By Fireball Tim

Movie Car Design Master

Here’s the second episode on our SEMA build!

Building the AutoTrader Classics REDSTER Episode 2

By Fireball Tim

Movie Car Design Master

Here’s the First Episode (1 of 5) of the build of our latest for AutoTrader Classics. “THE REDSTER.” New episode every Monday right here on CarDomain. The truck will be at SEMA and many other major shows across the country. Enjoy!

Building the AutoTrader Classics REDSTER Episode 1

By Mark Gearhart

powerTV Media

In 1963, planning for the Mustang begin in earnest. To be built on the Ford Falcon’s unibody platform, the Mustang was discussed at length before a single sketch was ever drawn. The all-consuming goal was to make a car that looked like no other. With a sweeping hood, sculptured flanks and short rear deck. With those design cues, the Mustang would be set apart from all competition.

According to some, the Mustang was established as a response to GM’s Corvair Monza and the defining ideas for it were committed to paper beginning in late 1961. Reportedly, it was Lee Iacocca – not Henry Ford II – who determined that the car would be a four-seater, because of the economic failure of the two-seat Thunderbird in 1955.

However, the commercial success of the Ford Falcon contributed significantly to the Mustang plan, as it became evident that smaller cars had become more acceptable to the American public. Through forty-six years of tough competition from Chrysler and General Motors, the Mustang remained in continuous production while the others came and went and came again…

For fun, we look at some of the advertising that supported the launch and early years of the most successful and enduring North American automotive nameplate ever produced.

For the complete story, check out StangTV.com

Image: Ford Motor Company

By Fireball Tim

Movie Car Design Master

So. Contemplation time. Should I? Should I not? If only I had a flower to which I could yank pedals. Or a coin? Maybe rock, paper scissors?

I’m here at American Classic Cars, browsing. Browsing for an idea. An idea placed in my noggen from a new client that wants me to SLAM! CHOP! CUT! …AND DESIGN AWESOMENESS!!!!!!! Who’s the client? Oh, do tell….

Ok. Relax. Ommmmm…. Maybe a yogurt would help. Wait. I don’t really like yogurt. Why am I talking to myself all of a sudden? Ok. Get a grip. Just pick one, Fireball….

The orange hot rod here is only a million bucks. (Think I’ll skip that one.) Good. I’m pairing it down. Maybe something in the $3.99 range? Maybe something different than a Hot Rod? Maybe…

What will I do with it when I get it and bring it to the shop? :-0

“Something wicked this way comes….”

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By Michael Berenis

Tampa Sports Car Examiner

“They call her Corvette, and she belongs to the highways.” The Chevrolet Corvette throughout automotive history has represented the finest in American performance. Known for high power, low profiles, and the most exciting ride you will ever experience, the Corvette dominates the American performance scene. The name comes from a ship design named “corvette.” This unique ship was small, fast, and could out handle other ships of its time. The modern Corvette lacks cannons, salt-cured meat, grog, a crew of 60 seamen and sails, but still holds some qualities of the original ship. Precise handling, untouchable speed, and unique appearance are still common traits shared between the ship and modern automobile.

Corvette propaganda has always been interesting to watch. “They built her to handle like an angel…” as the first 1953 video suggests below. This is totally true! Whether you are a fan of the Corvette or not, take time to enjoy the following footage. Learn more about Corvette classic commercials at Tampa Sports Car Examiner.

By Speedhunters

Car Culture At Large

The Goodwood Festival of Speed is not only about cars up the Hill or manufacturers’ stands trying to entice potential customers. In a most agreeable setting on the lawns of Goodwood House there is also the Cartier Style et Luxe Concours d’Elegance. There are a number of categories all vying for the vote of various celebrity judges plus the honour of ‘Best in Show’. Themes for this year included “Alfresco Exotica”, “Serious Wedge”, “100 Years of Bugatti”… Continue reading over at Speedhunters.

By John Brooks