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The Porsche from the Winter of 53

This morning, while recovering from Jet-Lag, I figured a little catch-up around the internet would be a great idea. Following the jump, you’ll see a fantastic video about the daily use of a ’53 Porsche 356. True, snow and classics might not be for everyone, but the owner sure makes some valid arguments about driving the car year round. While you may not be ready to order a set of European studs for your classic, the video is at the very least inspiration for all of us who feel locking up a classic is a crime. Take the time to view (4.5min), and then head out for a quick evening spin in your classic.

-Dave

Video created by Will Rogge (http://www.willroegge.com/blog/), and originally featured on Speedhunters.com

Car Movies: Pas de problème!


Leave it to the French to create the most wacky and entertaining car chase scenes! Like the Dukes of Hazzard, but without the tough American iron to absorb the landings, the stuntmen and European tin in this 1975 film take a beating. The leading man in his Fiat 131 tries to get away from the baddies in their VW K70, leaving a trail of wreckage in their wake.

It is surprisingly hard to find much information about this film online, but famous stunt driver Remy Julienne is credited as a driver. He later went on to do stunt work in many of the James Bond films. It turns out a Citroen DS makes a great ramp, french roads are full of talented stunt drivers, and a Fiat tends to fly better than a VW. This just makes us want to go buy an old Peugeot and make drift!

[via Retro and Classic Cars]

Car Movies: Un Homme et Une Femme

Although the classic French movie Un Homme et Une Femme (A Man and a Woman) is essentially a love story between the character Jean-Louis and the young widow, Anne, the former is a racing driver and the movie features a lot of great cars. From Mustangs on the road to a Brabham and GT40 on the track, this movie is a must-see for all classic car fans.

Directed by none other than Claude Lelouch, of C’Etait Un Rendezvous infamy, the movie was a critical success, being awarded a Grand Prix at the 1966 Cannes Festival, and a Golden Globe for the soundtrack. It features the rich visual style of Lelouch, a quirky French cinéma style, and the now-uncommon trait of telling the story through images instead of constant dialogue.

Enjoy this trailer for the movie, and an extended race car scene, and be sure to find the full film if you haven’t already!