We adore base-model cars like this 1957 Chevrolet 150.
Our Goal.
For both American and foreign car enthusiasts who appreciate all Pre-war and Post war-era automobiles of distinction, Crankshaft promises to be the absolute best, all-inclusive collector-car publication of its kind; one that you will enjoy reading with immense satisfaction.
Brochures Beautiful highlights the incredible artwork that was employed to sell automobiles.
I Bought It New profiles original owners and reveals why they never sold their beloved cars after all these years.
Back in the Day takes a look at the many important events in automotive history.
In every issue you’ll discover facinating Pre-war, Brass-era and Full Classic automobiles of American and European origins.
The Under Restoration feature profiles current restoration projects of special-interest collector cars, such as this body-off restoration of a 1959 Chevrolet Brookwood station wagon.
Coachbuilt Classics highlights cars that featured handcrafted coachbuilt bodies.
Be it road racing circuits, ovals and drag strips, Vanished looks back at the many important race venues that no longer exist.
I Built It My Way profiles collector cars that have been slightly modified for better performance and stopping power.
Distinctively Different.
More than your run-of-the-mill car magazine, from Issue #1 through Issue #8, Crankshaft was a 144-page quarterly filled with creatively designed layouts. Its engaging content, thoughtfully crafted by knowledgeable writers and creative photographers, will inform, entertain and captivate you like few car magazines have done before. But starting with Issue #9, Crankshaft will become a 224-page softcover book without any advertising; just page after page of interesting stories on great automobiles.
Show-winning restorations like this gorgeous 1956 Studebaker Golden Hawk 400 took 12 pages to tell its story.
American Independent car brands like this 1953 Henry J hold a special place in our hearts. There’s one in every issue!
From the Drawing Board is an indepth series profiling Coachbuilders from around the world, with never-seen-before illustrations and photographs from the Walt Gosden archives.
In Still Playing With Cars you’ll discover heartwarming stories profiling enthusiasts who are 60-years of age and older, and learn why they still enjoy working on and restoring old cars!
You’ll discover rare European cars like this Talbot-Lago.
Where to Find Us.
Crankshaft can be bought at Autobooks-Aerobooks in Burbank, California and at Pasteiners Book Store in Birmingham, Michigan.
Late-model cars of interest from the ‘80s and ‘90s, too!
The Kids Are Alright profiles under-30 aged car enthusiasts and the interesting automobiles they own, drive and love working on.
Unlike the majority of car magazines that are printed in mass quantities and are filled with lots of meaningless editorial and page after page of useless advertising, Crankshaft has been created for the serious collector-car enthusiast who appreciates indepth and well-researched articles on a variety of original-spec automobiles. Combined with beautiful photography and insightful writing that everyone can relate to, Crankshaft is a must read if you love and own old cars. Being a small circulation publication, Crankshaft has a very limited production run, thus making each issue an instant collector’s item. It’s the kind of publication that you will cherish for years to come, and will want to read over and over again thanks to its engaging and informative content.
Beginning with Issue #9, Crankshaft will expand to a massive 224 pages, and will no longer have any advertising. Due to our limited print run many issues sell out fast, so make sure to reserve your copy the next time a new Crankshaft issue is published. We don’t want you to miss a copy of what many lifelong car enthusiasts are calling the absolute best car magazine ever published.
Order a single copy and see for yourself - You will be amazed!
ISSUE #8
If you’re a big fan of ‘50s-era Pontiacs then you'll enjoy the main feature comparing a 1952 Catalina against a 1958 Bonneville. For fans of horsepower, we profile a very rare 1960 Mercury Park Lane with the uber rare tri-power kit developed by racer Bill Stroppe. Other automobiles of great interest in this issue include a 1914 Pullman Touring car, a gorgeous 1930 Chrysler Dual-Cowl Phaeton, a never-seen-before 1950 Alvis TB14 sports car, a very cute 1957 Austin A35, a stunningly beautiful 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale, and the forgotten Mustang of 1972. Other fascinating features include a profile on a 1964 Humber and a slightly modified 1985 Pontiac Fiero. Plus, there’s a very interesting story on cars of the Streamlined Era, and a truly sensational 1953 Studebaker Commander Regal Starliner coupe driven just 13,000 miles since new; it’s originality will amaze you.
Publishing date: late July, 2024
For enthusiasts who enjoy reading techical articles, in Mechanical Masterpieces you will learn about the components that make automobiles run, stop and handle.
The engaging colors and unique designs of 1950s-era automobiles are presented in every issue of Crankshaft.
Like this 1938 Steyr, Crankshaft searches the world for rare and unusal automobiles, the kind you will never see featured in any other car magazine.
Issue #7 Sold Out
The silver S.S.1 Airline Coupe that has been winning concours throughout the country finally gets the spotlight shine on it in Crankshaft Issue #7 with 12 pages devoted to its history and restoration. Other fascination automobiles in this issue include a 1904 Knox, 1934 Nash, 1947 Rover, 1951 Chevrolet Styleline, 1954 Arnolt-Bristol, 1959 MGA Twin-Cam, 1960 Corvair Monza, 1960 Imperial sedan, 1961 Ferrari 250 GTO Prototype, a one-owner 1965 Ford R-code Galaxie, 1970 Oldsmobile station wagon, an all-original 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS, and engaging stories on LeBaron Carrossiers and Selling Cars in Cuba in the 1950s.
ISSUE #5 Limited Supply
ISSUE #6 SOLD OUT
Three new sections make this issue a must-read edition. For American car enthusiasts it profiles a 1914 Regal, 1929 Roosevelt, an unrestored 1950 Ford Businesss Coupe, a 1949 Oldsmobile woody wagon, a 1960 Chrysler 300F under restoration, and a sensational 1962 Pontiac 421 Super Duty Catalina, plus a 1989 Lincoln. Foreign car buffs will want to read about the rarely seen 1934 BMW, a one-off 1936 A.C. Doctor’s Coupe, coachbuilt 1937 Delahayes, an all-original 1954 Daimler Conquest Roadster, an East German-built 1954 EMW, a very pretty 1962 Abarth, a 1964 Austin-Healey Sebring Sprite, a one-owner 1967 Volvo 122S from South Africa, and a 1969 VW Karmann-Ghia. Plus factory-customized 1955-’56 Chevrolet Nomads, 1932 Studebaker artwork , and a look at the beginning of Detroit’s streamlined era. All of this and more in this jam-packed issue that you won’t want to miss.
Get the issue that all our subscribers are raving about, with many calling Issue #5 the best car magazine issue ever published. In addition to the main story on a sensational 1956 Lincoln Premiere, you’ll discover many rarely seen automobiles such as a 1930 Franklin, a beautiful 1938 Steyr, an unrestored 1949 Standard, and the only 1966 Hino in the U.S. Other features include a one-owner 1965 Chevrolet Impala 396, a 1964 Mercedes-Benz by Pininfarina, an amazing 1957 Dodge D500 four-door sedan, De Soto concept cars, a fascinating history of the Cord 810/812, a rugged test of 1965 Mercury Comets, Part II of Willoughby Coachbuilders, a Porsche 914 “pickup,” a 1934 Stutz built by England’s Lancefield Coachworks, and fascinating profile on a 78-year-old enthusiast who builds his own sports cars from scratch - this is a must-read story!
Emails we’ve received from our readers:
I was a long-time subscriber to Automobile Quarterly and your magazine is a worthy successor to it! The article topics, writing and photography are top notch. Your focus on industrial design elements (as in the 1956 Lincoln Premiere article) was intriguing and isn't explored in any depth in any competitor publications. I do wish you the best and hope your advertising increases and you'll be able to sustain the publication. Dan Almeida
It is enjoyable to read, the photos are outstanding, and I learn a lot from every issue. You have created a great publication. Steve Starling
Your story about my 1936 A.C. Doctor’s coupe in Issue #6 was masterfully written. I was amazed at how you skillfully wove your research (I especially loved the Earl of March mention/attention), our conversation, my quotes, your perceptions and artistic observations, and my answers to your questions all into a logical, cohesive, coherent , smooth, very informative article. Bill Silhan
Quite a tome! I hope a lot of people wake up and subscribe because they have no clue as to what they are missing. Thank you for such an excellent publication. Walt Gosden
Once started, it’s been difficult to put down. Crankshaft is an obvious labor of love, the charming personal reflection of a knowledgeable pro who knows what he wants the results to look like. The format is distinctive, aesthetically attractive, and tasteful; production values are exemplary. Peter Kraus
Richard, I had to write to say what a tremendous car magazine I think you have created. Now THIS is a CAR magazine. Every article is in depth, and I’m walking away feeling thoroughly informed about the subject. No slapdash, breezy, thin peeks at a car. You are getting into the weeds, and I love it. The presentation is equally top drawer. And the beautiful photography is unsurpassed. I shouldn’t be surprised. Thank you for creating CRANKSHAFT. You’ve won me over! James Romine
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Once again I am absolutely thrilled by your Issue #6. I paged through it slowly, one page at a time. You should be very proud of your work and this magazine. I look forward to many evenings savoring the new articles and many years of future issues. Thanks for the wonderful, professional quality writing, photos and graphics. David Meisner
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You nailed it and raised the bar for all other automotive magazines! John Fero
The best car magazine ever! Joan Apuzzo
My issue just arrived. ‘Miss Moneypenny, hold all my calls until further notice.’” Anthony Gray
Crankshaft by far is the cream of the crop. The covers are works of art and I enjoy reading the tag lines under the Crankshaft banner - it’s genius! The range of cars from a Graham to an Omni makes reading a fun afternoon. Gene Werst
I loved Issue #3. It was an eclectic masterpiece. So cool and grateful for the way you do so many aspects/topics of the automotive hobby in one issue of every magazine. Looking forward to many more issues. Great job! Philip Roitman
Love the storytelling, and thanks for including foreign cars. Great photos, too! You have a hit on your hands. Mike Schroer
The inventive fonts, the arty photos, the selection of cars….nothing like it! Ken Lawyer
I have the first issue and it is amazing! Christopher Bunthoff
Issue #7 came today; perfection as always. Tom Fritz
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Just received Issue #3; what a beautiful product. As a car lover who describes himself as "Non denominational" because I like them all, I have to say you've achieved a great blend of the many factors that make these works of mechanical art pull at our heartstrings. James Sloan
Issue #3
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The sensational Graham “Sharknose” takes center stage along with a never-seen-before 1913 Peugeot wooden boattail roadster. Other dare-to-be-different automobiles include a Henry J, Michelotti-designed OSCA, Cunningham’s Cadillac “Le Monstre”, a Citroen Dyane, and an 1987 Shelby. The life-long ownership and restoration of a 1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk 400 will amaze you as will a very authentic Porsche 356 coupe. Tri-Five fans will relish the feature on a ‘57 150, while Volkswagen enthusiasts will enjoy the 1944 KdF Wagen under restoration. Pre-war styling scale models, Nash concept cars and a look back at Bridghampton Race Circuit add to the uniquenss of Crankshaft Issue #3.
Issue #4
Discover how the mighty Corvette Grand Sport was created. A beautiful 1929 REO is shown in all it’s glory, as it a sensational 1956 Talbot-Lago. Other features includes an unrestored 1955 De Soto, a one-off BMW 503, 1959 Ford Thunderbird and a rarely seen Alfa Romeo 2000 Roadster by Touring. There’s also a feature on a 1960 Oldsmobile 88 sedan, 1985 Toyota GT-S convertible, a very rare Kaiser-built 1977 IKA from Argentina, and a 1967 Triumph TR4A in the Under Restoration section. We also take a look at Ascot Stadium in Southern California, Willoughby Coachbuilders, Buick Concept Cars, and the neon lights seen along Route 66.
Issue #2
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Rarely has a 1960 Dodge Matador ever been featured in a magazine before, but now you can read all about this rarely seen Mopar. There are also profiles on a racy 1910 Pierce-Arrow, a one-of-one 1935 Hoffman, an all-original 1956 Cadillac, a Corvette-powered Iso Rivolta, Sox & Martin’s 1968 Super Stock Barracuda, a beautiful 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, a finely restored 1967 Saab Sonett II, and a look at General Motors’ “clamshell” station wagons. In addition, we look back at Southern California’s Lions Drag Strip, go into the production room of Brooklin Models, profile a one-owner Triumph TR3B, have an historical review of Lincoln’s 100 year history, and take a rare look at early Motor Shows and Salons of Europe.
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Issue #1
The inaugural issue was a roaring success. Why? Because we devoted 16 pages to this gorgeous Tucker. Other American cars include a rare Chrysler, a one-owner, unrestored Chevelle, Plymouth Fury, a Malaise Era 1979 Buick and a 1930 Packard. There’s also a story about a daily-driver Volga that roams the streets of Brooklyn, a Renault, a Fiat, an M.G. TF and so much more!
Issue #1 is still available, but quantities are limited.
Other readers had this to say. . .
Crankshaft is the best car magazine on the market, bar none!!
Crankshaft is THE best car magazine being published; I use the term 'magazine' loosely.
Crankshaft touches more on the “soul” of the auto enthusiast hobby, and the story behind the scenes versus cold facts and figures and shiny cars.
Great job! I very much enjoy your historical articles and special spotlights like Paul Wilson in Issue #5, – unique and not found in any other publication – well done.
Crankshaft is now my favorite automotive publication! It is first class all the way and is more worthy of a bookshelf than a magazine rack. The content is always great.
In one word... MASTERPIECE!! Just when the reader thinks that Crankshaft can't possibly get any better, you pull it out of your hat and raise the bar once more.
The quality of Crankshaft far exceeds any other publication.
Keep up the fantastic work, your magazine is one of the best out there. It’s Gorgeous!
WOW!! Crankshaft just keeps getting better and better! Amazing work – congrats!
I love Crankshaft! You’ve succeeded admirably!
Here at Crankshaft, we truly admire and respect all types of automobiles as each and every make and model has a special characteristic of interest and something worth learning about. Variety really is the spice of life!
So, if you appreciate the practicality of Four-Door Sedans and Station Wagons, the workmanship of a Full Classic, the functionality of a Business Coupe, and the performance of Sports Cars, Muscle Cars and Vintage Race Cars, as well as the beautiful craftsmanship of cars from the brass era and handcrafted coachbuilt cars, then you’ll appreciate Crankshaft.
It’s the collector-car magazine you’ve always dreamed about reading.
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