Eclipse of the Heart: 1957 Porsche 356 Speedster Outlaw Kit

The Porsche 356 was first built in Austria by a company called  Porsche Konstruktionen GesmbH in the smoldering ruins of WWII...but the little 356 isn't simply another inexpensive classic like its Beetle brother, but it is an expensive collectible that requires a leather tool case and a waxed mustache to properly drive...particularly in the Speedster version -- so it is no surprise that there are a number of kit-car versions that use Beetle components for the moving parts.  This next one..however..it is a real Bearded Spock universe weirdo that uses parts from a Mitsubishi to go forward.  Find this 1957 Porsche 356 Speedster Outlaw Kit offered for $12,500 in Port Hueneme, CA via craigslist. Tip from Sean.

Jern Thunderbolt: 1930 Ford Model A Speedster

Did you ever notice how much Eric Clapton looks like Hugh Laurie from House MD?  Before you claim that all Englishmen look alike, I'd first like to point out that it isn't because they both have lupus, but it might be because they share many similar visual traits. Two arms, two legs, two eyes, and scruffy facial hair.  In a similar vein, I find that most cars from the 1930s look the same to me, but that might actually be the lupus. Anyway, this next 1930 Ford might look like the others, until you open the hood and find neither an original rusty boat achor or a soon-to-rust Chevy 350 boat anchor.  Find this 1930 Ford Model A offered for $11,500 in Chico, CA via craigslist.  Tip from Terry B.

Shortster: 1969 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

In 1954 the sole importer of Porsche cars into the USA was a guy named Max Hoffman, who managed to convince Porsche to offer a low option version of the 356 roadster with a cut down windshield and a thirst for speed.  Years later and a 356 Speedster is worth more than small village near Salzburg, but you can still get Speedster style if you are willing to drive something from the wild side.  Like this 1969 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia offered for $2,500 in Phoenix, AZ. Tip from FuelTruck.

Who Is Paul Normand? 4 Classic Recreations

I'm gonna come clean with everyone here and admit that I wasn't familiar with the name Paul Normand, until yesterday.  But, Paul isn't a Carroll Shelby or John DeLorean character who worked with big budgets, and instead is an old time hot rodder who cranks out a few cars a year.  The result is that when the spring thaw comes to Rochester, New Hampshire, a few lucky folks can buy one of his creations.   Right now a seller named o07hoopty claims to be an exclusive broker and has four of Paul's masterpieces on eBay.

Not A Loser, Baby: 1957 Beck Porsche 356 Speedster Replica

Way back in 1986 a guy by the name of Chuck Beck partnered with Kevin Hines at Special Edition Inc out of  Bremen, IN to build a high quality 356 replica.  The rear engined 356 Speedster and mid engined 550 Spyder have been continuously rolling out of a small workshop for owners to finish assembly and drive around looking like a million bucks, but only costing about $30k. Find this 1957 Beck Porsche 356 Speedster Replica here on eBay bidding for $20,000 reserve-not-met with 2 days to go, located in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.  Tip from FK.

Mid Week Match-Up: Brass Era Car For Gord

Today's Mid Week Match-Up reques comes from Gord, who writes:  anyway.... having owned most cars of the alphabet i have not sunk my teeth into a brass era, prewar car. i love the individual lights (vs. in the fenders), a rumble seat and of course a convertible... so most likely a 2 door like her running ideally have looked at a 27 nash that needs everything for 8k (but that is CDN) so.... what is out there for 8k cdn (i can import from the US no issues)... so about 6k US, located in Canada.

Auction Watch: 1957 Porsche 356 Speedster Electric Replica

Take a look at this 1957 Porsche 356 Electric Replica here on eBay offered for $30,000 buy-it-now or make-offer located in Redwood City, CA.

Auction Watch: 1957 Volkswagen Porsche 356 Speedster Replica

Check out this 1957 Volkswagen Porsche Speedster Replica here on eBay bidding for $5,505 with auction ending Sunday at 7:51PM PST.

10k: Original Hot Rod: 1922 Ford Model T Speedster

The Ford Model T was the original hot rod.  It was cheap, ubiquitous, and easy to modify -- the perfect recipe for building something for custom.  Ford revolutionized the automotive industry with the Model T and built 15 million of these little machines from 1908 through 1927, so there are quite a few still running around.  Find this 1922 Ford Model T Speedster offered for $10,900 in Monroe, WA via craigslist.  Tip from Jesse B.

10k: Hot Rodding: 1941 Ford Speedster

The art of automobile customizing is in a sorry state today.  Most so called hot rod shops simply bolt on expensive aftermarket components onto vehicles and call them done.  There was a time when creating a hod rod meant re-purposing components from other cars and if you put a Lincoln Versailles rear end into your Mustang, you were the only one with that setup in your state.  Bring back the glory days of classic hot rodding with this 1941 Ford Speedster offered for $8,900 in Belchertown, MA via craigslist.  Tip from jdah.