What did I do with that car again?

[wbs]

Fangio's 1954 Mercedes-Benz W196 found in a warehouse.

http://pursuitist.com/juan-manuel-fa...on-at-bonhams/

[M3Perfection]

Why don't I find things like this in my old stuff?

For those that may be interested in driving something like this, but lack the obligatory 5+ million pounds: I had been speaking to Gary Babineau (vintage indy car builder) about an Alfa 158/159 when life was a little less complicated for me. He had compiled the necessary measurements, and we were going to go with DOHC Alfa 4cyl engine; but as things panned out I ended up just being another "tire kicker". He does amazing work. Granted, it's not the real deal; but his work is still done with traditional methods. Back then (6 years or so ago) he wanted 85k. I still think about that car all the time...

http://www.babineaumetalworks.com/Portfolio.html

I am sorry if this sounds like a shameless plug, the guy struck a chord with me enough that I haven't forgotten about him. Much like a couple of guys here on this forum have (you know who you are).

[dalyduo]

Absolutely gorgeous work. Love that he makes his street legal. The weird thing about it is his stuff probably wouldn't be accepted at many vintage clubs because they aren't real and have no provenance. Know of an interesting one off (The Monsteratti) that became famous and was allowed to run at many vintage events over the years but when the owner looked to move it on or even donate it to a museum, no one wanted it because it wasn't a real historic race car.
Gary's stuff is so nice you'd almost hate to dirty it up and use it as it was intended to be used. A wonderful craftsman though. Sure would love to have one of his pieces tucked away somewhere.
Thanks for sharing it!

Originally Posted by M3Perfection

Why don't I find things like this in my old stuff?

For those that may be interested in driving something like this, but lack the obligatory 5+ million pounds: I had been speaking to Gary Babineau (vintage indy car builder) about an Alfa 158/159 when life was a little less complicated for me. He had compiled the necessary measurements, and we were going to go with DOHC Alfa 4cyl engine; but as things panned out I ended up just being another "tire kicker". He does amazing work. Granted, it's not the real deal; but his work is still done with traditional methods. Back then (6 years or so ago) he wanted 85k. I still think about that car all the time...

http://www.babineaumetalworks.com/Portfolio.html

I am sorry if this sounds like a shameless plug, the guy struck a chord with me enough that I haven't forgotten about him. Much like a couple of guys here on this forum have (you know who you are).