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Silodrome was established in 2010 by Ben Branch as a platform focused on Gasoline Culture and everything related to it. We cover a wide range of topics, including modern and classic cars, motorcycles, racing, gear, gadgets, clothing, boats, planes, airships, and sometimes even submarines. Our website is refreshed every day, featuring two updates on weekdays and one update on weekends.

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Is This The Most Beautiful American V12? The 1938 Lincoln Zephyr

1 day ago | silodrome.com | Ben Branch

This is a 1938 Lincoln Zephyr Coupe, and it may very well be the best example of its kind in the world, having won awards at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance and many other major events. The Lincoln Zephyr was powered by an American-made V12 engine, the Lincoln-Zephyr H-series V12. It was a smooth, powerful engine that offered a high-end alternative to car buyers, above the likes of the Ford V8 DeLuxe.
The Incredible New Lego Williams FW14B F 1 Car (And Nigel Mansell)

1 day ago | silodrome.com | Ben Branch

This is the new Lego version of the Williams FW14B Formula 1 car, and importantly it comes with its own little Nigel Mansell Lego man with his iconic moustache recreated in all its glory. The 1992 F1 season largely centered around Nigel Mansell and his Williams FW14B, this pairing would be the dominant force that year, and he set a record with 9 wins that season – becoming the most successful British F1 driver in history until years later when the title was taken by Lewis Hamilton.
Europe’s Only Plymouth Hemi Cuda: The Muscle Car That Went Racing In Scandinavia

2 days ago | silodrome.com | Ben Branch

This 1971 Plymouth Hemi Cuda has the unusual historic distinction of being the only export model ever delivered new to Europe. It was raced in Scandinavian motorsport in-period, and it likely did quite well thanks to that 426/425 bhp Hemi V8 under the hood. It has now been given a comprehensive restoration by marque specialist Lloyd Lind, and it retains its matching numbers drivetrain.
An Undercover Smartwatch: The Timex Expedition Tide-Temp-Compass Watch

2 days ago | silodrome.com | Ben Branch

Reading time: about 2 minutes This is the Timex Expedition Tide-Temp-Compass watch, it’s essentially a modern smartwatch hidden behind classic analogue dial, and it can show you the current temperature, the high/low tide level, a compass, and of course, it shows you the time. The watch has the usual hour, minute, and second hands – but it also has a “multi-function hand,” which has opposing blue and orange tips on this model. This multi-function hand is where the magic happens, it rotates...
L76 V8 Swapped: An Incredible Iso Rivolta IR 300

3 days ago | silodrome.com | Ben Branch

The Iso Rivolta IR 300 is an elegant grand tourer that debuted in 1962 to challenge the likes of Ferrari and Maserati. The body was designed by the great Giorgetto Giugiaro, and the engineering was done by the legendary Ferrari veteran Giotto Bizzarrini. The IR 300 was a major gamble for Iso Automoveicoli as they had only ever made motor scooters and bubble cars previously.
An "LRV001" Lunar Rover License Plate That Went To The Moon

3 days ago | silodrome.com | Ben Branch

This is a miniature license plate for the Lunar Roving Vehicle, otherwise known as the Moon Rover. It was flown to the moon in the pocket of Apollo 15 Mission Commander Dave Scott, and it was on him when he became the first person to drive a vehicle on the surface of another world. The plate is made from aluminum alloy and measures in at 1.25″ x 0.75″, it has the faux-registration number “LRV 001” as well as the NASA logo and the Boeing logo – the company that made the Moon Rover.
For Sale: A 325 BHP 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS

4 days ago | silodrome.com | Ben Branch

This is a 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS powered by the big block 396 cubic inch V8 that’s good for 325 bhp. It has a desirable Muncie M20 4-speed manual transmission, and a Positraction rear end. High-performance variants of the Camaro like this were developed to directly challenge the Shelby Mustangs, and unseat them from their position at the top of the pony car market segment. The Camaro would become a major success for Chevrolet, and the long-time rival of the Mustang.
The Buck Knives 662 Alpha Scout Pro Knife: Made In The USA

4 days ago | silodrome.com | Ben Branch

This is the 662 Alpha Scout Pro Knife from Buck Knives, it has a blade made from heat-treated S35VN stainless steel, and a machine-textured walnut Dymalux® handle. Buck Knives has come a long way from where the company started back in 1902, when company founder Hoyt Buck made a name for himself making high-quality knives using worn-out file blades as his raw material.
A 4x4 International "Bliss Mobil" Overland Camper

5 days ago | silodrome.com | Ben Branch

This is a 2025 International 4×4 Bliss Mobil overland camper. The accommodation in the rear contains everything you need for a comfortable life on the road, and thanks to the capability of the HV507 4×4 truck it’s built on, it can go almost anywhere.
A WWII Aircraft Engine Gets A Second Life As Glass Coffee Table

5 days ago | silodrome.com | Ben Branch

This is a coffee table made from a WWII-era Jacobs R-755 radial engine that dates to 1942. It now has a tempered glass top that measures 60″ in diameter, and the table rides on four nylon casters. The engine was built into a coffee table by the seller, they stripped and refinished it, painted the crankcase in light blue, then re-plated and polished the hardware. It’s now looking for a new owner, and it’ll make an excellent centerpiece to any room – not to mention a phenomenal conversation piece.