Cadillac, Sailing School, Custom Motorcycles, Racing School (103)Cadillac is poised for an image change with the release of the sporty 2003 CTS, a sedan that's designed to appeal to a younger crowd. We'll also take a look at another inspiring Cadillac, the classic 1930 V-16 452A; then we'll go for a spin in an affordable Eldorado from the 1970s.
Our next stop is San Diego, where students at the Harbor Sailing School learn to race sailing yachts.
We'll also spend a day with three of the most sought-after custom motorcycle builders in the country. This trio of perfectionists often sells their creations for more than $50,000 apiece.
Finally, follow a father and son as they learn how to race on a grand prix race track at the Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving. Sit in on a professional race car technique class and watch students learn to take the high-speed turns from inside their customized Mustangs.
Cadillac Facts:
- The CTS's 3.2-liter V6 takes it from 0-60 mph in less than seven seconds.
- The manufacturers suggested retail price (MSRP) for a fully equipped Cadillac CTS is about $40,000.
- A 1930 Cadillac 452A Roadster recently sold for $253,000 at the RM Auction in Phoenix, Ariz.
- The 452 in the name represents the car's 452-cubic-inch-displacement motor.
- The 452A's V-16 engine produces 175 horsepower with a top speed of 90 miles per hour.
- The first Eldorado model was introduced in 1953 at the Geneva Motor Show.
- A 1976 Cadillac Eldorado convertible in good condition is worth around $13,000.
Contact Information:
www.cadillac.com
Resources:
Classic Cadillac
by Jim Dietzler
Cadillac: Standard of the World: A complete History
by Maurice D. Hendry
The Classic Car Club of America
847-390-0443
www.classiccarclub.org
San Diego Boat Show Facts:
- The sailboat featured in this episode is a Beneteau 40.7.
- The same model boat won the prestigious Hawaii Kenwood Cup in 2000 and placed first in its class at Key West Race Week in 2002.
Contact Information:
Harbor Sailboats
2040 Harbor Island Drive
Suite 104
San Diego, CA 92101
619-291-9568
www.harborsailboats.com
Resources:
The Complete Rigger’s Apprentice: Tools and Techniques for Modern Traditional Rigging
by Brion Toss, Des Pawson, Larry Pardey
Classic Sailing Adventures
800-659-0141
www.classicsailingadventures.com
San Diego Boating
619-221-9200
www.sandiegoboating.com
San Diego Sailing
www.sandiegosailing.com
Custom Bike Builders Facts:
- The origin of the term "chopper" dates back to the 1940s, when owners removed heavy parts from their stock motorcycles.
- Today, a chopper refers to a cruiser-style motorcycle that is lowered and stretched with an extended front end.
- Research suggests that Americans ride motorcycles for relaxation and a release from everyday stress.
- The most custom choppers are modified Harley-Davidson-style V-Twins.
Contact Information:
LA Choppers
705 W. Foothill Blvd.
Azusa, CA 91702-2348
626-334-5544
Resources:
Ultimate Sheet Metal Fabrication
by Tim Remus
Sturgis, N.D, Rally
Some 300,000 motorcycling enthusiasts from all over the world make a pilgrimage to this small South Dakota town every year.
http://rally.sturgis.sd.us
National Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame
(319) 462-3925
www.nationalmcmuseum.org
Bob Bondurant Driving School Facts:
- The Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving opened in 1968 at Orange County Raceway near Los Angeles.
- The school has been aptly termed "the fastest 60 acres in America."
- Famous racing graduates from the school include Dale Earnhardt, Stirling Moss, Dan Gurney and Al Unser, Jr.
- Celebrity graduates from the school include Paul Newman, Clint Eastwood and Gene Hackman.
- More than 80,000 students have participated in the Bondurant racing school.
- The school features a 1.6-mile, 15-turn road course where drivers reach speeds of nearly 100 miles per hour.
- Bob Bondurant won the GT category and took fourth overall in a Ford Cobra Daytona Coupe at Le Mans in 1964.
Contact Information:
Bondurant School of High Performance Driving
20000 S. Maricopa Road.
Chandler, AZ
480-961-0143
866-718-7223
www.bondurant.com
Resources:
Bob Bondurant on High Performance Driving
by Bob Bondurant, John Blakemore
RacingSchools.com
A thorough list of driving schools nationwide.
www.racingschools.com
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