Posts by Kerrie White

CHEVROLET 1962 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE SOLD THE STORY General Motors designer Harley Earl is credited with convincing GM to build a two-seat sports car for the American market. Launched in 1953, the resulting Chevrolet Corvette quickly earned the mantle of “America’s Sport’s Car” and the model is still produced today. 1962 was the final year of…

FORD 1961 FALCON DELIVERY SEDAN SOLD THE CAR A magnificent, fully restored Falcon “Sedan Delivery” finished in blue with black vinyl interior. The restoration included a brand new 289ci Ford V8 with new carburettor, distributor, pulleys and other accessories. Also new at the time is the four speed manual transmission with floor mounted Hurst shifter.…

FORD 1960 THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE SOLD THE STORY Customer feedback in during the mid-50s indicated that the American public loved the “Baby Birds” that were produced during 1955 -1957 but wanted a car that seated more than two people and that the whole family could enjoy. They also wanted more options and luxury. Ford executives wanted…

CHEVROLET 1960 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE SOLD THE CAR Stunning C1 Corvette convertible finished in Tuxedo Black with silver cove, red interior and black hard top. Original 283ci V8, 4 speed manual, sparkling chrome, fantastic condition and highly desirable in this year and colour combination.   Enquire Now SPECIFICS BODY:  2 Door ENGINE:  283ci V8 FUEL DELIVERY…

VOLKSWAGEN 1968 KARMANN GHIA CONVERTIBLE SOLD THE STORY The first Karmann-Ghia was introduced into Europe in 1955 and arrived in America as a coupe in 1956. The convertible became available in 1958 and was aimed squarely at the American market where a sportier look was desired. The cars were produced right through to 1974. The…

PONTIAC 1964 BONNEVILLE CONVERTIBLE SOLD THE STORY Pontiac introduced the Bonneville as a limited-production, high performance vehicle in 1957. The Bonneville was Pontiac’s costliest and most luxurious model throughout the 1960s. It differed from the lesser models (Catalina and Star Chief) with its more powerful engine, high interior trim specs, instrument panel with walnut veneer…

FORD PICKUP HOT ROD SOLD THE CAR Having built many hot rods dating back to the 1960’s, Ian “Liefy” Liefman turned his hand to this beautiful 1937 Ford Pickup which was finished in 1995 and wowed the crowds at the Australian Street Rod Nationals. Crafted over a three-year period, it is based on a 1940…