Driver Quality Cars

Short Wheelbase Sedan: 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600

A few things in the car world have been constants since pretty much the dawn of the industry. Sports cars are fun, convertibles will always be cool, and big Mercedes-Benz sedans are often seen as the pinnacle of luxury…. more»

28k-Mile 4-Door Survivor: 1974 Ford LTD

The Ford LTD was born in 1965 as an extension of the Galaxie 500. The idea was to move part of Ford’s full-size line-up into the luxury car arena. The move was successful and the LTD was soon followed… more»

Left for Nine Years: 1952 MG TD

For some folks, cars are like potato chips.  One is simply never enough.  In the background of the pictures of this MG, you can see that it is surrounded by an eclectic assembly of antique, classic, and performance cars. … more»

4X4 Cop Car: 1983 Ford LTD Crown Victoria

For nearly 30 years, the Ford LTD Crown Victorias (and their variants) were popular choices for police work. They were durable, big cars that chased after a lot of bad buys in their day (the last of the rear-wheel… more»

“Drive It Home”: 1963 Imperial Crown

Ah, to be a fly on the wall in Chrysler Corporation’s styling department in the early 1960s, where asymmetrical and anachronistic sketches were immediately stamped “OK” and sent to the sculptors. OK, that’s an exaggeration, but there’s a refreshing… more»

Estoril Blue Coupe: 1999 BMW Z3 M Coupe

Just a few days ago, we featured a project-grade BMW Z3 M Coupe that went for peanuts on eBay. Much of that low price had to do with the fact that the car had been sitting for years in… more»

Short Wheelbase G-Wagon: 1986 Steyr-Puch 280GE

Does this short wheelbase 4×4 remind you of a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon? Well, that’s because they are one in the same. The Steyr-Puch 280GE is a version of the truck that has become a high-end SUV used more for commuting… more»

29k Original Miles: 2000 Pontiac Trans Am WS6

It was only a few years ago that it was hard to classify any cars produced at the turn of the century as genuine classics. However, when a vehicle is inherently desirable, and the manufacturer is a distant memory,… more»

408 Stroker: 1970 Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda

Homologation vehicles are nothing new as manufacturers seek what is often termed “the unfair advantage” in motorsport. They are less common today but were popular in the late 1960s and 1970s as companies sought a competitive edge in the… more»

Original Paint: 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT

Some classics are what I refer to as a “swings and roundabouts” proposition, as demonstrated by this 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT. It has spent its life in a dry climate that has protected its steel but has taken… more»

Nice Rag Top Project: 1971 Dodge Challenger

The Dodge Challenger was the last player to join the “pony car” movement – a full five years after the Ford Mustang stirred things up. The car was only in production for five years (1970 to 1974) before Chrysler… more»

Only 3,400 Miles! 1986 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z

In the mid-1980s, Chevrolet introduced the IROC-Z, an option on the Camaro Z28. The car took advantage of the manufacturer’s association with the International Race of Champions, hence the IROC name. The 1986 edition would be the most popular… more»

12k-Mile Survivor? 1980 Ford Fairmont Futura

If you were building a Top 10 list of collectible automobiles, would the Ford Fairmont make that list? No, I didn’t think so. Built from 1978 to 1983, it was the successor to the popular Maverick and sold well… more»

No Reserve: 1956 Ford Thunderbird

One of the keys to life is having something to look forward to, whether it’s next week, next year, or some indeterminate date down the line. Well, I fantasize about the day when cars I’ve long admired will become… more»

Rebuilt 455: 1975 Pontiac Trans Am

Despite the 455 being near the end of its lifespan in the Pontiac Trans Am by 1975, it wasn’t quite there yet, with the 7.5-liter displacement option still holding on for one additional year before becoming history at the… more»

Rare Diesel Taxi: 1959 Plymouth Savoy

In the late 1950s, the Savoy was the entry-level model in the full-size Plymouth line-up, positioned like the Chevy Biscayne or Bel Air. They were popular for fleet purchases as basic transportation and many served as taxicabs. This 1959… more»

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