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1952 Chevrolet Thriftmaster Pick Up Custom - Hemmings Preview

The Thriftmaster Pick Up Trucks of the early 1950’ were part of GM’s ‘Advance Design’ family of light and medium duty Trucks,  Panel Vans, Suburbans and utility vehicles produced from 1947 to 1954. The Thriftmaster referred to the 1/2 ton variants, and the Loadmaster the 3/4 and

2015 Porsche Macan S - Auction Preview

VIN: WP1AB2A56FLB67800 Mileage: 58,891km 3.0L Twin Turbo V6, 340hp and 339 lb/ft Torque coupled to a 7 speed PDK gearbox. Premium Plus Package: Includes 14 way front seats, heated front and rear seats, ventilated front seats, Blind Spot Assist, Parking Radar, Rear View Camera, Porsche Entry and

1993 VW CORRADO VR6 - 41,000km -Bring A Trailer Preview

VIN: VWEE0504PK005605 Mileage: 41,170km Dark Burgundy Pearl Effect (LC3U) on Grey Cloth (XT) with 5sp. Manual Gearbox Grey Cloth Recaro cloth seats, grey interior Two owner Canadian car, Dealer Serviced LAWRENCE ROMANOSKY Phone: 403-607-8625 Email: Lromanosky@me.com This 1993 Corrado VR6 (SLC) was sold new from Dieppe Auto,

1970 Mercedes Benz 280SL Pagoda 4 Speed Manual

* One family owned Canadian Car * Repainted in its original colour of Tobacco Brown (DB423) in the late 1980's * New Cognac (250) Leather seat covers and carpets were installed in 2016 with correct materials * Nardi wood steering wheel * Becker Mexico Radio * Being freshened after long term storage in preparation

1927 Ford Model T 'Highboy' Street Rod - Hemmings Preview

1927 Ford Model T Rod This Model T  VIN: C181179 'MAKE OFFER' LISTING ON HEMMINGS https://www.hemmings.com/listing/1927-ford-model-t-313218 This Model T was constructed over the last 10 years by a Calgary enthusiast who contracted the build using many So-Cal Speedshop parts and a performance Chevrolet

1953 Sunbeam Alpine Mk 1 -Bring A Trailer Preview SOLD

1953 Sunbeam AlpineBid for the chance to own a 1953 Sunbeam Alpine at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #218,216.Bring a Trailer This 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is one of 801 left-hand-drive Mk I examples built between 1953 and

JDM 2004 AUDI RS6 Plus #9/20 - PCar Market Preview

* Model: RS 6 Avant * VIN: WUAZZZ4BX5N900009 * Mileage Shown: 189,992 * Transmission: Automatic * Title Status: Registration * Color: Ebony Black Pearl * Seller Type: Private Party * Location: Calgary, AB T2R 0K9 * Country: Canada * Lot #: V-0062703 At the end of the first-generation Audi C5 RS6 production run in 2004, a limited-edition RS6 Plus model

1985 Porsche 911 Turbo Look 3.6 - Bring A Trailer Preview SOLD

VIN: WP0AB0911FS121854 Mileage: 52,695mi. 3.6L-Powered 1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe M491Bid for the chance to own a 3.6L-Powered 1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe M491 at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #216,573.Bring a Trailer This

1963 Corvette Split Window Coupe - Bring A Trailer Preview SOLD

Auction on Bring A Trailer 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split-Window CoupeBid for the chance to own a 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split-Window Coupe at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #219,593.Bring a Trailer This 1963 Chevrolet Corvette split-window coupe is

14,541 mile 1971 Jaguar E-Type Recommissioning Update

September 2025 update: Work continues on the E-Type V12. The car had some minor front end damage early it its life, and the centre section of the bonnet was repainted - but the paint was not matched well. We sent the bonnet out to Cosmos Collision to be repainted. We

2010 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC ADRENALIN - Cars & Bids Preview

VIN: 1FMEU2D80AUF01398 291,000km Colorado Red on Black Leather Interior For Sale in Calgary for $13,000 4.6L V8, 292hp, 6sp Automatic. The Sport Trac is a Ford Explorer variant, with a pick up bed replacing the 3rd row seat and luggage area of the SUV. It was produced

2013 Porsche Cayenne GTS-SOLD

VIN: WP1AD2A23DLA78053 Mileage: 135,530km Meteor Grey on Espresso Full Natural Leather Interior $35,000 This Porsche Cayenne was sold new at Porsche Centre Calgary, and spent time in Calgary and Kelowna, BC. Apart from a bumper repaint it has original paint throughout. Full front clip protective film is still

1966 CHEVROLET NOVA SS 283ci 4sp Auto Survivor - Hemmings Preview SOLD

VIN: 611837000459 Sandalwood with Cameo Beige Roof and Fawn interior. 283ci V8 with 4 Speed Automatic gearbox 63,000 Miles, two owners from new #459 of 652 models built in Oshawa Ontario in 1966. This Chevrolet II Nova Super Sport was purchaed new at Barber Motor in Weyburn Saskatchewan. It

2025 TRIUMPH BONNEYVILLE BOBBER TFC, Bring a Trailer Preview #51/750

32km only $23,000 CAD purchase price Offered for $23,500 FOB Calgary, AB Triumph’s Bonneville Bobber is one of its most commonly customized models, with its minimalist design offering ample opportunity for personalization. The new 2025 Triumph Bonneville Bobber TFC takes advantage of the possibilities of Bobber customization

1963 AUSTIN HEALEY 3000 MkII BJ7 5 Sp. Fast Road Spec - Hemmings Preview

HEMMINGS 'MAKE OFFER' LISTING: https://www.hemmings.com/listing/1963-austin-healey-3000-mk-ii-704622 VIN: H-BJ7L/25089 ENGINE #: 29F/RU H 6908 BODY#: 60954 (3163 BJ7) Completed Sept. 13-17 1963, Dispatched Sept 25, 1963 Build completed between 2017 and 2025 Parts purchased from Moss Motors, Dennis Welch, Autofarm + Specialist component manufacturers New

1932 Studebaker President Type 71 St. Regis Phaeton Custom - Hemming previw SOLD

https://www.hemmings.com/listing/1932-studebaker-president-calgary-ab-931344 Built by Street & Performance of Mena, Arkansas and completed est. 2009. 125 inch wheel base (Type 71) - short wheel base version of the President 8 (the Type 91 had a 135" wheel base) GM 350ci ZZ4 Crate Motor: 405lb/ft Torque

1948 CADILLAC 62 CLUB COUPE CUSTOM - Bring A Trailer Preview SOLD

To Be Listed on Bring a Trailer in August 2025 Bought in 2012 from the estate of a Wyoming resident who commissioned the build at Drew's Garage in Tempe, AZ. The vehicle was returned to Drew's Garage in 2016 for modifications which included a switch from

2015 NISSAN PATHFINDER LE AWD - SOLD

$17,500 Under 100,000km, fully dealer serviced (Stadium Nissan) including CVT fluid. Complete with organized service file. Always garaged, No accidents, clean CARFAX, no paintwork PPF film on front hood, fenders, bumper cover and mirrors 2 sets Nissan wheels with summer and rubber rubber (30%-40% remaining tread) About

1973 FORD MUSTANG 302 Auto - Hemmings Preview

https://www.hemmings.com/listing/1973-ford-mustang-calgary-ab-109646 LAWRENCE ROMANOSKY Phone: 403-607-8625 Email: Lromanosky@me.com Marti Report ABOUT THIS MUSTANG This Ford Mustang was bought new at Macklin Ford on Macleod Trail in Calgary. The original lady owner drove the car in Calgary and later moved to Edmonton Alberta. It was

1959 Corvette C1 283ci 4-Speed - Hemmings Preview SOLD

Chassis Number:  J59S103255 Engine Number: 21 5534778

2019 BMW M2 Competition 6sp - Bring A Trailer Preview SOLD

This BMW was purchased at BMW Gallery in November 2019 when it was 6 months old and had covered 14,399km. It had come off a short-term Lease to one of the BMW Gallery employees. BMW Canada had incentive leases for dealership employees at the time, in an effort to

2017 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 2LZ 8 Speed Auto 1,850km -SOLD

LAWRENCE ROMANOSKY Phone: 403-607-8625 Email: Lromanosky@me.com VIN: 1G1YS3D63H5606137 LAWRENCE ROMANOSKY Phone: 403-607-8625 Email: Lromanosky@me.comDo you have a car to sell? Please fill out the form below!

2010 Porsche Cayenne S Overland - Cars & Bid Preview SOLD

NO RESERVE AUCTION ON CARS & BIDS Ending September 26th at 12:54 PM MDT https://carsandbids.com/auctions/3pqk28OB/2010-porsche-cayenne-s?ss_id=718c8478-89d8-49c4-be57-d05d75b464ad&ref=lr_1_2 195,650km (Sept 14, 2025) 4.8L V8 with 4 valve/cylinder, Direct Fuel Injection, 385hp, 369 lb/ft Torque One

Barn Find: 15k mile 1971 Jaguar E-Type S3 V12 Coupe 4 speed w/Air

1971 Jaguar E-Type Series 3 V12 4-Speed Manual Open Two Seater VIN: 1S70998 Production: 03/1971 5,340cc OHC V12, 278hp 4 Speed manual gearbox Air Conditioning LAWRENCE ROMANOSKY Phone: 403-607-8625 Email: Lromanosky@me.com About the V12 Jaguar E-Type 1971 was the first year of the famous Jaguar V12

One Owner 1978 Corvette Silver Anniversary L48 4-Speed - Bring A Trailer Preview SOLD

No Reserve: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette 25th Anniversary Edition 4-SpeedBid for the chance to own a No Reserve: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette 25th Anniversary Edition 4-Speed at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #200,288.Bring a Trailer The C3 Corvette went

2016 TESLA Model S 60D - Sold

5YJSA1E2XGF149257 20,531km (Feb 5, 2024) Price: $CAD 35,000 Autopilot Computer 1.0, Highway Autopilot, Premium Connectivity Software V11.0 (2024.44.4) 328 hp @ 5000 rpm horsepower 387 lb-ft @ 0 rpm Torque Dual AC Induction motors with all-wheel drive Single Speed gearbox 75 kWh battery pack software limited

2010 LEXUS HS250h JDM 33k-SOLD

VIN: ANF10-2031515 32,958km $15,500 The Lexus HS250h was one of the first luxury hybrid vehicles. The HS250h combines the efficiency of a Toyota Prius drivetrain with the luxury of a Lexus sedan. The HS250h uses a powertrain similar to the Toyota Prius, but with a larger 2.4L

2024 GMC SIERRA 3500HD AT4 DURAMAX - Sold

1GT49VEY5RF190665 CAD$99,000 37,030 km Exterior colour: Grey · Interior colour: Black Engine: 6.6L DURAMAX, 470hp, 975 lb/ft Torque 10 Speed Allison Automatic transmission Exterior: Sterling Grey Metallic Interior: Black/Kalahari leather  No sun roof All recalls completed and serviced Oct 2024 Factory Options: - Power assist

Jaguar Needs A Rescue

Jaguar has succeeded in getting everybody’s attention with their ‘Reimagine’ re-branding. However, getting everybody talking about your product doesn’t necessarily translate into sales if the marketing campaign and the product are misaligned. Ever since the now-departed JLR CEO Thierry Bolloré announced the Reimagine strategy in 2021, I thought

2006 HONDA MOBILIO Spike (JDM) - SOLD

VIN: GK1-1206434 Mileage: 42,500km (March 8, 2025) Price: $15,000 (now arrived and Alberta registered) The Honda Mobilio is a compact 'Multi-Wagon' based on the Honda Global Small Platform, which also underpins the Fit (Jazz in Europe), Airwave, City, Freed and HRV. These vehicles can be FWD

2017 LEXUS ES 350 - SOLD

58ABK1GG5HU043317 23,700 km (Nov 24, 2024) Satin Cashmere Metallic (4U7) Flaxen Leather Interior (W4) In Service June 14, 2017 Price: $33,750 CAD About the Lexus ES 350 The Lexus ES 'Executive Sedan' is the mid-sized sedan offering from Lexus, now in its 7th Generation. Debuting in

2000 TOYOTA WiLL Vi (JDM) - SOLD

VIN: NCP19-0006769  88PS 2NZ-FE 1.3-litre 16v engine Column mounted, four-speed automatic gearbox with O/D. Pale Rose Opal Metallic (3N7) Mileage: 48,000 km To Be Auctioned on Bring-A-Trailer No Reserve No Reserve: 2000 Toyota WiLL ViBid for the chance to own a No Reserve: 2000 Toyota WiLL Vi

Condo Living and EVs

The energy agnostic among us recognize that EVs make excellent vehicles for in-city driving if you have a place to park them and where it is practical to wire in a level 2 charger. These 240V wall boxes will charge at around 10kW and replenish a day’s driving in

2021 Subaru WRX (VA) Sport Auto - SOLD

Bought (Leased) new in Calgary and serviced at the dealer, this WRX features the performance oriented Lineartronic CVT gearbox (aka Subaru Performance Gearbox). Though this gearbox is a Continuously Variable Transmission, it behaves like a Dual Clutch Gerbox (DSG, PDK etc.) with programmed 6 or 8 gear ratios depending on

The Hybrids Are Coming

I am writing a lot about the electrification of automobiles because I think the subject is not very well understood. It is complicated and not easy to compress into simple generalizations. Also, personal transportation has become heavily politicized which isn’t helping with the dissemination of useful information.  I think

2019 Tesla Model 3 Performance -Sold

VIN: 5YJ3E1EB5KF367625 MILEAGE: 45,900km (Oct 1, 2024) BATTERY: The Performance version (2019-2021) of the Tesla Model 3 is equipped with a lithium-ion battery NCA* (Nickel-cobalt-aluminum) with a capacity of 75 kWh, made up of 4,416 cells (type 2170) divided into 96 modules. ELECTRIC MOTORS: Front - induction AC

Cost of Ownership: EV vs. ICE

There continues to be lots of heated debate about EVs, mostly along entrenched sociopolitical lines. Which vehicles have the lowest lifecycle GHGs and environmental footprint? Can the electrical grid handle the power requirements for EVs? Can EV batteries be recycled? How long do EV batteries last and how much do

Driving vs. Charging

The Metrics Behind Long Distance Travel by EV Most evaluations of EVs are fixated on range and ‘range anxiety’, but I think most EV owners stop thinking about range right after they buy their vehicle.  On a single charge, most EVs can comfortably exceed 300km. This is three or four

Vehicle Depreciation: EV vs. ICE

The subject of the depreciation rates of EVs, compared to ICE vehicles, came up on a recent Podcast I was invited to join (with more on this later). I am reasonably bullish on EV long term value retention, but predicting this future depreciation is challenging.  Normally when looking at anticipated

2009 HONDA INSIGHT HYBRID (Gen 2 - JDM) - Sold

VIN: ZE2-1108805 20,200km (Feb 4, 2025) Combined HP: 98hp @ 5,000rpm, 123 lb/ft @ 1,000 - 1.500rpm Combustion Engine: 88hp, 88 lb/ft Torque Electric Motor: 10kW (13hp, 58 lb/ft torque) Gearbox: CVT Battery: 100.8V (nominal) , NiMH 6.5kWh Emissions Rating: AZ-PZEV / ULEV Transport Canada

2009 TOYOTA PRIUS HYBRID S 10th Anniversary (JDM) -sold

2nd Generation (XW20) VIN: NHW20-3534483 COLOUR: Blizzard Crystal Pearl (070), TRIM: Beige Cloth (FF41) Mileage: 51,674 (Sept 24, 2024) Price: $13,750 Engine: 1NZ-FXE is a hybrid 1.5 L (1,497 cc), 76hp, 82 lb/ft Torque Electric Motor: 67hp, 295 lb/ft torque Combined output: 110hp Accelleration:

1970 Jaguar E-Type Series 2 OTS (Open Two Seater) - SOLD

Chassis #; 1R12419, Engine #7R-1o348-9 Mileage: 2k Miles since restoration note: new door key FS885 This Jaguar E-Type is an example of one of the final narrow body, short wheel base 6 cylinder cars that was produced before the introduction of the V12 Series 3 E-Type. It is a Canadian market

1973 Jaguar E Type Series 3 OTS (Open Two Seater) - SOLD

This Series 3 V12 Jaguar is a Canadian market car that was sold new by Cooke Motors on Centre S. North in Calgary. The car was purchased by a Medicine Hat Physician own owned the car from new until he passed in around 2010. The car was purchased by his

1961 Land Rover Series 2 88"

VIN #1441-04099 88" Short Wheel Base LHD 'Utility' with Canvas Tilt Greensand (Jaguar E Type Colour) with Olive Canvas Ground Up Restoration from 2018-2023 Sympathetically updated with 8:1 compression 2.25L Series 2a Engine, Weber Carb Large collection of NOS parts used Rare Capstan Winch, restored

2005 Maserati GranSport (M138) -SOLD

Bring-A-Trailer No Reserve Auction ends Monday Sept 9, 2024 @ 1:00pm No Reserve: 2005 Maserati GranSport CoupeBid for the chance to own a No Reserve: 2005 Maserati GranSport Coupe at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #161,975.Bring a

2011 BMW 335 IS Cabriolet - Sold

2011 BMW 335 IS CAB WBADX1C58BE569966 120,791KM (AUG 31, 2024)  MRSP $80,550 twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve inline-6, aluminum block and head, direct fuel injection 320hp, 332 lb/ft torque M Sport Body Kit Optional Extras: Metallic Paint (Black Sapphire Metallic) Navigation 7 Sp. Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)

1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SL (R107) - Sold

1979 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL (R107) Bring-a-Trailer No Reserve Auction ending Wednesday, March 19 at 2:26pm VIN: 10704412055556 Mileage: 80,050km (March 10, 2025) Colour:  Astral Silver (DB735) on Blue MB Tex (818) Lawrence Romanosky, Lromanosky@me.com, 403-607-8625 History This R107 450 SL was purchased at the Mercedes Benz

2002 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4WD Dual Cab with TRD Off Road Package - SOLD

No Reserve Bring-a-Trailer auction ending Thursday, Sept 5 @ 12:00pm No Reserve: 45k-Mile 2002 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab SR5 4x4Bid for the chance to own a No Reserve: 45k-Mile 2002 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab SR5 4×4 at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and

2002 Toyota Century V12 (GZG50) - SOLD

VIN: GZG50-0005664 Mileage: 181,078km (March 26, 2025) To Be Auctioned on-line, No Reserve. Lawrence Romanosky, Lromanosky@me.com, 403-607-8625 The Century badge on the bonnet and trunk lid is hand carved and depicts the Golden Phoenix - the symbol from Japanese mythology which represents the Imperial House Of Japan.

2020 Winnebago Boldt BL with Volta Power Systems Li-Ion Battery System - SOLD

2020 WINNEBAGO BOLDT SUMMARY MILEAGE: 19,600 km (July 31, 2024) Built on 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis Top-of-the-line Winnebago Class B Motorhome 'BL' Version with rear bedroom and 2+1 sleeping Scaled weight (one occupant, 3/4 tank fuel, 3/4 tank propane, empty water) 4,140kg

2007 Campagna T Rex-SOLD

Mileage: 2,065 km Engine: Kawasaki 1352cc 4-stroke water cooled inline 4 cylinder , 84mm x 61mm Denso digital fuel injection 44x4, TCBI Ignition with Digital Advance 200hp @9,500 rpm, 113 lb/ft Torque @ 7,500rpm, 11,000 rpm max revs Dimensions: Length 3.5M, Width 1.98M, Height 1.

2016 Mini Cooper S 6 Speed Manual - SOLD

VIN: WMWXP7C5XG2C60673 Mileage: 37,105 km (July 17, 2024) 2.0L Turbo 4 Cylinder engine producing 180hp, 207 lb/ft Torque The original Mini was produced from 1959 t0 1990, and is considered a British Icon. This distinctive two-door car was designed for BMC by Sir Alec Issigonis. Only 10

2020 Jaguar F Pace SVR-SOLD

VIN: SADCZ2EE3LA633680 Eiger Metallic Grey with Two-Tone Ebony and Oyster Interior. Mileage: 51,705 km (July 17, 2024) The Jaguar F Pace is a Crossover SUV designed by Ian Callum and introduced by Jaguar Land Rover in 2016. The F Pace won the 'World Car Of The Year'

1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL (R107)

VIN# WDBBA48D1HA070390 Mileage: 91,840 miles (148,000km) $40,000 Color #148 white on Grey Leather Interior and Black Soft top. Body colour hard top included. California car imported to Canada in Jan 2023 with 91,002 miles. Passed the Out Of Province Inspection at 91,002 miles at Adair

2014 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Sportshift-2

2014 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Sportshift-2 VIN: SCFEKBAK2EGC18522 Mileage: 34,600km (May 2024) Date of Manufacture: 02/14 Stratus White on Obsidian Leather with Black Piano-finish trim $80,000 CAD About the Aston Martin V8 Vantage: The V8 Vantage was part of a new family of 'modern' V8

Call For Cars And Drivers September 20/21, 2024

For 2024 we have moved the venue from Lugnutz to Spruce Meadows and changed the date from early June to late September. We are adding a 'Show and Shine' in addition to the Friday Gala/Auction and Saturday drive. We've added Trellis as a co-beneficiary. This

2002 Honda S2000 Roadster-SOLD

2002 Honda S2000 JHMAP11472T000293 128,700km Sebring Silver Metallic (NH-552M) on Black Leather. The Honda S2000 was created to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Honda Motor Company.  It carried on the tradition of a small displacement, high revving open sports car started with the S600 and S800 of the

2021 Audi RS6 Avant - SOLD

Stealth Xpel, Stinger Radar Jammer, Matrix Audio, Vossen Wheels, Resonator delete. WUA1CBF22MN903004 Daytona Grey Pearl with Cognac Leather 30,700km (March 25, 2024) 591 Hp / 590 lb/ft Torque Total Purchase Price including Mods: $191,000 In Service Date: Jan 30, 2021. 4 year warranty. $133,000 (fob Calgary, Canada)

1981 Mercedes-Benz 500SLC - SOLD

VIN: WDB10702612002353 Mileage: 168,658km (Dec 21, 2023) Colour: DB876G - Cypress Green Metallic One of 1,133 5.0L 500 SLC produced to Homologate the C107 for international motorsport. 300,175 R107 Roadsters and C107 Coupes produced from 1971-1989 62,888 C107 SLC Coupes produced from 1972 to 1981

1956 MGA 1500 - Bring-A-Trailer -SOLD

VIN# : 16006 Engine #: BP1 5GB 6220 History: This MGA was sold new in Montreal to Otto Schmidt. He used it to travel to a family retreat in Sunny Acres, in Northern Quebec. His wife convinced him to sell the car because of a 'heavy foot'. In 1965 it

1969 Alfa Romeo GTV 1750 -SOLD

VIN# 1530241 Mileage (indicated): 79,867 miles Colour: Giallo Ochra (Yellow Ochra) Previous Sales Bring A Trailer, $USD 53,500, Feb 1, 2022: 1969 Alfa Romeo GTV 1750Bid for the chance to own a 1969 Alfa Romeo GTV 1750 at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best

2020 Ford F150 XLT Crew Cab SWB-Sold

VIN: 1FTEW1E46LKE76167 Mileage: 16,983km (Nov 20, 2023) In Service: Aug 18, 2020 (10km) 3.5L Ecoboost twin turbo V6, 375hp, 470lb/ft torque 10 Speed Automatic transmission Included: New studded winter tires and rims, full front clip XPEL paint protection (film), undercoating, spray on bed protection with folding tonneau

1981 Porsche 928 Undercarriage - Correct Coatings and Finishes

For the serious collector or restorer, the correct fasteners, coatings and finishes mean a great deal. Getting a close look at a completely original car is a huge benefit for anybody who values 'correctness' for their restorations. This video is essentially a 10 minute pan of the underside

Specialty Vehicle Marketing Post COVID

The way in which Classic and Specialty vehicles are bought and sold has changed dramatically in the last few years. On-line auction sites have exploded and become the new normal. Most of these sales are 'site unseen', meaning that the buyer relies entirely on the on-line presentation of

1981 Porsche 928 5sp. Recommissioning after a 40 year slumber -SOLD

1997 Mercedes-Benz SL500 (R129) - SOLD

VIN:WDBFA67F4VF145811, Engine # 119982 12 007726 Mileage: 133,200km (Oct 24, 2023) Smoke Silver (DB702) exterior with two tone Exclusive Mushroom leather (565) Production Date: Oct 17, 1996, In Service Date: April 18, 1997 Option codes: 241, 242(electric memory seats), 249 (dipping rearview mirror), 251 (radio MB), 289(wood/

Shop Walk @ Lugnutz Oct 20, 2023

This week the Jaguar 1986 XJ-SC left for The Netherlands, the 91 MB E500 left for California and the 300SL Gullwing has had it's brakes serviced with new wheel cylinders installed. 300SL Roadster is in for a brake service. The 81 Porsche 928 is getting a new timing

Shop Walk Oct 4, 2023 @Lugnutz

1991 Mercedes-Benz 500E - Bring A Trailer Preview - Sold

1991 Mercedes-Benz 500e VIN: WDB1240361B598263 Mileage: 230,574km (July 28, 2023) Ownership History: 1991-2006: Delivered new to Hans Huber of Landratsamt (Bavaria), Germany Sept 20, 1991. Significant maintenance in 2001 @ 150,000km including a new factory engine. 2006: Sold to ASL-Automobile (Dealer), Neuberend, Germany May 2006 with approx. 165,000km

2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 - Twelve Month Review

Current Listings and Live Auctions

15k-Kilometer 2009 Aston Martin DBS 6-SpeedBid for the chance to own a 15k-Kilometer 2009 Aston Martin DBS 6-Speed at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #112,740.The best vintage and classic cars for sale online | Bring a Trailer https:

1986 Jaguar XJ-SC 5.3 V12 Hemmings Preview - Sold

SAJNL304XGC132839, 96,000km This vehicle will be listed on the Hemmings 'Best Offer' auction platform, and is for sale in Calgary, AB. https://www.hemmings.com/listing/1986-jaguar-xjs-361751?utm_medium=email&utm_source=offer_transactional&utm_campaign=listing_is_live Lawrence Romanosky, Calgary, AB Canada, 403-607-8625

1989 MERCEDES-BENZ 420SEL (W126) - SOLD

WDBCA3501KA432891 69,628 MILES https://www.hemmings.com/listing/1989-mercedes-benz-420sel-229011?utm_medium=email&utm_source=offer_transactional&utm_campaign=listing_is_live This W126 Mercedes-Benz W126 was purchased with 31k original miles from Dean Laumbach in New Jersey, and imported into Canada in Jan 2013. The vehicle has

2019 Range Rover Supercharged (full size) - Sold

2019 Range Rover Supercharged, VIN: SALGS2RE0KA556690 Loire Blue on Ebony, 43,800 km, Warranty End Date: July 31, 2023 About the 2019 Range Rover: The 4th generation Range Rover, or L405, was produced from 2013 to 2022. It replaced the L422 (2003-2011) and has just been replaced by the new

1959 Lancia Appia Zagato GTE -SOLD

This is one of about 700 Zagato bodied Lancia Appias produced from 1956 to 1963. Five versions of these lightweight, aerodynamic cars were produced including the prototype, Zagato GT, GTZ, GTE (Series One and Series Two) and Sport. It is One of about 300 Zagato GTEs, one of about 160

2023 CPYF Drive Of Champions

Fifty classic, specialty and exotic cars line up outside Lugnutz to start the inaugural Drive Of Champions - a charity event supporting the Calgary Police Youth Foundation.  Twenty donors and 30 kids from the CPYP program were treated to a Police-escorted drive to Priddis and back, courtesy of the generous

2009 Aston Martin DBS V12 6sp - Sold

Enjoy the video! The list of modern front engine, V12 cars with 3 pedals is pretty short. This is the classic configuration for the cross-country grand tourer. This has got to be the recipe for price appreciation - they are not going to make cars like these for much longer.

2002 BMW Z8 Bring-A-Trailer Auction Preview - Sold

Topaz/Crema, 25,300km from new Canadian Car Clean CARFAX, no paint work, and all other original finishes Recent major service from Calgary BMW New Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires, replacement head unit (stereo), windscreen, tail lights ($4k each!). Over $20k in recent expenditures. One of 321 Topaz out

Extended Warranties: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

When I was a few years out of University I was doing well enough to afford my first nice sports car - one that wasn't rusty and started without a push.  In I think 1995 I found a really nice 1990 Mazda Miata Special Edition - the British

Is Elon Musk Taking A Page From Henry Ford's Playbook?

When I was deciding which electric car to order in 2021 it was between the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the Telsa Model Y.  The Ioniq was a much fresher and more interesting design with better packaging and faster charging. The Tesla had much more advanced software, a far superior charging

1985 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL For Sale in Calgary, Canada - Sold

For Sale in Calgary Alberta, POA, phone 403-607-8625 or email Lromanosky@me.com This Mercedes-Benz was sold new into Mississauga, Ontario then spent some time in the US, before being imported back to Canada. It was traded in on a Cadillac at Don Wheaton Chevrolet-Cadillac in 2020, after which it

1985 Citroen 2CV 6 'Deux Chevaux' - Sold

Soon to be listed on Hemmings On-Line Auctions. Vehicle is in Calgary Alberta, phone 403-607-8625 or email Lromanosky@me.com for more details. This Citroen 2CV 6 Club was refurbished in The Netherlands in about 2013/2014 and then sold into Calgary, Canada shortly after, and has been here since.

Style Icons... That Were Never Styled

I am preparing a Citroen 2CV for sale. It is a car that has represented France in every form of popular culture, but was never sold in any quantity in North America.  They are quite rare over here and I have never got a chance to drive or examine one

1961 Land Rover Restoration Video - Complete!

Lawrence Romanosky is a 'car guy' operating a Specialty Car Service, Restoration and Brokerage Business out of Calgary, Canada. Lromanosky@me.com     403-607-8625

Honda vs. Hyundai

The first nice car that I was able to buy was an Acura Integra Type R.  This was in 1997 and I had my name on the list for one of the first Porsche Boxsters, but the Type R offered more performance for half the money.  I didn’t know

Customers As Friends

The automotive industry doesn’t score that well, generally speaking, with consumers.  Most people, particularly those under 40, would happily buy a car on their phone if they could.  Many do just that and buy a Tesla. Servicing your car is at best inconvenient, and at worst expensive and frustrating.

Canada Could Become A Global Leader In The EV Supply Chain - And Give Ourselves Better Vehicles In The Process.

The electric car has become a lightning rod (sorry) for polarizing views on transportation and the environment - especially in Alberta.  A balanced and honest portrayal of the issues seems to be largely missing.  Where fact-based arguments should exist, there are ill-considered opinion pieces and virulent Social Media posts.  I

How Can We Make This More Complicated?

Americans are really good at making simple things that work.  Germans are good at making really complicated things that work if you look after them properly.  The British, French and Italians make simple and complicated things that may or may not work.  Working on a wide variety of machinery, and

Peak Combustion Engine Vehicle Sales?

I liked a recent quote from Bloomberg's Colin McKerracher that calling 'peaks' is generally a no-win endeavour, "the call will either be correct but seem obvious after the fact, or wrong and cause for years of mockery".  That being said, he went on in

Mercedes-Benz W124: An Undervalued Classic

1993 Mercedes-Benz 300CE CabrioletBid for the chance to own a 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300CE Cabriolet at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #100,076.The best vintage and classic cars for sale online | Bring a Trailer This 1993 300CE Cabriolet has

Request For Interesting Vehicles

George Curnew from Lugnutz, Dale Walmsley and I, collector friend Gary Peddle and Barbara Pohl from the Calgary Police Youth Foundation are organizing a charity car show and drive on June 2/3, 2023.   We will have a show/reception at Lugnutz on the Friday evening and a drive -

Will CEOs - Or Their Replacements - Walk Back Announcements of a 100% BEV Future?

As early as the next buying cycle we will have the option of buying a full-electric (BEV) or a Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) version of most mainstream vehicles.   In my opinion the BEV’s are superior machines for most uses, provided you can charge from home and do not need to

EV to RV: Technology Transfer

The massive investment in e-Mobility is providing useful technology that is now being adopted by the RV industry - principally the adoption of large capacity Lithium Ion battery packs which have a host of benefits for camping and long distance travel. The typical RV is set up with dual systems

11k Mile 1998 AM General Hummer H1 on Bring A Trailer - Sold

1998 AM General Hummer WagonBid for the chance to own a 1998 AM General Hummer Wagon at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #97,914.The best vintage and classic cars for sale online | Bring a Trailer This 1998 Hummer

Building Depreciation Curves: When To Buy And Sell

Part of my business is acting as a consultant and advising clients on what vehicle they should buy, or at least what should be on their short list. Cost of ownership occupies a significant portion of the discussions, as it is of prime importance for buyers of basic transportation and

Dealership Allocation and Ordering: Explained

My mostly automotive related social media is full of accounts from unhappy customers who have placed orders with car dealers and have either heard nothing about when their new vehicle may arrive, or have had their orders cancelled and deposits returned because the vehicle they wanted is unavailable.   I ordered

Designing Cars For The Second Owner

The Ford Model T was built to last and be easy to maintain.  Henry Ford thought that the design and construction couldn't be improved upon, so he didn't try.  15M were made from 1909 to 1927 when it was finally replaced by the Model A -

How The Pandemic Will Change The Dealership Model

A client of mine sent me the above podcast a few months back in response to one of my columns about the role of the car salesman.   I found it very entertaining, and illustrative of the absurdity of the traditional sales model for new and used cars. One can'

1961 Land Rover Series 2 88" Restoration (in photos)

A photo essay on a 1961 Series 2 88" Land Rover that was restored by Lawrence Romanosky and Dale Walmsley between 2018 and 2022. The vehicle has been sold and is now in a ranch in Montana.  Lyle from Rods n'Restos did the sandblasting and metalwork.  Asit

EV Range In Extreme Cold

It has been rather chilly in Southern Alberta this last week before Christmas.  Night time lows have been in the mid negative 30 deg C range and the daytime highs not much better.  With an EV that is left outside in extreme cold, and its battery pack allowed to freeze,