Let’s Try This Again! 1956 Chevrolet Nomad

One year ago, my colleague Mike Stephens covered this 1956 Chevrolet Nomad. It was an eBay bid situation with a BIN price of $40,000. I’m not certain what the outcome of the bidding process was, but here it is… more»

1 of 19: Rare 1991 Avanti Convertible

Rare is the occasion that a car lives on for years after its original manufacturer ceased operations. But the Studebaker Avanti is one of them. The South Bend Avanti only lasted two model years (1963-64) but was resurrected by… more»

Shed Find: 1972 Ford Mustang Mach 1

1972 wasn’t exactly a pinnacle year for the Ford Mustang, as the car’s size had recently increased while performance potential and sales were decreasing.  Consumer tastes were beginning to shift towards smaller vehicles, with some likely would-be Mustang buyers… more»

Bargain Bullet Bird: 1962 Ford Thunderbird

For many, there is only one Ford Thunderbird – the 1955 to 1957 2-seat model that started much of the personal car genre. However, when the car grew in size and added a back seat, sales flourished, and Ford’s… more»

All Original and No Reserve: 1986 Porsche 944 Turbo

We all know how desirable original cars can be. Often times, the cars and trucks we want the most are the ones most prone to being modified or over-restored. That’s certainly the case with a tuneable car like the… more»

No Rot or Rust: 1976 Ford F250 Crew Cab Highboy 4×4

When a seller claims that a classic has no rust or rot but their images show surface corrosion, it’s easy to doubt their claim. However, this 1976 Ford F250 Crew Cab Highboy has spent its time in a favorable… more»

Original 302: 1976 Ford Bronco

A project candidate requiring a total restoration with a five-figure asking price won’t appeal to some enthusiasts. That said, the ongoing popularity of the First Generation Bronco makes it a common sight. Such is the case with this 1976… more»

1-of-500: 1976 GMC 1500 Royal Sierra

This 1976 GMC 1500 Pickup is an interesting vehicle. Based on the Sierra Grande package, this classic is the relatively rare Royal Sierra variant. GMC produced only around 500 of these vehicles, and our featured truck is an original… more»

Original Paint and Drivetrain: 1967 Pontiac LeMans

Beginning in 1964, the Tempest/LeMans/GTO trio would represent Pontiac in the growing mid-size automobile field. The rear-wheel-drive A-body platform would serve the Poncho well for the next 23 years, replaced by front-wheel-drive in 1988. The seller has a survivor-quality… more»

Two Owner Survivor: 1974 Ford Courier

Original paint? Check. Original manuals? Check. Factory jack and tool kit? Yes! This two-owner 1974 Ford Courier is as clean as they come, short of being restored. The “Slick Chick” aluminum camper top – installed when the truck was… more»

True Barn Find: No Reserve 1984 Jaguar XJ-S

The accumulated dust tells part of the story. This 1984 Jaguar XJ-S is a genuine barn find that recently emerged from fifteen years in storage. It doesn’t run or drive, but life in a favorable climate has protected it… more»

Solid Driver: 1972 Plymouth Duster 340

Judging a book by its cover can be a mistake. It may mean missing out on a promising project candidate because it doesn’t make a positive first impression. This 1972 Plymouth Duster 340 looks rough, with dings, dents, and… more»

Three-Decade Slumber: 1969 Ford Mustang

Hidden in this garage is an extremely promising project candidate. This 1969 Ford Mustang has hibernated for thirty-five years, and while it looks tired, time has treated it surprisingly well. It is a rock-solid project candidate featuring a V8… more»

Shed Find: 1967 Chevrolet Impala Convertible

Chevrolet’s Impala had a record sales year in 1965, with more than one million copies finding homes in garages throughout the country. That’s a feat that’s hard to beat, so 1967’s production numbers weren’t that strong, but still solid…. more»

Early And Cheap: 1964½ Ford Mustang Project

Because the Ford Mustang was introduced on April 17, 1964, a lot of folks have referred to the early examples as 1964 ½ models. But that was totally unofficial, as Ford titled every Mustang built before the 1966 model… more»

Drag Wagon: 1983 Chevrolet Malibu

Sometimes, the most unconventional idea is the best one. In this case, it’s to convert a Chevrolet Malibu wagon into a nitrous-fueled drag car capable of running a 1/4 mile in 9 seconds flat. However, it may not be… more»