Chevrolet gave its popular compact the Chevy II a facelift in 1966 and sales improved by more than 50,000 units. And the Nova Super Sport could be had with some power under the hood, like the 275 hp 327… more»
Driver Quality Cars
• Auctions • 22 Comments
BF Auction: 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
Oldsmobile may be gone, but it certainly isn’t forgotten. It produced some memorable vehicles that offered performance but were capable of providing customers with a luxurious motoring experience. Nowhere is that more evident than with this 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora…. more»
• For Sale • 13 Comments
Wrecked 30 Years Ago: 1979 Renault 17 Gordini
The calendar year 1979 might be an eventful one in Renault’s history books. That’s the last year they built the 17 Gordini, a sports coupe, and the year they began buying up interest in American Motors. We mention this… more»
• For Sale • 18 Comments
Same Owner Since New: 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
General Motors will step outside of its comfort zone from time to time and introduce a product different than the others in its portfolio. One example is the 1960 Chevy Corvair with its rear-mounted, air-cooled engine. Another is the… more»
• For Sale • 26 Comments
34k Original Miles: 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix
Enthusiasts often seek classic cars with a known ownership experience because they provide a level of assurance often not found with other vehicles. The car becomes more attractive if it features an extraordinarily low odometer reading, and this 1979… more»
• For Sale • 17 Comments
16k Mile Survivor: 1972 Oldsmobile Delta 88
The 88 (aka Eighty-Eight) was a journeyman car for Oldsmobile, included in the lineup from 1949 to 1999. It carried several pre-fixes, such as Dynamic, Deluxe, Super, Rocket, Jetstar, Delmont, and Delta. The latter was perhaps used most often,… more»
• For Sale • 40 Comments
Shipping Damage: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette 454 V8
The ’72 Corvettes were almost unchanged from the ‘71s, yet Chevrolet saw a sales increase of 24%. Perhaps buyers were concerned that future Corvettes would be further detuned given the status of increasing emissions controls. This ’72 ‘Vette has… more»
• For Sale • 20 Comments
2008 Mini Cooper S JCW Convertible
Some names become inextricably linked to a particular badge as the reputations of the vehicles they touch grow in stature with each passing year. You only need to mention Carroll Shelby, and the thoughts of most enthusiasts will turn… more»
• For Sale • 10 Comments
Mid-Engine Magic: 1987 Toyota MR2 Sunroof Coupe
In the 1970s, with the advent of the Porsche 914, the Fiat X 1/9, and their more exotic brethren including the Pantera and the Countach, the path to a successful mid-engined design was becoming well-trod. Meanwhile, Japanese car makers… more»
• For Sale • 17 Comments
350/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
Originality is often a major consideration for enthusiasts seeking a classic to park in their garage. However, it doesn’t need to be everything if that person seeks a car that offers a stress-free ownership experience. That brings us to… more»
• For Sale • 13 Comments
Beat-Up Bandit: 1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am SE
Trans Ams are popular, and Bandit T/As are even more so, especially for 1970s movie fans. That makes this 1977 Pontiac Trans Am appear to be a desirable buy. But before you raise your bidder’s paddle, be sure of… more»
• For Sale • 53 Comments
Rare Split Window! 1952 Volkswagen Beetle
The VW Type 1 (aka Beetle) was one of the most tenured names in automobile history, with more than 21 million copies assembled from 1939 to 2003. For the first dozen or so years, the Beetle used a split… more»
• For Sale • 13 Comments
460 V8-Powered 1983 Ford F250 XL 4×4
Finding an effective tow vehicle that doesn’t break the bank can be challenging, but this 1983 Ford F250 4×4 could be an ideal candidate. It ticks many of the boxes buyers find attractive, including tidy presentation and a healthy… more»
• For Sale • 14 Comments
$100 Million Look: 1955 Dodge Royal Lancer
As the 1950s rolled along, Chrysler Corp. was infused with fresh capital (thanks to a loan from Prudential) which enabled a redesign for its automobiles in 1955. Advertising would include referencing the car as having the “Hundred Million Dollar… more»
• For Sale • 15 Comments
No Reserve 1960 Volkswagen Dune Buggy
Beach weather is here, so it’s time to investigate this 1960 Volkswagen Dune Buggy, here on eBay, in a no-reserve auction bid to just $5500. It runs and drives well, so you can motor it home from Brooklyn, New… more»
• For Sale • 12 Comments
V12 Survivor: 1986 Jaguar XJS
The other day I was walking in the neighborhood of my office, and for the 50th time, I saw the white XJS V12 that “lives” about fifteen blocks away. This time, the owner was out, wet-sanding its paint. I… more»
