Wednesday, February 21, 2007

Logo....

Bill Sever at NetBest designed this for us:


[ click on logo above to see animated version ]

Sunday, February 18, 2007

1961 Volvo 122-S

Project Car #3: 1961 Volvo 122-S Custom (Acquisition)

This project car was simply an acquisition. A well done total restoration of a 1961 Volvo Amazon (122S) that was done in San Antonio, TX in 2005. She was acquired on eBay.



More information when it becomes available

1957 Chevy Bel Air 150/210

Project Car #2: A 1957 Chevy Bel Air 150/210

This is a collaboration between JP Saleeby and Michael Pittsley of East Freetown, MA. The car, a rust bucket was acquired on eBay (from PA) and taken to Michael's shop for a complete restoration. Will be a "hot rod" version of this classic. Attention to safety and reliability with a modern fuel efficient powerplant.




Additional Pictures as project nears completion

1971 Alfa Romeo GTV / GTAm-R

Project Car #1: 1971 Alfa Romeo GTAm-R
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The Alfa Romeo project was born as a collaborative effort between JP Saleeby & Al Leake of Boulder Creek, CA. To take a 1971 Alfa Romeo GTV and configure into a GTAm. Replace all suspension, transmission & motor with updated components. A minimalistic approach, with a no frills interior, an utmost regard for driver & passenger safety and keeping costs affordable.


A photo of Al at Watkins Glen
Racing his vintage Alfa.





The project (car #1) a 1971 GTV.


The "shell" of the GTV stripped down to bare metal to have wide fender flairs (GTAm) added.



A refreshed Twin Spark motor out of a mid 1980's model 75 was used as an upgrade

More pictures when project is complete

Monday, February 12, 2007

VerDe Motors Company

VerDe Motors Company is born. The brainchild of JP Saleeby, MD. The idea: Create a company that holds true the idea of green (sustainable) living & driving.

Mission Statement:

To reclaim classic automobiles, renovate and restore, upgrade and update components, keeping in mind economy & ecology.