I heard that some poor guy went crazy in the attempt to replicate the braided "grab handles" on the back of the seats for the rear passengers. Not to mention stitching by hand all the leather wrapped convertible top bows and steering wheel. He still has nightmares about it. Thanks for the video, Dave!
Hi Chris from Australia, I have really enjoyed a re-run of the Alfa Remo 6C 2500. A classic car of graceful lines lovely and including its history. I have just watched, by accident (UA-cam) with the Alfa winning a number of awards at Pebble Beach. I am unsure of the time line between the 2 articles, but congratulations to you all. I am going to check out the merchandise shop. Good luck.
Dave you are a wealth of information. You have obviously dedicated your entire life into what you do. You are such an interesting guy. Do you ever do meet and greet type of things. The work you and your team have put out is second to to none and to think that you are so close by is just amazing to me. When you see specimens you automatically think that they are done in these world class places in California or whatnot but to think it's from somewhere local just makes it all that much better. Sorry I just got to check it out I downloaded it as I wasn't able to check it out at that point. I'm definitely happy I didn't just skip over it. Finally Larry is he still around or is it something you can't speak on and if that's the case I totally understand. Anyway ty for another successful video in the books 👍🇨🇦🔧
Thank you for this great bit of obscure automotive history. I had a book that had many photos of these post war Alfas by Pininfarina but they don't seem to get much coverage. The first 300 SL racers didn't have the airfoil shaped blisters on them and were added by the time they went into production. This car may have been an influence. I also wondered about the scarcity of aluminum after the war and never heard of the drop tank theory. Very interesting idea. Also, never seen the Loewy/Koto photos or heard that story before. Loewy had several plaster concept models made that certainly could have been inspired by this car's smooth form. Loewy be a French immigrant may have seen it at the Salon. It also reminds me of the Kurtis - Muntz cars. Fun to research this era of automotive design.
David, the histories of many old cars are much of the charm. Thanks for dusting off the AR- it was a beautiful car when it was designed and it still is today. Having worked on some early 50's Italian metal, I found their welding, even on steels, pretty uneven. How is the AM project shaping up?
Amazing video, you work for 40yrs to have $1M in your retirement, meanwhile some people are putting just $10K into trading from just few months ago and now they are multimillionaires
Hello, I am very interested. As you know, there are tons of investments out there and without solid knowledge, I can't decide what is best. Can you explain further how you invest and earn?
Same, I operate a wide- range of Investments with help from My Financial Adviser. My advice is to get a professional who will help you, plan and enhance your management skills. For the record, working with Ann Marie strunk, has been an amazing experience.
I'm favoured, $90K every week! I can now give back to the locals in my community and also support God's work and the church. God bless America,, all thanks to Ms Ann Marie strunk😊
All A-R 2500s were right-hand-drive, as were all Lancias (up to 1953). There is a theory that Italian drivers from the mountainous regions regarded RHD as a safety feature when negotiating narrow roads bordered by long vertical drops as kerbside features! Top end French makes kept to RHD into the mid-'fifties;...Bugatti, Delahaye, Talbot, Hotchkiss, and Salmson. It is less clear just why those manufacturers clung to RHD. The origins of RHD on cars that drive on the right is usually explained by the chauffeur having easy access to the rear passenger compartment, the filthy rich being too lazy to open or close a car door. True or not, that explanation does not help us when considering French owner/driver cars. Chenard et Walcker, and Mathis, amongst a few others stuck to RHD into the mid-'thirties. Citroën, Renault, and Peugeot, the big players, plumped for LHD. Confused?...I still am!
About 45 years ago while traveling in Italy someone pointed out the coupe sedan version of this car to me that was sitting in a garage. Unfortunately, I had no appreciation at the time, but your video reminds me how tastes can change. Thanks.
The comment was made in the video that they didnt have any clear pics of the steering wheel ! but right before he made the comment they showed a photo of it ??????? and it doesnt look like the one they made.
I had the same reaction. Then I started thinking about what pre-war cars looked like. It is a kind of showcase for modern features, but the proportions aren't quite right yet. So many 1950s elements are found in that car.
It is astounding that someone who has spent years around Italian cars cannot pronounce the Italian "C". Sadly, it renders the video unwatchable. In particular, fre-KEY-ador-oh??? NO FRE-chi-ah DOH-roe.
I can see why it created quite a stir when it was first seen. A wonderful piece of automotive history.
A hell of a story and a hell of a journey. Thanks for sharing. Cheers
Damn! What an awesome story …!
David, you are a real gem! Keep up the good work!
I heard that some poor guy went crazy in the attempt to replicate the braided "grab handles" on the back of the seats for the rear passengers. Not to mention stitching by hand all the leather wrapped convertible top bows and steering wheel. He still has nightmares about it. Thanks for the video, Dave!
I really enjoy you episodes. Your work incredible, thank you for sharing these fantastic cars snd fascinating stories.
What an amazing story. Automotive history has to be remembered. Thanks for keeping these stories alive.
What a great story,well done!
Hi Chris from Australia, I have really enjoyed a re-run of the Alfa Remo 6C 2500. A classic car of graceful lines lovely and including its history. I have just watched, by accident (UA-cam) with the Alfa winning a number of awards at Pebble Beach. I am unsure of the time line between the 2 articles, but congratulations to you all. I am going to check out the merchandise shop. Good luck.
Dave you are a wealth of information. You have obviously dedicated your entire life into what you do. You are such an interesting guy. Do you ever do meet and greet type of things. The work you and your team have put out is second to to none and to think that you are so close by is just amazing to me. When you see specimens you automatically think that they are done in these world class places in California or whatnot but to think it's from somewhere local just makes it all that much better. Sorry I just got to check it out I downloaded it as I wasn't able to check it out at that point. I'm definitely happy I didn't just skip over it. Finally Larry is he still around or is it something you can't speak on and if that's the case I totally understand. Anyway ty for another successful video in the books 👍🇨🇦🔧
Thank you for this great bit of obscure automotive history. I had a book that had many photos of these post war Alfas by Pininfarina but they don't seem to get much coverage. The first 300 SL racers didn't have the airfoil shaped blisters on them and were added by the time they went into production. This car may have been an influence. I also wondered about the scarcity of aluminum after the war and never heard of the drop tank theory. Very interesting idea. Also, never seen the Loewy/Koto photos or heard that story before. Loewy had several plaster concept models made that certainly could have been inspired by this car's smooth form. Loewy be a French immigrant may have seen it at the Salon. It also reminds me of the Kurtis - Muntz cars. Fun to research this era of automotive design.
Great story ! Thanks.
I enjoyed the story !
David, the histories of many old cars are much of the charm. Thanks for dusting off the AR- it was a beautiful car when it was designed and it still is today. Having worked on some early 50's Italian metal, I found their welding, even on steels, pretty uneven. How is the AM project shaping up?
I think it was a blessing in disguise not doing well at Pebble!👌💪🙏
Beautiful!
I've always loved the Falcon styling: real clean. Well, guess who was responsible for it's styling.
The music is a distraction.
"Music" a HUGH TURN-OFF, makes commentary nearly imposibke to listen to.
Engine, transmission, Differential? What were original and what used? Even front and rear suspension. Subscribed.
Amazing video, you work for 40yrs to have $1M in your retirement, meanwhile some people are putting just $10K into trading from just few months ago and now they are multimillionaires
Waking up every 14th of each month to $210,000 it's a blessing to I and my family... Big gratitude to Ann Marie strunk🙌🏼
Hello, I am very interested. As you know, there are tons of investments out there and without solid knowledge, I can't decide what is best. Can you explain further how you invest and earn?
Same, I operate a wide- range of Investments with help from My Financial Adviser. My advice is to get a professional who will help you, plan and enhance your management skills. For the record, working with Ann Marie strunk, has been an amazing experience.
Hello how do you make such monthly?? I'm a born Christian and sometimes I feel so down of myself because of low finance but I still believe in God
I'm favoured, $90K every week! I can now give back to the locals in my community and also support God's work and the church. God bless America,, all thanks to Ms Ann Marie strunk😊
Beautiful!! Thanks David✅
AWESOME!
Beautiful car.
Brilliant ! Still love the Bugatti though. 😉
Interesting story! I'm curious though, why would a car built for a Parisian be right-hand-drive?
All A-R 2500s were right-hand-drive, as were all Lancias (up to 1953). There is a theory that Italian drivers from the mountainous regions regarded RHD as a safety feature when negotiating narrow roads bordered by long vertical drops as kerbside features! Top end French makes kept to RHD into the mid-'fifties;...Bugatti, Delahaye, Talbot, Hotchkiss, and Salmson. It is less clear just why those manufacturers clung to RHD. The origins of RHD on cars that drive on the right is usually explained by the chauffeur having easy access to the rear passenger compartment, the filthy rich being too lazy to open or close a car door. True or not, that explanation does not help us when considering French owner/driver cars. Chenard et Walcker, and Mathis, amongst a few others stuck to RHD into the mid-'thirties. Citroën, Renault, and Peugeot, the big players, plumped for LHD. Confused?...I still am!
Great video about a great car! But is the editor deaf? Sometimes you cannot hear the presenter speaking!
About 45 years ago while traveling in Italy someone pointed out the coupe sedan version of this car to me that was sitting in a garage. Unfortunately, I had no appreciation at the time, but your video reminds me how tastes can change. Thanks.
I like the history behind these great cars. Thank you.
Nice little piece of history, stunning automobile
The comment was made in the video that they didnt have any clear pics of the steering wheel ! but right before he made the comment they showed a photo of it ??????? and it doesnt look like the one they made.
I love symphonic music. I hate it when it gets so poorly integrated in a vid.
Fascinating story!
Lovely car wish your shop was closer to my end of Lake Ontario at the start of the seaway
If there wasn't that Car,there would not have been any Austin A40's,A50 and A60's,Morris Oxfords etc. either 😁😁
Turn your background music off or lower it, I am trying to listen to you.
I had the same reaction. Then I started thinking about what pre-war cars looked like. It is a kind of showcase for modern features, but the proportions aren't quite right yet. So many 1950s elements are found in that car.
Great story. Incredibly annoying music.
It is astounding that someone who has spent years around Italian cars cannot pronounce the Italian "C". Sadly, it renders the video unwatchable. In particular, fre-KEY-ador-oh??? NO FRE-chi-ah DOH-roe.
Initially it struck my eye as ugly. But when I took a few minutes to study the lines it’s kind of charming.
Remove the music