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Aurora – 1957

During the mid-1950s, Father Alfred Juliano set out to construct the safest car to ever be introduced in the United States. Juliano would call the car Aurora – a fully fiberglass bodied automobile with safety features decades ahead of their time. The car was slated to be launched in 1957, but an overambitious Juliano, a

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Castarede – 1948

The Castarede is a one-of-a-kind three-wheeler constructed by Pierre Castarede in post-WWII France. It utilizes a 1938 Gnome & Rhone motorcycle and the remains of an Amilcar. This beautiful creation was Castarede’s answer to his need for a vehicle during difficult times in France. The car remains in unrestored, original condition. Specifications: Designer/Builder: Pierre CastaredeCountry

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Sir Vival- 1958

‘Sir Vival’ is one of America’s earliest safety cars. During a time when concern was growing over the safety of the automobile in America, numerous individuals began building concept vehicles that included safety features such as padded interiors, seat belts, and impact absorbing or deflecting bumpers. ‘Sir Vival’, constructed by Watler C. Jerome of Massachusetts,

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Renault Twingo – 1993

Beloved by many, including Lane Motor Museum’s collection management team, the first generation Renault Twingo is fast becoming a collector’s car. The Twingo was unveiled at the 1992 Paris Auto Show as Renault’s new city car, a class of small passenger cars defined by the European Commission. The Twingo is popular for its simplicity and

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Jawa 600 Minor – 1938

After the first World War, Czech arms manufacturer Franisek Janecek made a business decision to produce motorcycles. He designed the bodies and used Wanderer engines. The trademark “Jawa” was patented in 1929; the name came from the first two letters of Janecek and Wanderer. Motorcycle production was growing, and by the mid 1930s Jawa began

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