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1912 Rauch & Lang – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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At the beginning of the twentieth century, electric automobiles were a serious competitor to gasoline-powered cars, particularly in urban environments. Quiet operation, simple controls, and the absence of manual gear shifting made them attractive to many early motorists. Among the manufacturers producing such vehicles was Rauch & Lang, an American company that became known for […]

1958 MGA 1500 Roadster – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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When the MGA appeared in the late 1950s, it signaled a decisive break from MG’s past. Gone were the upright wings and exposed running boards, replaced by a smooth, low body shaped by aerodynamics rather than tradition. For many buyers, the 1958 MGA 1500 Roadster felt less like an update—and more like a reset. Technical […]

1974 Triumph TR6 – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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By 1974, the Triumph TR6 was already an established presence on both sides of the Atlantic. Its combination of a traditional separate chassis, a 2.5-liter straight-six engine, and unmistakably British roadster proportions kept it competitive in a changing sports car market. In its later production years, the TR6 reflected both the strengths and the compromises […]

1958 Zündapp Janus – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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The 1958 Zündapp Janus is one of the most unconventional small cars of post-war Germany. With doors at both ends and a centrally mounted engine, it challenged conventional automotive layout. Its name, referencing the Roman god Janus, perfectly reflects its forward-and-backward design concept. Technical Details: The 1958 Zündapp Janus was powered by a rear-mounted single-cylinder, […]

1931 Austro-Fiat Rosenbauer Feuerwehr – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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In interwar Austria, the modernization of municipal services often advanced through collaboration between local industry and international engineering. The 1931 Austro-Fiat Rosenbauer Feuerwehr is a clear example of this process: a purpose-built fire engine that combined Italian automotive technology with Austrian firefighting expertise. Rather than a prestige vehicle, it was conceived as a functional tool […]

1974 Jaguar E-Type 5.3 Roadster – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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In 1974, Jaguar concluded production of the E-Type with its most powerful and most refined configuration. The Jaguar E-Type 5.3 Roadster, part of the Series 3 generation, combined a twelve-cylinder engine with a widened chassis and standard power steering. As the final-year version of an icon introduced in 1961, the 1974 model represents the technical […]

1901 Lohner-Porsche Mixte – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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At the beginning of the twentieth century, the automobile industry was still searching for the most effective form of propulsion. Steam, gasoline, and electricity all competed as possible solutions. One of the most remarkable attempts to combine these technologies came from the collaboration between the Austrian carriage manufacturer Lohner and a young engineer named Ferdinand […]

1981 Chevrolet Blazer K5 Silverado Hardtop – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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By 1981, the Chevrolet Blazer K5 had evolved from a simple utility 4×4 into a well-equipped full-size SUV. In Silverado Hardtop trim, it combined serious off-road capability with a level of comfort that appealed to both rural buyers and suburban drivers. The 1981 Chevrolet Blazer K5 Silverado Hardtop represents the mature phase of the “square […]

1953 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible Sport – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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In 1953, Cadillac did not introduce a new volume model—it introduced a statement. The Eldorado Convertible Sport was produced in limited numbers, priced far above standard Cadillacs, and positioned as a showcase of what the brand considered possible. It was less about filling a segment and more about defining aspiration. Technical Details: The 1953 Cadillac […]

1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 Spider Touring – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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Alfa Romeo arrived at the 1962 Geneva Motor Show with a surprise that hadn’t been seen from the brand since 1939: a new six-cylinder engine. Wrapped in Touring’s open Spider body, the Alfa Romeo 2600 Spider Touring hid its updates so well that visitors had to play detective—until the starter turned and the all-aluminum DOHC […]

1958 Borgward Isabella Cabrio – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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The Borgward Isabella’s exterior design reflected the clean, ponton-style bodywork that defined modern European cars of the 1950s. With smooth flanks, restrained chrome accents, and well-proportioned front and rear overhangs, the car appeared both elegant and contemporary. Technical Details: The Borgward Isabella was engineered as a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive mid-size car, a layout that balanced performance […]

1952 Bentley Speed 8 – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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By 1952, some Bentleys were moving forward by looking backward. The Bentley Speed 8 did not originate from post-war design thinking but from one of the largest and most ambitious engines Bentley had ever built. Reworked for speed rather than ceremony, it represented a deliberate return to mechanical excess. Technical Details: The Bentley Speed 8 […]

1969 Citroen DS 21 Chapron Cabriolet Serie 2 – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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The Citroën DS 21 Chapron Cabriolet occupies a unique position in automotive history due to its collaboration between Citroën and the French coachbuilding company Chapron. Technical Details: The Citroën DS 21 Chapron Cabriolet got a modern short-stroke power unit, notable for its strong performance reserves. The four-cylinder inline engine is water-cooled and features an overhead-valve […]

1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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The Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet marked Mercedes-Benz’s definitive shift into the V8 luxury performance market. When production ended in 1971, it also marked the brand’s temporary farewell to large luxury convertibles—a gap not filled until the W124 of the 1980s. Technical Details: The 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet introduced a new era of […]

1953 Jaguar XK 120 SE DHC – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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In 1953, the Jaguar XK 120 SE Drophead Coupé combined the performance enhancements of the Special Equipment specification with a more substantial and refined convertible body. It stood between the minimalist Open Two Seater and the enclosed Fixed Head Coupé—offering speed without sacrificing comfort. Technical Details: The 1953 Jaguar XK 120 SE DHC was powered […]

1969 Karmann Ghia Cabrio – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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In 1969, the Karmann Ghia Cabriolet combined Italian styling with proven Volkswagen engineering. Beneath its elegant lines lay the mechanical foundation of the Beetle, but its appearance suggested something more refined. The open-top version added a layer of exclusivity to one of Volkswagen’s most distinctive post-war models. Technical Details The 1969 Karmann Ghia Cabriolet (Type […]

1936 BMW 326 Autenrieth – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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With the BMW 326, the brand entered the upper middle-class segment for the first time. The approach proved successful: by 1941, nearly 16,000 examples had been delivered, making it BMW’s most commercially successful model of the period. Technical Details: The BMW 326 marked a clear technical step forward for the brand and was positioned as […]

1965 BMW 3200 CS Bertone – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

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By 1965, BMW was preparing for a new era—but one of its most elegant grand tourers still carried the company’s earlier V8 heritage. The BMW 3200 CS, styled and built by Bertone, combined Italian design clarity with German engineering. It marked both an end and a beginning in BMW’s design language. Technical Details: The 1965 […]
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