If you are a fan of automotive history, then perhaps one of the most fascinating rabbit holes to dive down is that of presidential limousines. From President Taft’s purchase of two Pierce-Arrows, a Baker electric car, and a White… more»
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Dec 19, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Has a Few Quirks: 1994 Ford Taurus SHO
While build quality has improved tremendously in the past few decades, every once in a while a car with “issues” sneaks out. As long as a car isn’t a reincarnation of “Christine” we usually put up with a few… more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
38K Mile Time Capsule: 1984 Cadillac Seville
Cadillac was once the “Standard of the World” for luxury transportation. Then, in the late seventies, a portion of the luxury car market split, with many younger buyers opting for European luxury cars with more aggressive handling. Cadillac attempted… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
9,369 Mile Drop Top: 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
One of the many positives about being a Corvette enthusiast is that, if you wait long enough, the perfect car will come along. Perfect for some may mean the correct engine and transmission options. Others wait around for the… more»
Dec 11, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
31K Mile Christmas Miracle? 1974 Dodge Challenger R/T
As we roll into the end of December, we are constantly reminded that Santa Claus will soon be here. While we wait for the arrival of Kris Kringle and his sleigh pulled by nine reindeer (Rudolph included), it is… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • Auctions • 19 Comments
Mid-Engine with Japanese Style: 1989 Toyota MR2
It is funny how automotive trends appear seemingly out of nowhere, only to disappear soon thereafter. Take for example the economical mid-engine sports car craze that began in the mid-eighties. While preceded by the Porsche 914 and the Fiat… more»
Dec 7, 2024 • Auctions • 41 Comments
Pick A Time Period: 1930 Ford Model A Hot Rod
We have all heard the remark that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. For hot rods, no statement has ever been more true. Hot rods are, by definition, vehicles that have been changed from their stock with… more»
Dec 5, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Good Starter Car: 1947 Mercury Sedan
One of the largest obstacles to overcome in our hobby is inertia. It takes a lot for someone interested in classic cars to purchase a vehicle to fix up, restore, or hot rod. While many buy with their heart… more»
Dec 4, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
A Long Way from Home: 1966 Boyertown Crew Bus
While coachbuilding for luxury cars slowly died off in the immediate prewar period, the commercial vehicle side of things managed to live on for another few decades. The Boyertown Auto Body Works of Boyertown, Pennsylvania was the most prolific… more»
Dec 2, 2024 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Seventies Show Car: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
Look carefully at the picture above and remind yourself that Corvettes, even C2s, were once simply used cars. While everyone knew they were special and worth preserving, these sports cars went through the same cycle of depreciation that every… more»
Dec 2, 2024 • For Sale • 38 Comments
European Sports Sedan? 1979 Ford Granada ESS
In the seventies and early eighties, American automobile manufacturers faced an identity crisis. While domestic automakers were still very good at providing reliable transportation with good styling, the cars they made were still basically the same ones they punched… more»
Dec 2, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Air Cooled Project Car: 1929 Franklin Model 130 Sedan
Part of the fun of studying automotive history is finding an instance of a company implementing a different idea. While everyone else was using liquid cooling, Franklin Automobile Company stubbornly clung to the idea that air cooling was the… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Farm Bound Since New: 1933 Ford Model BB Truck
One of the slogans for Ford trucks that is bandied around is “Built Ford Tough.” While we can debate the relative merits of Ford trucks in comparison to other trucks like college football fans war over their respective teams,… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Intact Plywood Chassis: 1969 Marcos 1600 GT
You cannot say that sports car buyers had few options in the late sixties. It seems that sports cars were being imported to the United States from all over the globe. The British, who introduced their version of the… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
23K Mile 1989 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
GM has always had a way for customers to use the option list to tailor a car to their interests. This concept is readily apparent if you look at the history of the Camaro. From beach cruiser Camaro convertibles… more»
Nov 28, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
One Cylinder of Fury: 1967 King Midget
It seems that in the ’60s, it was totally normal to order a car kit from the back of a magazine and put it together in your garage. Barn Find has profiled countless kit cars, replicas, and sports cars… more»
