Well, here’s a first for me: a 1941 Ford is listed here on eBay in the wheels-up position – complete with the damage suffered from the unexplained roll-over. The words “stunt car” are mentioned in the heading and then… more»
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1966 Lincoln Continental: Storage Orphan
As I looked through the photos of this 1966 Lincoln Continental project here on eBay, I noticed a familiar sight: storage lockers in the background. You know, those handy storage centers that seem to be popping up wherever there’s a… more»
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1964 Chevrolet Bel Air And Impala: 2 for $2K
Titled and ready to go: that’s what’s promised in this listing for a 1964 Chevy Bel Air and Impala parts car for $2,000 here on craigslist. Frankly, if I was into the lowrider scene at all, I’d have these two strapped… more»
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Wooden Wetback: Fast Hydro Boat Project
This saucer-like boat project may appear to be one man’s interpretation of a UFO, but it’s actually the remnants of a speed boat kit called a Wetback. Listed here on craigslist for $2,000, I’m not surprised it’s in Florida… more»
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Birds Of A Feather: 5 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 6.3s
Imagine stumbling upon the collection of a marque aficionado who was particularly smitten with one model. That’s exactly what the sellers of these five Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 6.3’s claim they found in a Colorado garage! And now each car is… more»
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1975 Triumph TR7: Too Many Tickets
The seller of this 1975 Triumph TR7 with a Ford V8 swap claims his right foot caused him too much trouble, leading to the car being parked and put up for auction here on eBay with a starting bid of… more»
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Jeff in the Junkyard: Return to the Forest
As I mentioned a few entries ago, my last junkyard visit provided more than enough fodder for a few weeks’ worth of posts. We’ll revisit this yard in Western Massachusetts for some additional diamonds in the rough, and, as… more»
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1972 Mercury Cougar Convertible for $4,800
While not the prettiest or fastest thing on 4 wheels, this 1972 Mercury Cougar convertible listed here on eBay with a Buy-it-Now of $4,800 is certainly a cheap entry into a classic daily driver. The paint job is straight… more»
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Too Much Power: 1974 Ford Maverick Grabber
A few years ago, I had the opportunity to drive a Dodge Viper GTS around an autocross course. I told the instructor the car had too much power, and wasn’t all that fun to drive – he, of course,… more»
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1973 Dodge Charger: Charitable Donation
There’s a charity donation center not too far from me that is always looking for car, boats, RVs and anything else on 4 wheels you care to donate. Unfortunately, all I can see from the road is the very… more»
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1973 VW Super Beetle: Show-Winning Woody
There are occasions in this hobby when I don’t know whether to be impressed by the work done or wish the seller had invested his time and money elsewhere. This 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle has been converted to a… more»
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1968 Chevy Chevelle SS 396: Desirable VIN
There are some cars that clearly have little value left to offer besides the VIN numbers of what it once was. This 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle here on eBay is a genuine SS 396 car that the seller acknowledges is… more»
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1979 Mercedes 450SEL: One for the Brave
Are you trying to kick a gambling addiction? Do you find yourself spending too much money eating out rather than preparing meals at home? Well, I have the ultimate solution for ensuring you’ll never again have any expendable income… more»
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1972 Ford E-Series: Custom Shorty Van
Remember the psychedelic Corvette from a few days ago? Well, its partner in crime just popped up on eBay in much better condition. This 1972 Ford E-Series Shorty van is listed here on eBay with a Buy-it-Now of $15,000,… more»
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1966 Pontiac Bonneville: Cheap Bonne
If you’ve been looking for an affordable surf wagon, your ship – or land yacht – has come in. This 1966 Pontiac Bonneville wagon here on eBay has a Buy-it-Now of $2,000 and is a running/driving example, despite being… more»
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1971 Jensen Interceptor: Backyard Find
This 1971 Jensen Interceptor is listed here on eBay with an opening bid of $7,500 and resides in Canada. Bidding is non-existent, currently; perhaps it’s because Jensens are not known for being cheap to restore and this example looks needy…. more»
