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1 Of 135: 1970 Plymouth Hemi Superbird

When considering what makes an automobile iconic, it stands to reason numerous scenarios play a big part in any vehicle deemed necessary in its history.  Going back to the early twentieth century, the Ford Model T might be considered… more»

Factory 426 Hemi/4-Speed 1970 Plymouth Superbird

The Plymouth Road Runner Superbird is one of those cars with looks that most people either love or don’t, but if you’re into the concept of a design whose purpose was to win races it’s hard not to at… more»

Low-Mileage Hemi! 1954 DeSoto Firedome

The Firedome was a car manufactured by the DeSoto division of Chrysler, with production beginning in 1952 and running through 1959.  One of the good things about the current marketplace for buyers is that many of these cars have… more»

Factory 426 Hemi: 1966 Dodge Coronet 440

Despite popular belief, the Dodge Coronet 440 nametag didn’t indicate what was actually under the hood in 1966, as the number “440” was merely a trim-level designation for the car.  But the buyer did have several engine options to… more»

Early 426 Hemi Example: 1966 Plymouth Satellite

The Plymouth Satellite was introduced in 1965 and initially carried the torch as the crown jewel trim line for the Belvedere lineup.  Standard under the hood was a 273 cubic-inch V8, with several other optional engines available, up to… more»

First One Ever Built: 1970 Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda

Of all the muscle machines deemed legendary and iconic that need no introduction, the Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda rides pretty near the top of the list, and when you factor in desirability and the need for a cash cow to… more»

Hemi Equipped: 1956 Chrysler New Yorker Newport

The ’56 model New Yorker Newport is one of those body styles the design team at Chrysler seemed to get just right, in my humble opinion.  Finned in the back, yet a tasteful amount and not too excessive, with… more»

All Original and Hemi Fast: 1955 Chrysler New Yorker

1955 was a great year for Chrysler styling.  Gone were the K.T. Keller high rooflines and in was a much sleeker, more modern design packing a Hemi V-8 under the hood.  If you have a desire for a fifties… more»

Three 1937 DeSotos, Two Hemis, and A Truckload of Parts

The collector car hobby makes hoarders out of all of us.  The older, rarer, or more unique our vehicle is, the greater the desire becomes to hoard any part we can find.  “Just in case!” is our mantra.  What… more»

Mopar Liquidation! 50+ Muscle Cars and Parts

Behind a tool rental business off Highway 11 in Cleveland, Georgia lies a treasure trove of vintage Mopar muscle. Unfortunately for them, they lost their lease. Fortunately for someone looking for a Mopar project, they are liquidating their collection. Found… more»

Elegant Droptop: 1957 Imperial Crown Convertible

The Chrysler Imperial has a bit of a confusing history, as in its first nearly 3 decades of production the Imperial was actually a car model made by Chrysler.  But then the company decided the Imperial might better compete… more»

Original Paint Survivor: 1970 Plymouth 426 Hemi Cuda

1970 was arguably the pinnacle of the muscle car era. From the Hemi ‘Cuda to the Chevelle LS6, automakers were making their highest horsepower street machines around this time. With emissions restrictions and the oil crisis on the horizon,… more»

Elegant Hemi: 1956 DeSoto Fireflite Convertible

One of the Chrysler makes that doesn’t seem to get quite as much attention as some of the others is their DeSoto division, which began producing vehicles all the way back in 1929.  Many of these offerings were mid-priced… more»

330 Hemi Powered! 1928 Ford Model A Rod

Owning a vehicle you care for enough to give it a personalized proper name doesn’t seem to be anything new, nor does somebody referring to their car by “she”, “her”, or any number of other loving titles.  I can… more»

Hemi Hauler! 1956 Chrysler Town and Country

Just before cars went full-on Interstate Cruiser with 900-pound bumpers and rocketship fins, showrooms offered the stately and handsome design of this 1956 Chrysler Windsor Town and Country station wagon. The never-restored classic comes to market here on Facebook… more»

Modern Hemi AAR Clone: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda

Here’s a Barracuda with a rather unusual vision all the way around, and frankly I’m a bit torn on whether I’m kind of on board with what’s been started here or if it’s making me want to cringe. There’s… more»