No Reserve: 1960 Chevrolet Corvette

Due to disappointing sales results, Chevrolet’s Corvette nearly had a short production life. It would have been easy for the company to swallow its pride and retire the badge, but it showed persistence, and the ‘Vette remains one of… more»

Flatbed Required: 1972 Chevrolet Nova

Hiding in this garage is a 1972 Chevrolet Nova that needs little to return to active service. The winning bidder needs to haul it away on a trailer or flatbed, but returning it to active service should be straightforward,… more»

No Reserve: 1996 Ford F350 XLT Crew Cab

It is a case of “horses for courses” regarding tow vehicles. Owners don’t need anything radical if hauling a light load, but a larger trailer demands a vehicle with muscle. That could be the best term to describe this… more»

350/4-Speed: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

The right classic car can generate intense interest when it hits the market, even in modified form. Such is the case with this 1963 Corvette Convertible. It presents exceptionally well as a driver-grade vehicle, but the changes under the… more»

Fully Loaded: 1973 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ

Undeniably, many people will buy a car with their hearts as much as their heads. Logic dictates that an entry-level example of most models will meet a buyer’s needs, but adding a few factory options can prove irresistible. That… more»

Upgraded V8: 1974 Ford Bronco

I view this 1974 Ford Bronco as a litmus test for modified classics. The popularity of First Generation examples is unquestioned, with prices gradually moving beyond the reach of an average enthusiast. However, this one could answer the question… more»

Dealer-Fitted 4-Speed? 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454

This 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454 is a car that doesn’t exist. Okay, now you are probably questioning my sanity. Buyers couldn’t order these classics with a four-speed bolted to the back of the big-block, but this beauty… more»

409/4-Speed: 1962 Chevrolet Bel Air Bubbletop

Occasionally, a car will appear on our desks at Barn Finds, which poses the question of whether a classic can literally be too nice to see active service. That may well be the case with this 1962 Chevrolet Bel… more»

Healthy Twin-Cam: 1972 Lotus Europa Special

Undeniably, the styling of the Lotus Europa divides opinion. Some people believe it is an elegant classic, while others find its appearance a bit too eccentric for their taste. However, it proved popular enough to soldier on for ten… more»

Breathtaking Performance: 2006 Ariel Atom 2

Colin Chapman is often credited with the design philosophy, “Simplify, then add lightness.” That makes me believe that he would have taken one look at the Ariel Atom and given it his seal of approval. These classics feature no… more»

Bargain Muscle Car? 1974 Dodge Challenger

Sellers often claim that the car they have listed is a bargain buy, and some of those claims are more credible than others. However, you often need to look below the surface to determine whether the classic is a… more»

Rare Column Auto: 1967 Pontiac GTO

The 1966 model year was always going to be tough to follow as Pontiac’s GTO set a sales record. Although the total dropped significantly for 1967, it wasn’t a disaster for the final year of First Generation production. Our… more»

10k Original Miles: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Silver Anniversary With No Reserve

There was a time during its early production life that many at Chevrolet believed the Corvette would never see its Silver Anniversary. However, it defied the odds and has remained an integral part of the American motoring landscape ever… more»

One Family Owned: 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Offered With No Reserve

I’m pretty sure that if most of our readers were to pick between two identical classics where one had a known ownership history and the other was a mystery machine, they’d choose the first car every time. That is… more»

Original 455-SD: 1974 Pontiac Trans Am

Stricter emission regulations were beginning to bite when this 1974 Pontiac Trans Am rolled off the line. Still, it was a car that cemented the company’s reputation as the performance arm of the General Motors empire. It could show… more»

47k Original Miles: 1972 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454

Vehicles like this 1972 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454 perfectly demonstrate the original concept of the “coupe utility.” Ford designed the original Australian-developed “coupe utility” following consultation with a farmer’s wife who sought a vehicle to take their pigs… more»

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