Vintage Clymer Racing Helmet
This vintage helmet is just too neat not to share with you. It show’s a great patina. Maybe a little spendy but where are you going to find one? It would be a great addition to any collection. CHECK IT OUT HERE [...more]
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Perfect Timing
Motorsport race and rallye events wouldn’t be where they are today without the innovation and precision of timing devices. At the very root of these instruments is one of today’s well known luxury watchmakers, Tag Heuer. In Rallye Events, timing is critical and early on was often a controversial subject. Tag Heuer pioneered many of [...] [...more]
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Vintage Movie: 1958 Coupe Des Alpes Alpine Cup Rally
Traveling across southern Europe, the Coupe Des Alpes Rallye was known as the most scenic and often challenging rally of its day. Here you can view the full movie. Rare footage… Enjoy! Part 1 You need to a flashplayer enabled browser to view this YouTube video Part 2 You need to a flashplayer enabled browser to view this YouTube [...] [...more]
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The History of the Stallion
Can you think of two of the most revered European Auto Manufacturers that share their sacred crest? If you’re thinking prancing black stallions you’re on the right track. The question is why do both Ferrari and Porsche have this unforgettable horse marked in their history? It’s really quite interesting. Ferrari’s Prancing Stallion Porsche Crest with the famous [...] [...more]
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Hotlist: 1959 Triumph TR3A (Iowa)
I’ve always had a soft spot for TR3’s. I just love the lines. I have this picture in my head of driving one down a winding country road just after a rain shower. Roads still wet, sun shining, engine humming…. For some reason British cars look great on wet roads? Okay, enough of my fantasy. This [...] [...more]
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Ownership: Porsche 912 vs 914
A TMJ reader recently requested my view of the Porsche 914 versus the 912. We (my family) have owned a couple of each of these cars. Classic Porsche cars are both a joy and a challenge to own. In this writeup I’ll try to highlight key facts that would help a prospective buyer make their [...] [...more]
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Featured Photo’s
It’s getting to be that time of the year in Southern climates. The Vintage car gatherings are scheduled, the weather is cooling off and you’re spending more time shining up your wheels… One of my favorite parts about these events is taking pictures. I was going through some old shots and realized many of them never [...] [...more]
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Antique Boat Show, Alexandria, MN
Today I took a break from the world of vintage motoring and turned my attention to some beautifully built antique boats. My hometown of Alexandria, MN is also the home of the Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum. From the late 1800’s through the 1950’s there were several small handmade boat builders turning out beautifully crafted vessels [...] [...more]
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Five for under $5K
What vintage motorcar can you get for under $5,000? I’ve set out to find some deals that may surprise you. There are still plenty of fun, reliable and appreciating classic’s to be found. Here’s what I came up with. The Porsche 914. A mid-engined, 2 seater produced from 1969-1976. This car is a BLAST to drive, [...] [...more]
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Automotive Design Influence
I’ve had the hankering for an old Sunfish type of sailboat for quite some time now. I learned to sail on a Sunfish when I was ten years old. Being from a heavily lake populated area in Minnesota you know there are dozens of old boats lying around. It’s just a matter of finding them. [...] [...more]
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- 2009 Amelia Island Concours D' Elegance
- Ownership: Porsche 912 vs 914
- Hot List: 1953-54 Ferrari. LA Craigslist Find
- 1965 Shelby GT350H Hertz
- Hot List: 1968 Triumph GT6
- Vintage Movie: 1958 Coupe Des Alpes Alpine Cup Rally
- Craigslist & The Holy Grail
- Ultimate Christmas Gifts for the Car Guy 2009
- Hot List: Porsche Carrera Themed Checkpoint Pinball Machine (IL)
- The History of the Stallion
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How It All Started
The Motoring Journal started long before I ever sat behind the wheel of a car. Interesting enough, I knew nothing of The Motoring Journal until my purchase of a 1964 Karmann Ghia. You see, Since birth I’ve wanted nothing more than to be around, work on and photograph cars. But, That day while digging through the box of parts that accompanies every good vintage car, there it was. The old beat up, leather-bound journal.
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