Sometimes when watching the collector car auctions on television it’s easy to start thinking that the collector car hobby has left the common person behind. Then I run across a car like this and I’m reminded that there are… more»
Aug 24, 2018 • Uncategorized • 37 Comments
So Fine 409: 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS
Before the era of big-block Camaros and Chevelles, Chevy fans seeking high performance in a passenger car package opted for full-size cars equipped with 409 cui V8 engines. Drag racers favored the lighter and more rigid two-door sedan Bel Air… more»
Aug 24, 2018 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Factory Fuel Injected 1958 Corvette Project
From the standpoint of appearance, the 1958 Corvette was more excessive than it’s predecessors. While the car still reflected the design changes implemented in the 1956/57 model years, the 1958’s added simulated hood louvers, nonfunctional air scoops on each… more»
Aug 22, 2018 • Uncategorized • 14 Comments
California Blue Plate Special: 1972 Dodge Charger SE Brougham
Want to stand out in a sea of red Camaros? Show up at cruise night in a Top Banana Yellow 1972 Charger SE and stand out you will. I know these so-called fuselage bodied Chargers of 1971 through 1974… more»
Aug 21, 2018 • Uncategorized • 11 Comments
Pile Of Parts: 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible Project
Everyone has heard of TMI, Too Much Information. When it comes to cars-for-sale posts on Craigslist, the opposite is often the case. The seller says the body of this ’54 Chevy is in good condition. Interested parties will have… more»
Aug 18, 2018 • Uncategorized • 62 Comments
One Of One? 1963 Ford Town Sedan R Code 427 4-Speed
Driven by the “Win on Sunday-Sell on Monday” philosophy, car manufacturers involvement in racing rose dramatically in the early 1960’s. Pontiac was competing with the 421, Chrysler the 413, and Chevrolet had the 409 and later the 427 “mystery motor”…. more»
Aug 17, 2018 • For Sale • 28 Comments
In Storage Since 1973: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
It’s a 1959 Corvette! Did you ever C-1? That’s my attempt at humor for the day. I never cease to be dazzled by some of the cars people have stashed away, not just for years, but for decades at… more»
Aug 14, 2018 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Parked For 56 Years: 1948 Plymouth Special Deluxe Convertible
Can you spot the car in the garage? Well, there’s one in there, and it’s a 1948 Plymouth Special Deluxe convertible. Buick had the Special and Ford had the Deluxe. I guess Plymouth thought they would one-up the competition… more»
Aug 12, 2018 • For Sale • 21 Comments
The Boss Is Back: 1969 Mustang Boss 302
Boss 302’s were developed specifically for the SCCA Trans-Am Road Racing Series. They were all built with special high-performance engines that featured 4-bolt mains, screw-in freeze plugs, and special heads using a canted valve design among other performance-enhancing features…. more»
Aug 12, 2018 • Uncategorized • 15 Comments
Meet Woodrow: 1951 Ford Woodie Wagon
This car represents the end of an era. The 1951 model year would be the last for Ford station wagons with real wood on the sides. Earlier station wagon bodies were almost all wood from the cowl back. By… more»
Aug 7, 2018 • Uncategorized • 56 Comments
Stashed For Three Decades: 1964 Corvette Coupe
Try as it may, that thick layer of dust can’t hide the beautiful lines of this 1964 Corvette coupe. It has been sitting neglected for 30 years but is now offered for sale here on Hemmings for an asking price… more»
Aug 1, 2018 • Uncategorized • 53 Comments
Endura Delete: 1968 Pontiac GTO
Chrome was still stylish back in the late 1960’s. Maybe that’s why the original purchaser of this 1968 GTO opted to delete the Endura front bumper in favor of the chrome version that was standard on the Lemans. We’ll… more»
Jul 30, 2018 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Revel In This Ragtop Rambler Classic
If you think the collector car hobby is only for the well-to-do, check out this show-worthy 1965 Rambler Classic convertible. It’s located in Alto, Texas and listed here on Craigslist for only $17,500. When I spotted this unrestored original… more»
Jul 23, 2018 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Parked For 25 Years: 1971 Pontiac GTO
This isn’t just any old Goat. This baby is loaded up. The list of options includes power steering, power brakes, power windows, air conditioning, cruise control, remote side-view mirror, light group, limited slip differential, automatic transmission, vinyl top, and… more»
Jul 21, 2018 • Uncategorized • 31 Comments
Affordable Muscle: 1967 Oldsmobile 442
When it comes to big block, 4-speed, matching numbers GM muscle cars, this is about as affordable as it gets. This 1967 Oldsmobile 442, located in Kerrville, TX, is listed here on craigslist for only $25,000. With the exception… more»
Jul 18, 2018 • For Sale • 12 Comments
California Convertible: 1950 Ford V-8
This unrestored original 1950 Ford convertible, located near Phoenix, AZ, is listed here on Craigslist for the reasonable price of $13,000. For a variety of reasons, Ford Motor Company wasn’t doing well financially in the late 1940’s. Some people… more»
