The Corvair debuted in 1960 as Chevrolet’s first compact car. It followed along the lines of the Volkswagen Beetle with its rear-mounted, air-cooled engine. The car would prove popular at first, but demand faded around the middle of the… more»
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Sep 4, 2024 • For Sale • 40 Comments
Hemi Orange Hot Rod: 1972 Plymouth Duster 340
As insurance premiums for muscle cars rose in the late 1960s, manufacturers started to shift consumers to smaller products with lower displacement engines. An automobile like the Plymouth Duster 340 could be as potent as a Chevelle 396 in… more»
Sep 4, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
550cc Turbo! 1988 Suzuki Jimny 4×4
Fresh off the boat, this recently imported Japanese market 4×4 seeks a new owner in America. The right-hand-drive 1988 Suzuki Jimny Turbo 4×4 looks museum-ready in most regards. Own the only one on your block (or car show)! America… more»
Sep 4, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Numbers Matching: 1978 Chevrolet Camaro RS
The Chevy Camaro had a banner sales year in 1978, crushing the Ford Mustang for one of the few times that would happen. The Mustang was still a subcompact having its roots tied to the Ford Pinto. The Camaro’s… more»
Sep 4, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Solid Tri-Power Project: 1965 Pontiac GTO
A Pontiac GTO is often near the top of the list of those searching for a vintage GM muscle car to take on as a project, and this 1965 model sure seems to tick a lot of the right… more»
Sep 4, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
No Reserve! 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280C
Mercedes-Benz introduced the W114/115 as a replacement for its “Fintail” series in 1968 and subsequently manufactured a veritable tide of these handsome sedans. Almost 2 million were sold over nine years of production. With sheet metal designed by Paul… more»
Sep 4, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Original Survivor: 1966 Ford Bronco
Some classics genuinely surprise me, and such is the case with this 1966 Ford Bronco. It is a dry-climate survivor that hasn’t been cut or modified. It lacks the rust issues that are often a hallmark of First Generation… more»
Sep 4, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Chevy-Powered: 1956 Austin-Healey 100-4 BN2
The most common criticism leveled against classic British sports cars is a lack of outright performance. The drivetrains for these vehicles were often sourced from humble production cars, meaning high horsepower figures weren’t often achieved. However, this 1956 Austin-Healey… more»
Sep 3, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
No Reserve: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am With an SD-455?
The seller claims that this 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is a former show car. It has undergone a few significant changes during its life, including a color change and an update to the engine under the hood. It is… more»
Sep 3, 2024 • For Sale • 2 Comments
Lots of New Parts: No Reserve 1969 Ford Sport Bronco
It is quite common to find an enthusiast who commences a restoration only to decide they have too many projects to tackle. Such is the case with this 1969 Ford Sport Bronco. The seller has attended to most of… more»
Sep 3, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Restored Minus Paint: 1968 Pontiac Firebird
About 30 years ago, my uncle had a faded red ’68 Firebird. I’m not sure I ever saw it move under its own power, but I was sure sad when he let it go. Ever since then, I’ve been… more»
Sep 3, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Crew Cab Six Banger – 1971 Chevrolet Malibu
“Another 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu? Yup! This one’s got four doors. Oh, OK, that’s something different.” And yes, it is an unusual discovery as I couldn’t find another, with the same body configuration, that has been reviewed here on… more»
Sep 3, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Custom Front End: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
Based on sales for the first three years, it would have been no surprise if Chevrolet had canceled the Corvette after 1955. But, fortunately, they didn’t, and “America’s Sports Car” would eventually flourish and is still going strong today… more»
Sep 3, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Rare Convertible: 1985 Capri ASC/McLaren
When is a Fox body not a Mustang? When it’s a Mercury Capri, specifically the second generation Capri sold starting in 1979. With manufacturing repatriated to the US (the first Capris were captive imports made by Ford Europe and… more»
Sep 2, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
A Pair of Estate ‘Birds: 1955 and 1956 Ford Thunderbirds
Here, for your consideration, are two classic Ford Thunderbirds from the same estate that are being auctioned. One is a Thunderbird Blue 1955 that is located in Lancaster, Ohio, the other is a Fiesta Red 1956 and located about… more»
Sep 2, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
1 of 442: 1987 Pontiac Firebird Pro/Am
The Firebird was Pontiac’s gateway into the lucrative “pony car” market. Introduced in 1967, it enjoyed a 35-year run. The third generation was produced from 1982 to 1992 and included a limited number of Pro/Am conversions made by Choo… more»
