Robert Eugene (Gene) Winfield is a legendary American car customizer whose work has graced the large and small screens in Blade Runner, RoboCop, Bewitched, and Star Trek. However, his unique road cars cemented his reputation in automotive folklore. One… more»
Amazing History: 1968 Ford Bronco
Locating a classic with more than five decades under its belt and a known ownership history can be attractive. When the vehicle in question is as desirable as a First Generation Ford Bronco, that is even better. The icing… more»
Mystery Machine: 1987 Ford Cramer Cobra
Some vehicles pose more questions than answers, which is the case with our feature car. The seller lists it as a 1987 Ford Cramer Cobra prototype, but finding information is like looking for a needle in a haystack. It… more»
Dirt Track Heroes: Two Vintage Sprint Cars For Sale
Seeing the photos of these vintage sprint cars brought memories flooding back for me. It has been a few years since I hung up my helmet after racing a wingless sprint car, and I still miss the thrill. My… more»
12k Original Miles: 1975 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Convertible
There was a period during the 1970s when it appeared that time was running out for the convertible. Insurance companies were twitching at the prospect of accident claims involving roll-overs while legislators questioned their safety. Many manufacturers believed it… more»
7,875 Original Miles! 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V Bill Blass Edition
Sometimes unkindly referred to as land yachts, American luxury cars from the 1970s have a dedicated following in the classic community. Many owe little or nothing to subtlety, but there were few cars from that era that could transport… more»
Rebuilt 327: 1965 Rambler Marlin
Ford broke new ground in the 1950s with its Thunderbird. Many consider this to be the first “personal luxury car.” By the 1960s, other manufacturers jumped on the bandwagon, with AMC developing the Rambler Marlin as its halo offering…. more»
1-of-1: 1974 Pontiac Trans Am
Stating that any classic car is unique can be risky, but that is what the seller claims about this 1974 Pontiac Trans Am. However, it isn’t an idle claim because they hold verifying documentation. It presents beautifully, although the… more»
Recent Restoration: 1978 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT Free Wheelin’
When Ford released its Second Generation Bronco in 1978, it found itself with an immediate hit. First-year sales more than tripled the best achieved by the First Generation, and our feature Bronco is a gem. It is a Ranger… more»
Massive Firehouse Find!
Every red-blooded enthusiast dreams of the moment when they open the door of a barn or shed to find a classic staring at them. Finding two cars would be better, and the excitement would grow if the figure went… more»
Unrestored Survivor: 1978 Mercury Cougar XR-7
While the original Mercury Cougar shared its underpinnings with Ford’s Mustang, the two companies pursued different paths through the 1970s. While it seemed incomprehensible, Mercury hit the sweet spot in 1978, with the Cougar easily outselling the Mustang. Such… more»
Dry Barn Find: 1967 Plymouth Barracuda Convertible
Certain locations potentially produce more promising barn find projects than others. A dry climate helps protect classic steel, which is the case with this 1967 Plymouth Barracuda Convertible. The seller located it in a New Mexico barn, and although… more»
Stunning Restoration: 1955 Mercury Montclair Hardtop
I’ve always believed that the 1950s was the golden era of automotive design and production. Manufacturers spent the post-war years building lightly restyled versions of the cars sold in early 1942, but the 1950s saw a production explosion as… more»
No Reserve: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro
Chevrolet’s Second Generation Camaro enjoyed a successful run, remaining on sale from 1970 until 1981. Much changed during that period, including introducing new emission and safety standards that would forever alter how American manufacturers approached vehicle design. This 1973… more»
1-of-503: 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona
The design brief for the 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona was simple. The company required a car to deliver success in NASCAR competition, deciding to forego the horsepower war in favor of lateral thinking. The result was one of the… more»
Something Different! 1993 Mitsuoka Viewt
Some cars attract attention because of their stunning beauty and desirability. Others achieve that feat because they’re, well, different. The 1993 Mitsuoka Viewt falls into the second category and is not a car most people will take seriously. It… more»
