Weekend Warrior: 1973 Pontiac Grand Am

A few days ago, one of the Facebook pages I follow revealed a group member had rescued a Pontiac Grand Am from a long-time slumber in a farmer’s field. I was surprised – the Grand Am of my youth was… more»

Put On Blocks: 10,000 Mile Citation X-11

Though the 80’s were a dark spot for much of GM’s lineup, there were a few experiments with performance-oriented models that gave enthusiasts some hope the glory days of the General’s hi-po prowess would return. This 1982 Chevrolet Citation… more»

Never Wrecked: Rusty BMW 3.0CSI

It’s amazing to see what sellers will cling to when a car is such a basketcase it truly has no redeeming qualities. This BMW 3.0CSI here on eBay is sold as a rolling shell, but really it should be used as… more»

Lifelong Volunteer: 1952 Chevrolet Fire Truck

The Goodway Community Volunteer Fire Protection company is located in Frisco City, Alabama. Those must be some sentimental folks down there, as they’ve held onto their vintage fire apparatus for quite some time. This 1952 Chevrolet pickup here on eBay has been… more»

Incredible Survivor: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z-28

The phrase “like new” is often overused and sometimes a blatant lie. When describing this 18,302 original miles ’79 Camaro Z28 here on eBay, however, it’s extremely accurate. This Z28 has been with one owner up until just recently, and… more»

Small Chevy Battle: Diesel Chevette Vs. Vega GT

Around these parts, the Chevy Chevette is no stranger to intense discussion about its virtues as a project car. While the MPGs may be reason enough to own one, the gasoline-equipped ‘Vettes can’t hold a candle to its rare… more»

23,973 Miles: 1986 Mercedes 190E

Over the years, as cars come and go, there are always a few that stand out as highlights on your personal automobile roster. I previously owned a 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190E, which was one of the more enjoyable used cars… more»

Sold in Stores: 1967 Glassic

Over the years, it’s easy to become accustomed to the usual roundup of kit cars, ranging from the Bradley to the Kelmark to the knock-off James Dean Spyders (oh, and most of the “real” Cobras for sale on eBay)…. more»

R Code: 1972 Mustang Mach 1

Sometimes, the mere stance of a vehicle can make you stand up and pay attention. It’s hard to ignore the aggression emitted by this 1972 Ford Mustang Mach I here on eBay, which is made all the rarer thanks to… more»

Neue Klasse Coupe: 1966 BMW 2000C

This Euro-market 1966 BMW 2000C here on craigslist is a rarely-seen example of BMW’s “New Class” coupe lineup. While the later 2.8 and 3.0CS E9 platform cars are more widely recognized and available, its predecessor remains hard to find in any… more»

Never Seen One: ’81 Celica 10th Anniversary

While manufacturers churn out endless variants of otherwise ordinary cars on a regular basis, there was a time when “limited edition” truly meant limited edition. Take this 1981 Toyota Celica GTA coupe here on eBay, which is a special 10th… more»

Wheat Truck: 1967 Ford F600

This 1967 Ford F600 here on eBay is about as emblematic of the Midwest as you can get: farm lifestyle, wheat harvesting, hard-working and true-blue American made. That’s not to say Middle America is just about farming; no, it’s simply… more»

California Gold: 1969 Plymouth Barracuda

I have just recently returned from my first extended visit to the West Coast, and the sheer number of vintage vehicles I spotted still being used for daily transportation was impressive. Obviously, the climate is a major factor for… more»

Copart Turbo Coupe: ’84 Thunderbird

I’m beginning to wonder if there is a new business model of buying cars on Copart and then flipping them directly onto eBay – without ever laying an eye on it. This is at least the second time I’ve… more»

Marriage Forces Sale: No Reserve C4 Vette

When I got married, I was fortunate to have my biggest car project close enough to completion that it would have been tragic to sell it. Luckily, it was never even a consideration to put my treasures up for… more»

Little Lady Owned: 1984 VW Jetta Coupe

Among the world of VW fanatics, a two-door Jetta is considered the holy grail of Volkswagen’s mainstream sedan lineup. They’re quite hard to find today, especially in clean, original condition, so this first-generation ’84 Jetta Coupe here on eBay is quite… more»