My Car Quest

November 10, 2026

A Porsche Christmas Party

In this case, it’s not only love of the car but love of the club that makes you want to own one… by Wallace Wyss - Photos by Richard Bartholomew - Ya think old Porsches, a model where even the newest one is over 50 years old, you hardly … [Read more...]

2017 Los Angeles Auto Show

Lots of SUVs and, oh, the wagon is back, sort of. by Wallace Wyss - Photography by Richard Bartholomew and Wallace Wyss - SUVs, which some automakers are calling “crossovers” were the big news at the Los Angeles Auto Show preview. I … [Read more...]

The Sunset Plaza Show Grows

Is this an alternative to a concours? by Wallace Wyss - What a difference a few months makes. The Sunset Plaza Cars ‘n Coffee has grown exponentially in size. Oh, there is roughly the same number of cars - 100 maximum - but it’s … [Read more...]

Design Critique: Aston Martin DB11 Convertible

After a walk around I hereby pronounce it as a Ferrari beater (looks-wise). Text by Wallace Wyss - photographs by Richard Bartholomew You kind of wonder, of late, where Aston Martin is going. Do they in fact, have a direction that’s in … [Read more...]

Something For Everyone In Southern California

by Richard Bartholomew - Sunday October 1st 2017 at the Palos Verdes Concours D'Elegance. While it wasn't a true concours the event held at the Zamperini Field (TOA) formerly Torrance airport was an elegant event with some very interesting and … [Read more...]

Southern California Racing: Exotics To Low Budget Garage Projects

Text and photos by Richard Bartholomew - Across California and America there are companies like FastToysClub, Speed Ventures, Hooked on Driving and USCA (Ultimate Street Car Association) to name a few that are designed to let the average driver … [Read more...]