Text and photo: Erol Orhun Vernier Calipers: How Two Sliding Sticks of Metal Built the Modern World A sliding measurement device: that is what we call these things in Sweden. Or a “skjutmått” for those of our reading public who wonder what they are called in Swedish. The history books or the annals of history …
Sir McLaren MP4-12C? It’s a little brother to McLaren’s legacy from the entire F1 world as well as the predecessor, McLaren F1! With this in your back it can make anyone nervous and a little bit shaky when you get introduced for the world. But this car did make a great appearance. However, it has …
Text: Fascinating Cars and Jimmy Eriksson The new Rally Beetle from the past There I stand, halfway into the forest, as the wild 40-horsepower engine roars past – at a turnaround, I see how Jimmy jerks the stick he proudly talked about, making the Beetle slide around its own axis. White smoke billows from my …
The story behind Bucket List Cars For much of his life, Dennis lived with his foot a bit too heavily on the gas pedal. Everything needed to be fast, and he aimed to live life to the fullest every minute, all while engaging in a groping, fumbling search for his own identity. Now, he has …
450 Bulldog powers from early 1970’s It began as a joint project with his father a decade ago. Now, you can spot this olive-green Ford Escort Bulldog Machine cruising the streets and circuits of Sweden, eagerly awaiting your attention. Like a small green candy with gold, yellow, and black specks, it rolls down the gravel …
Three Italians – soon to be barn finds? Many people often feel saddened and frustrated when they see classic beauties collecting dust in a garage or barn. After all, they should be out on the roads, covering kilometers after kilometers, because that’s what they were made for. I find myself in a garage, gazing at …
Walt Grace Vintage – lets you dream loud In the heart of Miami’s culture quarter lies a magically dreamy shop for car and music enthusiasts. Founder Bill Goldstein woke up one day from his mundane life, setting aside his 25-year career to pursue his passion. That’s why Walt Grace Vintage – Cars & Guitars exists …
Sandlund Art – where car models comes to life “I’ll never agree to bargain – this is my hobby and I put my fervour, passion and my energy into every model that I build. That is why there is no room for bargaining”- Magnus Sandlund says firmly over the phone. You understand his argument when …
Alfa Romeo Giulia 1300 TI with pace The outside world is disappearing at a fast pace. Tree after tree, fields, gate poles, gravel roads, postboxes and cow fences swoosh by. A tight and fast right corner is getting closer. Niklas brakes, down shifts, engine brakes and then presses the throttle again. The 51-year-old Alfa Romeo …
Micke and his cool California Look from 1967 “I was a bit tired of constantly scratching the front of my old Rat Look Beetle and was eager to do a nice Cal Look.” After almost four years of renovation, Micke’s Beetle is now a car with really stylish stucco. It is early Sunday morning and …
