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Canadian Boogie Van: 1972 Fargo B100 Tradesman

This 1972 Fargo B100 van is a Canadian-market example of the classic Dodge-branded cargo hauler, and looks to be in excellent condition despite hailing from north of the border. I do like vehicles that are just barely different from… more»

Shop Class Build: 1954 Buick Camper

Shop class is a great place to learn and develop techniques, but you often don’t want the finished project. Well this Buick “camper” is a neat build in theory, but needs work to be a functional reality. This custom… more»

1 Of 1,377: 1977 Pontiac Can Am

There has always been a level of confusion over the actual number of Pontiac Can Ams that rolled off the production line. The widely held belief that there were 1,377 cars, while Jim Wangers, the man whose company, Motortown,… more»

Early Classic: 1959 Morris Mini

When it was introduced in 1959, the Morris Mini was a complete game changer. While it wasn’t the first front-wheel-drive car that had hit the market, the combination of that transverse front engine driving the front wheels suddenly made… more»

78k Genuine Miles: 1967 Ford Fairlane 500 XL

The owner of this 1967 Fairlane has had the car for 33 years but has decided to move it on. It is a nice looking car that appears to only require some minor work to get it back on… more»

Junkyard Finds: Classics at Yank-A-Part Yard

One of the comments I make most frequently to salvage yard owners is that they should put their most unusual or special parts cars and trucks online, somewhere, anywhere, in order to drive foot traffic and phone calls. Few… more»

Low Cargo: 1953 Dodge Meadowbrook

Prefer all of the space and good looks of a classic wagon but want it in a rat rod two-door version? Well this ’53 Dodge Meadowbrook/Suburban is a neat looking original that appears to be stock other than being… more»

Last Colonnade: 1977 Oldsmobile 442

By the time that 1977 rolled around, there are many people who would say that the Oldsmobile 442 had become a shadow of the earlier versions, but it was still a solid and competent car, although it was now… more»

Ready to Roll: 1960 Ford F-100

These old pickups have a great look to them, and although I admire the look of a nicely restored vehicle, I really love the appearance of vehicles that have obviously been used for their designed purpose, but don’t appear… more»

Solid Project: 1964 Opel Kadett Sports Coupe

The Opel Kadett is one of those cars that could so easily have slipped from public consciousness if it hadn’t been for Top Gear UK. In the show’s 2007 Botswana Special, presenter Richard Hammond chose a 1963 Kadett 2-Door… more»

Argentinian Import: 1931 Ford Model A Phaeton Convertible

While it was initially listed as a 1931 model, the owner of this Model A Phaeton has gone to some considerable trouble to explain that it is actually a 1930 model, but has been titled as a 1931 model…. more»

Pocket Rocket: 1976 MG Midget

While it may not be the biggest, flashiest, or most powerful sports car to have worn the MG badge, the Midget is one fun little car, and its low power output encourages drivers to be more involved in the… more»

Collectible Cache: 1923 Ford Model T Truck

The owner of this 1923 Model T Truck has chosen to sell the vehicle to pay for his daughter’s college education. While details on the vehicle are a bit sketchy, it does appear to be a fairly solid candidate… more»

Questionable Mods: 1988 BMW M3

Despite seeming like every BMW E30 M3 has been found and posted on eBay for ridiculous asking prices, some cars remind us that the earliest generation of the M3 was at one time a used tuner car. This 1988… more»

Rust-Free Fintail: 1966 Mercedes 190

This classic Mercedes-Benz 190 – otherwise known as a “fintail” – is a California black plate car that appears to be for sale by a late-model used car dealer. It shows signs of being a stalled restoration project and… more»

Graphics Gone: 1979 Ford Mustang Indy Pace Car

This 1979 Ford Mustang Indy 500 Pace Car replica has clearly fallen on hard times. With much of its paint gone and the original engine seized, there’s not much here than a shell at this point with a Recaro… more»