Rarely This Nice: 1984 Dodge Rampage

As car guys (and gals), we can often agree there seem to be vehicles that just are destined to become beaters. Either they were cheap cars when new and are still cheap cars today, or an expensive model that… more»

Another Astroroof? 1979 Buick Regal

A few days ago, we happened upon a Buick Skyhawk fitted with the rare Astroroof option. I had never heard of it before and certainly didn’t expect to see another one anytime soon. However, I believe a rough-looking 1979… more»

Stored in ’94: Dodge Coronet R/T 440 Convertible

This is a unusual barn find, not only for the rarity of the car but also due to the seller’s story. You see, it seems like this Dodge Coronet R/T convertible was a car he had been chasing for… more»

$450 OBO: 1978 Toyota Hilux

Whether you like imports or not, you know as well as I do that old Toyotas never die. Beginning in the 70s and to the current day, Toyota carved out a reputation for building capable little trucks that seemingly… more»

Colorado Dry and No Reserve: 1972 914

Sometimes, a new project comes onto your radar unexpectedly and you need to sell off a project to fund its acquisition. That’s been my experience as of late, where I quickly let go of my 1987 5-Series to fund the… more»

Mixed Bag: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda AAR

As a general rule, AAR Barracudas are desirable specimens. But what do they become when the original engine is missing and the body is a mess? To my mind, they remain rare enough that it’s still worth saving, but… more»

Trade for Porsches: 1960 Cadillac Series 62

Sometimes, the best part about an ad for a project car is what else is in the background of the photos. In this case, the seller of this 1960 Cadillac Series 62 coupe also has a website featuring his… more»

Ex Drag Car: 1959 Corvette

Do former drag cars instill a sense of awe in you, wondering about the days they charged down the strip? Or is it just a used-up muscle car that would have been far more valuable if left intact, with… more»

38 Years Stored: 1967 BMW R50/2

Despite my love of BMW vehicles (vintage ones, that is), I’ve never ridden a classic BMW motorcycle. My uncle in Massachusetts has a sweet K series bike that I’ve been pining after for years, but I’m not quite ready… more»

4,825 Miles: 1985 AMC Alliance Convertible

Over the years, there have been no shortage of partnerships concocted between Chysler Corp. and foreign auto brands, usually in response to filling some gap in their product lineup. Like so many domestic manufacturers in the 1980s, AMC didn’t… more»

Home on the Range: ’64 Willys with 18K Miles

It’s so rare anymore to find truly enjoyable stories behind the barn finds put on eBay. Often times, the time capsule specimen is already in the hands of a flipper, and somehow, the story just isn’t as sweet than… more»

Ready to Camp: 1961 Ford E-Series

So, let’s talk about vans: they are not the best handlers in stock form, nor are they always the most stylish things on four wheels. But they do offer a good deal of function, and some of the older… more»

Ran Good 7 Years Ago: 1970 Suzuki LJ10

For reasons I can’t get into here, old Japanese tin is becoming a bigger part of my life. For years, I’ve been all BMW, all the time, but interests are changing and some of these oddballs are scratching me… more»

Dad’s Chariot: 1971 Dodge Coronet N Code

Wagons have a long history in this country of being the quintisential family vehicle, a non-sporting conveyance designed to peform duties of the most unglamorous kind. Which is why it always makes me smile when you see such a… more»

Less than $30! Buried Jeep J10 Pickup

That’s right – at the moment, for less than $30, you could own a Jeep J10 pickup that is buried in the weeds and undergrowth of Rensselaer Falls, New York. As you’d expect, it’s going to be the purchaser’s problem… more»

Original Panels: 1967 Chevelle Malibu

Oregon is one of those states where it seems like there are always some interesting cars hiding. Washington State also gets its fair share of survivors and oddballs, so I salute our Pacific Northwest residents who keep these classics… more»