Two rare Hongqi limousines found in Beijing; the Second Car
Two years ago I brought you the story about two extremely rare Hongqi CA770 state limousines that were found in Beijing. At the time I could only describe one car in detail. The second car had to wait...
View ArticleThe Hongqi CA770J Parade Car of the Beijing Classic Car Museum
The beautiful black Hongqi CA770J parade car, seen in the Beijing Classic Car Museum in the far northern suburbs of the Chinese capital. The majestic limousine was in a fantastic shape, large...
View ArticleSpotted in China: the Guangdong Wanli Suzuki Vitara JLX WLZ5020XLD
An extremely rare Guangdong Wanli Suzuki Vitara JLX WLZ5020XLD, Spotted in China in the Wangjing District in Beijing. The vehicle was dusty and very dirty but otherwise in a reasonable shape. Painted...
View ArticleSpotted in China: Mitsubishi Delica 4WD
An extremely rare Mitsubishi Delica 4WD, Spotted in China in the Dongba area in east Beijing. The vehicle was a bit dusty but otherwise in a very good shape; paint was smooth, chrome was shiny, all...
View ArticleSpotted in China: Beijing-Jeep Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
This is the Beijing-Jeep Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, Spotted in China on a parking lot just meters from my home in the east of the capital. The good Mitsu’ was in fine shape but in need of some urgent...
View ArticleThe Hongqi limousines at the former Dalian Classic Car Museum in China
The brilliant Dalian Classic Car Museum has been closed. The private owner is in prison for killing his brother and won’t get out anymore. The collection has been removed from the museum’s buildings...
View ArticleSpotted in China: Hongqi CA771 sedan
An incredible beautiful black Hongqi CA771 sedan, Spotted in China at a car repair shop in Shunyi District, with many thanks to reader Maxi for showing me the way. It is very rare to meet a Hongqi in...
View ArticleSpotted in China: FAW Jinbei-GM Chevrolet Blazer
A beautiful black Chevrolet Blazer, Spotted in China just east of the Fourth Ring Road in Beijing. The good Blazer was in good shape, looking smooth and well maintained, mostly original and without any...
View ArticleSpotted in China: the Shanghai Wanfeng Suwei SUV
A blue Shanghai Wanfeng Suwei SUV, Spotted in China in the far east of Beijing. The good old Wanfeng was in a reasonable shape, paint a bit faded, bruises and dents all over, but it was completely...
View ArticleSpotted in China: Citroen Elysee VIP in white
A wondrous white Citroen Elysee VIP, Spotted in China in the Dongba area in the far east of Beijing. The good old Cit’ was in fine shape, with a clean body and smooth paint, and mostly original. Sadly,...
View ArticleSpotted in China: Chery Riich R2 M-MPV
A wondrous white Chery Riich R2 M-MPV, Spotted in China on a car market in Beijing. The good Chery was sadly is not a very good shape, very dusty, dirty, and apparently abandoned. However, it can still...
View ArticleSpotted in China: Geely China Dragon in Black
A very sleek Geely China Dragon sporty car, Spotted in China on a car market in east Beijing. The good Geel’ was a bit dusty but otherwise in a great shape. Paint was smooth, body was good, all parts...
View ArticleSpotted in China: Suzuki Alto City Baby in Purple Pink
A very sweet Suzuki Alto City Baby, Spotted in China on a parking lot in the Dongba area in east Beijing. The good ‘Uki was in a good shape, but in urgent need of some love and maintenance. Purple pink...
View ArticleSpotted in China: Beijing Benz-Chrysler Jeep 2700
A wondrous white Beijing Benz-Chrysler Jeep 2700, Spotted in China in a compound in east Beijing. The good old Jeep was in a very good shape, clearly loved, with a smooth body and clean paint....
View ArticleSpotted In China: Tianjin Xiali TJ7131UL
A fiery Tianjin Xiali TJ7131UL, Spotted in China in the Lido area in Beijing. The good Xiali was in a very good shape, painted in red with red bumpers and red mirrors, and fitted with original sporty...
View ArticleThe Shanghai SH1020SP Pickup Truck At The Former Dalian Classic Car Museum
The once brilliant Dalian Classic Car Museum has been closed. The private owner is in prison for killing his brother and won’t get out anymore. The collection has been removed from the museum’s...
View ArticleSpotted In China: Tianjin Xiali TJ701L
Today we have a very special car in Spotted in China and China Car History. This is the Tianjin Xiali TJ7101L, a long-wheelbase variant of the Xiali TJ7101 hatchback. It is the only factory-produced...
View ArticleSpotted In China: A Lot Of Hongqi In Changchun
When in Changchun I went to the auto show, ate a lot of greasy lamb, and walked through town looking for old Hongqi cars. I found a many, most of the Audi-based kind. Without further delay: the red car...
View ArticleVisit To The Hongqi Factory Museum In Changchun, China
A while ago I was honored with an invitation to visit the Hongqi ‘Red Flag’ factory museum, located in the FAW headquarters in the great city of Changchun in Jilin Province. The museum is open on...
View ArticleChina Car History: The China-Made Opel Corsa B Hatchback
Today in China Car History the story of the China-made Opel Corsa B hatchback, with many thanks to Sam Faulkner who got me on the trail of this great oddity. What we knew: The Corsa B was manufactured...
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