My Car Quest

February 7, 2026

The Mystery Ghia Volkswagen by Karmann

by Wallace Wyss - As a former owner of a Volkswagen Karmann Ghia convertible, which to me was better than the Porsche Convertible D I owned, so I sold the Porsche, (big mistake appreciation wise, I’ll admit). I am always interested in the … [Read more...]

Here Are Photos You Don’t See Everyday

by Mike - I was searching through my photo archives and came across these photos which are all a little unusual. I hope you like them. Valentino Balboni and the Iso Rivolta Prototype This special Iso, the only surviving Iso Rivolta GT … [Read more...]

Car Of The Day – De Tomaso Mangusta For Sale At Auction

by Mike - The three week period from late November to early December of this year will be an exciting time for collector car enthusiasts in New York. Specifically from November 19 when the Keno Brothers Rolling Sculpture Auction will be held to … [Read more...]

The Collector Car Market Today – Part Two

by Mike - Part One is at this link. Owners of a collector car valued in the $1 million to $5 million USD probably own many cars although maybe only one at $5 million and the individual values may vary quite a bit and go below $1 million for a … [Read more...]

The Chevrolet Powered De Tomaso Mangusta

by Mike - Dick Ruzzin writes on Dean's Garage 401 Mangustas were built in Modena, Italy by DeTomaso Automobili. Bodies were supplied by Ghia and both the exterior and interior were designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro. All were built with Ford … [Read more...]

De Tomaso Mangusta For Sale At Auction In London

by Mike - The beautiful 'Apple Green' De Tomaso Mangusta is for sale at the Bonhams auction on December 1 in London. There is also a listing here with more information. The estimate is £120,000 - £150,000 ($191,774 - $239,718) (143,051 … [Read more...]