Top Cars of the 1930’s
Oct 15It was in the 1930’s that the modern car began to emerge as something distinct from the rickety vintages of the 20’s and before. Huge capacity engines and shapely curved designs became the order of the day as cars began to enter the peripheries of every day life. Long bonnets, protruding wheel arches and chrome cladding were the order of the day.
Ford, MG and Chrysler headed the market for high production 30’s cars but it was the smaller producer’s road racing vehicles that gained cult status. Images of the then supercars tearing around the Mille Miglia road race have lived on in popular imagination.
Alfa Romeo dominated the race throughout the 1930’s. The Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 took the title in 1930 driven by Tazio Nuvolari. The 6C won every race going in 1930 and marked the beginning of Alfa’s road race superiority. Its 1.8 litre engine delivered 102 hp. If any car has gained cult like status it is the 6C. There were just 257 made between 1930 and ’33 and they can now fetch up to £250,000.
The 6C paved the way for the sturdier looking and also more curvaceous Alfa Romeo 8C.
Various versions of the 8C won every Mille Miglia between 1932 and the war. Alfa’s cult like legacy had begun and is still reflected in its focus on design. The BMW 328 also gained iconic status from the Mille Miglia as did the Mercedes Benz SSK which was victorious for the only time the race was won by any other car in the decade.
On a more popular level, the Volkswagen Beetle surely deserves special mention in a round up of top 1930’s cars. Between 1938 and 2003 over 21 million have been manufactured. It was a car that was commissioned by Hitler for the people and found prominence in the 50’s and 60’s. Hard to believe the car we see gracing our roads now had its origins in the 1930’s.
The 30’s were a golden era of motoring where for the first time cars began to advance in performance and technology enough to resemble the cars we see today.
Lotus Elise S2 – A Great Deal Second Hand
Jun 23When shopping around for a great deal on a second hand car, be sure to check out the older Lotus design, the Lotus Elise S2. This magnificent car is still proving very popular today, and can be found on the second hand cars market at a reasonably reduced price. Whether you’re an individual sports car enthusiast or a small family, this car would be suitable for either and would work well as a second car to a bigger family unit.
Stylistically the car keeps it’s unique low level standing as well as it’s slim lined and aerodynamic body, creating a visual impact wherever it goes. Mechanically the Elise S2 is described as robust and no different to any other mainstream car. Furthermore the interior can be complemented on its high standard build quality, ensuring a compact yet comfortable ride.
Research shows that this car is extremely appropriate for everyday use, and does not cause a hindrance to any day to day chores that it may be needed for. Another upside to the Elise S2 is that it will not break the bank with regards to running costs.
It is advisable to find a specialist or independent dealer, this can ensure that great service comes at a respectable cost. Furthermore it has proven to be very reasonable to insure the Lotus Elise S2, encouraging limited mileage policies, overall making this car extremely cost effective.
The Lotus Elise S2 provides a high quality and stylistically advanced sports car for anyone who is looking to buy from the second hand market, whilst not being the newest model from the Lotus range, this vehicle still proves to be very much in demand and a great investment. If you are a small enthusiastic family, the costs of running this car work well for a household on a budget, and whilst only possessing a small cabin, can still provide a great sense of enjoyment for a second family car.
Lamborghini 400GT
Feb 20
Let’s take our minds off the state of the art Lamborghini Gallardo or Reventon and take a closer look at a classic masterpiece from Lamborghini: the Lamborghini 400GT. Introduced in 1966, the Lamborghini 400GT quickly became the favorite of those who are super rich or simply love the raw sense of speed and performance.
The exterior of Lamborghini 400GT is very similar to that of the 350GT, with several aerodynamic improvements added to the car. Lamborghini 400GT is beautiful nonetheless, featuring distinct headlights and front grill. The interior is no less beautiful, with leather seats and great technological features ready to make your rides enjoyable.
The secret behind Lamborghini 400GT’s amazing performance is of course the 3.929 cc V12 engine hidden under the hood. The engine is capable of producing a staggering 320 horsepower. Pair the powerful engine with lightweight aluminum body and strong chassis, and you have a supercar in hand for sure.
There are a total of 23 Lamborghini 400GT produced before the new Lamborghini 400GT 2+2 version was released. The newer version features a larger interior – and naturally a larger overall body size – that makes it possible for users to add two rear seats. Even with the increased size, the Lamborghini 400GT 2+2 is no less capable than the previous version.
The Lamborghini 400GT 2+2 was very popular indeed, and Lamborghini produced 247 cars in total during the period of 1966 to 1968. This car is considered one of the best classic cars of the era and is still favored by collectors.
