Wow! Rocco B. found us a “Grim-lin” with a Porsche Engine and a four-speed! There’s no need to get excited, though, because the little 80 horsepower four-cylinder is really an Audi engine intended to be economical and not for performance. The… more»
Jun 10, 2018 • Uncategorized • 20 Comments
Pick A Plymouth: 1967 GTX VS 1970 GTX
In the late sixties or early seventies if you wanted a fast car with a touch of luxury the GTX was a good choice. Box stock they would get you to 60 in less than 7 seconds and through… more»
Jun 7, 2018 • Uncategorized • 29 Comments
Time Machine: 1979 Lincoln Continental Town Car
It seems like there a lot of old low mileage Lincolns for sale. They were the luxury barge of choice for a lot of retirees in the 1960s and ’70s and as a result, just weren’t driven much. The grandparent’s old… more»
Jun 5, 2018 • Uncategorized • 17 Comments
Parked 48 Years: 1957 Chevrolet 150 2-Door Post
This rusty old Chevy listed on craigslist in Chino Valley, Arizona appears to have potential. It has 2 doors and just a few bolt-on custom touches from the 1960s. The 150 was a very basic model. Even the outside rearview mirror would… more»
Jun 4, 2018 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Bondo Buggy: 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback
I wish every listing could be like the eBay listing for this Mustang. The seller has posted over 100 pictures that provide a realistic idea of the real condition of this car. The opening bid was only $200 with… more»
Jun 2, 2018 • For Sale • 25 Comments
A Real Survivor: 1973 Olds 98 2 Door Hardtop
General Motors once advertised the Oldsmobile with the slogan, “This is Not Your Father’s Automobile”. Today, that Oldsmobile might not be your father’s automobile, but instead your grandfather’s! Time moves on and after 101 years Oldsmobile is long gone. By the… more»
Jun 1, 2018 • Uncategorized • 14 Comments
Great Potential: 1957 Chevy Panel Delivery
It’s a tri-five with only 2 doors! It’s looking really abused but perhaps there is hope. This sad old panel delivery has been sitting neglected for 30 years but perhaps someone with the resources has a vision for what… more»
May 31, 2018 • Uncategorized • 17 Comments
A Long Story: 1976 Cadillac Fleetwood Castillan Wagon
If you’re looking for the ultimate 1970s wagon, this one built by Traditional Coachworks may be just what you’re looking for. There have been numerous companies building custom Caddys over the years but this wagon is better than most. They… more»
May 30, 2018 • Uncategorized • 10 Comments
Have A Peek: 1933 Plymouth 5 Window Coupe
It looks like a nice old car peeking out from under the cover. It’s a Plymouth, an all new and improved model “PC” introduced for 1933. An all-new six-cylinder engine replaced the old four-bangers. The new engine introduced insert bearings for… more»
May 27, 2018 • Uncategorized • 16 Comments
TD or Not TD: 1953 MG TD
After the war, folks were still driving tall prewar cars. Imagine how it must have felt to see a low slung two-seat convertible that looked like a design from the 1930s. These were something new for America, something called… more»
May 26, 2018 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Look Out Bulls: 1973 AMC Matador Station Wagon
Car makers have struggled for years with naming their cars. For example, the AMC Matador replaced the Rebel because the name was often associated with the Confederacy. Unfortunately, Matador was unpopular in Puerto Rico. Bullfighting has long been outlawed there… more»
May 22, 2018 • For Sale • 22 Comments
World’s Largest Street Rod: 1951 White Moving Van
This old truck has had an interesting history. It was first purchased by D.J. Jones Storage and Hauling of Shamokin, Pennsylvania and hauled household goods for many years. The next news we have is that it was restored in 1989… more»
May 20, 2018 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Rare And Ready To Go: 1963 Chyrsler 300J
This time, I just had to start with a picture of the engine. Look at that 390 horsepower 413-cu.in. V8 with those Cross Ram intake manifolds. They might not be very efficient, but they sure look like a cool way… more»
May 19, 2018 • Uncategorized • 30 Comments
Marauded 1970 Mercury Marauder X-100
Stock car racing fans may remember the Mercury racing team of the mid-1960s and the Marauders they drove. Perhaps you remember Parnelli Jones? Those Marauders were Ford Galaxie 500/XLs. The Marauder reborn in 1969 was a little different. If you take… more»
May 18, 2018 • Uncategorized • 17 Comments
Shovels, Jaguar And A Whippet Oh My! Classic Car Estate Sale
Would you like an armored Mercedes or perhaps an electric car? (batteries not included) How about a collection of cufflinks or perhaps a Grumman concession truck and some hot dog carts? There’s an interesting collection of vehicles and other… more»
May 17, 2018 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Humorous Potential? 1965 Ford F-250 Ice Cream Truck
At one time there were about 2,000 of these Good Humor Trucks on the streets of America. Are you old enough to remember the wonders and delights of youth? Was there an ice cream truck in your summers? What… more»
