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The new Z started with a V For 1984, Nissan would unveil the new 300ZX, a car using much of the outgoing 280ZX chassis and overall architecture, but sporting an all-new 3.0L V-6 engine.  This was a bold departure from the inline six traditionally...

The differences between a TR2 and a TR3 At the Earl’s Court Motor Show of 1952, Triumph showed the first iteration of the TR2.  It was a popular attraction, and the company felt it would succeed very well in the United States.  Once production c...

There’s a lot of things to consider when buying a car online. With so many listings that can yield from a single search, sometimes you’re lucky and the car might be within traveling distance, but in most cases, the car is not. Many have asked me ...

The History of Triumph The Triumph TR line of cars largely put Triumph on the map and saved the company by making it a more valuable property than it ever had been.  Triumph Motorcars originated as the Triumph Cycle Company when Siegfried Bettmann ...

by C. E. Bennett, CEO, Zymol Vehicle manufacturers apply a clear coat to paints to achieve extra depth, color, and gloss.  They look terrific, creating a finish that really “pops” when it’s properly cleaned.  To maintain that “pop,” cl...

I recently took a trip to visit Pioneer Village in Minden, Nebraska. This is a significant historical museum that offers visitors a glimpse into the past, showcasing the evolution of American life over the centuries. I found it quite fascinating and ...

The C3 could be a finicky car, especially in the latter part of the 1970s through the end of days in 1982.  However, if they are properly maintained and sorted, even the later C3s could prove to be a fine, fun car.  While some are cringing at our c...

What’s the story behind your first car?  How did you get it?  How long did you have it?  When did you part ways with it?  Why?  We can all probably answer these questions with clarity.  As we recall the past, we remember the highs and the low...

Plymouth had the idea of sporting up the Valiant for a little while, and Ford’s efforts with the Mustang concepts convinced them it was a good idea.  Using the inexpensive Valiant as the starting point, Plymouth designed a sporty, fastback-styled ...

Cars have an interesting way of finding me sometimes. In 2000, a 1969 Dodge Dart GTS, which I still have today, wound up in my possession.  Sure, there’s a whole lot more detail to this story of course. So…here it goes. I purchased this 1969 ...

Begetting a baby brother, Dodge hatched the Challenger alongside the all-new Barracuda in 1970.  Looking very similar to the Plymouth brethren, the Challenger had a slightly longer wheelbase and was meant for a more upscale crowd, and thusly held a ...

If you’ve read the tale of my first 1969 Roadrunner, then you won’t be surprised that I always knew that I would go and find another one when the time was right. Of course, just because I was looking for one doesn’t mean that the right one is a...