Fleetvan Unicorn: 1961 Jeep Willys FJ-3 Project in Ohio

Oddball utility vehicles have always been part of Jeep and Willys history, but few are as uncommon—or as instantly recognizable—as the Willys Fleetvan. This 1961 Jeep Willys FJ-3, currently listed on Facebook Marketplace in Canton, Ohio, is one of… more»

31k-Mile Survivor: 1971 AMC Ambassador Brougham

The Ambassador nameplate was one of the longest-running in the history of U.S. auto production (1927 to 1974). In the days following the merger between Nash and Hudson to form American Motors, the name would represent the finest car… more»

51k Mile 1954 Plymouth Savoy Sedan

During its run between 1951 and 1964, the Savoy served either as Plymouth’s entry-level or mid-range full-size automobile. In 1954, Plymouth cars wore styling that was a departure from both 1953 and 1955, as an indicator that boxy cars… more»

BF Auction: 1988 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

Before “luxury SUV” became a marketing term, there was the Grand Wagoneer. And by 1988, Jeep had it dialed in—V8 power, real four-wheel drive, leather and wood inside, and a shape that has become truly iconic. While not the… more»

Classic Commuter: 1987 Toyota Camry

The first person I knew to jump on the Toyota Camry bandwagon was my father, who purchased his first new one back in 1987, and ended up owning three more after that.  I remember a popular topic of discussion… more»

Numbers-Matching Drop Top: 1970 Ford Mustang

Convertible Mustangs from the early 1970s have always carried a certain appeal, especially when they’re still wearing their original drivetrain. This 1970 Ford Mustang convertible, currently listed on craigslist out of Belfair, Washington, is one of those cars that… more»

Drove Into the Garage: 1967 Porsche 912

There are days when I still am somewhat shocked I became someone who pines for old Porsches. After all, there were years when I didn’t understand the obsession so many seemed to have with these mildly reworked Volkswagens, especially… more»

Fox Body Rarity: 1986 Mercury Capri RS

When it comes to evaluating listings that come across our desk, we try to give sellers the benefit of the doubt. After all, we don’t know everything – far from it – and sellers are likely piecing information together… more»

Rare Turbo Coupe: 1988 Mazda MX6 GT

The 198os were an interesting time for Japanese sport compacts. The automakers were beginning to move away from simply building fuel-sipping commuters, realizing they had the opportunity to take some of those humble front-wheel drives cars and make them… more»

Bone Stock Muscle Truck: 1995 Ford F-150 Lightning

The muscle truck wars got interesting in the 90s, when Chevrolet dropped a big block engine into its lightest pickup truck body. The SS was born and limited production kept it in collectors’ sights. Ford decided around the same… more»

Herbie The Love Bug? 1963 Volkswagen Beetle

My neighbor owns a Herbie the Love Bug. When my niece and nephew came out West as kids, I had him drive Herbie over to my house. Their eyes were as big as saucers. How were they to know… more»

Parked for 30 Years: 1970 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe

Some projects require deeper commitment and greater bravery than others. This 1970 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe perfectly demonstrates this. It seems to tick boxes that many enthusiasts prefer, from its two-door body to the V8 under the hood. However,… more»

Baby Blue Project: 1958 Buick Special

The 1958 model year was not kind to the U.S. automobile industry. Due to an economic recession, about the only cars to see an increase in sales were the “new” compacts. Buick was especially hard hit, falling from a… more»

Only 21K Miles! 1985 Buick Riviera

Arguably, the Buick Riviera is one of the most esteemed American automobiles introduced in the 1960s. Some may consider the original incarnation (’63-’65) to be the Riv’s truest form. Others will take it further, up through the ’73 Boattail… more»

Running Project: 1978 Lotus Esprit S1

When Giorgetto Giugiaro penned the lines for the Lotus Esprit, it appears that he may have only had access to a pencil and a ruler. The design was hard-edged, with barely a curve anywhere. The look divided opinions, but… more»

47K Miles: No Reserve 1930 Dodge Eight DC Sedan

The colorful, roistering Dodge Brothers had sadly been gone a decade when their company, recently purchased by Mr. Walter P. Chrysler, introduced a car of which they most likely would have thoroughly approved: the Dodge Eight DC. Introduced smack… more»

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