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440 Upgrade: 1965 Dodge Coronet 500

Most readers will agree that you can never have enough power. This beautifully refurbished 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 should deliver, featuring an upgraded 440ci V8 under the hood. The seller was meticulous, and this slice of Mopar muscle has… more»

1 of 216: 1982 Buick Regal Grand National

The Grand National debuted in 1982 as largely cosmetic trim on the Buick Regal. Unlike later editions, which were all finished in black, these early GNs were painted in silver and gray, and only 216 (some sources say 215)… more»

Mad Tri-Five: 1957 Chevrolet Nomad

In 1954, Harley Earl, GM’s head stylist, envisioned a Nomad concept car as a successor to the successful Corvette sports car. The “Dream Car” featured a Corvette front end and a two-door wagon body. This design was very different… more»

Rare 1977 Pontiac Can Am

As a big fan of 1970s Colonnade cars, I loved the Pontiac LeMans model, and early in my collecting days, I owned a 1977 example. My LeMans was powered, or I should say underpowered, by a 231 V6. The engine… more»

California Flathead Convertible: 1948 Mercury Eight

Mercury offered buyers Ford familiarity but with a little more size and style. It also offered features you didn’t typically find on a budget friendly Ford. Take this 1948 Mercury Eight Club Convertible that spent most of its life… more»

Fun In The Sun! 1970 Bremen Maxi Taxi

Some would say that this Volkswagen Beetle-based kit car looks like a cartoonish Model T Ford. Honestly, I think it has a look all its own, albeit a bit cartoonish; it looks like a whole lot of fun! The… more»

Nicely Upgraded Driver: 1975 Porsche 914 2.0

No matter the car, enthusiasts will always find shortcomings in the engineers’ design. Whether it’s American muscle or a sports model from Europe, we can absolutely love a particular make or model but still find ways to improve it…. more»

No Reserve: Jeremy Clarkson’s 1982 Lancia Montecarlo Spider

Top Gear UK was a juggernaut, vastly exceeding the broadcaster’s viewing projections. Each episode drew a worldwide audience of 300 million, making it the most successful automotive show in television history. When the BBC decided not to renew Jeremy… more»

Projects or Parts? Trio of 1970s Plymouth Satellites

The Satellite arrived in 1965 as the top series in the mid-size Plymouth line-up previously dominated by the Belvedere. The cars were redesigned in 1971, and Sebring and Sebring Plus became the leading Satellite models. The seller has a… more»

Rockin’ the Retro: 1962 Shasta Astrodome Trailer

While well-seasoned trailer travelers may know Shasta products, the brand seems a bit more elusive than some others, and this 1962 Astrodome undoubtedly has the coolest interior of any pull-along motel I’ve seen in a while.  The outside isn’t… more»

Carbureted Four-Eyed Pony: 1985 Ford Mustang GT

A carbureted 5.0-liter V8, a five-speed manual, and 23,751 miles showing on the odometer. That combination should catch the eye of any Fox-body Mustang fan. This black 1985 Ford Mustang GT is listed for $29,950 on Craigslist in Plant… more»

Last Task Force: 1959 Chevrolet Apache Suburban

In 1959, Chevrolet’s Task Force trucks were in their final year of production, and this Apache Suburban Carryall has the kind of look that gets an old-truck guy’s attention. Finished in turquoise and white, with red steel wheels and… more»

5-Window Driver: 1939 Ford Standard Coupe

Ford’s 1939 Standard Coupe combined aerodynamic styling with affordability. Its sporty, two-door streamlined body style, with teardrop headlights and an Art Deco front grille, was accentuated by a distinctive 5-window configuration. The 5-window setup got its name from five… more»

One Family Owned: 1967 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

I like a good mystery as much as anyone, but most buyers want to be sure they are getting what they pay for when they park a classic in their garage. That brings us to this 1967 Ford Mustang… more»

Drop-Top GS: 1970 Buick Skylark Convertible

My family has a long connection with Buicks. I have a photo of myself as a baby being held up by my mother, looking out the window of my father’s 1955 Buick 4-door Special. When I was a bit… more»

Quirky Japanese: 2000 Mitsuoka Viewt

Japanese vehicle manufacturers often march to the beat of a different drummer. Take Mitsuoka as a prime example. It produces retro-style vehicles that resemble some of the most significant models in automotive history. Its most successful model is the… more»