Show Us Your Car: Part 12, Imola Edition | Gallery
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September 11, 2015

Show Us Your Car: Part 12, Imola Edition | Gallery

Born in 1943, Bruno Bruzzese with one of his beloved cars, a 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL.
Bruno retired from his long banking career a few years ago. Now, he dedicates his days to serving as president of the "Romagna Classic Four and Two-Wheeled Club," which he co-founded in his twenties.
Bruno's 190 SL was once owned by H. Nielsen, a Danish footballer who played for FC Bologna in the 1960s, and was driven by him in Italy.
Bruno first encountered this 190 SL in his youth, and by a stroke of fate, he was able to acquire it over twenty years later.
Even now, the engine starts with a single turn, a testament to Mercedes' engineering. Pictured here with the fortress of Imola's old town in the background.
In front of the "Romagna Classic Four and Two-Wheeled Club's" new headquarters, which relocated two years ago. It serves as a gathering place for historic car enthusiasts.
A glimpse into Bruno's garage. First to greet us is a 1923 Fiat 501 S.S. Siluro Sport.
The dashboard of the 1923 Fiat 501 S.S. Siluro Sport. Records show the vehicle participated in the 1927 Mille Miglia.
The Fiat 501 S.S. Siluro Sport is occasionally loaned to the museum within the Imola Circuit.
The Fiat 508 CS MM boasts a modern flush-side design, unusual for its late 1930s era.
The cockpit of the 1938 Fiat 508 CS MM.
The 1948 Minardi GM 75. A monoposto built by Giovanni Minardi, father of Giancarlo Minardi, who would later enter Formula 1. Incidentally, Minardi's hometown, Faenza, is next to Imola.
The 745cc twin-cam engine of the Minardi GM 75.
A decal from the Minardi era.
The 1948 Minardi GM 75, specially exhibited at the Imola Circuit museum. In 2008, it even completed a lap on the circuit with Giancarlo Minardi at the wheel.
After the Maserati brothers sold the company, OSCA was newly established after World War II. This is the MT4 TN1500S Morelli Spider, one of the most successful racing models. In the background, a Fiat torpedo rests.
On the wall, a collection of antique bicycles, including Bianchi, is also displayed.
Every September, the "Imola Mostra Scambio" swap meet, organized by the "Romagna Classic Four and Two-Wheeled Club" led by President Bruno Bruzzese, takes place at the Imola Circuit. This year marks its 39th iteration.
The swap meet lasts for three days each year. Mrs. Grazia (right) has been a valuable assistant for nearly 40 years.
At the club's tent. Many members have been friends since their youth.
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