Restore or Preserve? 1960 Chevrolet Corvette

Some classics leave potential buyers with difficult decisions to make. Hidden in this garage is a 1960 Corvette that will pose questions for its new owner. They could retain the car as a tidy driver, but would they be… more»

36k Original Miles: 1970 Ford Mustang Hardtop

With a simple sales strategy, the First Generation Mustang drew buyers into showrooms like moths to a flame. By ordering an entry-level vehicle, people could buy into the Mustang lifestyle without requiring a second mortgage. They could park a… more»

Mystery Machine: 1963 Studebaker R2

When a vehicle manufacturer is teetering on the brink of financial oblivion, the most sensible approach is introducing a model designed to sell in high numbers with a reasonable profit margin to improve the bottom line. A less conventional… more»

One-Owner Survivor: 1969 Mercury Marauder

After a three-year break, Mercury reintroduced the Marauder as a Second Generation personal luxury car in 1969. It shared many design attributes with its cousins from Ford, but it disappeared from showrooms again after a mere two years. Our… more»

California Barn Find: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette

When buyers in 1973 took delivery of their new Corvette, they received a car with greater refinement than its predecessors. However, that didn’t prevent them from owning a genuine high-performance model if they ticked the right boxes on the… more»

Forest Find: 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Somewhat like myself, the First Generation Mustang grew bigger and heavier with each passing year. Unlike me, buyers could still order a 1973 Mustang Mach 1 with an engine that made the car fleet of foot. That is the… more»

427/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette

If buyers had the money, they could order a new Corvette in 1968 loaded with factory options. The original owner of this classic didn’t stop by equipping it with a desirable drivetrain, ticking enough boxes on the Order Form… more»

Rebuilt 400: 1973 Pontiac Grand Am Colonnade Coupe

For decades, the American automotive industry survived in a virtual vacuum. Companies like Ford and General Motors enjoyed a strong presence on foreign shores, but marques from Europe and Asia failed to impact the North American market. That changed… more»

37k Original Miles: 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra

When you examine the history of Ford’s Mustang from the first vehicle to the current model, the Fox-Body version stands out from the crowd. While most cars contained at least a styling nod to the iconic First Generation vehicles,… more»

Who Ya Gonna Call? 1959 Cadillac Ecto-1 Tribute

Clones of movie cars are nothing new, and I’m sure we’ve all seen at least one Bullitt Mustang or General Lee tribute. One of the most memorable movies of the 1980s was Ghostbusters, and the undoubted automotive star was… more»

Original Motor: 1940 Ford DeLuxe Coupe

When a classic car has over eight decades under its belt, it is fair to expect it to feature some non-original drivetrain components. However, that isn’t the case with this 1940 Ford DeLuxe Coupe. Its engine bay houses the… more»

Needs Finishing: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe

The word “icon” is one of the most overused in the classic world, but there are few better to describe the 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe. The C3 is probably the most recognizable Corvette within and outside North… more»

Tidy Driver: 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible

One of the most significant battles faced by enthusiasts searching for a First Generation Mustang is locating one that is both ready to enjoy and affordable. That could be the opportunity this ’65 Convertible provides because it is a… more»

Almost Finished: 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible

It takes a leap of faith to purchase a freshly restored classic because time hasn’t allowed any potential shortcomings to rear their ugly head. I’m not stating that would be the case with this 1966 Mustang Convertible because the… more»

The Best? 1967 Ford Bronco

Although the seller doesn’t make the claim, I often ponder what it takes for a classic to be the best of a particular model. That is the one posed by this 1967 Ford Bronco because its presentation and overall… more»

One-Owner 1959 Chevrolet Biscayne

I always place great store in long-term ownership of any classic. Vehicles with that history are generally well-maintained and treated respectfully, which explains how they’ve survived. This 1959 Chevrolet Biscayne takes that theory to a higher level. Until recently,… more»

Barn Finds