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Big Block Bruiser? 1972 Chevelle SS 454

Said to be a real-deal 454 Chevelle Super Sport, this 1972 version needs a bit of help to return it to its former glory. Currently located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, listed for sale here on eBay with an opening… more»

Rallye ‘Round: 1968 Opel Kadett Rallye 1900

The machine has yet to be invented that can measure my desire for a 1968 Opel Kadett Rallye 1900. It’s really the car that got me started on my long and expensive journey on the road of loving unusual… more»

London Taxi Find: 1959 Beardsmore MK7

If you’re in the market for an unusual project, this London taxi certainly fits the bill.  You aren’t likely to see very many of these at car shows in the U.S.  For sale here on craigslist in Spokane, Washington,… more»

1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL Barn Find!

How much is a parts car worth?  I suppose that depends on the quality, availability and price of new/replacement parts.  The ad for this 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL states “restore or use for parts”.  Based on the pictures, the “use… more»

Cheap Cobra: 1978 Ford Mustang II Cobra

Everyone’s favorite Cobra is right here! (hey, where’d everyone go?).. This 1978 Ford Mustang II Cobra is a project car but it’s cheap enough at $2,400 and it comes with enough parts and pieces that it could theoretically be… more»

Garbage Truck Friendly: 1972 VW Karmann Ghia

We can all appreciate a little honesty in advertising, and the seller of this 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia isn’t pulling any punches with his lot. Noting that he’s not offended if you “..bring a garbage truck” to pick it… more»

Wrecked Exotic: 1971 DeTomaso Pantera

It amazes me how many times we see collector cars pop up in damaged condition, clearly having been socked away until a time when their values made it logical to post the carcass for sale. I often wish I… more»

Garage Find! 1971 Oldsmobile 442

Titles are not required in Georgia for vehicles 1985 or older. This 1971 Oldsmobile 442, sold in Georgia and currently located in Lumberton, North Carolina, does not come with a title. While this may trigger many potential buyers to… more»

London Calling: 1967 Austin Taxi Cab

Nowadays, the classic Austin taxicab has been reinvented in modern form, proudly serving as the UK’s official means of public transit by four wheels. Well, the original is still the best recipe, in our opinion, and this classic Austin… more»

No Reserve, $500 Opening Bid: ’79 Mustang Pace Car

This seems like a deal: a genuine 1979 Ford Mustang Indy Pace Car listed at no reserve and with a $500 opening bid. The seller claims to be past the point of wanting to work on it, despite having… more»

Boat-Tailed Garage Find! 1972 Buick Riviera

When Buick introduced this “Boat Tail” Riviera in 1971, Bill Mitchell wanted “a classic,” and the polarizing design guaranteed a unique style that some people love and some hate. One thing’s for certain; these cars are never mistaken for… more»

Idaho Barn Find: 1974 Can Am TNT 125

I’ll be the first to admit that this photo looks too good to be true, but perhaps the seller is being honest and this is a genuine Idaho barn find. This is a Can Am TNT 125, which looks… more»

1st Year Bay Window: 1968 VW Type 2

If you follow aircooled trends at all, you’ve undoubtedly seen the early Buses going for big money. I feel fairly confident in telling you that the next one to spike will be the worker editions – the flat-panels, no… more»

Jamboree Edition: 1982 Jeep CJ7

Here’s a rare one for CJ7 fans: a genuine Jeep Jamboree edition, the one that came with a set of brush guards, winch and some sweet Marchal fog lights up front. Not many are left, and far fewer are… more»

Sitting for 20 Years: 1977 Lotus Eclat

Vintage Lotus cars rarely fail to disappoint on the Gee-I-haven’t-seen-one-of-those-lately meter, and this 1977 Lotus Eclat Sprint is no exception. Known more commonly as a Sprint due to some branding issues around the Eclat nameplate, this car has been… more»

Toasted Bird: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am

If fixing rust doesn’t scary you, this Trans Am might just be worth a look. We’ve watched values on these Pontiacs climb, to the point that even rusty projects like this are becoming viable options for anyone wanting a… more»