Long Beach, California was once nicknamed “Iowa by the Sea” – droves of Iowan farmers were snowbirds there, many staying put once they decided the ocean view beat out of the corn view. Living in Long Beach was cheap… more»
Nov 9, 2020 • Auctions • 32 Comments
One-Owner 1956 Ford Thunderbird
The Thunderbird for 1956 was more than a decade ahead of its time with its standard and optional safety features. As if this baby bird’s lines weren’t beautiful enough to become a sought-after classic, she’s had only one owner… more»
Nov 9, 2020 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Chrysler 383 Powered: 1970 Jensen MK II Interceptor
The average person hearing these words: “Jensen Interceptor Saloon” may reflexively have that person thinking of a pint of Bulmers cider in front of them at an upscale, intergalactic dark wood pub. No, so sorry, we are instead referring… more»
Nov 5, 2020 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Original Paint! 1977 AMC Pacer-X Survivor
Cars often appear in movies and tv series in speaking roles, stunt work, and other supporting roles. Remember KITT in the series “Knight Rider,” the orange 1969 Dodge Charger performing death-defying stunts in “The Dukes of Hazzard,” and a… more»
Nov 3, 2020 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Unique 1940 Willys Two-Seat Roadster Kit!
Let’s agree that cars have personalities: Headlights look like eyes, grilles look like mouths, and the metal crafters’ skills often create “facial expressions” portraying images that the manufacturer hopes will attract buyers who connect with the car’s personality. Yet,… more»
Nov 1, 2020 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Automotive Glamour: 1950 Buick Roadmaster Convertible
While British sports cars in the 1950s were aiming for the “size zero,” more angular and slender runway model type of vehicle designs, Buick was full steam ahead in quite the other direction: plus-sized, plush, sensuously round in all… more»
Nov 1, 2020 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Some Assembly Required: 1961 MGA 1600
Motorheads born in the era of this 1961 MGA 1600 will probably admit to having the best Erector Set in their neighborhood, even accumulating all the sets of the non-mechanically inclined kids. This MGA is an ultimate Erector Set… more»
Oct 31, 2020 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Tempting Garage Find: 1953 MG TD
Should the devil come to my door to try and tempt me, there is no question he would come in the form of this 1953 MG TD with British Racing Green and Black fenders and running boards. Maybe I’d… more»
Oct 31, 2020 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Perfect Patina? Crate-Powered 1968 Chevrolet C10
All right, Picasso, your canvas awaits. This Arizona preserved, well-patina-d ’68 Chevy C-10 is not gonna be a factory showroom Concours-grade restoration. But oh what fun you could have in the restomod world! This solid C-10 pickup is available… more»
Oct 31, 2020 • For Sale • 29 Comments
HEMI Time Capsule: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
Ok, get really serious about finding all the coins in the couches, get Mom’s oatmeal box of stashed cash in the pantry, then find the other $99,000 and run, no RUN, to buy this time-capsule-preserved 1969 Plymouth Road Runner… more»
Oct 30, 2020 • For Sale • 33 Comments
1937 Chevrolet Barnboard Truck House!
What’s not to love about the marriage of two splendid hobbies: the love of old trucks and the artistry of reclaimed wood carpentry? Witness right here the result of that marriage. Thanks to Ikey Heyman for finding this unique… more»
Oct 29, 2020 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Rare 1927 Chenard And Walcker Y8 “Tank” Sports Car!
There’s probably not an old enamel sign in your garage or hot rod shop emblazoned with the “Chenard & Walcker” logo on it, and there’s a good possibility that this French carmaker’s brand may be coming to your attention… more»
Oct 28, 2020 • For Sale • 8 Comments
427 V8 Muscle Truck: 1969 Chevrolet C10 Barn Find
Look at this nice Halloween barn find. The subject: a slammed Chevrolet model 10 pick-up truck, some modest wheels, but man, that Hilborn-style scoop poking out of the hood. Then there’s the two inches of neglect in the form… more»
