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The Last Refuge of the Enthusiast

August 30, 2016 By pete

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Yep, this one has correct hose clamps on the radiator…

Story and photos by Jonathan Sharp

Let us make no mistake: the upper end of the classic car hobby has always been for the very wealthy. But at one time there was a discrete middle class who could afford to own the lower end of the upper end, perhaps a Dino 246 GT or a Maserati 3500 or a Lancia Aurelia in good shape. But eventually even the lower end sports cars became ultra-expensive, out of the reach of the normal enthusiast. Those days are gone and probably gone forever. So what is left for the real car enthusiast who has a family, a mortgage and a moderate income?

Between his coverage of Goodwood, Salon Prive and Windsor Castle, Jonathan Sharp took the time to attend a down- to-earth-event at a golf course near Silverstone. Ed. [Read more…] about The Last Refuge of the Enthusiast

Tagged With: Austin Metro, Austin Mini, Citroen Ami-8, CItroen Dyane, citroen gs, Citroen GSA Estate, Daf 66, Fiat 127 Sport, Jonathan Sharp, Lancia Dedra, Samba Cabriolet, Unexceptional cars

Why Citroën?

April 6, 2010 By pete

Why Citroën? Jaan Horth, the proprietor of a shop called Eddins Moto, offers insight. Photo by Petya Elitch.

Brandy Elitch on the Enigma that is Citroën

For many American collectors, the French automobile industry is an enigma. France is in many respects the birthplace of the automobile, and has produced advanced cars since the turn of the century. [Read more…] about Why Citroën?

Tagged With: citroen collectors, citroen gs, eddins moto, jaan horth

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