A Kart of History: Miniature Model T up for auction in Florida
Toronto, Ontario — To convince a grown adult that their casual neighbourhood-cruising vehicle should be a go-kart might be a tough sell to anyone but a certain bespectacled “Trailer Park Boy”—however, a kart designed like a Model T may just be the exception. In one of the rare cases where a top hat would actually […]
Local Legend: Southern B.C. business starts fundraiser to save iconic pink car
Chilliwack, British Columbia — Drivers in southern B.C. may be familiar with a certain pink car perched atop the headquarters of a Chilliwack irrigation company—well, it would seem that unless the community can rally together, the famous pink car may be headed to the crusher. The pink sedan has been tasting fresh mountain air from […]
Copart Competition: Copart opens entries for the 2023 Rebuild Challenge with $15,500 worth of prizes
Dallas, Texas — Copart, a global leader in online auto auctions, recently announced that the 2023 Copart Rebuild Challenge is now open for entries with $15,500 worth of prizes awaiting the top three winners. “We’re always impressed with the creativity and skill our Members demonstrate every year in the Rebuild Challenge,” said Fatima Ali, director […]
Timeless at Torcam: CARSTAR Brantford West restores 1930 Ford Model A to be featured in museum
Brantford, Ontario — CARSTAR Brantford West, one of three locations comprising the CARSTAR Torcam group, recently dedicated their time and resources to restoring a 1930 Ford Model A. The CARSTAR Brantford West team graciously jumped at the opportunity to restore the vehicle as the team is committed to giving back to their community in any way […]
The Holland Hoard: More than 200 very rare vehicles on auction in The Netherlands
Photo by Gallery Aaldering Dordrecht, The Netherlands — A series of auto auctions currently taking place in The Netherlands is proving historic, both in terms of scale and substance, as the more than 200-strong fleet of rare and classic cars owned by Dutch businessman Ad Palmen find new homes. With rides like the rare Lancia […]
Superior Screens: Infotainment retrofits for early-2000s Porsches now offer region-specific features
Toronto, Ontario — For those of you out there who might be thinking that your early-2000s Porsche is starting to outlive its former “cool factor,” the German OEM has begun selling refreshed infotainment systems to be retrofitted into certain early-aughts models. Drivers of certain 911, Boxster, Cayman, and Cayenne models will now be able to […]
Relic Recovery: Rust Valley Restorers duo to auction off 300+ vehicles this weekend
Tappen, British Columbia — Mike Hall and Avery Shoaf, better known by their show business moniker, the “Rust Valley Restorers,” are continuing to shed their impressive automotive collections, as the pair prepare to hold a no-reserve auction this weekend where they expect to part with hundreds of vehicles. In a Facebook video, Hall explained that he […]
Bent-ley Outta Shape: 1960 Bentley S2 found with $150m in drugs stashed within
New South Wales, Australia – Finding a Bentley S2 in decent shape is a restorer’s dream; the combination of the classic style, size, and use for parts represents a rare combination of aesthetic and physical quality. A Bentley shipped from Canada to Australia, however, provided another use for criminals. The individuals in question attempted to […]
Shamelessly Stolen: Calgary auto restorer robbed of tools, photo albums and Hot Wheels
Calgary, Alberta — A Calgary automotive restorer is appealing for the return of some personal momentos, after his shop was broken into twice. According to Global News, Donz Wheels of Time Restoration was broken into twice over the Canada Day long weekend. Hundreds of items were taken in two separate occasions, and the robbers also […]
Hauling Hope: Maaco Airdrie helps grant wish to local teen battling cancer
Airdrie, Alberta — For shops like Maaco Airdrie, community engagement is always at the top of mind and having the opportunity to grant the wish of a local teenager battling cancer is something they could never pass up. The collision repair facility was approached by the Make-A-Wish foundation on behalf of 17-year-old, Emma Jensen, who […]
