Every now and then, you come across a car that’s a bit different from the rest. It’s got distinctively unique looks, comes from a low-volume manufacturer, and of course, is highly exclusive as a result. Zimmer Motor Cars was no exception. Founded by Paul Zimmer in 1980, this niche builder of neo-classic cars ran until 1997, when bankruptcy forced the company’s closure. There are no official production numbers available, but it’s believed that around 1,500 Golden Spirits were made. That’s why today’s 1986 Zimmer Golden Spirit is probably the first one we’re seeing in a very long time. This Alabama-based car is up for sale with just 26,700 miles on the clock. Snap it up, because it’s a piece of American history that’s easy to forget, but incredibly difficult to get your hands on when remembered.
Neo-classical was the design language employed by Zimmer Motor Cars, and one look at this 1986 Zimmer Golden Spirit is enough to show you what their inspirations were. Cloaked in a white suit, the car sports a pastiche of design elements from the 1920s through 1950s. Vast chromed radiator grille? Check. Outboard-mounted spare wheel covers? Check. External, podded headlamps? Check. Chrome wire wheels? Check. Yes, it’s a car that takes all these elements but manages to combine them into something decent-looking. The interior of this 1986 Zimmer Golden Spirit features power-adjustable seats, power windows, air conditioning and teak wood trim. Even the Nardi steering wheel sports a wooden rim. Look closely and you’ll note a variety of components from mainstream American automakers; this is how Zimmer managed to keep costs manageable and maintain reliability – if someone else has made a part that works well, why reinvent the wheel after all? The front seats are said to be Recaro bucket units which offer excellent comfort. There’s a Blaupunkt radio cassette player too, so that you can enjoy some music while you and up to three passengers take a trip in this quirky automobile.
This 1986 Zimmer Golden Spirit uses a 5.0-liter V8 from a contemporary Ford Mustang to propel it. Paired with a 4-speed overdrive automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, it’s a proper car to enjoy. We’re told that the gas tank and fuel pump have been replaced too.
Every now and then, you come across a car that’s a bit different from the rest. It’s got distinctively unique looks, comes from a low-volume manufacturer, and of course, is highly exclusive as a result. Zimmer Motor Cars was no exception. Founded by Paul Zimmer in 1980, this niche builder of neo-classic cars ran until 1997, when bankruptcy forced the company’s closure. There are no official production numbers available, but it’s believed that around 1,500 Golden Spirits were made. That’s why today’s 1986 Zimmer Golden Spirit is probably the first one we’re seeing in a very long time. This Alabama-based car is up for sale with just 26,700 miles on the clock. Snap it up, because it’s a piece of American history that’s easy to forget, but incredibly difficult to get your hands on when remembered.
If you want a Sixties GTO but can’t quite stretch to the prices that pristine examples fetch, this black 1967 Pontiac LeMans Convertible GTO Tribute is a viable contender to consider. It’s available in Greenacres, Florida, with a 400ci V8 under the hood and a TH400 3-speed autobox for ease of driving. With less than 23,000 miles on the clock, this baby also rocks an aftermarket exhaust, the famous His & Hers shifter, and some aftermarket upgrades too. It’s a cool car to cruise around in, but bury the throttle pedal and it can really take off, with the accompanying V8 rumble making everyone within earshot tingle in excitement.
Pontiac’s Star Chief was a full-size offering available between 1947 and 1966, across six generations. It represented the top trim level for the Chieftain model, and as such, sat at the upper echelons of Pontiac’s hierarchy. Today’s 1957 Pontiac Star Chief Custom Safary 2-Door Wagon Restomod is a bit different, though. It’s a restomod with some neat upgrades and makes for a fine classic daily driver. With over 120,000 miles on the clock, this car has been around quite a bit, but it’s not tired at all. Rather, this Riverside-based Pontiac is ready for even more action if you please. It’s got a 347ci V8 with FiTech Go Tri-Power electronic fuel injection, an aftermarket audio system and even air conditioning!
This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Restomod is a first generation Camaro like no other. With its sleek red suit and fine black interior, this machine packs a 455-horsepower Big Block under the hood! That’s not all, a Muncie M-22 Rock Crusher 4-speed manual box lets you decide how exactly to send that power to the wheels via a Ford 9-inch rear end with 3.89 gears and a Detroit locker. All that, plus a host of restoration and upgrades can be yours with just under 5,400 miles on the clock. If you’re tempted, this one of a kind machine is available in Coral Springs, Florida. If you’re far away, it’s definitely worth a drive to check out this baby!
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