Ford had an interesting idea in 1957: take a 2-door station wagon and turn it into a pickup truck. And that’s what they did and called it the Ranchero. The utility coupe – or “Ute” as they’re sometimes referred… more»
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Jan 25, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
27k Mile Barn Find: 1976 Chevrolet Impala
By the mid-1970s, the full-size Chevrolets had grown to become some of the largest automobiles produced by General Motors. A downsizing would come along in 1977 that “rightsized” the cars with less bulk and weight for better fuel economy,… more»
Jan 25, 2024 • For Sale • 42 Comments
Lots Of Flare: 1973 AMC Gremlin
Appearing to be wearing AMC Eagle fender flares on the rear wheels and an unusual paint scheme on the driver’s door above the handle, this 1973 AMC Gremlin has a unique look, to say the least. Not to mention,… more»
Jan 25, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Incredible Interior! 1979 International Scout II
Not only is this 1979 International Scout II wearing its original paint – albeit faded and in need of some bodywork underneath parts of it – this 4×4 has one of the amazing and flashiest original and almost-perfect interiors… more»
Jan 25, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Original Paint: 1970 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
After a successful first three years, the Pontiac Firebird (which shared its platform with the Chevy Camaro) got redesigned in 1970. This resulted in a sleeker-looking automobile whose new looks would carry it through 1981. Production numbers for the… more»
Jan 25, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Fancy Miata? 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster
That may not be a fair title, comparing this 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster to a Mazda Miata, either for Miata fans or BMW fans. Mazda regenerated interest in small two-seat roadsters with its Miata, the best-selling convertible two-seat sports… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 55 Comments
German-Built Coupe: 1959 Borgward Isabella
One of the lesser-remembered German automobile manufacturers of the 1950s was Borgward Gmbh. Based in Bremen, the outfit was in business from 1954 to 1962 and competed with the likes of BMW and Mercedes. One of the nifty cars… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Hay Barn Find: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette Project
Although the Corvette remained in its first-generation state through 1962, some changes and modernization were taking place as the fifties decade progressed including a new body style in 1956 and an upgraded nose in 1958 that featured quad headlights,… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Cashmere and Flame: 1981 Dodge D150
Great colors can make or break a classic car or truck, especially when all of the other “must have” details are right. In the case of this clean 1981 Dodge D150 pickup, the short-bed design and 318 V8 power… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
One Family Owned: 1990 Ford Bronco 4×4
There’s a formula out there for square body trucks that makes them damn near irresistible: two-tone paint, Centerline wheels, and near bone-stock condition. You put that together and you’ve got a perfect combination for a truck you’ll love to… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Owned Since ’79: 1956 Porsche 356A
If you’re going to a buy a car that was made over a few different generations, one of the better strategies I’ve seen is to buy the earliest example you can afford. My general rule of thumb is either… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Drop-Top Cruiser: 1970 Ford Mustang Convertible
The first-generation Mustang, which came out as a 1965 model on April 17th, 1964, went through several iterations before being phased out in favor the Mustang II in the 1974 model year. This 1970 Mustang convertible, shown here on… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Stunning Driver: 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix
Some classics tick all the boxes an enthusiast desires, offering a “complete” ownership experience. Such seems to be the case with this 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix. Finding anything to criticize about its presentation is virtually impossible, while the healthy… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Formula For Fun: 1972 Pontiac Firebird 455-HO
If you’re gonna restore a car, might as well do one that has max potential for value, and this 1972 Pontiac Firebird Formula 455=HO would seem to fill that bill nicely. The car is needy to be sure, but… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 38 Comments
European-Flair! 1976 Mercury Capri II Ghia
In the 1970s, Mercury dealers sold a sub-compact built by Ford of Europe. Named the Capri (later Capri II), the little car was akin to the early Ford Mustangs from the prior decade. It helped fill a product void… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Dry Climate Survivor: 1976 Cadillac Seville
The 1970s marked a shift in philosophy amongst American prestige car manufacturers. Companies like Mercedes-Benz and BMW proved that premium models did not have to be large land yachts to provide a luxurious ownership experience. Cadillac rose to the… more»
