Driver Quality Cars

4-Speed A-Code: 1966 Ford Mustang GT

It’s refreshing to find an early Ford Mustang that has spent its entire life in California, still wears the factory-applied paint, and has pretty much been left alone since it was new.  Another plus here is that the original… more»

BF Exclusive: 1971 Buick Skylark Custom Convertible

As we approach the longest day of the year, when the nights are warm and the days call for a convertible, what will you be driving? If you’re in the market for a collector car that is solidly built… more»

No Reserve: 1990 Chrysler TC by Maserati

Automotive history demonstrates that while some collaborative efforts are successful, others fail to meet expectations. The Chrysler TC by Maserati is a perfect example of the latter, failing to sell in the expected numbers and costing Chrysler a pretty… more»

Original Paint: No Reserve 1966 Volvo PV544

Volvo’s PV544 remains a surprise packet. An effective rally weapon upon its release, the PV544 still enjoys a strong reputation in domestic competition nearly six decades after the last examples left the factory. This 1966 model is a survivor… more»

Reasonably Priced! 2007 Cadillac CTS

I must have a Cadillac jones going on because this 2007 CTS will be my fourth Caddy review in the span of three weeks. I prefer the older “Standard of the World” subjects, but to be fair,  I have… more»

Daily Driver! 1973 Porsche 914 1.7 Liter

If you’re in the market for a Porsche 914, this example is worth consideration. It’s presented by a seller who knows enough to pull the battery and show us the pan. He’s installed a heavy-duty kill switch. He’s using… more»

73k Miles: Highly Optioned 1970 Pontiac LeMans Sport

It’s almost impossible today to order a truly unique vehicle, but that was not the case back in 1970, when you could walk through the doors of your local Pontiac dealer and check off a good portion of the… more»

Factory 383/4-Speed: 1967 Plymouth Satellite

It’s always fun when you come across a vintage vehicle that was custom-ordered by the first owner, as it’s an indication that they cared enough to have the car built to exact specifications to suit their needs perfectly.  That… more»

Driver-Quality 1962 Buick Electra 225 Convertible

After several years of disappointing sales figures, Buick was on the rebound in 1962, a rebound that would carry them all the way through the ’60s in solid shape. Although the redesigned ’62s are sometimes overshadowed by the fact… more»

23K Original Miles: 1990 Pontiac Firebird Formula

A clean 3rd-generation Pontiac Firebird or Chevrolet Camaro remain some the cheapest entry points to vintage muscle car ownership, but the tricky part is finding a nice one. When it comes to collector or enthusiast vehicles that remain cheap… more»

33k Original Miles: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

It is always sad when an iconic automotive brand ceases operation, especially when it is a marque like Oldsmobile. However, that presents opportunities for passionate enthusiasts to preserve the company’s heritage, and this 1977 Cutlass Supreme would seem to… more»

48k Original Miles: 1955 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special

As I have gotten older, I have found myself drawn more towards luxury cars. I still gain great enjoyment from slipping behind the wheel of classics with performance credentials, but living life at a more sedate pace has become… more»

Rare Japanese Retro: 1996 Mitsuoka Galue

Mitsuoka is a Japanese niche vehicle manufacturer that specializes in attaching retro bodies to existing production models to create distinctive vehicles. It has released a faux Porsche 356, a Jaguar-inspired model called the Viewt, and even a K-2 microcar… more»

427/4-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Impala

The horsepower race of the 1960s gave the world cars with performance capabilities that would have been unthinkable a decade earlier. Take this 1969 Chevrolet Impala as a perfect example of that philosophy. It’s 427ci V8 produces power and… more»

Sorta Like An Infiniti: 1997 Nissan Gloria

I recently returned from a trip to Ireland, and the right-hand, narrow road driving experience was certainly a memorable facet of that trip. Over there, one gets to experience a lot of different makes and, in particular, models of… more»

Restored Long Roof: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300TD Wagon

The Mercedes-Benz W123 lineup remains quite interesting at the moment, only because cheap sedans are still very easy projects to find and buy, junkyards still receive wagons and sedans at a decent clip, and high-end specialty shops are still… more»

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