My Car Quest

May 6, 2025

An Open Letter to Joan Baez

from Wallace Wyss - Say Joanie (excuse me for being familiar, we talked once on the phone maybe 30 years ago when you were doing a radio talk show appearance, I had a question about Jane Fonda…). Now, I’m a car writer and have a need to … [Read more...]

Jaguar E-Type Series 1.5 For Sale

by Mike - The Jaguar E-Type (or XKE) needs no introduction. It is well known that the E-Type is one of the most beautiful cars ever produced. Based on the D-Type, a very successful race car, the E-Type has the speed and acceleration to match its … [Read more...]

The Ferrari 250 GTO – Sold for US$ 38,115,000 Including Premium At Bonhams

by Mike - Is any one surprised by the sales price of $38,115,000? Let us know what you think in the Comments. … [Read more...]

Bonhams Has Fallen Into The “Dirt Is Patina” Trap

by Mike - I did not think a collector car auction company could surprise me but Bonhams has managed to do so (I am not talking about the Ferrari 250 GTO they have for auction at no reserve). They are auctioning an enticing 'barn find' Jaguar … [Read more...]

Perfect Reproductions Of The Original Lightweight E-Type Are To Be Made By Jaguar

by Mike - Jaguar is going back to the future by recreating one of their most significant race cars - the Jaguar Lightweight E-type. This reminds me of two other similar ventures which have resulted in some amazing recreations of special race … [Read more...]

Driving The Elegant Jaguar Aerodyne

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