The latest SwissClassics Revue 87-5/2021 is now available in subscribers' mailboxes and at newsstands or on order, and of course it is full of exciting topics.
Swiss Porsche Special
The Porsche 356 is the foundation of one of the most famous and successful sports and racing car brands in the world. With its simple exterior and proven VW parts, it provided a good basis for conversions in the fifties and sixties and was subsequently redesigned by Zagato, Abarth and many other manufacturers. Emil Stadtmann and Otto Dätwyler also gave two 356s a new body, and the first of their two "Specials" was even exhibited at the 1971 Geneva Motor Show. Currently still in the Swiss Museum of Transport in Lucerne, the one-off will be on display at the Swiss Classic World 2021 at the SwissClassics Revue stand at the beginning of October.
Beautiful, fast and wearing a fabric cap in Zurich
In 1931, the young William Lyons began building his own sports cars under the brand name Swallow Sidecars. His aim of combining sportiness, beauty and an affordable price is evidence of his great ambitions. This suited the tastes of Emil Frey, who imported the SS models to Switzerland. Although the clientele was largely satisfied, there was a demand for individually designed convertibles suitable for use all year round, which the coachbuilding company Gebrüder Tüscher AG was able to satisfy. A good dozen of the converted SS Jaguars were built in Zurich, one of which is still on the road today after 15 years of restoration...
Special: Buying a classic car, but how?
Every classic car purchase has its origins in an interest in classic vehicles. However, the needs and therefore also the criteria that the car and buyer must fulfill in order to form the ideal couple diverge from person to person. Unfortunately, there is no magic formula, but this article does provide a few helpful tips and addresses...
Buyer's guide: Alfa Romeo Alfetta GT/GTV
Launched in 1974, the coupé with its strong character was initially available with four cylinders. These earlier models featured attractive chrome elements, and from 1980 there was more plastic. However, the Busso V6 with its legendary sound was now also available. The elegant coupés had a lot to offer at moderate prices. But sometimes, above all, rust.
Kawasaki's counterattack
With the 500 H1 Mach III, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer made quite a ruckus from 1968. A three-cylinder two-stroke engine produced 60 aggressive horsepower, which, combined with undersized brakes and an underpowered chassis, cost the rider a few nerves and sometimes even repairs. In 1969, Honda took the throne of the motorcycle world with the CB 750 Four. After two years, however, Kawasaki struck back successfully with the 750 H2 Mach IV. Hanspeter "Hämpu" Bolliger restored a neglected stationary bike and had to turn down well-priced purchase offers...
Walter "Walo" Habegger
Probably not many people remember the man from Oberaargau. This is hardly surprising, as his 16 years as a racing driver were over half a century ago. He drove many cars and celebrated a number of successes. We shed light on the story of a man whose will to win manifested itself not only on the racetrack.
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