During the Tri-Five era of Chevrolets, you could order a Delivery Sedan. It was a 2-door 150 station wagon with no side windows. My uncle had one of these for his bakery business, a 1957 hauler like the one… more»
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Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Fuel Injected 302: 1969 Ford Mustang
This 1969 Ford Mustang is a tidy driver with a few upgrades to improve its performance. Chief amongst these is a fuel injection system that should give this classic pony car more, er, ponies. It isn’t perfect, but it… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Former Patrol Car: 1958 Studebaker Champion
The Champion was often the “bread and butter” car in the Studebaker lineup and was in production from 1939 to 1958. In later years, it played second fiddle to the better-equipped Commander and President models. This 1958 Champion looks… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Very Well Preserved: 1957 Jaguar Mark I
Although the Jaguar Mark I has often been derided as a warm-up for the more advanced Mark II, it’s a darned good car in its own right. What we have here is a 1957 Jaguar Mark 1 Saloon (sedan)… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Iconic Original: 1970 Datsun 240Z
Ninety percent original paint. Kilimanjaro White color. The classic lines now being reinterpreted on a new car once more called the Z and shown at the LA Auto Show this year. That’s what you get for a current bid… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Cadillac for Model A Money: 1927 Cadillac 314
After a long trend of declining prices, Ford Model As are starting to bring good money again. While a Model A is a perfect car for those who want to dip their tow in antique automobile ownership, there are… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
European Traveler: 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 S
The Mercedes 220 S was in production from 1956 to 1959, replacing the similar 220 a. The cars were considered small, German-built luxury sedans, coupes, and convertibles powered by an inline-6 engine. This 1958 edition was a one-owner car… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Assortment of 1970s, 1980s and 1990s Vehicles
This collection is newer than most you find. Rather than focusing on the 1950s or the 1960s, this bunch is no older than 44 years. And as new as 24 years. There seems to be no rhyme or reason… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
1983 Volvo 240 DL is a 1,460-Mile Time Capsule
Interestingly, the boxy Volvos of the 1980s have gone from being just used cars, albeit reliable ones, to sought-after classics. That’s the case for this 1983 Volvo 240 DL in Bensenville, Illinois, with just 1,460 miles from new. The… more»
Final Year Model: 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio GLX
The Volkswagen Cabriolet is one of the more instantly recognizable nameplates among the German automaker’s lineup, with the droptop Rabbit and Beetle long-time fixtures in the convertible marketplace. By the time the MKIV generation of VW’s lineup rolled out,… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 4 Comments
No Reserve Roller: 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback Project
Based on just appearance alone, if I had to pick a favorite year for the Ford Mustang Fastback, 1969 would rate high as that small additional window on the side and the quad headlights sure work well from a… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 3 Comments
SPG Hot Hatch: 1991 Saab 900 Turbo
Ah, the 1991 Saab 900 SPG: one of the most iconic hot hatches of the 80s, and a model that has enjoyed a surprising amount of collector interest in recent years despite the brand going out of business. Usually,… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Drive And Show: 1964 Volkswagen Beetle
Who doesn’t love a VW Beetle? My family had one when I was in high school. I learned to drive on it. I’d love another one. What do you know? Todd K offers us this tip on a 1964… more»
Dec 22, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Last Minute Gift? Bird Corporation Go-Kart
We all know Christmas is fast approaching, and if you’re like me, there’s a lot of stuff you’d still like to buy for yourself because no one else will get it for you. That’s what Christmas is all about,… more»
Dec 22, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
The Last Cheap Ferrari? 1980 Ferrari 308 GT4
There are very few “good” values left in the vintage sports car world. Prices have almost uniformly blown up across the board with all of the exotic brands, so finding a reasonable point of entry for these thoroughbreds has… more»
Dec 22, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Abandoned Yard Find: 1957 Jaguar MKVIII
As we all know by now, Facebook Marketplace has become a potential treasure trove of project cars and trucks. If the barrier of listing on craigslist proved too challenging for some sellers, Facebook does make it ridiculously easy to… more»
