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Ready for Assembly: 1958 MGA Coupe

This handsome MGA coupe just popped up on craigslist in northern Kentucky, and it seems like a compelling opportunity to finish a ready-to-assemble project. The seller says all of the major components are included for $4,450, but he will… more»

Chevy Powered 1971 Maserati Ghibli Project

Even with its teeth kicked in and one turn signal zip-tied, this GT promises elegance, exhilarating road manners, and a high-RPM soundtrack, all melded into a uniquely Italian driving experience. Thanks to Paul C. for spotting this Chevy-powered 1971… more»

No Nomad: 1957 Chevrolet 210 Wagon

Having four doors, this 1957 Chevrolet 210 Wagon is no Nomad, but it could be a fun project for a Chevy collector or fan. Be prepared to use the heck out of your credit card in ordering new parts,… more»

Dictator’s Choice: 1952 GAZ-12 Zim

If you think you’re looking at Buick, you’d be incorrect – but we’d understand why you’d feel that way. This is actually a 1952 GAZ-12 Zim, built for the Soviet government at the Gorky Automotive Plant. Buicks of the… more»

British Roadster Combo: Hillman Aero & MGTD

It’s easy to consider the MGTD or various ACs and Allards to be the predominant British sports cars of the era, but the Hillman Aero Minx shouldn’t be written off the list. Although extremely obscure today, these vintage sportscars… more»

It’s A Runner–Sort Of: 1956 Cadillac Eldorado Seville

I suppose since there are fuel tank issues, the title really isn’t quite correct, but I was surprised nonetheless to read that this 1956 Cadillac Eldorado actually runs and drives as long as you use an auxiliary fuel tank… more»

Levi’s Edition: 1978 AMC Gremlin

We recently talked about the Toyota Celica U.S. Grand Prix Edition as a prime example of the lengths automakers will go to concoct a special edition. Well, what about the pants? The same rules (or lack thereof) applied for… more»

The Original 4WD: 1930 Ford Model A Mail Truck

A few years ago, we featured a Ford Model A that was fashioned into a sort of off-road mail truck back in the 1940s to deliver mail in the rural regions of Montana. The seller of that unusual and… more»

I Have a Rusty Porsche: 1976 Porsche 911S Targa

$5,200 won’t buy you much of a Porsche these days, but it will apparently get you a rusty Targa-top model. The seller of this battered 1976 911S is quite forthright that this is not a car intended for road… more»

Should They Have Stopped? 1970 Corvette

Every time I think we’ve covered all the possible abominations beautifully modified Corvettes out there, someone finds another one. What started as a 1970 Corvette is now for sale here on eBay. As I write this there have already been… more»

$3,000 Potential Bargain: 1961 Ford Econoline

We rarely if ever show a listing with just one photo, but this one was too good to pass up. I think I may have shown only one so far other than this pickup. This 1961 Ford Econoline Pickup… more»

Field of Dreams: Barn Finds in Ventura

A listing for what seems like a junkyard cleanout with a claimed 60 vehicles available just popped up on craigslist. Details are hazy but the seller says there’s a treasure trove of cars and trucks, and based on the… more»

USGP Edition: 1980 Toyota Celica

Special editions haven’t changed much since they became a common sales tactics by automakers. Some special graphics, implied rarity / limited production and perhaps upgraded wheels are all common elements of a bit of dealer dress-up. This 1980 Toyota… more»

$750 Captive Import: 1970 Opel Manta

If you wandered into a Buick dealership in the 1970s, you could skip the chrome and slab sides and instead take home a sharp Opel Manta coupe. Sold through dealers as a four-cylinder with good fuel economy, the Manta… more»

Ran When Parked: 1976 Mercedes 240D

If you’re hunting for a taxi cab to use in your aspiring career as an Uber driver, this 1976 Mercedes-Benz 240D that was just extracted in Rochester might fit the bill. Known for being impressively long-lived if not particularly… more»

Project Donation: 1973 VW Beetle

Back to one of my favorite sellers on eBay: this 1973 VW Beetle is another donation victim, and it looks like a fun project that you can drive with minimal fuss. Sporting some choice period Empi wheels with decent… more»