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The Wedge from Heaven: Seeing the Lancia Stratos at West Yellowstone

Witnessing the wedge that changed rallying forever. From the 1970s World Rally championships to the frozen runways of West Yellowstone Airport, the Lancia Stratos remains the ultimate Italian 'money shot.' Go behind the lens for a look at this purpose-built beast, its Ferrari Dino V6 soul, and the high-speed winter chaos of the first-ever Frost and Furious Snow Rally.

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The Black Beauty GT4: A Bridger Canyon Chase

"A standard Tuesday rip through Bridger Canyon turned into a high-stakes game of follow-the-leader when a Black Beauty GT4 appeared in my rearview. I was pushing my Fiat to the limit, but this Porsche was glued to my bumper. Check out the story (and the shots) of the girl who chased me down just to talk shop."

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The One That Got Away: A Red-Hot 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider

Bellissima! I first spotted this vibrant red 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider downtown, then found it on Craigslist. With only 11,000 original miles and that classic The Graduate aesthetic, she felt like a dream—but she was also a major red flag. From hidden rust concerns to temperamental Italian ignitions, this is the story of the one that got away. Ciao Bella!

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