The idea of a convertible pickup truck is still one of the best concepts I’ve seen that has never been sufficiently replicated. Not only that, the Dodge Dakota convertible just looked good, like it captured summertime USA on four… more»
Driver Quality Cars
Slant 6 and Solid: 1972 Plymouth Duster
Although the Duster shared a chassis and other components with the Plymouth Valiant, its sporty styling proved a welcome addition to the brand’s lineup and a favorable entry for the compact market, which was becoming more popular when this… more»
Rebuilt Engine: 1996 Porsche 911
The Porsche 993-chassis 911 is one of the most sought-after air-cooled models on the planet, and it’s been this way for well over a decade. You really can’t touch these cars for under $80,000, which is why today’s example… more»
Cult Leader Owned: 1972 Rolls-Royce Corniche
There are people who love to say that all cars have stories, and to some extent, that’s true. Most stories, however, are pretty boring. Every now and again there is a significant story behind the car in question, and… more»
390 Tri-Power: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
The wheels are the first hint that this 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Sunliner Convertible might be more than a pretty face. Thankfully, they don’t flatter to deceive, because this beauty’s mechanical specifications are pretty special. The original motor has… more»
Affordable V8: 1966 Ford Ranchero
Affordability is often a genuine consideration when enthusiasts are searching for a classic to park in their garage. This 1966 Ford Ranchero ticks that box, with its lack of rust and the V8 under the hood adding to its… more»
WOOOOO! Ric Flair’s 1976 Cadillac Superfly Eldorado
I was lucky enough to grow up in the southern part of Virginia in the 60s and 70s. Saturday afternoons were reserved for one thing and one thing only: Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling. And in the 70s, there was no… more»
Rare 3-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Rarity claims must often be taken with a grain of salt, especially when they relate to some obscure option. However, when they revolve around a major drivetrain component, they are typically more credible. This 1968 Corvette Convertible is a… more»
BF Auction: 1931 Packard Model 840 DeLuxe Sedan
One of the “Three P’s” of luxury car manufacture, Packard (along with Pierce-Arrow and Peerless) was best described in one of the big hardcover collectible car books of my youth as a locomotive. Indeed, this 1931 (or, more accurately… more»
Handsome Hardtop: 1955 Olds 88 Holiday Coupe
If one were looking for an automobile to represent the record-setting sales year of 1955, then this Olds 88 Holiday Coupe checks all the boxes. A classic 50’s two-tone color combination (turquoise and white), tasteful styling – especially being… more»
Fresh Paint: 1973 AMC Javelin 360 V8
The Javelin was American Motors’ entry in the “pony car” market and was in production from 1968 to 1974. Only one major restyle was done in 1971, so the seller’s ’73 edition maintains the “eyebrows” over the front wheel… more»
V6 Transplant: 1977 Chevrolet Vega GT Wagon
When the Vega entered the marketplace as a fresh 1971 model, consumer demands were changing in the auto world, and the timing was excellent for the addition of an all-around economical offering to the Chevrolet lineup. More than 277,000… more»
Under 50K Miles: 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4
The Mitsubishi 3000GT is an iconic 90s sports car. It’s a bold statement to call a car iconic, but even though values haven’t been skyrocketing, it is instantly recognizable as peak 90s Japanese sports / GT car manufacturing, with… more»
4×4 Survivor: 1991 Mitsubishi Montero
There are vehicles that are enormously cool but with limited parts support that make you question the wisdom in preserving one long-term; I struggle with this challenge often with my 1989 Isuzu Trooper RS two-door. The truck itself is… more»
1275-Swapped 1960 Morris Minor Convertible
My parents took my wife and I on a tour of southern England back in 2009, and one of the big takeaways from the journey is that I am a sucker for Morris Minors. You don’t see them every… more»
Rebuilt/Refreshed: 1969 Dodge Dart Swinger 340
The Dodge Dart was a popular compact car in the late 1960s – except with younger buyers. So, in 1969, they took the 2-door hardtop, added the Swinger name to it, and went after that segment of the market…. more»
















