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Ford’s new Bronco is inspired by the automaker’s decades-old Free Wheeling offerings.Beginning in the late 1970s, Ford offered a Free Wheeling package on a few of its vehicles, an upgrade that included a blacked-out grill, black bumpers, black side mirrors and “trick wheel” covers that made it look as if the wheels were floating underneath the vehicle. The package was merely cosmetic and made waves across the F-100, F-150, Bronco, Econoline van and more but was only available for about five years.For a special edition of its 2024 Bronco Sport, Ford is reviving the classic aesthetic with a sunset-inspired design. The black car comes with complimentary black finishes on the grilles, mirrors and bumpers, while the black interior features red and orange pinstriping. Rather than “trick wheels,”...

Thanks to ECD Auto Design and its Project Oliver Plaid, collectors can now enjoy the timeless machine that is the 1990s Range Rover Classic but with a modern twist -- a Corvette LS3 engine under the hood.ECD, one of the largest Land Rover restoration companies in the automotive world, has become primarily known for its luxury builds and bespoke offerings of examples like Defenders, Range Rovers and E-Types.As the name of Project Oliver Plaid might suggest, the Range Rover Classic, painted in Bentley Alpine Green Metallic features a vintage interior with tasteful plaid accents throughout.Regarding the latest client build, ECD CEO and co-founder Scott Wallace said "When a client returns to us for a second build, we’re thrilled to work with them to bring their wildest fantasy to life – especi...

A special Nisan GT-R has just hit Silverstone's auction blocks, the GT3 race car that was driven on both official tracks by sim racer turned IRL racer Jann Mardenborough, as well as in the upcoming Gran Turismo film about the events.Silverstone mentions that the offering is significant, as most "cars showcased in big-budget movies do not become available for sale, as the film company retains them for promotional PR duties and sequels." Another aspect that makes this car a must-have collector's piece is the central role that it has played in Mardenborough's journey of transitioning from simulated racing to the real thing as part of the GT Academy.In 2014, the vehicle was purchased by RJN Motorsport, a Nissan GT Academy team and would eventually be brought up to its full Nismo racing specs i...

A 1964 Ferrari 250 LM helmed by Sergio Scaglietti will be headed to auction next month. The bodywork of the classic Ferrari was designed in 1963 and headed into a limited production run the following year as one of just 32 units built.The sleek red car takes on a curved, smooth design via a multi-tube space frame. Behind its futuristic look is a powerful 3-liter V-12 engine.Red cars were a personal favorite for Scaglietti, who worked closely with Enzo Ferrari and often worked without any blueprints or sketches, designing cars on the fly as he worked his way through the build.Four years after its debut, the 1964 Ferrari 250 LM went on to race at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1968. This particular model still boasts the original engine and transaxle used at the race. In 2021, the vehicle also u...