Driver Quality Cars

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»

455/4-Speed: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am

The 1976 model year was the end of an era for the Pontiac Trans Am. Few realized at the time, but it would be the last where buyers could order these classics with a legendary 455ci V8 under the… more»

Meyer Half Cab! 1973 Jeep CJ-5

Is there anything a vintage Jeep can’t do? Well, ok, they’re not a wonderful highway ride, but besides that! The ‘Civilian Jeep” crept onto the scene in 1942, when the US Department of Agriculture pitted a jeep against a… more»

Showroom Condition: 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 With 7,200 Original Miles!

If this 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 proves nothing else, it demonstrates that there are enthusiasts out there with better self-control than I will ever possess. If this classic belonged to me, I would slip behind the wheel at every… more»

Beautiful Underdog: 1969 Porsche 912

When you are the little brother to one of the most iconic sports cars ever made, it is easy to be overlooked. But when you carefully consider the specs of the 912, you can’t help but wonder if this… more»

Stored 47 Years: Running 1940 Mercury Eight

Ford Motor Co. introduced a third range of automobiles in 1939, Mercury. It was sandwiched in between the more pedestrian Ford and the high-end Lincoln. The premiere model was the Mercury Eight, designated as such for its 239 cubic… more»

Bowtie Power? 1973 Jensen-Healey

OK, I’ll admit it, I’m a sucker for looks. A car could have a reputation of guano but if I like the visual, I’ll at least consider it. And that’s the case with the Jensen-Healey such as today’s 1973… more»

No Reserve: 1972 International Scout II

While International might not have crossed the stripe first with an American SUV, the Scout is certainly on the podium. And with a production span of nearly two decades and over 500,000 sold, it’s hard to argue with its… more»

Running Project: 1967 Volkswagen Beetle

Quiz: What auto manufacturer produced more than 21 million copies of essentially the same car for nearly 60 years in the 20th Century? Answer: Why, of course, Volkswagen was the builder, and the Type 1 or Beetle was the… more»

Top-Down Survivor: 1964 Pontiac Bonneville

Introduced in 1957, the Bonneville usually served as the Pontiac brand’s top-of-the-line car through the balance of the 20th Century. Riding on a wheelbase longer than the more pedestrian Catalina, the cars got a major facelift in 1963. As… more»

48k-Mile Original? 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS

“Move over, Ford Mustang” is probably what Chevrolet said in 1967 when they introduced the new Camaro to compete with it. And the Camaro quickly established itself as the second best-seller in the “pony car” segment at nearly 221,000… more»

BF Auction: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible

UPDATE – The seller has lowered their asking price! There is no feeling like slipping behind the wheel of a classic Convertible on a sunny day to experience all Mother Nature has to offer. Those feelings are accentuated when… more»

’70s Cool! 1970 El Lobo Dune Buggy

By the time 1970 rolled around, it was clear that two things would survive an atomic blast:  cockroaches and air-cooled Volkswagen Beetles. The indestructible little People’s Car became the underpinning for a variety of interesting kit cars and low-production… more»

Original L79/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

The styling of very few vehicles enjoys immediate global recognition, with the original Mini and Volkswagen Beetle notable inclusions to that list. No less worthy is Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette. It is fair to say that when the company released… more»

Close Enough? 1957 Porsche Speedster Replica

Kit cars, even after all these years, still seem to be the Rodney Dangerfield of automobiles.  They just don’t get no respect.  Is that a fair attitude to take?  The majority of them were built to replicate famous vehicles… more»

Upgraded V8: 1985 Ford Mustang GT

Fox-Body Mustangs have carved their niche in the classic market, with climbing values confirming that they are a firm favorite among enthusiasts. This 1985 example is a desirable GT derivative, and with its original V8 sporting some tasteful and… more»

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