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1968 Buick GS 400 Convertible Project Plus Parts Car

1968 was a coming-of-age year for the Buick Gran Sport, as the namesake finally became its own separate model instead of just an options package on the popular Skylark.  GS sales were fairly strong for the car’s first year… more»

Dry Body! 1971 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Custom V8

The Blazer was Chevy’s tour de force – sniping sales from Ford and International immediately upon its launch in 1969. With its upscale interior – while the competition was still feeling truck-like – the Blazer tripled its production in… more»

Fireball Roberts Replica: 1957 Ford Custom

NASCAR was in its development phase back in 1957. That was two years before the Daytona International Speedway even opened. Drivers like “Fireball” Roberts piloted cars like this ’57 Ford Custom on dirt and asphalt tracks all over the… more»

Packing a 440 V8! 1971 Plymouth Satellite Custom

The Satellite was introduced in 1965 as the top trim level of the mid-size Plymouth Belvedere. By 1971, it had replaced the latter altogether, including this Satellite Custom 6-passenger station wagon. We’re told the nice-looking transport is all-original and… more»

Durangoneer! 1979 Jeep Wagoneer-bodied Hemi Durango

Jeep got it right with the original Wagoneer, offering four doors and wagon-like luxury options with the utility of a truck and four-wheel drive. This 1979 Jeep Wagoneer in Wadsworth, Ohio combines old and new with its classic body… more»

350-Equipped: 1974 Jeep CJ5

Choosing the right weapon for wilderness adventures can be challenging. Some people prioritize comfort, while others won’t compromise on off-road abilities. This 1974 Jeep CJ5 could be the ideal choice if you fall into the second category. It is… more»

Pick One: Vintage Cadillac, Ford, or Packard

The seller here is a collector of vintage cars and – due to some unfortunate circumstances – must let three of them go, all from the post-World War II era. You have your choice between a 1951 Cadillac, a… more»

390/4-Speed! 1964 Ford Custom 500

The Ford Custom was primarily a no-frills economy car during most of its lifespan, appealing to budget-minded customers and also popular in the fleet field. A slightly better-trimmed version called the Custom 500 could be had in ’64, and… more»

Nicest One Left? 1987 Buick Skyhawk

Buick used the Skyhawk nameplate on two occasions in the 1970s and 1980s. First, as a rear-wheel-drive subcompact based on the Chevy Monza, and the second as a front-wheel-drive variant of Chevrolet’s Cavalier. It was part of GM’s shift… more»

27 Liter Merlin V12! John Dodd’s ‘The Beast’

British absurdity reaches far beyond Monty Python’s Flying Circus, and blesses the world to no end. Witness the wickedly wonderful creation known as John Dodd’s The Beast. Conceived in the late 1960s, it ranges far beyond a customized version… more»

Parked Since 1999: 1969 Dodge Dart Custom

Hiding under this cover is an American classic that has hibernated for nearly a quarter century. It is a 1969 Dodge Dart Custom, and its condition is impressive. The dry climate and storage mean it is a solid vehicle… more»

Swinging Updates: 1969 Dodge Dart Custom

For most of its life, the Dodge Dart was a compact car and companion to the Plymouth Valiant. The fourth generation (1967-76) turned in the highest production numbers, which included this ’69 Dart Custom (or GT). The car is… more»

It’s a Jute! 1998 Jaguar XJ8 Pickup

Combine a silky British saloon with the practicality of a pickup truck bed, and you’ve got yourself a Jute, a Jaguar Utility vehicle! Someone clever crafted exactly that, and this one-off creation in Morgantown, Pennsylvania can be yours with… more»

Retain or Restore? 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

It is said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. That means we will have readers who look at this 1969 Corvette and wish to preserve its current appearance and custom touches. Others would be horrified by… more»

440 Compact Muscle! 1969 Dodge Dart Custom

I’ve been a fan of E-Bodies and B-Bodies since I was old enough to dream out loud, but it took me quite a bit longer to realize that the Dodge Dart just got better and better in terms of… more»

1963 Buick Riviera by Gene Winfield

Robert Eugene (Gene) Winfield is a legendary American car customizer whose work has graced the large and small screens in Blade Runner, RoboCop, Bewitched, and Star Trek. However, his unique road cars cemented his reputation in automotive folklore. One… more»