Sports cars are often thought to have appeared in the United States after the conclusion of the Second World War.  Soldiers who were exposed to British and other racing and sports cars returned stateside and created a market for American-produced vehicles that larger auto manufacturers were happy to serve. Although it is true that the [...]

Chevrolet has claimed the Corvette is “America’s first sports car,” but that dubious claim can certainly be debunked by a quick look at American automotive history.  Sports cars of many sorts existed prior to the Corvette.  One of the most significant came into being before the First World War.  Produced in New Jersey, the Mercer [...]

In a car culture dominated by SUV’s, family sedans and economy cars, sports cars stand out in the crowd.  There are a variety of selling points for all types of automobiles, but sports cars are uniquely attractive for at least five reasons. Driving Quality Whereas other automobile types are designed with function and affordability in [...]

Perhaps you are familiar with various automobile dealer incentives.  Sellers are known to offer the occasional freebie or perk if you purchase a car.  These incentives can be as small as a free upgrade to carpeted floor mats, or may take the more significant direction of cash back bonuses or reduced interest rate financing.  Whatever [...]

In 1959, Ian Fleming penned Goldfinger and inserted his secret agent hero, James Bond, into a 1959 Astin Martin DB-3.  There was a lag between the story’s release, however, and the motion picture that shared its name.  By the time Sean Connery was prepared to take out Goldfinger, the DB-3 seemed dated.  James Bond got [...]

Many sports car fans have gone into production!  That’s right, they have built their own sports cars—often to resemble some of the most rare and valuable sports cars in history.  These replicar owners are kit car builders who go out of their way to make high-quality replicas of the real thing. Among the most popular [...]

Throughout the 1970s, television programs (particularly hour long action/dramas) often featured heroes with enviable sports cars.  Though not every car was particularly memorable or essential to the show’s personality, some television sports cars did manage to leave a lasting impression.  Here are five truly unforgettable television sports cars from the 1970s: Dan Tanna’s 1957 Thunderbird [...]

There are literally thousands of sports car enthusiasts who have amassed impressive automobile collections.  However, some collections stand out as truly amazing.  Three collections, in particular, are very noteworthy and command the attention of any sports car fan. Toad Hall Toad Hall, the private collection of Bill Putman, features an assortment of sports cars dating [...]

Owning and maintaining a sports car can be a rewarding experience.  It can also be a trying and frustrating process, as a sports car owner may confront any number of difficult issues. There may be questions about insurance coverage, automobile protection, driving techniques, repair processes, maintenance requirements and a host of other issues.  With so [...]

In the world of sports cars, the term “exotic” refers to vehicles produced in very limited numbers, often by smaller manufacturers and super high-end vehicles created by some of the better-known car companies outside of the United States. Many exotics are legendary.  The world’s fastest car, the McLaren F1, for instance is a well-known exotic.  [...]