It’s the image at the top of the ad here on craigslist that will draw you in. There, you’ll see a menacing burgundy-red 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass sitting low to the pavement, sporting a super-wide set of tires on what… more»
Patina In Abundance: Driver-Quality 1967 Ford Fairlane 500
Dipping into the shallow end of the pool is this 1967 Ford Fairlane coupe, a bit of a beater but still serviceable and ready for either summer use or restoration. The price is certainly within the pocket-change realm… more»
Worthwhile Project? 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible
There’s an interesting flip-flop that happens with first-generation Mustangs. The early ones (say, 1965s) have a value premium on convertibles over fastbacks. But the later ones, like the 1969 Ford Mustang convertible here on ebay, carry a value add… more»
The Eyes Have It: 1973 Ford LTD
My friend’s cat has eyes that glow mysteriously at night when she’s in her cat condo. This kind of freaks me out and causes me to keep my distance. The 1973 Ford LTD available here on craigslist has similarly… more»
Super-Original, Super-Luxurious: 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham
Here’s an opportunity: a genuine one-family-owned 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham, born and raised in California, available here on craigslist for an asking price of $22,500. This tip comes to us courtesy of numskal, and the car is waiting in… more»
Beat-Up Bandit: 1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am SE
Trans Ams are popular, and Bandit T/As are even more so, especially for 1970s movie fans. That makes this 1977 Pontiac Trans Am appear to be a desirable buy. But before you raise your bidder’s paddle, be sure of… more»
How Scary Is It? 1966 Chevy Impala SS
“It doesn’t get better than it appears to be at first glance.” That’s what you’ll say when you check out this 1966 Chevy Impala SS coupe. The car presents fairly well in its opening shot. But then you notice… more»
Survivor Sedan: 1971 Plymouth Valiant
Boxy. Four doors. Green. Doesn’t sound like much, but cars like this 1971 Plymouth Valiant have a bit of a cult following. Call it homely charm; they can grab you and not let go. Should you have a hankering… more»
1992 Geo Metro: Never Know What’s In A Barn
A barn find and a time capsule. That’s how this 1992 Geo Metro two-door hatchback is billed in its ad here on craigslist. If you think that’s even possible for a car as seemingly unexciting as this one, maybe… more»
Drive and Enjoy: 1965 Mustang 2+2 Fastback
Another day, another Mustang, but despite their proliferation, each has its own story to tell. Such is the case with this 1965 Mustang 2+2 (Fastback) located in Tollhouse, California. It’s up for auction here on ebay, with the reserve… more»
1976 Chevrolet Monza Towne Coupe: Packs A Punch!
You probably didn’t wake up thinking you’d make a play for a 1976 Chevy Monza, but after looking at the ad here on ebay. The car is up for a starting bid of $9999 with no takers as of… more»
1995 Buick Roadmaster Estate: Corvette Heart, Buick Body
From time to time, super-original GM station wagons, and Fords, too—pass through the Barn Finds universe. I’m always tempted to make a bid on them, because I, too, grew up in a station wagon. But maybe It would be… more»
Front Wheel Drive Find: 1968 Olds Toronado 455
My feeling has always been that big 1960s American cars have no business being front-wheel drive. Why would they need to be when their corporate siblings pushed their power out from the wheels at the back of the car?… more»
Affordable Fun: 1986 Pontiac Fiero SE
Ever thought about getting a tiny sports car to tootle around in for summer? See yourself as more a fixed-roof person than a convertible lover? Want that to be rear-engined but decidedly against the idea of a Corvair? Pontiac… more»
















