In 2003, BMW introduced the Z8 Alpina Roadster. While the Z8 had been available for three years before this version, the Alpina edition came with several important changes. Among them were the addition of the convertible top and a new 375hp/383tq, 4.2 liter V8. Because of this and its all aluminum body, it held records [...]

While most of our auto detailing is done in our facility, we also have the ability to bring our services to you. Whether you simply have too many to get to the shop or maybe the car isn’t street legal, Northwest Auto Salon has you covered with our mobile detail. Porsche 911 Turbo S GT3RS [...]

The Nissan Skyline GTR is arguably the most iconic Japanese performance car of all time. Unfortunately for Americans, it was never imported to the United States by Nissan. That doesn’t mean that a few didn’t make it here though. When I say a few, I really do mean only a hand full of examples of [...]

In 1987, Ferrari released the second part (288 GTO being the first) of their supercar lineage, the F40. For the next two years, it and its twin turbo, 2.9l, 471hp, V8 held the record for fastest production car in the world. This car also holds a special place in the heart of Ferrari fans because [...]

There are many pivotal moments in life. Some pass anonymously; others happen as one precariously dangles 80 feet in the air from a fishing boat crane in a basket made for burning garbage at sea, while shooting photos of cars most people will never see in person. What kind of cars? Two of the most [...]