Dom Miliano's Blog – March 2011 Archive (4)

   The Porsche 550 and 550A 

By Dom Miliano

            When it came out, many automotive writers were falling over themselves trying to be the first to show pictures and write stories about Porsche's new Boxster. But I always like to look back to see where inspiration comes from so let me put things into historic perspective by taking a look at the 1950's Porsche Spyders that serve as its…

Interview With One Of Racing's Greats: Derek Bell

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Dom Miliano

                Derek Bell is one of the most successful sports car drivers in history.  His career spans three decades and is highlighted by 5 wins at one of the most difficult races in the sport of motorcar racing - Le Mans.  To the casual fan, his name is probably most closely associated with Porsche or with his occasional duties as…

Mid-Life Crisis Racing

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Dom Miliano

     I'm a sucker for old race cars, especially old Porsche race cars.  Unlike today's automotive designs, where aerodynamics dictates the look of a racer, thirty years ago a car's shape was more a reflection of the builder's instincts than anything else.  Back then, fast cars had swoopy metal fenders, ignitions with points, Italian carburetors and treaded tires that were closer in…

Silly Things Race Car Drivers Say

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Dom Miliano

Some say the silly season starts after the last checkered flag has dropped.  Not so.  If you pay attention, at every race, drivers really…