1964 Volkswagen 21-Window Bus Project

The Volkswagen Type 2 has several aliases, including Transporter, Kombi, Microbus, and just plain Bus. While they were popular with families and campers back in the day, the “Flower Power” children of the 1960s and 1970s were constantly seen… more»

Rosco’s Ride: 1977 Plymouth Fury

Many readers will have fond memories of the Dukes of Hazzard, a series that graced the small screen from 1979 to 1985. The star car was undoubtedly the General Lee, a 1969 Dodge Charger R/T driven by Bo and… more»

Legendary Street Racer: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T SE Hemi

As family heirlooms go, they don’t come much better than this 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T SE. Its specifications and optional equipment make it a genuine 1-of-1 classic, while its early life included a stint humbling lesser mortals in the… more»

Bill Mitchell Mystery Machine: 1980 Chevrolet Corvette

A handful of people can claim to be the fathers of Chevrolet’s Corvette.  While Zora Arkus Duntov has the most gravitas regarding that title, a good argument could be made for Bill Mitchell.  As Vice President of Design for… more»

Preserve or Restore? 1968 Ford Bronco

One of the challenges of the automotive world is determining which currently cheap and cheerful vehicles are likely to become future classics worthy of investment. Get the call right, and a pot of gold awaits the bold risk-takers. Get… more»

1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z with 25k Original Miles!

Some classics seem to tick all the right boxes for enthusiasts and potential buyers, which appears true with this 1989 Camaro IROC-Z. It possesses the most desirable drivetrain combination offered by Chevrolet that year, and it has clocked a… more»

Rare Welsh Classic: 1971 Gilbern Invader Mk II

When contemplating the centers of European sports car production during the 1960s and 1970s, Wales is not a country that springs instantly to mind. However, it was once home to a giant killer that produced some of that genre’s… more»

Rear-Wheel Drive: 1987 Chevrolet Caprice Classic

By 1987, a decade had passed and the platform for the then down-sized full-size Chevrolets was still in use. The Impala name had been replaced by a variety of iterations of the Caprice, with the Caprice Classic being the… more»

42K Mile: 1980 Cadillac Eldorado

Over the last 75 years, the Cadillac has stood for American luxury. Sometimes it has looked a little extravagant and sometimes a little overweight and underpowered but they were usually at the forefront of comfort, luxury and sometimes technology…. more»

Bodacious Beauty! 1960 Pontiac Bonneville

If you wanted to cruise around in style and luxury in 1960 – and had the budget for it – the Pontiac Bonneville convertible was one of your top options. These cars were in their second year with the… more»

Folding Beds and Racing Glory: 1951 Nash Ambassador

Throughout American automotive history, there have been some very out-of-the-mainstream automobiles.  Many of these were from so-called independent makes.  Independent means not one of the “Big Three.”  One of the most distinctively out-of-the-box automobiles after WWII was built by… more»

So Cal Personal Luxury: 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

There was once a huge segment of the automotive market that catered to the driver in a semi-luxurious way.  The personal luxury coupe segment was as hot as the SUV segment today, and no automaker was more aggressive in… more»

5,310 Miles and Showroom Perfect: 1979 Lincoln Mark V

If the past month on Barn Finds is any indication, it appears that seventies luxury cars in mint condition are falling out of the sky.  Every day it seems we profile a well-preserved vehicle from this very special, and… more»

49k Original Miles: 1968 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser

The demise of new domestically-produced Station Wagons means American buyers must turn their attention to classics to avoid climbing aboard a van or an SUV. This has seen values rise, but with no signs of the trend easing, the… more»

1-of-12: The Last 1971 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-2 Built!

Some classic cars are more equal than others. Rarity can set them apart, while mind-bending performance, extreme beauty, or unparalleled luxury can prove the defining characteristic. This 1971 Chevrolet Corvette falls flat on that last measure but emphatically ticks… more»

1956 Messerschmitt KR200 Convertible With 683 Original Miles!

There’s something undeniably cool about classic microcars. Unlike full-size vehicles, their manufacturers had to think more laterally to maximize space efficiency to make such cars a practical alternative to motorcycles…or walking. One of the more instantly recognizable variants is… more»

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