Auto Parts for Brains

 I don’t care if it was named as one of the worst cars of all times.  I may even admit that I have a gullible brain, so easily shaped by marketing ploys and brilliantly crafted propaganda.  Still, after seeing the Top Gear review of the 1964 Peel P50, I can’t help but say that I want one like it today.  Watching the video review by Jeremy Clarkson just made me smile like a little boy, like when he gets a brand new toy.  I can imagine how useful a car like this can be in my everyday life.  Imagine packing this little toy with the latest of today’s technology and one will get a really cool automotive.

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I just recently came across a cool story about replicas of limited edition classic cars being manufactured and sold all over the country.  I was amazed at how at a fraction of its original cost; million dollar cars can now be bought by enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Car collecting is an expensive hobby, usually engaged in by millionaires.  From ultimate classics to models well known for their tie up with famous figures, these vehicles are usually limited in number making them worth a lot of money.  Aside from this, the task of keeping an old model at its best condition carries with it the added cost.  It is not unusual for a collector to employ the use of a carefully guarded and climate controlled garage, just to keep their investment safe and in mint condition.

I guess the biggest drawback of buying a classic is that sometimes, collectors end up buying these cars but are not able to drive them.  These cars also lack the modern conveniences that are afforded to drivers today.  The best comparison would be buying expensive and nice looking artwork.  They are pricey, costly to maintain, nice to look at.  It all ends there, until now. Read the rest of this entry »