribute to Niki Lauda

Spotted for sale is a Ferrari 308 GT4 Tribute to Niki Lauda for $65,950 USD. The seller states this is a 1975 Ferrari 308GT4 painted as a tribute to Niki Lauda and Clay Regazzoni. This car is duplicating the graphics found on 2 original factory 308GT4 cars provided to both drivers at the inaugural 1976 Long Beach Grand Prix. The graphics were inspired by the Formula One 312T race car. Also at this LBGP race, Clay Regazzoni was able to accomplish the triple crown in auto racing by Qualifying First, Race Winner , and Setting the Fastest Lap! It is in excellent condition with over $125,000 invested in the restoration which includes mechanical, electrical, and custom work. It has a european bumper conversion, stainless custom exhaust system, and more.

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1984 Ferrari 400i Convertible Found in Nevada

January 16, 2020 472 views

1984 Ferrari 400i Convertible

1984 Ferrari 400i Convertible Found in Los Angeles for $20,000 USD. I was recently offered a 400i convertible conversion without the motor for 29k. This would seem to be a much better deal. The seller states that Grandpa tried to make a convertible out of this 400i. I am interested to see the top mechanism move up and down. This looks like it could be home made. It is a running driving car with its original interior and 12 cylinder motor! Car comes with a clean title and currently located in Nevada.

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