There are some project cars that seem like they go from one bad owner to the next. What I mean is that you start to see them on a sort of downward trajectory, perhaps getting modified here and there… more»
Project Cars
Old Farm Hand: 1949 Mercury M Series Pickup
Farm fresh, and featuring the unique touches that make this truck a Mercury, this M series pickup is a neat and fairly solid project. This truck looks as if it could be a driver again with a few good… more»
Pushes & Steers: 1967 Ford Mustang
When the seller includes “pushes and steers” in the description of a barn find, you pretty well know you’ve got a job on your hands if you choose to buy it. This 1967 Ford Mustang fastback fits that description…. more»
Rough Interior Survivor: 1949 Cadillac Fleetwood Series 75
Just about any vintage Cadillac has a certain appeal due to the styling and luxury they executed through the years. This ’49 Fleetwood is a “survivor” but needs a lot of attention on the interior. Being a California home… more»
Wire Wheel Wagon: 1968 Ford Country Squire LTD
How can you beat the cool vintage styling, a V8, plenty of space, and air conditioning, all wrapped up into a classic wagon? This ’68 Country Squire LTD has some good things going for it, despite being a little… more»
Just Needs Paint: 1969 Triumph Spitfire
Sometimes, even I’ll admit that a car is simply destined for the scrapyard. Now, as any of you who visit this site regularly know, I often lament how many good cars end up junked (and celebrate the vendors that… more»
Aged ‘Burban: 1946 Chevrolet Suburban
After spending time neatly cramped in an old barn, this 1946 Chevrolet Suburban has finally made it out into the light once more. Partially disassembled and fairly solid, this Chevy has some potential. Although there are a few missing items that… more»
Big Bubble: 1959 BMW 600
When your regular Isetta isn’t quite big enough to haul around your family, here’s a 1959 BMW 600. This car is based on the Isetta, and while still tiny, it is about two feet longer than the “normal” Isetta. This… more»
Former Feed Station: 1958 23-Window VW Bus
The epic rise in prices for early VW Buses with either a lot of glass or a lot of extra headroom shows little indication of abating. Stories like the one David F. wrote up about the riverbank find in… more»
Affordable Boat Tail: 1927/1928 Packard Speedster
Long sleek speedsters of the early automotive days are always a sight to see. This 1927 or 1928 Packard Speedster is missing some of its pieces, but what remains isn’t too shabby. The engine last ran 15 years ago,… more»
Daily Driver Shelby: 1983 Dodge Charger
When we write about Shelbys, it’s often in hushed tones or excited yammering about how much money it will bring at auction. However, you don’t often hear the words “daily driver” and “Shelby” in the same sentence. But then… more»
5 Cylinder, 4-Speed: 1979 Mercedes 300D
Most of you by now know that I am a bit obsessed with genuine European-market cars. It’s not hard to see why – typically, better power, less restrictive emissions equipment and more attractive bumpers are all part of the… more»
35 Years Off The Road! 1963 Studebaker Avanti
An Avanti, especially one of the early round-headlight models, is a car I’ve often wanted to own. This particular car seems to have some fairly straightforward items to work on, unlike many cars I’ve seen where a solid fiberglass… more»
Not Lookin’ Fine: 1969 Pontiac GTO
While this 1969 Pontiac GTO has definitely seen better days, there’s enough car still there that it’s not a parts car, it’s a project car. The price certainly reflects that, with a no reserve auction here on eBay that… more»
1979 Pontiac Trans Am For $600!!
As you’ve probably figured out, this car isn’t pretty. Some might say it’s even a bit ugly. With a Buy it Now price of $600 though, this 1979 Flaming Chicken might not be a bad price for someone in… more»
Massive Stash Of Morris Minors!
Reader Chris T made quite the interesting discovery when he visited an old vineyard. Stashed in two barns and a chicken coop on the property were 20 Morris Minors! He managed to buy the whole collection, including all the… more»
















