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Road Marvels- Extraordinary Cars from Before World War II
Alan sent this to me...the thought you all would enjoy it.
It originally came in a power point slideshow. I'd be happy to send the entire file if you will PM me!! What craftsmen they were to create such jewels. Talbot-Lago T150 C Figoni et Falaschi 'Goutte d'Eau' 4 liter 6 cylinder in line engine. Only 16 units built. Valued at US$3 million.  
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Cheers!! Elizabeth j'aime et j'espere Last edited by ehp; 02-03-2010 at 02:04 PM. 
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Alfa Romeo 8C 2900 B Corto Touring Berlinetta
In line 8 cylinders 2,9 liters engine Only 20 cars were built between 1937 abd 1939. The model shown won the 2008 “Concours d'Elegance” at Pebble Beach.  
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Bugatti Tipo 57C Van Vooren Cabriolet
 Inline 8 cylinder engine 3,3 liters Unique car, built in1939. Wedding gift to Xá from Persia from the government of France 
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Mercedes-Benz 710 SSK Trossi Roadster
In line 7.1 liter 6 cylinder engine. unique, built in 1931. Won the “concours d’élégance”of Villa d'Este en 2007.  
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Rolls-Royce Phantom I Jonckheere Coupé
7,7 liters 6 cylinder in line . One built in Belgium in the 30s. Bought at auction by a Japanese for US$1,5 million.  
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Wonderful compilation....
I think i would sell them and buy MS Andrea, MS Kong Olav and MS Hope II. The money should be enough for restauration of the ships also...  You know.... no Citroen... 
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Pardon my French... But, Daaaaaammmm, those are fine vehicles...! WAOW.
No, I mean W-A-O-W ! 
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