12 Years In The Barn: 1962 Oldsmobile F-85

Man oh man, where to start with this one? It’s a 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 (not a Cutlass as stated in the listing title), and I suppose it could be considered a barn find (though the seller has known about… more»

2-Owner Running Project: 1961 Plymouth Valiant

In the late 1950s and early 1960s, just about every major U.S. automaker began to field a compact car. The impetus may have come from the success that Volkswagen was having with the Beetle. Plymouth’s entry was the Valiant,… more»

Cheap Wheels Project: 1979 Ford Pinto

The Pinto was Ford’s first subcompact built in the U.S. Between 1971 and 1980, more than three million copies rolled off the assembly line. Yet you seldom see one anymore because they were cheaply-priced, disposable automobiles. This 1979 edition… more»

1 Owner 30 Years: 1991 Volvo 940 SE

Despite being the sort of car people hold onto for multiple generations, we rarely get to see older Volvos in survivor-grade condition. They are never outright abused, but it does seem like because of their reliability, they get band-aid… more»

Not Grandma’s Car: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle 300

When most people think of the Chevy Chevelle, they think of either the Malibu or the Super Sport. But there were also two bare-bones models, the 300 and 300 Deluxe (at least in 1967). The seller has the former… more»

Right-Drive Relic: 1979 AM General DJ-5G Postal Jeep

Modern postal vehicles have a way of making the old-timers look like ancient dwarfs, but if you’re as old as me, you probably recall a Jeep very similar to this 1979 AM General DJ-5G here on Craigslist delivering the… more»

Flared Fender Sedan: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E

A few weeks ago, I shared how my own 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500E was potentially going up for sale. And, it might still be. However, when I see one come up for sale, and my eyes see those wildly flared… more»

30K Mile Camper: 1988 Ford Econoline Sports Mobile

While we tend to think that the modern automotive industry is a shell of its former self, there are some vehicle classes that have endured. The classic van converted into a camper that doesn’t require a commercial driver’s license… more»

No Reserve: 2004 Maserati Coupe Cambiocorsa GT

Buying any Italian thoroughbred involves a leap of faith, and part of the key to success is risk minimization. That is why this 2004 Maserati Coupe Cambiocorsa GT is such an attractive proposition. The seller describes it as a… more»

One Owner: 1969 Volkswagen Beetle

If you have been searching for a Volkswagen Beetle to add to your collection, there are many reasons why this 1969 example deserves a close look. It is a one-owner survivor that has spent the cold months stored in… more»

Pre-Airflow Project: 1967 Lotus Elan Coupe

Lotus founder Colin Chapman famously pursued performance by adding lightness, and few road cars embodied that philosophy more completely than the Elan. Unfortunately, restoring one can become a complicated exercise involving fiberglass work, chassis restoration, drivetrain rebuilding, and hunting… more»

Just Two Owners: 1963.5 Ford Galaxie 500

Ford introduced the fastback version of its Galaxie 500 mid-year in 1963. The notchback roofline version of the car wasn’t doing well in NASCAR, and the vehicle needed a more slippery shape. It was an instant hit, and Ford… more»

Euro Turbo: 1988 Merkur XR4Ti

Ford’s bold Edsel experiment is a story that the company would probably prefer to erase from its history books. It attempted a repeat performance in the 1980s when it launched the Merkur, destined for its Lincoln-Mercury showrooms. As with… more»

Rebuilt 283: 1960 Chevrolet Corvette

There are many reasons why a project build can stall, and this 1960 Chevrolet Corvette has fallen victim to two of the most common. The seller admits that, after investing over $60,000 to date, they have run out of… more»

1 Of 776: 1964 Ford Falcon Sedan Delivery

The Ford Sedan Delivery dates back to the 1930s but is best known for its run from 1957 to 1959 and 1960 to 1965. During those periods, it was based on a 2-door station wagon but without side windows…. more»

Storage Unit Find: 1994 Ferrari 512TR

You don’t have to look too far to find endless articles about the future of the automotive auction platform. What is coming next, which one is the top of the heap, and how we will revolutionize selling in the… more»