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itsworn · 7 years

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Is This 1950 Airflyte Canada’s Coolest Nash?

Gord Leeson had just sold a 1957 Nash Metropolitan that he had built for his wife. Donna loved the turquoise and white convertible, but the pint-sized car wasn’t practical for highway driving.

A few years ago, Gord’s brother-in-law bought a farm. Hiding in the shed was a 1951 Nash Statesman. The owner had no intention of selling it, but the styling of the car made an impression on Gord and he decided to start looking for his own fullsized Nash to build.

“I scoured the Internet and found a 1950 Nash Airflyte for sale at Frankman Motors, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota,” Gord told us. “The car came from St. James, Michigan, and was in good shape, with minimum rust.” A deal was made, and one of the employees agreed to trailer the car to the Canadian border crossing in Montana where Gord met him and hauled the car the rest of the way to Didsbury, Alberta. “The poor guy was late, due to having to replace his radiator after hitting a deer, but he assured me the Nash was OK.”

With the car home and on the hoist, the teardown began. “The next step was to ship the rolling body to Wadson’s Hot Rods in Edmonton for a new chassis. The car is a unibody, with no removable chassis, so a tubular chassis was built and tied to the existing unibody chassis. We used a Heidts Mustang II frontend, a four-link rear with a Ford Explorer differential, and coilovers.”

Back at Gord’s shop, brake lines were plumbed and the underside of the body was undercoated. “I wanted a driver, so we used a brand-new 350 Chevy long-block, topped with three Speedway Motors 9Super7 carburetors. The engine was tied to a 200-4R transmission.

“The car was off to my friend Gale’s home garage for bodywork done, then off to a spray booth for paint. I knew the color of dark green that I wanted, but couldn’t seem to find it, until it drove past me one day. The new Fiat 500s have a retro green, and that is the darker green that I used. I wanted the car to keep its original look, so I left door handles and trim where they are supposed to be.”

In the center of the dash, a rolling “breadbox door” covers controls for the Vintage Air system, the Retrosound audio system, cell phone, and other functions. Classic Instruments modified one of their blackface 1957 Chevy Package clusters to fit perfectly in the Nash Uniscope column-mounted gauge pod. Michael Van’t Wout of Crown Automotive Interiors, in Red Deer, Alberta, covered the GMC Yukon bucket seats in medium tan pleather.

These big Nashes have been nicknamed “bathtubs” as long as they’ve existed, so Gord and Donna had no problem choosing personalized tags for the Airflyte—but the Nash is also known as Bertha.

“It’s a great car to drive, and floats down the highway at 70 mph on Artillery wheels and Diamond Back tires,” Gord says. “We get lots of questions as to what is it, and where did we find one.” Bertha’s admirers include the Goodguys judges who selected the Nash for a Builder’s Choice award at the Northwest Nationals in Spokane.

The Leesons haven’t met too many other 1950 Nash Airflyte owners, but one stands out. “One day I happened to be watching Jay Leno’s Garage,” Gord told us. “The featured car on that show was his 1950 Nash Airflyte. Leno mentioned that his car was missing a horn ring, so if anyone had one that they didn’t need, to contact him. I did, and after a wonderful phone visit, Jay suggested that we bring the ring to his shop in person, and he would give us a tour—so we did.” The Leesons enjoyed a great afternoon with a fellow bathtub owner, talking cars and touring his remarkable collection, all thanks to Bertha.

Classic Instruments Tech Tip:

Use Classic Instruments SN57G fittings to angle an oil pressure sender away from the distributor on small-block Chevrolet engines.

Classic Instruments offers an oil pressure sender fitting kit to help install a sender in tight locations, such as a small-block Chevy engine. In a small-block Chevy engine the oil pressure sender cannot be mounted directly in the engine because it is too close to the distributor. The SN57G oil pressure sender fitting kit includes a 1-inch extension and 45-degree elbow that will allow the sender clearance from the distributor. The extension and elbow both have 1/8-inch NPT threads to match the threads of the oil pressure sender. It is important to not use Teflon tape on the threads of the kit as well as the sender in order to ensure good ground contact for the sender and to make the oil pressure gauge read accurately.

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500madness · 6 years

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Are you looking to lower your FIAT? This MADNESS Coilover Kit is manufactured by V-MAXX and is imported from the Netherlands directly to us. This kit gives you maximum flexibility in setting the perfect ride height for your FIAT 500. Height is adjusted from low to very low with the adjustment tool included. No other kit will allow you to lower your 500 as low as this kit without doing additional modifications. These Kits are German TüV approved and come with a 2 year manufacturer warranty from V-MAXX. _______________________________________ Tag a FIAT owner that needs this. _______________________________________ Visit 500MADNESS.com to get yours today. . . . #500MADNESS #Fiat #Fiat500 #Fiat124 #124abarth #Abarth #FiatAbarth #FiatUSA #500Club #Fiat500Cinquecento #Fiat500Abarth #FiatUSA #FiatCinquecento #Fiat500Owners #Abarth500 #AbarthGram #Abarthisti #AbarthAddict #longbeach #austin #austintexas #austincarlife #austintx #austinlife #MADNESSAutoworks _______________________________________ Inquiries: [email protected] Business Phone: (562) 981-6800 (888) 993-7552 Website: 500MADNESS.com

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vividracing · 7 years

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New Post has been published on https://www.vividracing.com/blog/vividracing-client-cars/customers-fully-built-and-customized-fiat-500-abarth/

Customers Fully Built and Customized Fiat 500 Abarth

Take a look at the mod list on this Insanely Modified 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth!

When The Fiat Brand was brought back to the United States, it got a fair amount of praise and criticism alike. The company did a great job of diving in and producing a performance model of their 500 model for enthusiasts. The 500 Abarth was a modified and upgraded version of the standard 500. This model included updated more aggressive styling, up-rated and lowered suspension, Larger brakes and wheels, a hotter engine and performance exhaust. Even though this is a performance model, people still want to get more out of the chassis. Being a light, nimble, turbo charged vehicle, there is a ton of performance left to be extracted. The car below has an entire list of performance modifications which enhance the driving experience and help promote a more enjoyable vehicle. Most of the parts are listed below were purchased from us and available through our retail store. Check out this heavily modified Fiat 500 Abarth and get some inspiration for your own personal build!

To view all of our Abarth Performance Parts CLICK THIS LINK

If you do not see what you are looking for, or have questions regarding products and fitments, please feel free to contact us via phone 1-480-966-3040 or email us at [email protected].

Chassis & Suspension:

– Bilstein BCBR Dual Adjustable Coilovers – El Gato Chassis Braces – DNA Racing Top Strut Bar – DNA Racing Lower Subframe Brace – CPR Top Mounts – Madness Top Chassis Brace – CPR Rear Chassis Brace – Neu-F Anti Roll Bar – Neu-F Rear Bar – DNA Racing Tie Rod End Links – Energy Suspension Bump Stops

Engine & Mechanical – Forge Intercooler – Forge BOV – Forge Wastegate Actuator – MPx 47mm Throttle Body – MPx Lightweight Pully – RRM CAI – PTP Turbo Blanket – HPSi Boost Retention Valve – AAD Catch Can – AAD Torque Strut – AAD Short Shifter – Prometeo 6 QT Oil Pan – Prometeo Steel Skid Plate – Custom Intercooler Piping for Cold Side return – Custom Battery Relocation (now behind passenger seat) – Custom ECU mount (now that battery is gone) – Awesome FIATTech Oil Fill Cap – Custom heat shielding in several areas for radiator coolant return and down pipe isolation – Open Flash Performance Stage 2 Tune – RRM Engine Cover – Mini manifold breather filter – Custom 45mm Turbo Charge Pipe MOD – AEM Induction Systems Dryflow Conical Performance Air Filter – NGEN Performance Coil Packs

Exhaust: – Madness de-cat downpipe – Custom 2.5 exhaust fabricated by combining Magnaflow Sport Exhaust with NEU-F Exhaust. This means I purchased both systems and combined them for my current setup. Added MBS 100 cell race Catalytic Converter inline underneath the driver area. – PTP Downpipe Blanket & Lava Wrap

Body: – Carbon Fiber Front Lip – Carbon Fiber Rear Diffuser – Carbon Fiber Hood Scoop – Carbon Fiber Side Skirts – Cravenspeed Stubby Antennae – Cravenspeed Rear Wiper Delete – Cavallino Front Grill – Cavallino Front Lip – Carbon Fiber Intercooler Frames – Big Ass Rear Wing from Madness (required serious fabrication to install) – Partial Matte Black Body Wrap (roof) – Custom Mesh install on Cavallino Grill – JDM Quick Release Fasteners (keeps the front facia snug) – MPx Hood Struts replacing the prop bar

Wheels: – Yokohama S-Drive 215/35 17 Tires – BBS CS-4 in Anthracite/Silver (these are 4×98)

Brakes: – Wilwood 6 Piston Front Kit with braided lines – Wilwood Rear Brake Kit with braided lines

Interior: – Likewise Neil Diamond Golden Shower and Golden Rod (minor bling 🙂 – Rear Seat Delete – 2 alternate horns with buttons mounted next to the e-brake. One truck horn (installed) and one available for another horn.

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itsworn · 7 years

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20 Trend-Setting Mopars From Scottsdale Barrett-Jackson!

2016 was a rough year on so many levels: the unexpected passings of Prince and Princess Leah; Fiat Chrysler Automobiles announced it would halt building automobiles in the U.S.; and a rough, Pyrrhic-like election with no winners and no survivors. But January 2017 offers us actual hope! It’s a new year with new values and plenty of folks ready to grab opportunity by the hoo-haw.

By some lucky coincidence, the new President’s inauguration occurred during the crescendo of Barrett-Jackson’s premier 2017 auction at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Now in its 46th year, Barrett-Jackson’s cavalcade of cars has grown to be nine full days of automotive bliss, dazzling the senses with lights and sounds that would make P.T. Barnum blush. Yet Barrett-Jackson is so much more than just an auction; Dodge had a display in the Sponsor Pavilion, and Elvis would have a field day with the expensive products being touted in the Exhibitor Marketplace Pavilion. In the Sponsor and Exhibitor Midway outside, you could find automotive- and motorsport-related businesses touting their trailers, tires, full-zoot vehicles, and more. Lifestyle activities like Dodge Thrill Rides allowed spectators to experience a nice way to deal with the fact that the auction in the big top is a rich man’s game. Or is it?

Watching the auction on TV, it’s easy to get the impression that the auction’s target market are Fortune 500 members, but that’s not telling the whole story. Sure, the Salon Collection Pavilion has top-shelf muscle, celebrity-owned exotics, classic Italian sports cars, and coach-built classics on display. And further down the complex you’d find plenty of desirable post-war American vehicles, ranging from factory-built to hot-rodded. And, yes, 1970-71 Barracudas continue to demonstrate their popularity to rival certain Brand X pony cars, but the meat and potatoes are outside. Thousands of cars—some pristine, some less so—wait to cross the auction block and find new owners. These are the vehicles you don’t get to see on TV, and they run the gamut from “Someone paid how much for that?” to “Wow, someone got a good deal!” So with this new year and mood, were there more deals to be had? According to some observers in the know, their collective impression is that (aside of some outliers) the market has softened a bit. Could it be due to a strong stock market? Market correction? Poor Arizona weather?

It remains to be seen if prices truly are getting back to normal. Yet in respect to giving you the full Monty, here are 20 cars we’ve hand-picked to show you that Barrett-Jackson hasn’t entirely squeezed out the typical hobbyist!

1937 Plymouth

When the gavel fell: $33,000

Yup, a Mopar hot rod that doesn’t suffer from transgender engine issues! Unusual for being powered by a 318 plus 727 automatic, this two-door “slantback” featured tasteful custom touches including an interior that didn’t go overboard with anachronistic modernity. If you enjoy driving more than pampering, this pre-war Plymouth seems ready to handle the rigors of daily jaunts while you plan your 360 build.

1955 Chrysler-Ghia

Streamline X “Gilda” When the gavel fell: Did not meet reserve

One of the few vehicles at Barrett-Jackson to feature a reserve, this one-off Italio-Exner creation is said to have been built “to explore solutions for crosswind resistance and rear-end grip.” The Gilda supposedly was capable 160 mph with its 70-horsepower turbine motor. The aluminum body sits on a square tube chassis and features an ahead-of-its-time full belly pan. First seen at the 1955 Turin Auto Show, rumor says the owner was seeking a seven-figure bid.

1955 Chrysler New Yorker Deluxe St. Regis

When the gavel fell: $47,300

The C-300 is not the only desirable 1955 Chrysler in the market! The high-spec New Yorker, especially when trimmed in fancy St. Regis two-door hardtop regalia, was a looker. Its two-toning and other distinctive trim hinted at Imperial aspirations for relatively pauper prices. Of course, it’s powered by a Hemi, this one a 331 that was only 50 horses shy of the mighty C-300. The trim package continued into 1956 (red, also shown), and one of those sold for even less ($25,850), although the one pictured reached $49,500.

1956 DeSoto Fireflite “Pacesetter” Convertible

When the gavel fell: $148,500

DeSoto struggled in the 1950s, being squeezed out of the market in the middle of the 1961 model year. Nevertheless, this brand (situated between Dodge and Chrysler) arguably wore Virgil Exner’s Forward Look styling best. DeSoto introduced two special models for 1956: the performance-oriented Adventurer, and this commemorative Indy pace car, the latter of which 100-200 were built. Equipped with a 255-horse 330 Hemi and new-for-1956 pushbutton PowerFlite automatic, this ragtop easily could make us forget about lusting for a 300.

1957 Chrysler 300-C Convertible

When the gavel fell: $104,500

The Chrysler 300-C, the third in the series, came into its own in 1957, featuring fantastic soaring fins and a new dual-quad Hemi worth 392 cubic inches and 375 horses (with 390 optional). A new companion convertible joined the hardtop, but America’s mightiest car was never cheap and not for everyone, which is why only 484 convertibles were built. Not sure about the black headlight buckets, but nonetheless this one actually sold on the cheaper side as far as they go.

1957 Imperial LeBaron Sedan

When the gavel fell: $96,800

The Imperial has always been a good value in the car hobby, perhaps because it always has played third fiddle to Cadillac and Lincoln. It certainly rings true for this LeBaron-trimmed resto-mod, despite initial appearances, thanks to having had over $700,000 invested in its build. Power comes from a 392 Hemi with Retrotek fuel injection and eight Stromberg clones. The vintage silver brocade and black leather interior is complemented by cut-pile wool carpeting to maintain 1950s style and luxury, with modern equipment (like sound system) hiding under the seats and in the massive trunk. Wow!

1960 Plymouth Fury Convertible

When the gavel fell: $49,500

Oh, how the mighty have fallen! Virgil Exner’s stylish 1957 Plymouth was a distant memory by 1960, which was ungainly in comparison, but certainly that is part of its appeal. In top-line Fury guise (no longer a performance model after 1958), the convertible is a strong collectible that often goes for a lot of money due to its rarity and restoration cost, but the basic (wide-block) Poly 318 likely helped keep the price of this closer to Earth. Oddly-shaped steering wheel adds to the kitsch appeal.

1962 Imperial Crown Convertible

When the gavel fell: $40,700

Here’s a perfect example of how the Imperial is consistently a good value. With only 554 convertibles built in 1962, this Imperial went for a fraction of what some of the greatest Exner creations go for—full of classic American luxury, no less. The baroque styling was out of place by 1962, but it’s hard to beat a triple-white cruiser replete with power accessories (including AC), 413 power, and style. Just be sure to maintain the chrome properly because restoration costs can easily exceed the car’s value.

1965 Dodge Coronet 440

When the gavel fell: $17,600

1965 was a new era at Dodge, with new full-size cars and B-Bodies moving into the mid-size class. The latter was called the Coronet, a name revived from several years before. Engines up to the 426/365 were available (aside of the Race Hemi), but Coronets were rather anonymous. Here in mid-level 440 trim, this silver Coronet features a 383, four-speed, and mild performance modifications to create an affordable muscle car. Compare it with the black Coronet Deluxe (also shown here) which appears to have a quality Super Stock-inspired build at $34,100.

1968 Dodge Super Bee Hemi

When the gavel fell: $82,500

Dodge cried foul when Plymouth introduced the Road Runner in 1968, so the Super Bee coupe was introduced mid-year to placate dealers. Like the ’runner, the ’bee featured a standard 383/335 with four-speed, and borrowed its gauges from the Charger and its hood from the Coronet R/T. And as a member of the Scat Pack, the Super Bee received trademark bumble bee stripes. Only 125 folks in the U.S. opted for the 426 Hemi, making this Super Bee one of the rarest Hemi vehicles in 1968. After six-figure prices several years ago, this is all it may take to buy performance and image.

1969 Plymouth GTX Hemi

When the gavel fell: $93,500

Compared to the previous Super Bee, this GTX is downright luxurious, plus slightly more numerous at 196 built for the U.S. The color isn’t everyone’s fave, but the seller claims The Boss (as ads proclaimed in 1969) has its original drivetrain, which also includes a console-shifted automatic with 3.55 gears. Curiously, this GTX is trimmed with white pinstripes (red or delete were the other choices) but wears redline tires. Too rich for your blood? Settle for a 383 Road Runner and save yourself 50 grand.

1969 Dodge Charger R/T

When the gavel fell: $115,500

Torn between a Viper and a classic Mopar? Here’s your solution: start with a lengthened 2002 Viper chassis and build a 1969 Charger around it. The cockpit is pure Viper, as is the 488ci V-10, but from the outside it looks like a resto-modded Charger. The creature comforts that are often missing from stock Vipers are present, making this Charger a more habitable car to drive (even when compared to stock 1969 Chargers). With fit and finish better than either car, this Charger may be unattainable to most, but we’re glad it’s attainable.

1970 Plymouth Barracuda “TORC”

When the gavel fell: $129,800

If you followed SEMA coverage last year, you may have caught this Barracuda as part of Axalta Paint’s display. A Roadster Shop chassis with coilovers and 14-inch Wilwood brakes carry the weight, but there are two noteworthy features that make this Barracuda a standout: subtle modifications like flush-mounted glass front and rear, and a 1,000-horse Cummins Turbo Diesel. With 2,700 ft-lbs. of torque, can you guess how this E-Body received its nickname? An awesome car for the well-heeled, but it gives you something toward which to aspire.

1970 Plymouth Barracuda Gran Coupe

When the gavel fell: $44,000

What caught our eye was the unusual set of strobe stripes, a mid-year option that is not often seen. Looking over this Barracuda some more, it appeared that it was the luxury-oriented Gran Coupe with several sloppy tweaks to resemble the performance-oriented ’Cuda. The 383 had its 2bbl. replaced by 3×2 induction, but overall this E-Body is in some ways the quintessence of Barracudas (and other cars) seen at auctions and eBay: schizoid personality without grace. The seller should be happy to receive this bid.

1970 Dodge Challenger Custom

When the gavel fell: $220,000

It’s been a long time since The Roadster Shop debuted this Challenger, but it stands the test of time well. Its presentation, aided by a glowing engine bay, attracted spectators like moths to a flame. Everything about this Challenger reeks of good taste, even to the most jaded purist. If you’ve ever driven an E-Body, you know its ride is not up to par with its looks, but the tubular K-member and independent rear suspension with coilovers take care of that. Those modern updates were also carried over to the interior, helping this E-Body fulfill the potential that never made production. This is a retro American-style GT in the very best way. And, yeah, it has a Hemi. Time to aspire some more…

1970 Dart Swinger “Diamond Back”

When the gavel fell: $41,800

This is serious money for an A-Body, but this ain’t just any ol’ A-Body. Clean and tasteful, with three-stage Viper Copperhead metallic paint, this Swinger looks like a modern take on a Swinger 340 but features a big-block 383 backed by a 727 automatic. The springs were relocated and wheel wells widened to handle the 18- and 20-inch mags. A nice creative touch was the Scat Pack badge on the Ramcharger scoops. For about the same money as a classic Road Runner, you can drive this and reap the 21st century drivability it offers.

1970 Dodge Super Bee

When the gavel fell: $68,200

Was there a tougher-looking car in 1970? Sure, who knows what Dodge stylists were attempting up front with the Coronet series, but it’s an endearing sort of ugly, much like a bulldog. The accentuated Coke-bottle lines were a nice update from 1968-’69, complemented here by new “hockey stick” stripes. Of course, the engine is what pushed up the price of this example from your garden-variety 383: a 440 Six Pack with 390 horses backed by a Pistol Grip four-speed. A12 1969 Super Bees tend to garner the most money for Six Pack B-Bodies, but this green ’70 is encroaching that territory. The seller did well.

1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda 440-6

When the gavel fell: $101,200

Everybody and his mom knows that the 1971 ’Cuda is the King of the muscle car world. When equipped with all the bells and whistles (Sassy Grass Green, “billboard” stripes, elastomeric bumpers, shaker hood), there possibly may not be a cooler-looking car as the era was winding down. Originally painted in “GA4” Winchester Gray, this ’Cuda is one of 237 U.S.-spec cars built with the 440-6. Also on the option list was a four-speed, leather seats, spoilers front and rear, and a Rallye cluster. As a rule, pony cars go for more money than mid-size muscle (compare with the Hemis above), but the fact that this one was dolled up was reflected in its price.

1972 Barracuda “Snake II” Funny Car

When the gavel fell: $220,000

This is the second-generation Hot Wheels Barracuda funny car raced by Don “The Snake” Prudhomme during his rivalry with Tom “The Mongoose” McEwen. Built by the legendary John Buttera, Snake II set a national record with a 6.35-second e.t. at the 1973 U.S. Nationals in Indy. Now restored and in running condition (with a Hemi, natch!), this Barracuda can’t be driven to the local cruise, but considering the trend these days is to drive your muscle car, this car is for a certain someone.

1977 Dodge “Macho” Power Wagon

When the gavel fell: $28,600

When the Big Three started to realize people were trading in their cars for trucks, they began to offer more comfortable interior appointments than the usual utilitarian fare. An extension of this marketing effort was Dodge’s “Adult Toys” series of the late 1970s. The Power Wagon in particular could be optioned with the Macho package, which included a sportier wheel and tire combination, special paint job with striping and graphics, and fancier interior. Due to the rate of attrition, time hasn’t been too kind to vehicles like this, so trucks like this are a rare sight. With 3×2 induction added to its 440, plus three-inch soft-ride suspension lift and 35-inch tires, this Macho Power Wagon demonstrates that malaise-era trucks have collectible potential.

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