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Ferrari 400i For Sale on N. Lamar

Written by Ken Altes

Only 1306 Ferrari 400s were produced, ending in 1985.  This four-seater  has the GM Turbo Hydramatic 400 (as did the Rolls Royce and Jaguar) connected to a 310hp 4.8 liter V12 that would reach 150 mph.  It was expensive when new but affordable now. Asking price is $26,500. Very handsome car.Ferrari 400i for sale in Austin TX engine Ferrari 400i for sale in Austin TX rear vuew Ferrari 400i for sale in Austin TX side view Ferrari 400i for sale in Austin TX front

1988 Renault Alpine GTA for Sale on N. Lamar

Written by Ken Altes

This low volume French car was a competitor to Porsche and more than held its own.  Fiberglass body panels bonded to a backbone frame, and a turbo V6.  More details here.  With only 37% of its weight over the front wheels, this rear engined car was capable of 6 sec. 0-60 mph and 150 mph. Very pretty four-seater.   Asking $28,900 for this car.  This particular car was featured in  “Bring a Trailer.”Renault Alpine for sale in Austin TX. frontRenault Alpine for sale in Austin TexasRenault Alpine for sale in Austin TX. emblemRenault Alpine for sale in Austin TX

1980s Rolls Royce Corniche Convertible on S. Lamar

Written by Ken Altes

Getting some electrical work at Beck’s Electric. It’s pretty common to see an interesting car at this repair shop. I think this was the most expensive RR model.

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