How many times have you come across a car that didn’t seem to be much at first, but the more you looked at it, the more you realized what a great car it was? Well that is how this… more»
Project Cars
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Rare Notchback: 1985 Toyota Celica GT
Whether a Mustang or a Celica, the notchback bodystyle does wonders for a car compared to its traditional hatchback form. This 1985 Toyota Celica GT is a rarely seen (anymore) example of the upright body style, and the seller… more»
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Rear Engined by Rootes: 1965 Hillman Imp
A few years ago, I visited a Vermont junkyard being cleaned out, with a whole section full of $500 project vehicles. We wrote about it more than once, and here’s my recounting of the day. One of the cars… more»
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Mini Alternative: 1967 Riley Elf
Cars like the Riley Elf are reminders that it isn’t just GM that badge engineers the heck out of its own lineup. This particular car is effectively a Mini-based runabout with different design details like the front fascia and… more»
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Roadside Assistance: 1949 Chevy Wrecker
This 1949 Chevy wrecker is a former Colorado truck that made its way to Texas some time ago. Always living in arid climates has helped it stay fairly well preserved, though the seller’s inability to get to the project… more»
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Garage Find Kit Car: 1974 Bradley GT-2
Many times, I pass up on featuring kit cars like this Bradley GT-2 because they are in such horrible conditon it seems unlikely anyone would take it on. That’s not the case with the 1974 example, which is a… more»
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No Reserve Westy: 1969 VW Westfalia Camper
Normally, when we see Westfalias pop up (get it?) for sale, they fall into two categories: completely restored examples that sell for outrageous prices, and rust buckets with trashed interiors that need so much work they just don’t appeal…. more»
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Coast Runner: 1953 White 3000
While I’m not much of a truck guy, I do love old White commercial haulers. This 1953 White 3000/Model 3022 PLT semi-tractor is hanging out in Oregon, where its tired paint and mossy coating offer some indication as to… more»
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Future Lead Sled: 1965 Chrysler Newport
To be clear, I don’t want to see this Newport become a lead sled – but the seller put that idea in my head. The low stance, slab sides and somewhat intimidating nose would make this a compelling conversion to… more»
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Make it Pretty: 1954 Chevy Corvette
I was a bit shocked to see bidding already cresting $20K for this 1954 Chevy Corvette, which is a hodgepodge of body panels and other bits that make it a blank canvas for the next owner. Perhaps that’s the… more»
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Gardening Gloves Required: C1 Corvette Duo
The recent post about a Porsche 911 showing off its algae-coated exterior may be the sign of a new trend: preserving vegetation on the exteriors of long-idled cars. This 1956 Corvette is seen where it was parked for years… more»
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Hot Rod Ready: 1955 Chevrolet 210
We all have differing opinions and ideas, but is this 1955 Chevy 210 about the prefect V8 swap candidate? I believe it was a hot rod in its past due to a few details, but overall this sedan has… more»
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E-Class Alternative: 5-Speed 1988 Mazda 929
Here’s a car that’s already extinct before you factor in the extreme outlier on the feature list: a rear-wheel drive 1988 Mazda 929. These are often overshadowed by Toyota’s Cressida of the same era, but here’s where this one… more»
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Return of the Golden Sahara: George Barris Lincoln Capri
This famed Petersen Motorama showcar was lost for 50 years, but has since returned to light and is now slated to go to auction at Mecum’s Indianapolis event in May. The 1953 Lincoln Capri on which it was based… more»
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West Coast Coupe: 1956 Jaguar XK140
This Jaguar XK140 is a stunner even with half of its paint baked off. Anyone have any guesses as to its original color? This is the latest project we’ve featred with a tattered body and new whitewalls, and I’m… more»
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Behind Stone Walls: 1966 Mercedes 200D
We just featured a Mercedes “fintail” a few days ago, but this 1966 diesel model may have a better story to tell as it was just pulled out from behind those huge barn doors. Located somewhere on the archipelago… more»
