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Articles and guides tagged "cars" from Big Boy Exotics - covering sourcing, authentication, and ownership of exotic and luxury vehicles.

• Porsche 928 S4: Make Rear-Axle Condition Part of the Purchase
  Understand the Porsche 928 S4’s Weissach axle and what to ask about rear-suspension condition, alignment records, tires and parts before buying.
• Ferrari 575M Maranello Transmission and Mode Buyer Guide
  Understand 575M Maranello gearbox choices, F1 Automatic and Sport modes, service records, and the test-drive checks that matter to US buyers.
• Ferrari 328 GTS: Give Bosch Injection a Cold-and-Warm Evaluation
  Plan a Ferrari 328 GTS inspection around a cold start, warm-up and hot restart, with period US handbook context and specialist-led evaluation.
• Porsche 911 50th Anniversary 991 Buyer Identification Guide
  Identify the 991 Porsche 911 50th Anniversary Edition through its body, cabin, US specification, and records before adding one to your buying shortlist.
• Ferrari California T Roof and Handling Speciale Buyer Guide
  Compare California T roof practicality and Handling Speciale setup. A US buyer guide to fit, option records, test drives, and pre-purchase inspection.
• Maserati GranSport M138 Coupe and Spyder Identification Guide
  Distinguish the original M138 Maserati GranSport coupe and Spyder from later GranSport trims. Verify body style, identity, equipment, and records.
• Lamborghini Jalpa V8 and Removable Roof Buyer Guide
  Plan a Lamborghini Jalpa purchase around its carbureted V8, removable roof, build records, specialist inspection, and a realistic US ownership plan.
• Mercedes-Benz R129 SL500: Why the Roof Needs a Complete Demonstration
  Buying a Mercedes-Benz R129 SL500? Understand its roof controls, removable hardtop and roll-over protection before arranging a nationwide purchase.
• Original Gallardo Superleggera: Follow the US Lightweight Specification
  Read the early Gallardo Superleggera’s US-specific weight reduction, carbon-fiber components and factory options before comparing individual cars.
• McLaren 620R: Build a Road-and-Track Setup Record Before Buying
  Use the 620R’s US handbook to understand damper settings, spoiler position, road tires and circuit equipment before a documented purchase.
• Porsche 997 GT2: The Rear-Drive Turbo and Manual Combination
  Understand the original 997 GT2’s turbocharged flat-six, rear drive, six-speed manual and factory equipment before building a US buying shortlist.
• Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Coupe: Understand the Three Aero Configurations
  Explore the original Veyron coupe’s coordinated ride height, front diffusers and rear aero, with a specialist-led handover brief for US buyers.
• Ferrari 456M GT: Build a Manual V12 Touring Specification
  Verify a 456M GT’s factory manual configuration, US specification, powered rear-seat access and optional luggage before a touring-focused purchase.
• Ferrari 348 ts: Make the Removable Roof Part of the Purchase
  A US-focused 348 ts guide to roof identity, fastening hardware, behind-seat stowage, cabin fit and a complete pre-purchase inspection.
• 2005–2006 Ford GT: Establish the Supercharged V8 Baseline
  Read the original Ford GT’s US V8 and manual specification, distinguish later changes, and prepare a documented inspection and ownership handover.
• BMW Z8: Put the Aluminum Structure at the Center of the Inspection
  Understand the BMW Z8’s aluminum spaceframe, then build a US pre-purchase inspection around structural history, repair evidence and documented condition.
• 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon: How the Chiller Manages Heat
  The original Demon used air-conditioning hardware and an after-run routine to manage charge-air heat. Knowing the difference sharpens an ownership plan.
• Mercedes-AMG S65 Coupe: Why Curve Mode Is a Comfort Feature
  The C217 S65’s suspension story goes beyond keeping the body level. Its inward-leaning curve function was designed around the people inside.
• Porsche 991 Targa 4S: Understand the Moving Rear Glass
  The 991 Targa brought back the signature roof bar with a thoroughly modern folding sequence. Follow the moving glass to understand its everyday appeal.
• Nissan GT-R NISMO Special Edition: What Factory-Matched Engine Parts Add
  Understand the Nissan GT-R NISMO Special Edition’s matched engine parts, US power rating and the records that distinguish its factory specification.
• Audi TT RS Coupe: The Lighter Five-Cylinder Behind the Sound
  The 8S TT RS preserved Audi’s five-cylinder character while changing the engine’s weight and construction. Here is why that matters to a US buyer.
• BMW M4 CSL: Choose the Seat Before Chasing the Weight Saving
  The M4 CSL offered two very different carbon-seat configurations. That choice changes how its lightweight brief fits real ownership.
• Lamborghini Diablo 6.0: The Final Evolution Was Also About Ergonomics
  The Diablo 6.0’s revised seat position and cabin deserve attention alongside the larger V12 when planning a US ownership experience.
• Ferrari 355 F1 Berlinetta: The Five-Valve V8 Behind the Paddles
  The 355 F1 added paddle control to an already significant engine. Its five-valve V8 helps explain the car’s character and how to approach a purchase.
• Ferrari Enzo: Read the Original F1 Gearbox Brief
  The Enzo’s factory brochure omits a fully automatic shift mode. Its controls and integrated systems deserve a deliberate introduction before ownership.
• Ferrari F50: When the V12 Becomes Part of the Chassis
  The F50’s load-bearing V12 connects its engine, transmission and rear suspension. Understanding that layout changes how a US buyer evaluates the car.
• Ferrari F40: Preserve the Original Turbocharged Driving Brief
  The F40’s twin-turbo V8 and deliberately spare controls reward a purchase brief focused on original behavior, documented changes and driver preparation.
• Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé: Reading Its Motor-Yacht Design
  Explore the original Phantom Drophead’s aluminum structure, open-air proportions and split picnic trunk when considering a US grand-touring purchase.
• Bentley Mulsanne: Why the 6¾-Liter V8 Defines the Experience
  Explore the early modern Bentley Mulsanne’s 6¾-liter V8, low-speed torque and craftsmanship before building a US grand-touring purchase brief.
• Jaguar XJ220: Understanding the Production V6 on Its Own Terms
  The XJ220’s transition from V12 concept to twin-turbo V6 production car explains its character, construction and place in a US collection.
• McLaren P1: Two Steering-Wheel Buttons, Two Different Kinds of Performance
  IPAS changes power delivery; DRS changes aerodynamic drag. Understanding that separation reveals the original P1’s performance-hybrid thinking.
• New-Generation Aston Martin Vanquish: What Boost Reserve Actually Does
  The returning Vanquish uses turbo-pressure management to sharpen V12 response. Here is how to read the engineering beyond its headline output.
• Porsche’s Q3 2026 US Sales: Read the 911 Quarter and Year Together
  Understand Porsche’s October 9, 2026 US sales report, the 911’s quarterly and year-to-date figures, and the limits of using national totals to price a car.
• Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: Inspect the Differential Cooling Circuit
  Explore the CLK 63 AMG Black Series differential oil cooler, its connection to rear-body repairs and the records worth requesting for a US purchase.