Flathead V8 Cruiser: 1948 Ford Super Deluxe Fordor

Looking for a turn-key postwar cruiser with tasteful upgrades and classic Flathead V8 charm? This 1948 Ford Super Deluxe Fordor in San Jose, California, has reportedly been restored and improved over the past two decades, blending period-correct style with… more»

No Reserve? 1968 Shelby GT500 Project

The reality is that in the classic world, some restoration projects are more worthy than others. When the vehicle in question is a 1968 Shelby GT500, the stakes rise considerably. These cars are some of the most desirable to… more»

Restore or Clone? 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

The 1969-72 era of the Chevrolet Chevelle is the most popular for Super Sport cloning. That excludes the ’68 from the same generation because the SS 396 was still a separate series with its own VIN. Routine Malibu Sport… more»

Ex-Fire Department Rig: 1976 Dodge W200 4×4

Old military trucks already have a certain presence to them, but this 1976 Dodge W200 listed on craigslist adds another layer to the story. According to the seller, the truck originally started life as a military-spec Dodge M882 before… more»

Delusions of Grandeur: 1974 Clenet Roadster

If there were a dedicated league for neoclassical cars, there would be multiple divisions and conferences capturing the many different manufacturers who once dominated this space. Curiously, these companies were not unsuccessful in their attempts to convince the rich… more»

Six-Cylinder Fun: 1965 Rambler American Convertible

This is one nicely styled, mostly overlooked car, a 1965 Rambler American convertible. It’s far from a perfect specimen, but it is quite representative of AMC’s wares and how it fought competition from Detroit’s Big Three back in the… more»

All Dressed Up: 1979 AMC Spirit AMX

The AMX was a 2-seat GT-style performance car sold by American Motors between 1968 and 1970. From 1971 to 1974, it was a 4-seat extension of the Javelin pony car. And the name returned in 1979-80 as largely an… more»

Rebuilt Engine and More: 1960 Ford Falcon

With the continued migration to Suburbia, smaller cars came into favor in the late 1950s. Studebaker and American Motors got there first, but Ford made the biggest statement in 1960 by rolling out the Falcon. The unibody small car… more»

Running Project: 1951 Packard 200 Deluxe

Packard Motor Co. redesigned its cars in 1951, dispensing with the “ponton” look of the stodgy automobiles of the past. The 200 was introduced as the entry-level Packard, although there was nothing minimal about a Packard back in the… more»

28k-Mile Survivor? 1963 Chrysler Newport

Have you ever reappraised a car that you didn’t like and realize that you were in the wrong? That’s how I feel about Chrysler’s 1963/4 models today. For much of my life, I thought they were simply weird-looking Mopars,… more»

440 Six Pack: 1970 Dodge Coronet Super Bee

Some muscle cars announce themselves quietly. A 1970 Dodge Super Bee painted in Dark Burnt Orange Metallic is definitely not one of them. This Coronet Super Bee listed on eBay leans hard into classic Mopar attitude with a V-code… more»

Disappearing Act! 1959 Ford Galaxie Skyliner

In automotive circles, the 1950s are remembered best for the overt use of tailfins. From small to large, it seemed like every new car had them back in the day. But the decade was also known for innovation (or… more»

Suzuki-Powered: Dwarf Race Car

I bet you didn’t know you needed this, did you? This is the first time I’ve come across something referred to as a “Dwarf” and had it not be an insult. This is a real-deal thing, however, as the… more»

Cheap Mopar Project: 1974 Plymouth Duster

Five years ago, this 1974 Plymouth Duster might have been a bit easier to work with than it is today, but there’s still plenty of potential to turn this one into something special.  The seller says he bought this… more»

Driveway Find: 1985 Ferrari 308 GTS

One of the downsides to Facebook Marketplace is that the platform almost encourages owners to post as little information as possible, and there’s no real penalty for it. Let’s face it, sellers get pummeled by messages from tire kickers… more»

454/4-Speed: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette

This 1972 Chevrolet Corvette seems to tick many of the “right” boxes enthusiasts prefer when seeking a classic. Its presentation is first-rate, it features a big-block under the hood, and this beauty is numbers-matching. So, what’s not to like?… more»