Category: Issue 13

An old boat sitting on the grass

Boat Buying 101

I was sitting quietly and looking wistfully into the distance while thinking about how much I’m going to miss my old, wee Formula Vee race car now that it’s been sold. The thought of looking for another race car did enter my mind but was now gone in a flash. My wife had entered the room and without batting an eye she looked straight at me and said: “We need a boat.”

Read More »
Drawing of a beach with a row of cars and hotels in the background

Wish You Were Here

During a large portion of the 20th century, postcards were the most popular way to communicate if you were travelling. Once you got to Niagara Falls or the Grand Canyon or the Florida alligator farms, you sat and wrote to all your friends and family back home how lovely the spot was and how much they would enjoy the sights.

Read More »
The Lyon Collection’s Landaulet town-car L-29 seen here was crafted by Pasadena’s famed coachbuilder Walter Murphy and one of only four ever made.

Power Cords

A pair of the Lyon Collection’s remarkable Cords were recently captured together at the Lyon Estate. This couple of iconic Indiana classic cars represent an automotive chord that resonates with automotive enthusiasts across time and generations.

Read More »

Magazine Issues

Recent Posts

A Tale of Two Lotii Part 1

A nostalgic journey into a lifelong passion for cars, this story traces early memories of motorsports, family influence, and the thrill of learning to drive behind the wheel of iconic British classics. From Mini Coopers to Lotus Elans, it’s a coming-of-age tale shaped by speed, mentorship, and unforgettable machines.

Read More »

MGB Crankcase Breather Fix-up

After reinstalling my 1965 MGB’s engine, it produced massive oil smoke. The issue wasn’t the PCV valve but a clogged side-cover oil separator, a common problem requiring cleaning and refurbishing.

Read More »