Month November 2020

Purchasing classics there
Opel Olympia A

Opel Olympia A: the sympathetic luxury brother of the Kadett B

We write 1967. Opel's range of models has a structure that appeals to many motorists. Launched in 1965, the Kadett-B is available in a variety of variants and trim levels and continues the success of its predecessor. The next model variant in the series is the considerably larger and fairly fresh Opel Rekord B. The increasingly diverse demands of consumers force Opel to have the range intertwined in the sixties.

American orders, Covid19 and a koekwaus

Classic fans usually know how the hares run. They know their addresses. But sometimes things go wrong. For example, a global epidemic could break out. And if one of the affected countries is ruled by someone we heard called in horror as 'an insane koekwaus' ...
Chevy Corvair (1963)

Chevrolet Corvair (1963). René Kennis wants to see the 'life' of the car. 

The insidious rust did little damage to this sheet metal victim, so it was far from succumbed. There is no doubt that nursing is needed. The plans are therefore to fight the robber knight (rust), but there will be no total restoration, because René believes that you should continue to see the 'life' of the American. So no major visible changes, the paint remains patina. The improvements come with the engine overhaul and the restoration of the sheet metal. 

75 Years after the war - column

In Germany nowadays you have to have whole rows of stamped stamps on your exhaust system. Moreover, the exhaust system must be 'eingetragen' in your 'Letter'. If your exhaust system is not legal, you will immediately receive a fine and the Police will confiscate your motorcycle until…

Austin Mini Cooper S copy

Austin Mini Cooper S (1977) look-alike 

Stefan Schoof's 'pride' started his car life as a Mini 1100 special. Through effort, enthusiasm and dedication, he turned it into a 'look a like' Mini Cooper S. Stefan was a fan of English cars from a very young age, so no episode of the comedy series by Mr. Bean, in which the Mini played a leading role. 
Willy's jeep

Willys Jeep: 'Built for Victory' 

This well-known timeless military vehicle by Tjerk Stellema has been in the family for more than 70 years. It is showing off in the showroom of the eponymous car company. The “4 wheel drive utility vehicle” comes from the well-known army stocks that were distributed throughout the Netherlands by the National Traffic Inspectorate after the Second World War. 

Ostalgie: Trabant and MZ

Talked to someone yesterday about the former GDR where life was good for about 80% of the people. Housing was cheap, education and health care were good and free. And if you just walked in line, you would have a job, or at least a job, all your life.