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Classic Roadsters for Sale
Classic roadsters. What a unique term, for a unique version of automobile! While roadsters presently mean any car with a convertible roof, the term classic roadsters were for those two seat cars that didn't have a roof and weather protection. In fact, going back even further, the term roadster meant a horse suitable for use in travelling!
The Lifestyle of Classic roadsters
Classic roadsters were those cars very early on in the history of automobiles that had none of the conveniences of modern cars. The classic roadsters were raw, travelling machines. Built entirely out of metal, with some wheels, lights, a body and an engine, they were designed to get you places in style, but not comfort.
These cars are still adored now-a-days, with some seeing them as the pure representation of automobiles, while others like the sheer simplicity of them and clarity of mind to design and build them.
Classic roadsters and movies
Classic roadsters are a very classic sight in Hollywood movies. Without even naming a movie, all I have to describe to you is the scene of a man driving, and a lady in the passenger seat with sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat and a scarf flying through the air, with the West Coast flying by behind them. These cars were used so much in the movies because they denoted the feeling of moving forward against and in spite of the elements, while being able to take in the fresh air and get a feeling of exhilaration.
The most memorable Classic roadsters
Likely the most memorable classic roadsters were those that were mass-produced. These would be the Ford Model T, which would become one of the greatest selling cars of all time, and the Austin 7. Apart from that, while many developed at the time looked the same, you could tell the silhouette apart. Those with an interest in classic roadsters however, would feel hard-done-by if we didn't also mention the Bugatti Royale (or Type 41), or the Duesenberg Model J, which were both the cream of premium products at the time, with only very few being made!
Important classic roadster events
Unfortunately, due to the age of classic roadsters (with many being developed in the 20s and 30s), many have no longer survived. However, car events happen all over the world for what they term classic roadsters (which are normally those from the 40's to the 70's). In the UK there is the Perthshire Classic Car Festival and Drive It Day in April, and The Donington Historic Festival and Hutton-In-The-Forest Classic Car and Bike Show in May, while many make-specific events happen throughout the year. If you search online, you're bound to find one near you!
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Fiat 508 S Balilla Sport Spider "Coppa d`Oro"
1967 | Alfa Romeo 1600 Spider Duetto
concours restoration
1959 | Triumph TR 3A
TRIUMPH TR3
1964 | MG MGB
MG MGB Roadster 1964 Manual Petrol
1977 | MG MGB
MG MGB GT
1957 | Lancia Aurelia B24 Convertible
Lancia - Aurelia B24 Convertibile - 1957
1954 | Mercedes-Benz 300 S Roadster
Mercedes-Benz 300-serie 300 S Roadster Symbol of luxury and elegance from the 1950s, Revered for its superior engineering and performance, Highly sought after by collectors, Only 141 Roadsters made, Exterior paint and chrome impeccably preserved, Pristine interior showcasing classic luxury details, Meticulously maintained and in great condition, Extensive restoration photos included,
1983 | Mercedes-Benz 500 SL
Mercedes-Benz SL-Klasse SL500 Very well maintained car, driver-quality
1979 | Mercedes-Benz 280 SL
Mercedes-Benz SL-Klasse 280 European bumpers/headlights, Milan Brown Metallic, Brown leather, Automatic gearbox, Poduction-date Nov-1978, Option 870 electric seat heater Trade-in car.
1982 | Mercedes-Benz 380 SL
Mercedes-Benz SL-Klasse 380 Beautiful SL from the 107 series, Extensively refurbished for more than €35.000 in the last 5 years, Mercedes-Benz original parts sourced where available, "Champagne" metallic over light brown leather, Complete overview of renovations and repairs of the last 5 years
1974 | Mercedes-Benz 450 SL
Mercedes-Benz SL-Klasse 450 Triple blue Fantastic overall condition!, Recently more than €20.000 invested by a specialist, Equipped with factory Airconditioning - Becker Europe radio - Leather, Livery in Triple Bleu (Deep/Surf Blue - Blue leather - Blue carpet), "Entspannung beseitigt Anspannung" (MB-sales brochure)
1984 | Mercedes-Benz 280 SL
Mercedes-Benz SL-Klasse 280 Built for the European market, Rear seats (rare option), Offered with manufacturer's literature, Livery in Silver Bleu over Black (MB-Tex), Executed with the automatic transmission - Tempomat - ABS - Green glass, A stylish convertible with beautiful options and colour scheme
1979 | Mercedes-Benz 450 SL
Mercedes-Benz SL-Klasse 450 European specifications (headlights and bumpers), Well-preserved exterior and interior, Great colour combination "Colorado Beige over Dattel Brown", From factory equipped with climate control and Becker Europa radio, The third generation of the SL-Class,