Over the last few years, we’ve seen a major shift in interest in 1980s and 1990s-era vehicles, most commonly seen at shows like Hagerty’s “Radwood” celebrations. The movement has cast a spotlight on cars and trucks that were simply… more»
Driver Quality Cars
Sep 11, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
High-End Driver: 1969 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 Fastback
There is no doubt that cars wearing the Shelby badge are among the most desirable of the First Generation Mustang range. That is true of this 1969 Shelby GT350, which makes a bold first impression. We see a few… more»
Sep 11, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
One Owner Project: 1969 Pontiac Le Mans Convertible
Sitting in this garage is a classic that could be an excellent project candidate for the right person. It is a one-owner 1968 Pontiac Le Mans Convertible that appears to be largely unmolested. It runs and drives, providing the… more»
Sep 11, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Swedish Hot Rod: V8-Equipped 1968 Volvo 122S
This 1968 Volvo 122S is a tidy classic that can be considered a genuine sleeper. These cars offered respectable performance off the showroom floor, but the V8 under this Volvo’s hood almost doubles the power available to the driver…. more»
Sep 10, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Fuel-Injected 383/4-Speed: No Reserve 1967 Plymouth Belvedere II
Some classics tick so many of the right boxes when they hit the market that it is almost impossible to know where to start. Take this 1967 Plymouth Belvedere II as a prime example. It presents superbly and is… more»
Sep 10, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Numbers-Matching: 1970 Pontiac GTO “The Judge”
The word “iconic” is probably one of the most overused in the classic world. However, few can better describe Pontiac’s GTO “The Judge.” It became a staple of the muscle car sector, and pristine examples invariably command plenty of… more»
Sep 10, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Six-Cylinder Redux: 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle
Last week I covered this 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu sedan. I thought it was noteworthy due to its extra doors and six-cylinder engine. Today, courtesy of Tony P., I’m going to serve up half of what was presented last… more»
Sep 10, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Cheap Top Down Fun: 1968 Chrysler Newport Convertible
I’m a big proponent of the 20-footer, the decent driver. If the starting cost is in the four-digit arena (not including spare change, of course), all the better. Since there’s a somewhat limited market for slightly-off-the-beaten path cruisers such… more»
Sep 10, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Greenwood Project: 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
America’s Sports Car, the Chevy Corvette, was in its 35th year of production in 1988 (they skipped 1983). Nearly 23,000 copies were built that year, with some of them customized by Greenwood Corvettes. Greenwood was founded by a pair… more»
Sep 10, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
V8 Plus Two Tops: 1973 Triumph Stag
The Triumph Stag was more than a sports car. It was a 2+2 touring machine in production from 1970 to 1978. Powered by a 3.0-liter V8 engine, it was stronger than many English-built cars of this nature. Sales numbers… more»
Sep 10, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Grand Prix White: 1988 Porsche 911
White-on-white is an iconic color scheme from the late 80s. Numerous makes and models utilized this color-matched combination to make special edition models stand out, from the Isuzu Impulse to the Pontiac Trans Am. In the case of Porsche,… more»
Sep 10, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Rare Coupe Utility: 1982 Ford Fairmont Durango
What’s a coupe utility? The single differentiator between this vehicle and a pickup is the integration of the front panel of the bed into the rear of the cockpit; pickup beds sit separate from the cabin. The first coupe… more»
Sep 9, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Running 440: No Reserve 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T
This 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T has led what could literally be described as a colorful life. Its story includes a color change from one desirable shade to another, but there is an opportunity for a new owner to reverse… more»
Sep 9, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Custom Coupe Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Impala
The Chevy Impala was one of the best-selling automobiles of the 1960s. In 1968, they added the Custom Coupe to the Impala roster. It used the formal roofline of the Caprice, joining the fastback in the lineup. So, you… more»
Sep 9, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Same Family Since the ’50s: 1941 Chevrolet Master Deluxe
From 1933 and 1942, the Master and Master Deluxe were the “bread and butter” cars of Chevrolet. They were joined later in the run by the Special Deluxe as a fancier family automobile. The war effort that began in… more»
Sep 9, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
One Owner Turbodiesel: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300SD
The premise of buying a car that has been looked after by one owner since new adds enormous appeal to any vintage car. In fact, it can transform an otherwise ordinary car into something special, and that’s certainly the… more»
