Driver Quality Cars

396/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

When Chevrolet released the Second Generation Chevelle in 1968, it moved away from coke-bottle styling. The new body gave the Chevelle a more muscular and purposeful appearance, and when the buyer ordered the SS 396, the car possessed the… more»

V8 Custom! 1953 MG Hot Rod

Re-powering cars with bigger engines dates to the early days of motoring, and this V8-powered 1953 MG certainly carries on that hot rod tradition. Appearing almost completely stock, the diminutive British sports car packs a stroked Chevy small block… more»

One Piece At A Time! 1939 Chevrolet

This strange-looking automobile, which comes with a title for a 1939 Chevy, reminds me of the country/novelty song from 1976 recorded by Johnny Cash. The title of the song was “One Piece at a Time” and it’s quite entertaining… more»

Original 400: 1971 Pontiac GTO

As we head into an automotive future where it seems that zero-emission vehicles will dominate the new car market, enthusiasts with gasoline coursing through their veins will be drawn to high-performance offerings from past generations. When it comes to… more»

Hot Rod Material? 1935 Ford V8 Convertible Sedan Project

In 1935, one of the most successful cars Ford ever produced – the Model 18 V8 – was given a facelift. By now, Art Deco design elements were influencing car designers, and the new Ford – called the Model… more»

Tidy Driver: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

While it may not be showroom fresh or 100% original, there are some sound reasons why this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray deserves a closer look. It presents nicely, with no immediate cosmetic needs. The interior is equally impressive, while… more»

1 of 902: 1968 AMC AMX

American Motors would introduce two new cars in 1968, quite a feat for an independent automaker. One was the Javelin, a pony car to do battle with the Ford Mustang, Chevy Camaro, and a host of others. The second… more»

No Reserve: 1985 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Station Wagon

This 1985 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Station Wagon is a vehicle that leaves me torn. That isn’t because there is anything wrong, but I struggle to determine its greatest attribute for potential buyers. I wonder whether its spotless presentation is… more»

1987 Buick Regal GNX With 2,248 Original Miles!

Ah, the 1980s. The decade that gave us big hair, bigger shoulder pads, the emergence of the personal computer, and the first signs that the automotive industry had begun digging its way out of the misery that was The… more»

What’s a Cream Puff? 2003 Corvette Convertible

As a child who loved cars, I was overjoyed when the next-door neighbor bought his wife an almost new 1978 Corvette Indy 500 Pace Car.  When showing it to me, he described the car as a “cream puff.”  I… more»

Only Two Owners: 1963 Mercury Comet S-22

When the Comet compact was first conceived in the late 1950s, it was intended to be sold by the new Edsel division. But when Edsel folded as the 1960 models were going on sale, they were offered instead by… more»

Oversized Fuel Tank! 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

The first generation of the Chevy Corvette enjoyed a 10-year run, and that would end in 1962. The all-new “C2” Sting Rays would debut the following year. This stunning ’62 Corvette has received a frame-off restoration, is numbers-matching, and… more»

4-4-2 V8 Motor! 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser

Oldsmobile introduced the Vista Cruiser in the middle of the 1964 model year. It was an upscale edition of the Cutlass Supreme wagon but with a raised roof and extra glass in the back to make for something of… more»

Early Example: 1964½ Ford Mustang Convertible

Early First Generation Mustangs are among the most coveted of the breed, making this 1964½ Convertible a desirable classic. It isn’t perfect, but the seller recently revived it after years of hibernation. It is a surprisingly solid and original… more»

Original 360: 1973 Dodge Power Wagon W200 4×4 Pickup

It may not be 100% original, but this 1973 Dodge W200 4×4 Pickup is a tidy vehicle that would make an ideal tow candidate or the weapon of choice for off-road adventures. It isn’t perfect, but it has no… more»

Rare and Restored: 1969 Velorex 16/350

Microcars have a strong following in the classic community, with some makes and models more common than others. Vehicles like the Isetta and Messerschmitt enjoy strong recognition, although the field also features some rarer and more quirky offerings. One… more»

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