It’s after that split-second glance that you realize that this car is more Ed Roth than Charles Rolls and Henry Royce. Can’t you just see this beast immortalized as a classic Rat Fink cartoon? Take a look at this… more»
Jan 28, 2018 • For Sale • 56 Comments
First Edition Barn Find: 1960 Chevy Corvair
For a while, I collected first editions. The prize on my little shelf of books was Hemingway’s “For Whom the Bell Tolls”. My ex-wife got it. Perhaps that’s why I’m more interested these days in building a car collection… more»
Jan 26, 2018 • For Sale • 28 Comments
16k Mile Survivor: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
Talk about pedigree. A one family 1954 Corvette, a bit over 16k miles, all the original paperwork, and as the seller says “…a true unmolested original American icon that can be shown and enjoyed…”. Found here on eBay, with… more»
Jan 25, 2018 • For Sale • 36 Comments
It’s Got Badonkadonk: 1973 AMC Gremlin V8 304
If I can paraphrase Trace Adkins country classic “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk” – when it comes to AMC Gremlins “Now Honey you can’t blame her for what the designers gave her”. They gave her that big, in your face, ridiculous… more»
Jan 23, 2018 • For Sale • 44 Comments
From A Famous Family: 1953 Devin Bodied Jowett Jupiter
Even if you don’t know anything about the early cars from Devin Enterprises, like the example found here on eBay, you certainly know the famous family of similar styles born in the 1950’s. The Ferrari 500 Mondial, with its… more»
Jan 19, 2018 • Uncategorized • 13 Comments
Prime Project: 1963 Porsche 356 B
If you’ve ever seriously considered a Porsche Project, and if you’re as drawn to the wonderful, iconic, bulbous yet sexy 356 B style offered from 1958 until 1963, then you’ll definitely be pulled towards the 356 found here on… more»
Jan 16, 2018 • Uncategorized • 7 Comments
Far From The Family Tree: 1970 Siata Spring
I can relate to this 1970 Siata Spring. Like me, this yellow duckling is by far the ugliest off-spring from a family whose lineage had been beauty, grace, and elegance before it’s arrival. Found here on Craigslist, with thanks… more»
Jan 16, 2018 • Uncategorized • 4 Comments
All The Bits To Build On: 1971 Porsche 911 Targa
Unquestionably, the new Porsche Targa 4 GTS is of the most beautiful cars ever created. The wide haunch rear, the massive rims that show off over-sized disc brakes, and the iconic pop top that allows for the best of… more»
Jan 13, 2018 • For Sale • 20 Comments
All in the Family: 1968 Pontiac LeMans Rag Top
Our neighbor, the accountant, had one. Dark green, black top, black interior. Every Saturday at 3:30pm he would clean it for 90 minutes, change into a black turtleneck and pleated slacks, and return with a gorgeous date. They would… more»
Jan 11, 2018 • Uncategorized • 18 Comments
Just Add Everything: 1954 Corvette Body
The great thing about this barn find is you just have to add, well, everything to finish it up. I think we all have dreams of finding a ’54 Corvette tucked away in a California barn –it’s white paint… more»
Jan 9, 2018 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Race Worthy Survivor: 1969 Camaro Z/28
I can hear it, just as much as see it. You know the sound – from a block away your first thought is this car has the bass pumped up from a pair of JBL speakers, but as it… more»
Jan 8, 2018 • Uncategorized • 13 Comments
Fool The Neighbors: Ferrari 308 GTBi Kit
I consider myself a pretty harsh critic of Kit cars. I pride myself on being to tell even the best tribute models from the original. Reality is, I would spot this example of a Ferrari 308 GTBi as a… more»
Jan 5, 2018 • Uncategorized • 18 Comments
Fetching Barn Find: 1950 Simca Cabriolet
I’m drawn to two types of cars. Those best described with words like “muscular” or “brawny”, and those that “adorable”, or “fetching” best fit. This 1950 Simca 8 cabriolet barn find, found here on eBay, might just be the… more»
Jan 2, 2018 • Uncategorized • 20 Comments
Only 171 Ever Made: 1967 Sabra Roadster
What do you get when your design recipe is a heaping helping of Triumph, a smidge of Jaguar, a pinch of Alfa Romeo, and a sprinkling of Aston Martin? Found here on eBay, you get the 1967 Sabra, created… more»
Jan 1, 2018 • Uncategorized • 12 Comments
Father Of The King: 1966 Dodge Coronet
Think of your favorite movie star. Or the singer you have the most albums from (ok, referencing vinyl either makes me a hipster, or just plain old. I’ll let you decide). Now, think of that person’s parents. Not something… more»
Dec 25, 2017 • Uncategorized • 18 Comments
Santa’s Dream Car: 1960 Jensen 541R
Imagine this 1960 Jensen, as red as Santa’s suit, screaming into the gravel turnabout driveway of a towering Connecticut mansion, dust settling like fog as the owner jumps out in full Safari gear. He runs into the house, only… more»
