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»
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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»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
“Spring Special” Edition! 1958 Dodge Coronet Royal Lancer
Chrysler set the U.S. auto industry on its ear in 1957 with its “Forward Look” styling across all its divisions. These cars were more futuristic in appearance compared to what some of the competition was peddling. Given the radical… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Big Block 4-Speed! 1964 Dodge Polara 500
Last week I wrote a post for a 1964 Plymouth Fury, and in it, I made reference to Plymouth’s corporate sibling, Dodge. Well, today for your review, I have a 1964 Dodge Polara 500 subject topic, Dodge’s version of… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Original 360/4-Speed: 1971 Ford F-250 Ranger Highboy
Dry-climate classics will typically attract plenty of attention when they hit the market, especially when the vehicle is a solid Pickup. However, there are exceptions to every rule, as demonstrated by this 1971 Ford F-250 Ranger Highboy. It has… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Cool Cruiser: 1975 Chevy Caprice Convertible
My dad almost bought a car this cool once, but in the end, we found ourselves in a 1977 (I think it was) brown Chevrolet Impala wagon. That was followed by a Caprice Estate, which at least had the… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Put An LS In It! 1983 Buick Regal Wagon
As I’m sure you all know, old or older station wagons have really gained in popularity over the last ten years or so. I’m sure there are many reasons such as their virtual disappearance from the domestic auto scene,… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Possible Pennant Blue Project: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
The very first three years of the Corvette’s life were touch and go. Only 300 of these hand-built vehicles were assembled the first year on a makeshift assembly line in Flint, Michigan, with most going to dignitaries. Chevrolet moved… more»
Jan 24, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Continental Kit Addition! 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
The 1974 model year was not a good one for the U.S. auto industry. Buyers were moving from gas-guzzling land yachts to fuel-sipping compacts due to sticker shock at the gas pump. The OPEC oil embargo arrived in the… more»
Jan 23, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
On Or Off Road Fun: 1978 VW The Thing Baja
The Volkswagen Thing has roots going back to the West German Army before it became available for civilian purchase back in 1968, and it’s truly one of those vehicles that sort of defies description, in written words anyway. But… more»
Jan 23, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
One of 104: 1963 Mercedes 190SL
Here we have what appears to be a very solid-driving example of the Mercedes-Benz 190SL, a car that has enjoyed a precipitous price rise in recent years. It’s a very late 1963 model on Craigslist in Manhattan, though the… more»
Jan 23, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Solid 1922 Dodge Brothers Pickup
I’ve never understood people who own cars and trucks whose engines turn over, and yet they blithely declare, “I never tried to get it running.” Why not exactly? Admittedly, this 1922 Dodge pickup, on eBay in Pittsfield, Massachusetts with… more»
Jan 23, 2024 • For Sale • 38 Comments
Oklahoma Farm Find: 1965 Datsun L320 Pickup
When I think of a farm or ranch in Oklahoma and what pickup could be hidden there, I think of Ford or Chevy as most people would. After all, it’s a rugged state filled with rugged people doing rugged… more»
Jan 23, 2024 • For Sale • 32 Comments
No Reserve Winter Machine: 1972 Tucker Sno-Cat
The need for heavy-duty equipment depends heavily on where you live and how much space you have. Recently, I was committed to buying a Japanese-market Mitsubishi dump truck when I realized that living with the thing would immediately suck… more»
Jan 23, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
PreWar Project: 1934 Hupmobile Model K421 Sedan
Anyone know the first production car company to hire Raymond Loewy’s design studio, and when? If you guessed Hupp Motor Car Company in 1932, you are correct. Unfortunately, when Hupp hired Loewy, it dedicated its shoestring budget to upgrading… more»
Jan 23, 2024 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Catalina Custom Coupe! 1955 Pontiac Star Chief
The Pontiac Star Chief was big brother to the Chieftain, and later little brother to the Bonneville. Riding on a slightly longer wheelbase than the former (by two inches), this 1955 Star Chief Catalina Coupe is an attractive vehicle…. more»
