Thread: :: Official Post A Picture Of Your Favorite Vintage & Classic ::

Post up pictures of your fav Vintage & Classics. I believe every car enthusiast needs to at least own a modern and a vintage car to experience the full spectrum of what this automotive passion has to offer. It is such a different experience to drive a car without the modern day technological advancements.

My 1971 VW Squareback is my favorite!

The Victorious 1952 Mercedes Benz 300SL Gullwing Racing Sport Coupe










The original winning car from the 3rd Carrera Panamericana Mexico in November 1952. The 3rd Carrera Panamericana was one of the top international races of the 1952 season. The double victory achieved by Mercedes-Benz there ranks as one of the brand’s most spectacular successes. Karl Kling and co-driver Hans Klenk won the race, a long-distance event covering 3111 kilometres, against strong international competition at an average speed of 165.011 km/h. Second to cross the finishing line, also driving a Mercedes-Benz 300 SL, were Hermann Lang and co-driver Erwin Grupp.

Kling’s collision with a vulture at 250 km/h, which left his car with a smashed windscreen and Hans Klenk with head injuries, went into the annals of racing history. In addition to replacing the screen, the mechanics also immediately fitted eight thin vertical metal bars to protect vehicle and driver in the event of a similar collision – still the vehicle’s most distinguishing feature.

ooohhhh man, 300SL Gullwing. <3