Category Archives: two-seaters

2019 Mazda MX-5 RF – Drive Report

Posted on December 5, 2018 by

More power to the people. For 2019 the MX-5 Miata gets 26 more ponies bumping the SKYACTIV-G 2.0-L engine up to 181-HP. Seventeen percent more horsepower is a big move in any engine. Engine torque is up a bit too … Continue reading →

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Fiat 124 Spider Abarth – Tracked

Posted on October 28, 2018 by

A one-day Fiat Track Experience at Autobahn Country Club in Joliet, Illinois under the tutelage of the pros at Skip Barber Racing School gave me plenty of seat time in the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth.  Driving the 124 Spider Abarth … Continue reading →

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2017 Mazda Miata MX-5 RF – Drive Report

Posted on July 24, 2017 by

Mazda’s 2017 Miata MX-5 RF, the retractable fastback, functions quite well around Chicagoland. Push the switch for the top and it’s down, or up, in 13 seconds. That makes things pretty convenient for buzzing around in the open air and … Continue reading →

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2017 Fiat 124 Spider – Drive Report

Posted on April 14, 2017 by

Warm weather is upon us, so to speak, and the car to have for some summer fun is a convertible. The 2017 Fiat 124 Spider makes for a perfect weekend getaway for you and your mate.  With a bit of … Continue reading →

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Collectors’ Car Garage – Chicago Winter Storage Special

Posted on October 24, 2016 by

Collectors’ Car Garage – Chicago is featuring a Winter Storage Special, which will provide a six-month discounted storage rate in their 300 car, climate controlled facility. Bennett Logan, General Manager says, “The CCG Building is a blend of a museum … Continue reading →

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2017 Fiat 124 Spider – Drive & Review

Posted on September 22, 2016 by

With the great summer weather we’ve just experienced many folks probably were wishing for a convertible to drive. The all-new 2017 Fiat 124 Spider, reminiscent of the 1966 edition, is another new choice among the 2- and 4-seat drop tops … Continue reading →

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In the News: Tesla failure , Lincoln comes to you, VW settles, sales are slowing, what’s most-American and more.

Posted on July 3, 2016 by

2016 is half over and yet every week brings more news and updates in the auto industry. Keep up to date on what might affect you. Catch up on last week’s top auto news right here. @1ChicagoCarGuy

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