Pontiac surprised itself in 1964 by selling 32,450 GTOs in its first outing (when the expectation was 5,000). Some of the rarest are the Royal Bobcats built by Royal Pontiac, a dealer in Royal Oak, Michigan. It was a… more»
Driver Quality Cars
Running Project: 1963 Studebaker Cruiser
Studebaker was largely known for building and selling “sensible” automobiles in the 1950s and 1960s, though a few shining stars appeared throughout. Like the 1962-64 Gran Turismo and the 1963-64 Avanti. The Lark debuted in 1959 as a compact… more»
Cold War Tough: 1953 Dodge M37 Pickup
For most Americans, the Cold War was something they had read about in history books. However, for those who lived through this turbulent and fretful period, the idea of war with the Soviet Union was always one incident away… more»
Original 396 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS
Chevrolet introduced its Fourth Gen Impala in ’65 and continued production for 5 years. The cars underwent a facelift and some design shifts, all resulting in a very appealing platform. This 1966 Chevrolet Impala is a luxury classic with… more»
1 of 1 Road Runner Clone: 1970 Plymouth Satellite
The Plymouth Road Runner was in its third year in 1970. Though still popular, sales were off in anticipation of a redesign in 1971. Companion to the Road Runner was the Satellite, more of a family car with a… more»
54k-Mile 1951 Lincoln Lido
I apologize if I’ve introduced an earworm by presenting this 1951 Lincoln Lido. Even today, almost 50 years after its release, “Lido Shuffle” by Boz Scaggs will get stuck in your head if you let it. But why Lido? From… more»
Stunning 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass S W31
Enthusiasts seeking a spotless and desirable classic acknowledge that they will almost inevitably have to pay a premium to park the car of their dreams in their garage. Such is the case with this 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass S W31…. more»
Built in Brazil: 1977 Bianco S
After WWII left wide swaths of Europe in tatters, a certain young man despaired of finding opportunity in his homeland of Italy. He decamped for Brazil. His name was Ottorino Bianco and he was only in his twenties. A… more»
Older Restoration: 1959 Plymouth Belvedere
This 1959 Plymouth Belvedere underwent a restoration approximately thirty years ago. The seller feels it deserves a repeat performance, although its respectable presentation and lack of significant rust means that the work could proceed at the buyer’s leisure. It… more»
Mostly Restored Wedge: 1986 TVR 280i
The TVR 280i, also known as the Tasmin, is not an uncommon sight around these parts despite being a limited-production model that is reserved for a select group of enthusiast owners. The wedge-shaped profile and Cologne-V6 power make it… more»
Frame-Off Restoration: 1964 Pontiac Bonneville
Hiding in this garage is a classic that is ideal for someone who simply wants to slip behind the wheel and drive off into the sunset. It is a 1964 Pontiac Bonneville, and what sets it apart is that… more»
Dale Earnhardt Movie Car: 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
It’s hard to believe that it’s been 24 years since NASCAR icon Dale Earnhardt died on the last lap of the 2001 Daytona 500. With seven championships and 76 wins at the circuit’s top level, Dale had scores of… more»
Parked 40 Years: 1960 Buick Invicta Hardtop
Buick fell on some tough times after their astounding success of the early-to-mid 1950s; by 1960, when this Invicta Hardtop was built, they ranked ninth in sales in the United States, the lowest they’d been since 1905. It wasn’t… more»
Rebuilt Powertrain: 1966 Rambler Classic
From 1961 to 1966, the Classic was American Motor’s mid-range product, sandwiched between the American and Ambassador lines. Sill using the Rambler moniker in 1966, the Classic was akin to the Chevrolet Chevelle and Ford Fairlane. This station wagon,… more»
343/4-Speed: 1968 AMC AMX Go Package
Like many models from this manufacturer, AMC’s AMX spent a considerable period in the automotive wilderness. However, with values climbing faster than the market average, now could be the ideal to park one in your garage as a future… more»
















