Driver Quality Cars

Trophy-4 Engine: 1962 Pontiac Tempest

Pontiac intended to get into the compact car game in 1961 with a clone of Chevy’s new Corvair. But instead, they got a different car that was unique in its own engineering. Named the Tempest, its standard motor would… more»

Fresh Paint: 1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk

By 1957, Studebaker was floating on thin ice. Its bank account was virtually empty, and it was restyling existing models in a desperate bid to stay afloat. One of its offerings for that model year was the Golden Hawk,… more»

Repaint or Preserve? 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS

Every generation jumps on the retro bandwagon, and each focuses on a different era. In the 1970s, people craved the cars, music, and fashion of the 1950s. The current generation has turned its attention to the 1980s, which helps… more»

Wants to Rally: 1969 Saab 96 V4 Deluxe

Starting in the 1950s, Saab was producing rally-tossable sedans with practical features that found fans all over the world. Drivers appreciated the Saab’s surefooted handling, economy, and tough mechanicals. The Saab 96, introduced in 1961, had an incredible twenty-year… more»

30k Original Miles: 1980 Pontiac Trans Am Turbo Pace Car

By 1980, forced-induction engines were making their presence felt in many spheres of motorsport. Manufacturers could see the benefit of this technology in their production models, as it allowed engines to produce considerably more power without significantly compromising fuel… more»

Affordable Project: 1968 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Custom Holiday Coupe

It can be easy to judge a book by its cover, and there are times when this proves to be a bad decision. That would be the case with this 1968 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Custom because it is a… more»

V8/4-Speed: 1979 Ford Mustang Pace Car Edition

Being selected to supply the Pace Car for the annual Indianapolis 500 carries prestige. Despite its enormous sales success, it is an honor bestowed on Ford’s Mustang a mere three times. The second of those occasions was in 1979,… more»

Solid Project: 1973 Dodge Challenger 340

Finding a project car that can be enjoyed immediately while its restoration happens as time and circumstances allow can be challenging. However, that is what this 1973 Dodge Challenger 340 offers its next owner. It runs and drives extremely… more»

409 V8 SS? 1962 Chevrolet Impala

The Impala Super Sport was in its second year in 1962 and would be a huge success. Sales would approach 100,000 copies instead of a few hundred the year before as the focus was changed from performance to style…. more»

Nomad Van: 1982 GMC Vandura 35 Travelcraft

If you’ve been paying attention, the official phenomenon of ‘van life’ has been with us for just about 10 years. Each passing year, it has grown stronger having (possibly?) peaked with the recent acclaimed Hollywood film Nomadland. The thing… more»

Sharp 1965 Triumph TR4A IRS

Here’s a tidy 1965 Triumph that’s also a highly desirable model, the IRS, a classic TR4 with independent rear suspension. It can be found here on eBay in North Las Vegas, Nevada with a current bid of around $13,000.

Caveman Camper! 1970 Ford F-350

Though their history is a little sparse online, Caveman Campers were all the rage in the Pacific Northwest from the 1950s through the 1970s. A company by that name in Grants Pass, Oregon built campers that would fit onto… more»

Sunchaser Conversion: 1980 Toyota Celica

What do you get when you take a 1979-81 Toyota Celica and convert it into a Targa-style convertible with a removable roof? You get the Sunchaser, an outsourced, limited production vehicle marketed by Toyota with no more than 2,000… more»

Original 428 Ram Air: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1

If you wanted a fast Mustang in 1970, Ford was happy to take your money and deliver something extraordinary. While it wasn’t the ultimate weapon in the company’s arsenal, a Mach 1 with an R-Code 428 Cobra Jet under… more»

LT-1 With A/C: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette

OK, so we’re going to ditch the actual barn finds, just for a post, and cover a beautifully restored 1972 Chevrolet LT-1 Corvette. This car has some notable features, besides its finely restored condition, so it’s worthy of a… more»

Mopar Assortment In Florida!

You know the expression, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” Well, the seller here has nine interesting Chrysler products for sale but thinks he can get buyers interested with just two photos showing just three of the vehicles…. more»

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