A Good First Restoration Project: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette

Did anyone ever build Estes rocket models as a kid?  Emblazoned prominently on the kit was the skill level of the model, from one to five.  One was a model that you glued fins on and launched, while skill… more»

Down on its Luck Sixties Hot Rod: 1931 Ford Model A Coupe

Every once in a while, an archaeological find of recent vintage hits the internet.  Be it an old dealership that closed its doors and never opened back up again, or that suburban garage that finally opened up to reveal… more»

Solid Coupe from the Carolinas: 1937 Ford Coupe

It seems like everyone with a thirties Ford coupe has decided that it is time to sell.  While the many attributes of these stylish and durable coupes have made them popular for decades, will the overwhelming number of cars… more»

Almost a Stock Car Barn Find: 1938 Ford Coupe

Have you ever dived headfirst into a project, only to lose enthusiasm after the reality of the work needed slapped you squarely in the face?  If you are anything like me, your life has been littered with unfinished projects. … more»

Unfinished Project with an Awesome Engine: 1930 Ford Model A Coupe

Some of us start our projects by carefully planning everything out and making purchases as needed.  Others start throwing money at a project without a clear plan and figure it will all work out in the end.  This 1930… more»

Package Deal: 1957/1959 Triumph TR3s

There are some cars that just never should be left outside.  I think you could put all convertibles in that category.  However, it seems that some cars are just made of steel that rusts with but a harsh word. … more»

British Barn Find: 1968 MGC GT

While most barn finds are of the domestic type, every once in a while, a gem from the Mother Country emerges from the dust.  Take for example this 1968 MG MGC GT for sale on eBay in Archbold, Ohio. … more»

Barn Find From 2005: 1936 Ford Five Window Coupe

During the thirties, Ford was in a cycle where bodies changed every few years, and you could always count on a refresh in the second year of that body.  While the 1935 Ford managed to look far more expensive… more»

The Original Dune Buggy: 1969 Meyers Manx

Ever since we were kids, we have been admonished to recycle and repurpose whenever possible.  While it is nice to think that we are making a difference, often, we don’t see the results of our efforts. However, Bruce Meyers… more»

Garage Find: 1953 MG TD Survivor

While we deal with inflation every time we step into a grocery store, deflation seems to have set in for certain classic automobiles.  Early MGs had quite a following at one time, and prices reflected that.  Now, it appears… more»

Unmolested and Uncut: 1950 Mercury Monterey Coupe

In hot rod culture, the 1949 through 1951 Mercury coupe is one of the most popular starting points for building a custom vehicle.  Influenced by James Dean’s 1949 Mercury coupe in “Rebel Without a Cause” and the Barris brothers’… more»

Ready To Cruise: 1948 Buick Super Convertible

As car buffs, we not only dream about cars, but we fantasize about the roads we would drive them on as well.  In the East, many dream of taking the Great Smoky Mountain Parkway through to the terminus of… more»

Missing in Action for 20 Years: 1936 Ford Cabriolet

In many ads, sellers will claim that their car is 1 of some number of survivors of that particular make and model.  While those numbers are probably in the ballpark, it never ceases to amaze us just how many… more»

Half Million Dollar Craigslist Find: 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7

Craigslist can be truly surprising sometimes.  Most of the time, the website is the home of questionable cars at high prices.  Other times, vehicles that are far outside the reach of the average Craigslist reader pop up for sale. … more»

Tiger Set Up for Touring: 1966 Sunbeam Tiger

One of the more pleasant, and somewhat expensive, experiences in the classic car world is multi-day touring.  While many of the major clubs have long offered tours through the most scenic parts of the country, there are now many… more»

Mostly Original, Needs Upholstery: 1937 Ford Deluxe Coupe

Ford had a lot going for it in the period between 1932 through 1940.  Not only did the brand have one of the best engines in the low-price field, but the styling through these years was incredible.  Their most… more»

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