T-Bucket Time Capsule: 1921 Ford Model T Hot Rod

Hot rod builders by definition build something new with old parts.  One of the most common hot rods built was what came to be known as the T-Bucket.    Built with a Ford Model T roadster body, everything else… more»

Forward Thinking, Rearward Facing: 1982 Subaru Brat

Everything is cyclical in the automotive world.  Notice that automakers are again building small, car-based trucks.  These vehicles became popular with the introduction of the Ranchero and the El Camino in the fifties.  This market rose and fell over… more»

Well Built Kit Car: 1929 Gazelle

Once we were a nation of builders.  Long before the internet was around, and when cable TV consisted of twelve channels, people actually went out to their garages and built things.  One of the more popular pastimes for such… more»

Original Year End Special: 1980 Chevrolet C-10 Bonanza

One of the most popular collectible segments is pickup trucks.  Of those, the Chevrolet and GMC “Square Bodies” seem to have exploded in popularity over the last few years.  The interesting part of all of this is that there… more»

Best London to Brighton Car Ever: 1902 Sterand Locomotive Car

Somehow, Barn Finds ends up profiling some of the more unusual cars on the collectible market.  Perhaps it is because we don’t take ourselves too seriously.  Often, these strange cars are built to promote a business or imitate another… more»

Beauty May Be Skin Deep: 1969 Corvette Convertible

There are few cars on the road that are better looking than a chrome bumper C3 Corvette.  These gorgeous sports cars are also accelerating in value and are one of the hottest segments of the collectible Corvette market.  If… more»

Lots of Miles to Go: 1970 Volvo 1800E

In the old days, a car with 100,000 miles was universally considered to be worn out.  Someone else could deal with the maintenance from that point on, as it was time to trade in.  Well, at least until Volvo… more»

Form Follows Function: 1974 Lotus Europa

Colin Chapman is someone you should be familiar with.  His singular focus on weight savings and efficiency set the stage for what Lotus automobiles would be and still is today.  However, that singular focus sometimes made him and the… more»

Crimson and Cream Cowboy Cadillac: 1988 Chevrolet C30 Dually

My grandfather used to say that there was no substitute for cubic inches.  As someone who occasionally tows a travel trailer, I would agree with that and add that the weight of a tow vehicle matters.  It also doesn’t… more»

Rarer Than Hen’s Teeth: 1937 and 1938 Ford Phaetons

Just like in the rise of man, there have been a number of evolutionary dead ends in automotive body styles.  One of those is the phaeton.  Phaetons were open four-door vehicles that used side curtains instead of roll-up windows. … more»

Detailer Gonna Charge Extra: 1991 Cadillac Allante

The Cadillac brand was losing its “Standard of the World” status by the beginning of the early eighties.  Luxury car buyers were looking to Europe for impressive, fast vehicles, and Cadillac was working on a new reputation as a… more»

Craigslist Find: 1928 Packard Convertible Coupe

Packard’s long time slogan was “Ask the man who owns one.”  Well, we find ourselves in a very strange world in the year of 2023 where unthinkable incidents are now commonplace.  To ask the man who owns this Packard… more»

New Jersey Time Machine: 1981 Delorean DMC-12

Nearly all people agree that John Z. DeLorean had the best of intentions when he left General Motors to start his own automobile company.  However, millions of dollars and a felony charge later, the company he founded collapsed amid… more»

Taking a Vow of Poverty: British Car Collection For Sale

We have all heard that those who wish to enter certain religious orders must first take a vow of poverty in order to show their dedication.  That commitment obviously separates out those who are not truly serious about their… more»

Cheap Chrome Bumper: 1971 Corvette Coupe

In Greek mythology, the Sirens were half bird, half woman creatures that lured sailors into danger by the sweet, beautiful sound of their song.  Looking at this gorgeous, but worn Brands Hatch Green 1971 Corvette for sale on craigslist… more»

Two Bikes and Free Trailer: Honda 90 and Kawasaki 250

Everyone loves getting something for free.  Free is nice, but what if I were to tell you that the core of the deal is even sweeter.  Take a look at this vintage motorcycle and trailer combination for sale on… more»

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