Fenix Camaro based on the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

February 16, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

Car designer Sean Smith who is known for designing cars for the “Fast and Furious” film franchise and even Rockstar Games, the creator of the game “Grand Theft Auto”. He was recently commissioned to modify an old 1969 Chevrolet Camaro. The result is a masterpiece, the Fenix Camaro.

The car Inspired by Aston Martin, Bentley and Porsche cars, it was ordered by Michael Shields, who agreed with Smith for a sporty GT concept, as well as a drastic increase in power. In the construction, some parts were borrowed from the Corvette model, while a modified RS Fast Track suspension, a unique front and rear part, a special grille, a splitter, a rear diffuser, a rear spoiler made using a 3D printer, 355 mm brake discs with six-piston calipers, and two-piece HRE wheels.

Inside, a complete reconstruction was done thanks to 3D scanning for the needs of creating the dashboard, door panels, center console, and everything is covered in leather.

When it comes to the powertrain, the Fenix Camaro is powered by a 1,180 hp (868 kW) supercharged 7.0L LS V8 engine, tuned by Wegner Motorsports. The engine is paired with a 6-speed Tremac gearbox.

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Fenix Camaro based on the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

Source: Sean Smith

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2023 Alfa Romeo F1 car is up for auction

February 14, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

After the new F1 car was unveiled last week, Alfa Romeo announced that one of the cars used at the launch will be auctioned. The C43 car will come with autographs by current Alfa Romeo team drivers.

This is not a rule, to sell the car before the start of the official Formula 1 season. This means that the new C43 will become unique after it is sold at auction. Until now, cars were auctioned during the season or at the end of the season.

The car has the same dimensions as the original racing cars that will be used in the races. All parts of the car are made of carbon fiber, and were created in the same production processes as the original Formula 1 car. It should be noted that the car does not have an engine nor can it be installed because the chassis does not allow it. Also, it does not have any other mechanism that allows it to move, so it is only for exhibitions.

Regardless of all the shortcomings that the Alfa Romeo Formula 1 car has, we are sure that there will be no shortage of interested buyers. The auction ends on February 21st and the current highest bid is £102,000.00.

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2023 Alfa Romeo F1 car is up for auction

Source: F1 Authentics

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1968 Alfa Romeo Sprint GTA 1300 Junior Stradale is for sale

February 13, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

The 1960s were Alfa Romeo’s golden age when it came to competition. In 1965, Alfa initially presented a coupe in the Bertone style, and three years later the Italian manufacturer unveiled the GTA 1300 Junior, which was produced until 1975 and only 450 cars left the production line. One of them, a 1968 Alfa Romeo Sprint GTA 1300 Junior Stradale, is up for auction.

Under the hood is a 1.3L DOHC Inline 4-cylinder engine with 135 hp (113 kW), which is based on the larger engine from the 1600 GTA. The engine is paired with a five-speed manual transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. Despite the smaller engine, the GTA 1300 model has had great success on various tracks around the world.

This car was purchased new in Siena, Italy. The owner properly maintained and used it until 2016 when he sold it to the American collector Leo Schigiel. Then the car was sent to Alfine car specialist Paolo Bergia, who restored the suspension and brake system, installed a new water pump and belts, all at a cost of €9,000.

The auction will take place on May 2 and 3, and the car is estimated to fetch between $225,000 and $275,000.

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