| Why do so many people spend so much of their | | | | Classic sports car collectors either lovingly |
| time and money buying old sports cars, and | | | | restore and drive their cars or simply keep |
| restoring and taking care of them? Because a | | | | them in prime condition in their garages. |
| classic sports car is like an old tune, a | | | | Many love to show off their cars in shows and |
| vintage wine or a black-and-white | | | | win trophies. And why not? These handsome |
| photograph--timeless, priceless and | | | | cars are the epitome of style. If you plan on |
| nostalgic. A classic sports car is a | | | | buying a classic sports car, it is advisable |
| 'classic' because it traces its lineage to | | | | to go for a car that's reasonably priced and |
| the first or second generation of sports cars | | | | is simple but nevertheless interesting. |
| and is at least 30 years old. Cars from the | | | | American cars offer great value for the money |
| 60s are especially popular due to their | | | | when compared to cars from Europe, in terms |
| flamboyant design and trademark engine roars | | | | of availability of spare parts for |
| that call attention to their power. | | | | restoration. Most American classics come |
| | | | equipped with power windows, air-conditioning |
| The Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Corvette, Pontiac | | | | and power steering. On reliability, too, |
| GTO, Porsche 911 Carrera, Mercedes-Benz 300SL | | | | American cars tend to score better, as they |
| and Alfa Romeo Monza Spider are a few famous | | | | require lesser maintenance and do not need |
| classic sports cars that wowed generations of | | | | frequent servicing. Yes, it's possible to get |
| auto enthusiasts with their sleek tailfins, | | | | yourself a piece of history and some of that |
| chrome plating and grilles, bright, happy | | | | romance, without having to rob a bank, win a |
| two-tone colors, jet tube taillights, | | | | lottery or inherit a fortune. |
| wraparound windshields and plush upholstery. | | | | |