Though we all know the Karmann Ghia as a Volkswagen, Karmann was responsible for both the idea of a sporty VW and its design, with VW a reluctant participant. VW had trouble finding an owner/operator after WWII – the… more»
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Restoration or Restomod: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe
The classic market can be cyclical, and you only need to scroll through the pages of Barn Finds to gain clear insight. We will go for an extended period without seeing a single example of a particular vehicle, and… more»
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52K Miles and Just Surface Rust: 1967 Chevrolet C20
Second-generation Chevrolet trucks have always been a favorite of truck lovers and collectors. Their magnificent styling combined with a modern chassis made these trucks one of the most restored and customized vehicles in American history. Sadly, many of them… more»
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Edselchero?? 1959 Edsel Villager Pickup Conversion
I did a double take when I saw this one listed on eBay. What do you call this? A Villachero? An Edselchero? The seller says right out of the gate, “If you want to turn heads at your local… more»
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Two Owners: 1971 Datsun 240Z
The Datsun 240Z was one of the best things to happen to the sports car genre since the MGB. It hit the trifecta: it was pretty, powerful, and affordable. Introduced in 1969, Datsun’s new car had fully independent suspension,… more»
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Rare Ford-powered 1935 Auburn Boattail Speedster Replica
“What is it?” “Is it real?” Questions the new owner of this car will invariably get whenever they stop for gas. Is it real? It wasn’t built in 1935 by Auburn, but it’s a real car that looks almost… more»
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409 Tri-Power? 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air
When a seller mentions that he doesn’t know cars, sometimes that can be advantageous for a buyer or vice-versa. But even with the owner’s perceived lack of knowledge about this 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air for sale here on eBay,… more»
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BF Auction: 1969 Toyota Corona with Rare Options
It would be fair to say that early post-war Japanese passenger cars were not the greatest in automotive history. Companies like Datsun and Isuzu were on a steep learning curve, producing mildly re-engineered versions of models initially developed by… more»
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Original L76/4-Speed: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe
The seller is a master of understatement, describing this 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe as “a nice driver.” Many readers will view it as more than that because it is a desirable classic with no apparent needs. It… more»
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Stunning Interior: 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe
It is sometimes challenging to choose the greatest strength of some classics, which initially appears to be the case with this 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe. It presents nicely, is in sound mechanical health, and is an unmolested driver. However,… more»
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Arizona Car: 1980 Volvo 240
Old Volvos have a loyal following, but the reasons among the enthusiasts that love them are multi-faceted. Some owners have had long-term family relationships with Volvos, purchased for their safety and durability. Others are fans of the model’s performance… more»
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Rare Turbo: 1980 Panther Lima Series 2
Depending on who you talk to, the late Robert Jankel was considered a lateral thinker whose mind never stopped working to solve the automotive world’s many problems. In contrast, others claim his ideas were too radical and impractical to… more»
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58k Original Miles: 1979 Chevrolet Corvette
Although Chevrolet had “softened” the C3 Corvette during the 1970s, it retained a strong following in the market. The 1979 model year demonstrated this, with the badge achieving record sales. Our feature car rolled off the line that year,… more»
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6k Mile 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
The General Motors G-Bodies were restyled for 1981, with the Buick Grand National first going into production the following year and understandably getting most of the gearhead fanfare from the bunch until its demise in 1987. But the Chevrolet… more»
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No Reserve 4×4: 1994 Ford Bronco
As the enthusiast vehicle market continues to go through a bit of a correction, the upside for most of us is that reasonable prices and expectations are coming back into the hobby. A few years ago, I would have… more»
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Unfinished Driver Project: 1930 Ford Model A Roadster
Some cars simply can’t help but be cool. They might not instantly spring to mind on anyone’s “Top 10” list, but they possess an indefinable aura that guarantees they will attract attention. Such is the case with this 1930… more»
