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A ‘Tooned’ 1959 Porsche RSK Spyder
This drawing captures a side view of the 1959 Porsche 718 RSK Spyder—specifically, chassis No. 718-028. This one’s got a rich history, starting with its first owner, Christian Goethals from Belgium. Goethals took it to the track for a season and managed to snag first place at the 1959 Leopoldville Grand Prix in what’s now the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Not a bad way to break it in!
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‘Tooned’—Rod Hall’s Stroppe-Built Ford Bronco
In 1969, rising star Rod Hall lined up at the start of the NORRA Mexican 1000 in a Ford Bronco prepared by Bill Stroppe. Unlike his previous competitions in a Jeep CJ-5, Hall, alongside teammate Larry Minor, aimed for the top of the podium—and achieved it. Their victory marked not only a class win but also an overall victory in the race.
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So Right—1980 Honda CX500 RR Cafe Racer
I like cafe racers that are done "right." A subjective term, for sure, but when a motorcycle has been designed with a careful dose of aggression mixed with an equal measure of purpose and aesthetics, I’m in. So, by my subjective measure, the CX500 RR Cafe Racer, by builder Mike Myers, is done right. And that’s no small feat given the platform he had selected to start with.
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Art in Motion—Singer All-terrain Competition Study
Singer Vehicle Design, known for its reimagined classic Porsche 911s, has unveiled the All-terrain Competition Study (ACS). In collaboration with the legendary Richard Tuthill of Tuthill Porsche—synonymous with some of the most successful Porsche race and rally cars—Singer has introduced a classic 911 engineered for the world’s most challenging off-road races.
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Looking Back—The 2016-2018 Porsche 911 GT3 R
The Porsche 911 GT3 R, introduced in 2015 as a customer race car for the GT3 series, was a derivative of the 911 GT3 RS (991.1 series) and emphasized lightweight construction, aerodynamic efficiency, and maintenance economy. It inherited a legacy that dates back to the 1973 911 Carrera RS and showcased advanced materials such as carbon-fiber for components like the roof, front hood, and doors, paired with polycarbonate windows.
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Most Successful R5 Rally Car Ever—Škoda Fabia R5
The Škoda Fabia R5, engineered by Škoda Motorsport, is the most successful car ever in the R5 rally class. Originating from the Czech Republic and part of the Volkswagen Group, this car is a specialized rally version of the standard Škoda Fabia and adheres to R5 racing regulations. Making its competitive debut in 2015, the Fabia R5 replaced the Škoda Fabia S2000, quickly becoming Škoda's most successful competition vehicle to date.
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Before Wide Tires—1936 Auto Union Type C
The 1936 Auto Union Type C, with its V16 engine, was a giant in the Grand Prix racing era, engineered to manage an impressive 520 horsepower. This powerhouse utilized a six-wheel configuration, a novel solution aimed at maximizing traction before the advent of wide tires.
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1967 Monte Carlo Morris Mini Cooper 1275 S
The Rallye Automobile Monte Carlo, with its first running in 1911, was originally a showcase for car innovation and reliability. Competitors would journey from across Europe to convene in Monaco, under the patronage of Prince Albert I. Today, the Automobile Club de Monaco, which also manages the F1 Monaco Grand Prix and the Rallye Monte-Carlo Historique, oversees this event, now a timed competition rally.
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The name, Shotgun Racer, draws inspiration from the term ‘riding shotgun,’ which originated in the American Wild West. This term referred to the person sitting in the front passenger seat of a stagecoach or wagon, armed with a shotgun. Over time, it has evolved to symbolize sitting in the front passenger seat of any vehicle. It reflects our desire to get closer to the action, diving into the world of motorsports, exploring cars, drivers, and their shared history.