Category Archives: Showroom Quality

Photographs of automobiles that are showroom quality / in pristine condition

1934 Model 40 Special Speedster

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Ian Merritt


Working the auto show circuit as a photographer makes for a fast paced, ulcer-inducing, sweaty sweaty mess. While humping my camera gear around the 2012 New York International Auto Show for Jalopnik.com I found a cool calming breeze in the form of Edsel Ford’s 1934 Model 40 Special Speedster. Continue reading →

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1931 Ford Model ‘A’ Roadster

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Ian Merritt




Actually, this vehicle is a 1931 indented firewall twin side mount Model A Roadster. But who’s splitting hairs? um… The Ford collectors, that’s who. Continue reading →

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1957 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Ian Merritt




I’m going to shimmy out on a high altitude tree limb and express my views on the the 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster: This is the prettiest car. Ever. Continue reading →

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1957 Chevrolet Corvette

Posted on December 5, 2010 by Ian Merritt




For those of you who have been biting your nails waiting for me to post an American Classic, your wait is over. Presenting a gorgeous black 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. Vette enthusiasts can rejoice… Continue reading →

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1964 Porsche 356 Carrera 2

Posted on December 5, 2010 by Ian Merritt




Cutting edge automotive design begins with a vision. Great designs can leave a lasting impression on the rest of the automotive industry for 10 seconds or for 10 years Continue reading →

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1964 Ferrari 250 GT Lusso

Posted on November 10, 2010 by Ian Merritt




This is a museum quality example of the 1964 Ferrari 250 GT Lusso. With the 250 GT Lusso, the Lusso stands for luxury (literal translation from Italian to English)… and by luxury I mean copious amounts of supple quilted leather. Mmm supple. Continue reading →

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1959 BMW 507

Posted on October 28, 2010 by Ian Merritt




This, ladies and gentlemen, is the BMW 507. It is one of 252 built in a 3 year production run. It is a masterpiece, it is a marvel, and most likely, you have never seen one in person before. Continue reading →

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