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Ridiculously Rare? 1970 Rover 3500 S

Well, I don’t know about “Ridiculously” rare as the seller states, but I’m willing to give anyone the benefit of the doubt, at first. What makes this 1970 Rover 3500 rare, is its “S” designation. How rare? Hard to… more»

Intercooled Fun: 1986 Buick Regal T-Type

Buick has built some beautiful cars over its history and there have been a select few with outstanding performance. One that will forever stand out in the minds of 50 year olds is the 1986 and 1987 Buick Grand… more»

Upgraded Drivetrain! 1978 Oldsmobile 442

Muscle cars were a huge part of the automotive landscape in the late 1960s and early 1970s. But three things changed all that just a few years later: rising insurance costs, increased emissions controls, and higher gas prices. One… more»

Mini Nomad? 1958 Opel Olympia Caravan

I haven’t seen one of these in years! One of these being a 1958 Opel Olympia P1. I remember years ago thinking, yes, it does look like a Nomad! Offered from 1958 through 1960, these Opel Olympia Caravans, along… more»

4 Speed: 1978 Pontiac Firebird Formula

Many thanks to Pat L. for sending us this 1978 Pontiac Firebird Formula. While the Trans Am gets most of the attention, the Pontiac Formula was a trim model introduced in 1970 that could be equipped with the same… more»

Still In The Family: 1967 Mercedes 200D

I recall a time when a Mercedes-Benz diesel Fintail (Heckflosse), such as this 1967 200D example, was a fairly common sight on America’s highways and byways. That said, they were a rather radical departure from what most Americans were… more»

455 Equipped! 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Oldsmobile gave the Cutlass a redesign for its fourth generation, which began with the 1973 model and ran through ’77, and it utilized the General Motors A-Body known as the Colonnade platform.  By 1974, the Cutlass was only two… more»

Tidy Driver: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

With warm weather fast approaching, the lure of time behind the wheel of a classic convertible with the wind in your hair may be impossible to resist. If so, that begs the question of which classic you might choose…. more»

Recently Revived: 1988 Porsche 924S

When somebody mentions the word “Porsche,” many people instantly think of the iconic 911, a rear-engined vehicle offering impressive performance and the uncanny knack of launching its occupants backward into the scenery if they happen to confuse their ambitions… more»

No Reserve: 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J

New for 1969, the Second Generation Pontiac Grand Prix offered buyers a perfect blend of luxury and performance. Its combined chrome grille and front bumper made a bold visual statement, with 112,486 buyers electing to park one in their… more»

Sleeper Wagon: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad

You don’t have to be a Chevrolet fan to know about and appreciate the Tri-Five Nomad Wagon. It’s such an iconic design and a wonderfully weird mix of style and utility. You really can’t get much cooler than a… more»

Running 1954 Willys Jeep 4×4 Truck

Growing up, my Dad had a Chevy C-10 truck that ran on LP (liquid propane) and I remember being super intrigued by this idea. He eventually converted it back to gasoline and I helped him with the task. I… more»

1-Of-4? 1957 Chevrolet El Morocco Brougham

In 1957, Cadillac’s fabulous Eldorado Brougham cost over $13,000, more than $133,000 in 2022 dollars. Thanks to entrepreneur Reuben Allender, you could buy a car like this 1957 Chevrolet El Morocco Brougham, shamelessly modified to emulate the high-rolling Caddy,… more»

Estate Sale: 1962 Morgan Plus 4 Drophead

It was already apparent by 1962 that the Morgan Motor Company was not going to change for the sake of change! With styling that had remained largely unchanged since adding a fourth wheel to the car before World War… more»

Clean Survivor: 1976 Ford Pinto Station Wagon

Oscar Wilde was famously quoted as saying, “There is only one thing in life worse than being talked about, and that is not being talked about.” If you were Ford during the 1970s and people were talking about the… more»

425HP! 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Convertible

I have had the opportunity to drive a wide variety of classic cars over the years, and each impressed me for a different reason. Muscle cars appeal to many enthusiasts, and once you’ve had a chance to sample one,… more»

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