The third-generation Camaro remains one of those cars I’d like to own someday, along with an SVO Mustang. If I were to seek out an IROC-Z, it would be spec’d exactly like this one, a 1985 model with the… more»
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Chicken Coop Finds: Dells Auto Museum Collection
In Wisconsin are the remains of a great collection, with dozens of classic muscle cars and cruisers awaiting restoration. The founders of the Dells Auto Museum have amassed a sizable collection of significant vehicles, and the editors at Hot… more»
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One Owner and Original: 1987 Buick Grand National
While Grand Nationals remain a seemingly good investment, I’m beginning to wonder if, based on the sheer number that appear on this site on a regular basis, if there’s an over-supply issue. The GNX, sure – that’s a halo… more»
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46,000 Mile Survivor: 1973 AMC Gremlin
Don’t let its impressive cosmetics fool you: this is an original paint Gremlin, a former magazine feature car with under 50,000 original miles. Wearing grasshopper green paint with a six-cylinder mill under the hood, this Gremlin is a survivor that… more»
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Coachbuilt Econobox: 1957 Fiat 600 Vignale
This unusual Fiat 600 Rendez-Vous is still the same humble people-mover underneath that sculpted Vignale bodywork, right down to the engine and other mechanical bits. However, the similarities end there, with a reworked nose panel and tail section that… more»
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Backyard Gold? 1958 Mercedes 190SL
The Mercedes 190SL enjoyed a massive spike in value not too long ago, thanks to the outrageous climb the iconic 300SL coupe and roadster made in years prior. Values have cooled significantly, but good projects and restored examples continue… more»
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Rare Rio Grande: 1969 Ford Ranchero
There’s been rumors of Ford considering a pickup-type vehicle that would slot below the recently re-introduced Ranger pickup, and that it might look something like a Ranchero. I’m not holding my breath, but I would be among those lining… more»
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Rare U-Code 440: 1972 Dodge Charger SE
This 1972 Dodge Charger SE has clearly been laid up for awhile, but it comes with some desirable options that make may it worthy of restoration. As a “Special Edition” (otherwise known as an “SE” trim car) optioned with… more»
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8,000 Original Miles: 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster
This 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster wears an incredibly low 8,000 miles on the clock, placing one the most exclusive air-cooled 911s in even more rarified company. The Speedsters were unique animals, with wide Turbo fenders and the steeply raked… more»
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High School Car: 1983 Mazda RX-7 GSL
Normally, a long-slumbering vintage Japanese car residing in Maine would be nothing to get excited about, as the likelihood of finding a seriously rotten car behind the garage door is highly probable. However, in this instance, we’re pleasantly surprised… more»
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Under the Porch Find: VW Rabbit Discovery
This is one of the weirdest finds we’ve seen yet, as an early 1980s VW Rabbit was apparently buried under a front porch in New Jersey and recently exhumed for a mechanical restoration. Details are limited as to the… more»
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Missing Something: 1986 Mercedes 190E 2.3-16
I tend to check craigslist weekly for posting of Mercedes 190E 2.3-16 projects in the hopes I don’t see a car that looks like a more sensible buy than my rusty, junkyard-found 1986 example. This car has been popping… more»
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Dining Room Find: 1937 Fiat Topolino Gasser!
As car guys (and gals), some of us have likely fantasized about putting our pride and joy in the middle of our living space, never having to venture to the cold garage or flimsy canvas tent in the backyard… more»
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427 Side-Oiler: 1969 Shelby GT500 Drag Pack
This 1969 Shelby GT500 is a claimed survivor, with healthy documentation going back to the day it was bought new. The seller is a self-proclaimed Mustang enthusiast and notes that this GT500 is a rare Drag Pack car with… more»
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Canadian-Built Workhorse: 1951 GMC 3100
I know, I know – the word patina is thoroughly over-used, a debate we don’t need to enter into here. But sometimes it’s just the best way to describe a truck, and in this case, the seller goes a… more»
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Unrestored Biarritz: 1960 Cadillac Eldorado
To me, one of the sadder aspects of the hobby is the realization that for so many once-great brands, enthusiasts won’t seek out the barn-find version of a Cadillac cross-over vehicle, or some cheap CTS that spent its last… more»
