Steve Forristall
The Pioneering American Purveyor of Important European Sports Cars
Having purchased, owned, sold, and even raced a large percentage of the world’s most significant Ferraris, Shelbys, Alfa Romeos, Cobras, Maseratis, and other important automobiles throughout the 1970s, ‘80s, ‘90s, and 2000s, Steve Forristall of Forristall’s G.T. Motor Cars in Houston, Texas played a pivotal role in the preservation of these landmark vehicles. Widely respected for his vast knowledge and true automotive enthusiasm, Forristall is credited with locating, safeguarding, and restoring countless historically important automobiles, including the legendary Shelby Daytona Coupe CSX 2601, among many others.
During the 40-year journey, Steve’s company, Forristall’s G.T. Cars kept a file on almost every single car that crossed its path. Today, these historical files provide verifiable provenance and value to the cars today. The sales folders vary in content, everything from original Ferrari Factory build sheets, original purchase and sales contracts with key dates, prices, and names, period and vintage photos, import documents, pre, during, and post restoration photos, signed letters from past owners, and various other documents.
A lifelong passion and collection of Steve Forristall and his company Forristall’s G.T. Cars, these files provide original documentation to one’s cars ownership timeline and tremendous value.
It’s a small investment and price to pay for these irreplaceable documents that will not only add value to your vehicle but also add confidence in your ownership and instill further confidence in future buyers when or if you decide to sell.
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Our Archived Folders
Many rare and now valuable automobiles went through Forristall's inventory during the early days. This is the compiled records of many of the collector cars that were a part of the 48 year journey. Reach out to see if there is a particular vehicle you are looking for.
ABOUT US
When Forristall's G.T. Cars began in 1971, the cars of the sixties were old model "has-beens" and Vintage Racing was in it's early beginnings. After his time spent in SAAC racing, Steve soon realized there would always be those who would love the "need for speed", and would want that special car to fulfill that enthusiasm. And so the 48 year journey began.
This ad from 1986 is a snap shot of the inventory for the first 24 years. Note the "Telex" number. No internet! Many rare and now valuable automobiles went through Forristall's inventory during those years. Then in the early 90's came the Ferrari crash which effected the entire Vintage Racing market. That is when the focus moved to American Muscle cars, mainly Shelby's and Hi-Po production Mustangs.
This 48 year journey was such an adventure and one truly spent in the fast lane.
Payment & Shipping - Document packets vary from car, with investment prices for these files ranging from $250-$3500.
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Begin by completing and submitting the inquiry form below.
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If your inquiry is found among the folder archive, pictures of the folder and contents will be sent by email.
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Once payment has been received by Wire transfer, the folder and documents will be sent by Overnight Delivery only. Shipping costs are additional.
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The tracking number will be sent once shipped. The package will be signature required. Please make arrangements for that.