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Marconi Automobile Museum

Tustin, California

Housed in an unassuming two story building in Tustin, one will find a $60 million plus car collection, loaded with Ferraris, Lamboghinis and other amazing cars, as well as a collection of interesting motorcyles.
One of the author's all-time favorite cars. This was, at the time, the fastest four-seat car in the world, the Lamborghini Espada. Three versions of this car were made, with varying trim, grill, and interior styles. Powered by an incredible V-12 that was later used in the Countach.
The Espada is a true 4 seater, not a 2+2 or any designation that would imply a temporary or "child only" rear seat. Four full sized adults could travel quite swiftly in air-conditioned comfort in this car.
Above: Another V-12 equipped Italian supercar from the 1970, the Lamborghini Jarama. Below: Toyota obviously ripped off this design for their Celica/Supra of the 1980s.
Ferrari Dino 246; This was Ferrari's attempt to create a less expensive car, featuring Dino Ferrari designed V6 in a mid-engined configuration. The engines were actually manufactured by Fiat and have Fiat markings on them. Initially marketed as a "Dino" and without any Ferrari logos or the "prancing horse" emblems. Many of these items were added on by owners, and these cars are now generally all considered true Ferraris.
Above: Ferrari 512 "Boxer"
Above: 1965 Marcos 1800GT--Interesting cars, made partially from wood!

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Toy King Wonder and Dutch Preston Institute of Psychophotomics
Los Angeles, California
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