While cars from the seventies get a bad rap, it is good to see that collectors are starting to notice them, and good examples are popping up left and right. Speed and fuel mileage were not the selling points… more»
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Jan 2, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
43k Miles: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Buying a classic Convertible in the depths of winter may seem odd, but sometimes, we must strike while the iron is hot. This 1973 Corvette presents such an opportunity, and there is much to like about this survivor. It… more»
Jan 2, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
It’s All There: 1970 Volvo 1800E Project
I must admit it, I’ve never been a big Volvo fan. Sure, their durability and safety-enhanced designs are part of their justly deserved legacy – they just, ah, seem a bit boring. Except, however, the 1800 series such as… more»
Jan 2, 2024 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Custom Touches: 1975 Cadillac Fleetwood Talisman
Beauty, it is said, is in the eye of the beholder. That is undoubtedly true in the automotive world. A vehicle that leaves some feeling cold and unengaged will be the car of another’s desire. That brings us to… more»
Jan 2, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Older Shelby Tribute: 1966 Ford Mustang GT
A lot of iconic cars debuted in the 1960s. The Pontiac GTO and the Plymouth Road Runner are two that come to mind. But at the top of the list would probably be the Ford Mustang, selling nearly 1.3… more»
Jan 2, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
One Prior Owner: 1956 Chevrolet 210
Given that nearly five million of the “Tri-Five” Chevrolets were built in 1955-57, quite a few are still out there today. In the middle year, 1956, the 210 2-door sedan was the third most popular model/body style at more… more»
Jan 2, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
530 Horsepower 440: 1974 Plymouth ‘Cuda
The third-generation Plymouth Barracuda is a good example of how just a few short years could take its toll on a fine automobile in the early to mid-seventies, and while numerous other cars suffered a similar fate in the… more»
Jan 2, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Dust For Free: Barn Find 1977 Jaguar XJ6C
The XJ series was the pinnacle of Jaguar’s touring models, with a cabin to rival the most luxurious of living rooms. Spacious, and saturated with leather, wool, and wood, these sedans arrived in 1974 to take the place of… more»
Jan 1, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Two Owners, Always Garaged: 1978 Volvo 245 DL Wagon
For people who live above the snow belt, choosing a vehicle means making concessions to the weather. Not only does your vehicle have to be well constructed and rustproofed with wild abandon, but the car also has to be… more»
Jan 1, 2024 • For Sale • 61 Comments
The Ultimate In Luxury? 1973 Imperial LeBaron
Longer than a new Chevy Suburban (!) but miles ahead of it in sleek coolness, the next owner of this 1973 Imperial LeBaron will be turning heads every single time they drive it. The seller has this triple-black luxury… more»
Jan 1, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
52 Years of Entombment: 1959 MGA 1600
When MG went from their full-fendered but charming MG TF to the gorgeous but more modern MGA, the difference was striking. Decades later, enthusiasts are still on the hunt for a solid example to drive and enjoy. If you… more»
Jan 1, 2024 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Update: 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire
UPDATE 01/01/2024: The New Year has hardly begun, and we are confronted with a classic that, on the face of it, appears to be a relist following a non-paying buyer. We previously saw this 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire in November… more»
Jan 1, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Modifications Already Done: 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite
Earlier this week I wrote a story about a rough but solid 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite that struck a chord with fans of these simple, honest sports cars. There is just something about a sports car that provides everything you… more»
Jan 1, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
1963 Ford F-100 W/ 292 V8, EFI, and AC!
Ford’s Unibody, or integrated body, pickups stole the thunder for 1963 as they were discontinued halfway through that model year due to reports of body flexing. Ford still offered its regular cab-and-bed pickups right through that three-year experiment, such… more»
Jan 1, 2024 • For Sale • 42 Comments
Not Sure If Serious: 1999 Rolls Royce Silver Dawn
Ever seen that meme where The Joker from The Dark Knight movie is looking at an older gentleman (who was actually played by Senator Patrick Leahy in the movie) quizzically? Underneath are the words “Not sure if serious.” This… more»
Jan 1, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Driver-Quality Slant-Six: 1967 Dodge Dart GT
Chrysler redesigned its compact cars for 1967, giving the Dodge Dart and Plymouth Valiant new leases on life. That iteration would prove quite popular and remain in production through 1976. The GT was the sporty version of the Dart… more»
