Hudson’s nameplate disappeared by 1957, so we tend to forget that the company invented numerous mechanical advancements now taken for granted, including the balanced crankshaft, dash warning lights, and dual brakes – a mechanical backup when hydraulic pedal travel… more»
Driver Quality Cars
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Care To Spend The Night? 1983 VW Vanagon Westfalia
I have a friend who has a camper in the family of this 1983 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia. His is an ’82, and he lives up a hill. It’s not a mountain, more like a hillock, and he can barely… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Rock-Solid Driver: 1973 Triumph GT6
This 1973 Triumph GT6 is a tidy classic that spent much of its life in a dry climate. That makes its rust-free status unsurprising. It presents nicely following a color change and interior retrim that lifts its appearance to… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
T-Top Muscle: 1971 Corvette Stingray
This car looks good at first glance, at least in the ad profile. The idea of a 1971 Corvette with only two owners entices. Who were these people? A young man-about-town who owned the car from new until the… more»
Sep 20, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Tidy Mach 1 Tribute: 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback
With values climbing for the 1970 Mustang Mach 1, some enthusiasts turn their attention to well-executed tribute vehicles as a more affordable option. That is the opportunity provided by this Mustang Fastback. It was refurbished to its current form… more»
Sep 20, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Which Motor? 1969 Pontiac GTO Convertible
Total originality is often a key selection criterion when assessing the relative worth of a desirable classic like this 1969 Pontiac GTO Convertible. The closer it is to its factory form, the better its long-term investment potential will typically… more»
Sep 20, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
A Trophy Winner! 1948 Buick Super Convertible
This one’s a looker! Of course, most cars from this era were, as opposed to jacked-up, homogenized blobosauruses that are commonplace today (yeah Buick, I’m talkin’ about you!) The seller claims this 1948 Super convertible is a “Trophy winner… more»
Sep 20, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Built in the USA: 2000 BMW M-Series Z3
The Z3 was a 2-seat sports car built in the U.S. (Greer, South Carolina) by BMW (1995 to 2002). While coupes and roadsters were offered, 93% of sales were for drop-top versions like the seller’s car. With less than… more»
Sep 20, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
500 Horsepower! 1971 Plymouth Road Runner
Hiding in this garage is a 1971 Plymouth Road Runner that is anything but average. It would have offered respectable performance in its original form, but the seller has transformed it into a classic that doesn’t ask for respect…it… more»
Sep 20, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Original 428 SCJ Drag Pack: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Few people knew at the time, but the release of the 1969 Mustang Mach 1 would lead to the demise of the badge’s GT derivative. Previously acknowledged as the performance variant, the GT could barely muster 7.5% of the… more»
Sep 20, 2024 • For Sale • 2 Comments
No Reserve Driver: 1966 Ford Bronco
This 1966 Ford Bronco isn’t totally original, but it is a strong candidate for anyone seeking a tidy classic that can take them deep into the wilderness. The seller added a full top to accommodate a rear seat but… more»
Sep 19, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Squeaky Clean Muscle Car: 1968 Oldsmobile 4-4-2
Oldsmobile was one of the first to join Pontiac in the mid-size muscle car movement. Similar to the GTO, the 4-4-2 (aka 442) initially was an acronym for a 4-barrel carburetor, a 4-speed manual transmission, and dual exhaust. The… more»
Sep 19, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
440 Six-Pack: 1970 Plymouth Superbird
There have been many thousands of pages written about the 1970 Plymouth Superbird, a homologation special for NASCAR competition. However, I am sure if you scroll through those articles, you will struggle to find the word “subtle” used to… more»
Sep 19, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
No Reserve: 1985 Ford F250 XL 4×4
Locating an affordable and seemingly straightforward project candidate can be challenging, especially if the target vehicle type is a classic Pickup. This 1985 Ford F250 XL 4×4 might be the ideal choice. Its exterior looks tired, but with no… more»
Sep 19, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Rust-Free Barn Find: 1962 Ford Thunderbird
Unibody T-Birds, especially hardtops, are undervalued. I can say that because I own one and I’d never be able to sell it for the amount of money I’ve peeled off in my efforts to make it a reliable driver…. more»
Sep 19, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
No Reserve 2nd Owner: 1988 Jeep Wrangler
Two observations regarding Jeep’s iconic Wrangler. First, they have incredible staying power, seeming to be consistently popular and maintaining a solid resale. The second? I’ve lost track of the number of people, including a family member, who have bought… more»
