The Maserati Quattroporte is an elegant Grand Touring Machine. Thanks to styling by Pininfarina, it has a beautifully defined shape that will not be confused for any other marque in its class.
The Maserati Quattroporte begs to be driven. It is capable of 0-60 mph in just over 5 seconds and reaches a top speed north of 170 mph. These impressive performance numbers are thanks to the Ferrari derived 4.2 liter V-8 motor producing 394hp and 333 lb/ft of torque.
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1937 Rolls Royce
$70,000
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The Silver Dawn ushered in a new era for Rolls-Royce. This was their first standardized factory built body. What it may have given up in coach-built exclusivity, it gained in modern production processes and enhanced reliability.
The 4.5-liter engine was introduced the year earlier giving this Silver Dawn more than adequate power and the interior was appointed as richly as you’d expect of a Rolls from this era.
The 550 Maranello re-captures the spirit of Ferrari’s front-engine V12 cars born at the company’s inception 50 years ago and last seen on the fabled Daytona. In fact, this could be considered the modern Daytona with all the excitement of the original. The driving position is similar, the proportions are spot on and the thrust of the dodici cylindri is amazing. What the 550 brings to the table over the Daytona is a dose of civility (and power steering).
Dynamically engineered and beautifully styled, Porsche’s 356 has few equals in the pantheon of the world’s greatest sports cars. While updated year after year, the original concept was so successful that the car retained its soul throughout the run of its existence.
This 1600S is a very original, numbers matching 356 that is mechanically excellent. We’ve maintained this car for a local collector who has taken care of all needed service along the way. It starts, runs, and stops reliably.
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Anyone watching television during the late 60s or 70s has seen the amazing feats of Evel Knievel - he was a legend to every young boy who ever tried to ride wheelies on a bike. The man may be gone, but one of the symbols of his stunts has just resurfaced - his helmet from the 1978 jump at Wembly Stadium in London, England. The helmet recently turned up at Black Horse Garage. As you’d expect, this piece of motorcycle history comes with its unique story. Evel crashed bad during this jump over 13 buses, breaking his pelvis and smacking his head several times (watch video). The helmet shows the scars of this amazing jump, but for the most part, its artwork is still intact. With criss-crossing bands of stars and his signature crown, the helmet was airbrushed by legendary artist George Sedlak who painted Evel’s Harleys and helmets.
1974 Pantera L - 3093 original miles!
The Pantera was a fusion of Italian style and Detroit muscle, making it one of the most regarded sports cars of the early 70s. It brought its driver stellar performance and exclusivity. The lusso version, designated by the “L” also pampered occupants with all the refinements of the day.
This may just be the lowest mileage Pantera on the planet - just 3093 documented miles. This is time-capsule material, everything (other than the battery) is original, including the window sticker. It still rides on the Goodyear Arriva tires with which it left the factory 35 years ago and they hardly look like they’ve seen any use. The magnesium Campognolo wheels still have their decals in place!
Many cars draw attention when introduced. But when the Cord 810, penned by legendary designed Gordon M. Buehrig, debuted at the 1936 New York Auto Show, people climbed nearby cars just to get a look at 810. Its styling was breathtaking, its advances were groundbreaking.
Styling highlights included sleek pontoon fenders with retractable headlights, wraparound grille and a welcomed lack of running boards. It was modern in every sense of the word.
One of the most influential vehicles in the world, the Model A Pick Up is truly an American Automotive icon. This one received a lot of attention several years ago, the cost of which probably exceeds its value. Vintage enthusiast know, however, that restorations are rarely done with financial motives in mind, but instead for the love of a vehicle.
Few cars have enjoyed so many improvements with each successive iteration, to go from very good to truly great. The Mondial is one of them. For 1986, the 2+2 V8 from Maranello received body-colored bumpers that greatly enhanced appearance, as did a nose treatment that more closely resembled the timeless 328.
The Mondial handles like you’d expect a mid-engine Ferrari to. What will surprise you is the level of comfort it offers. Mondials are luxuriously appointed, and offer interior room, door openings and sills low enough so as to not require acrobatics to get it and get comfortable.
With elegant styling and brawny performance, the Austin Healey 3000 is the quintessential British sports car - a design so perfect, its appearance was barely altered over the decade-plus production run.
It was born on the racetracks of Europe and perfected, some would say softened, with each iteration. The 1960 strikes the right blend of faithfulness to the original and welcomed improvements to performance and drivability.
Many great sports cars are built these days, but not one that can meld tradition and technology as well as the Morgan Aero 8. The cars from Malvern Link have always marched to the beat of their own drummer, created for enthusiasts who know exactly what they want. And in the Aero 8, they’re treated to a bliss-inducing 1-2-3 punch.
The benchmark by which all supercars were judged for more than a decade, the Testarossa is both a cultural icon and performance phenomenon. Pininfarina endowed it with an aggressive stance: low, wide and fierce. Ferrari gave it a jewel of a powerplant: a 380hp flat 12 that took you from 0-60 in 5.3 seconds. It even held the title of world’s fastest regular production car for 11 years straight!
We are completing a low-mileage1964 XKE that will have been completely gone through and sorted. With just 24,000 original miles, this car had been in storage for most of its life. It still had the tires it wore when it left the factory 43 years ago!
When it arrived, we took photos for our archive to use as a reference for all future restorations – this car was untouched.
As the culmination of the Silver Spur line, the Mark IV Spur represented the most refined example, providing unmatched luxury and comfort. These cars were truly built with a “spare-no-expense” approach - every amenity possible was available.
Of the 500 or so Mark IV Spurs produced, this white example may have covered the fewest miles at just 25,000. It is essentially still a new car.
Rolls-Royce upped the ante with the Spur III, with increased power thanks to revised a cylinder head and intake manifold. Other improvements include dual airbags and rear seats that adjusted to the individual desires of each passenger — truly the lap of luxury.
Mechanically, the car is very good, with a throughout inspection revealing only minor items normal for its vintage of 37,000 miles. Fresh tires have been recently mounted. It is without a doubt one of the best riding Rolls-Royces we’ve seen in a while.
With an extra four inches added to the rear passenger cabin compared to the “run of the mill” Rolls-Royces, the Silver Spur certainly pampers its rear passengers. Ample room, power and world-class appointments gave the sense of being in a private jet on wheels.
And up front, the fortunate driver enjoys all the smooth, tractable power of the 6.8-liter V8. The car is plush, yes, but it is by no means dull. The driving experience removes it from comparison to just about any other vehicle known to man.
A stunning, sleek automobile, the Series 60 brought great looks and luxury to the American roads. From the sweeping fenders to the chrome details throughout, this Caddy was a joy to behold. And even today it catches the attention of car enthusiasts and others just the same.
Few cars in Ferrari’s history marked such a sea change as the 512 BB. While competitors embraced the promise of a mid-mounted engine, Enzo stuck to a front-engine layout - “the horse comes before the cart” he always believed. But by the late 60s, the writing was on the wall. The successor to the Daytona, the 365 BB, was going to be a mid-engine design.
In addition to the somewhat radical mid-engine layout, the 365 BB was Ferrari’s first road going vehicle with something other than a V-configured engine. But what an engine it was… and how it improved in the 512 BB.
The Corniche upped the ante over its 4-door sibling with the extravagance of a drop top. Mulliner Park Ward, the renowned coachbuilder, engineered these beautiful, elegant coupes and the 1,233 produced sold at quite a premium. It was the epitome of exclusivity and elegance in its day and it has, without a doubt, retained its luster these many years later.
This brilliant black example is in very good condition throughout, a solid #2 car . We’ve just completed a thorough going over and have repaired the few items needing attention - you’ll find no surprises, leaks or malfunctioning components . The 6.75-liter V8 runs as smoothly as you’d expect, having covered only 33,447 miles.
Performance. Style. Luxury.
That was the objective of the SL line when envisionsed by Mercedes-Benz in the mid-50’s. They really got the combination right with the introduction of the 230SL.
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Undisputedly one of the most stunning automobiles ever created, the Jaguar XKE set a new performance standard when first unveiled. And in the 40+ years since, it’s retained every ounce of allure. The svelte bodywork was one of those rare designs that’s both aerodynamic and visually arresting (in a good way). The moncoque body, tubular front chassis and double-cam six were inspired by the world-beating D-Type - a serious amount of racecar technology at the time for a road-going car. The 4-wheel disc brakes were especially useful, given the 150mph top speed!
With timeless styling and brawny performance, the Austin Healey 3000 is the quintessential British sports car. It was born on the racetracks of Europe and perfected with each iteration. The Mark IIIs improvements gave it the distinction of being the most sophisticated and luxurious of the big Healeys. It surpassed its predecessors with standard features such as power-assisted brakes, complete protection from the weather, and a more refined driving spirit.
If you’re looking for a ‘Vette, you’ve seen the ads that tell just how “rare” a car is - for instance”one of just 3 in such-and-such color with such-and-such options that was built on a cloudless day…”
At the Black Horse Garage, we prefer to simply present concrete facts to help you make an informed buying decision. This numbers-matching, two-owner ‘64 coupe has undergone a meticulous frame-off restoration at the hands of real craftsmen and has the honors to prove it - Bloomington Gold and Top Flight certifications. The judges have spoken; every nut, every bolt, every detail is just right.
With perfect lines and superior performance, the Porsche 356B offers undisputable evidence that there is no substitute. Further proof came with the Super 90 engine option, thrilling enthusiasts and racers alike when introduced.
A counterweighted crank, sodium-filled valves and Solex P40-II carburetors elevated the 356s winning combination of nimbleness, rigidity, and direct steering. Other improvements for 1963 included increased visibility, thanks to an enlarged windscreen, better cooling achieved with a second engine grille, and more confident handling from the improved torsion bars.
Triumph truly hit its stride with the TR3A - improved comfort, performance and reliability. Standard discs up front were ground-breaking in 1960; 100MPH top speeds weren’t shabby either.
This overdrive-equipped unit received a full ground-up nuts and bolt restoration several years ago. It is a joy to drive. Few TR3s ever get this level attention since the cost usually outweighs the value of the vehicle.
A sanctuary on wheels, the Silver Cloud II was the height of automotive luxury when it succeeded the Silver Cloud I. Built on the same sturdy box-section frame, the primary improvement was the 6.23-liter aluminum V8 which gave it prodigious amounts of gentle force. Fewer than 2800 were made, which means a fortunate few were treated to its 4-speed automatic, every power convenience of the day, and vast expanses of supple Connelly leather, English walnut and Wilton wool.
Chevrolet really lit the fuse in 1957, bringing the world the first fuel-injected V8 in a production car ! Making a record-setting 1 hp for each cubic inch, a 4-speed Corvette could rocket from 0-60 in under 6 seconds, and rip through the quarter mile with 100 mph trap speeds . This amazing performance, coupled with styling changes make the 1957 Corvette among the most sought after by collectors and knowledgeable enthusiasts.
Elegance. Pure and simple.
That’s the only way to describe the Mercedes-Benz 220a Cabriolet. Unveiled in Frankfurt in ’51, the 220 captured the essence of Gottlieb Daimler’s and Karl Benz’s convictions – utmost luxury, bullet-proof engineering, and respectable performance. While a beautiful design, it’s believed that only 1278 220a Cabriolets were built. Fifty years later, that fact only adds to this car’s desirability.
The first model available with factory-built coachwork, the Mark IV represented a turning point for Bentley. It’s quite ironic then, that this particular ‘49 Mark IV has some of the most unusual coachwork ever to grace these majestic automobiles.
Bodied by renowned coach house Rippon Brothers, this shooting brake Woodie was paneled in beautiful English Oak . The wood’s natural figure offers a fine-old-furniture luster, yet the overall feel of the car is one of casual elegance that lends itself to comfortable cruising. The front doors are rear hinged, and open “suicide” style. Other notable details include a sliding-panel sunroof and the original 1949 radio.
Often considered a supporting character to its big brother, the 300SL, the elegant, beautifully proportioned 190SL carved out a name for itself with confident handling and respectable performance for a fraction of the cost. This was a Mercedes built the old-fashioned way, rock solid and endowed with elegance.
This Model A was fortunate enough to receive a true nuts-and-bolts, frame-off restoration. It was ultimately intended to make the rounds of the show and competiation circuit. Unfortunately, the owner who commissioned the work passed away a few weeks before completion and had put just 35 miles on it. He was an accountant by trade and kept a complete restoration diary with every detail tallied. But unlike most accountants, he did not try to keep expenses down. This restoration was driven by emotion, no pragmatism.
Our coachwork shop gave this car a pristine bare metal single-stage Glasurit finish. The upholstery is equally fresh, with nary a misplaced stitch. The rebuilt drive train is, without exaggeration, a work of mechanical art.
