Dune buggy kits are not hard to find, but genuine Empi builds are generally more desired by purveyors of these VW-powered on- and off-roaders. This 1971 example is a Southern California survivor, with a dry chassis and only some… more»
Project Cars
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One Of A Kind: 1935 GMC Northern Pacific Van
As a car collector and writer, I try to think outside the box when it comes to writing and finding vehicles; my mission is to find the rare and unusual in the automotive world. This 1935 GMC Railway Van not… more»
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No Screaming Chicken: 1985 Pontiac Trans Am
When I was in junior high and high school, I always had a copy of a car magazine hidden under my textbook in class. I had a terminal case of car lust, but at least I was patriotic about… more»
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One Owner, Lots Of Parts! 1963 Triumph TR4
More often than not, when I’ve purchased a car I’ve tried to reconstruct whatever history I can find out about the car. Not to worry with this car, as it’s being sold by a dealer who purchased the car… more»
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2+2 = Affordable? 1970 Jaguar E-Type Stored 30+ Years
As usual when finding an “affordable” E-Type Jaguar, this is a 2+2 automatic. To be honest, these have started to look better to me, though, especially the 6-cylinder models. One XJS is enough to keep me away from Jaguar… more»
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Cheap Truck: 1941 White Semi Truck Flatbed
The White Motor Company began its 80 year history in 1900 building steam cars in the corner of a sewing machine factory. Over the years they built steam cars, tractors, trucks of all kinds and equipment for the military…. more»
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Dynamic Duo: 1974 CitiCar X 2
Maybe this isn’t a Dynamic Duo as in Batman and Robin, but as far as being somewhat campy and cartoon-like, maybe it’s not that far off? A seller in Cortland, Ohio has not one but two CitiCar EVs for… more»
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Returning To Earth: 1960 Triumph TR3 Project
Little cars with removable tops have long been popular here in the United States and ironically most of the vehicles that fit the bill are imported from other countries. Despite having questionable track records of reliability, Triumphs have frequently… more»
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But It’s A Fastback: 1970 Mustang Mach 1
Styling, more than any other feature, sells cars. There have been many examples of a manufacturer trying to sell a car that is reliable, easy to drive, and comfortable, but nobody wants the vehicle because it’s as ugly as… more»
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Mystery Engine: 1974 Chevrolet Vega GT Barn Find
Reader Rocco B. sent us this 1974 Vega, and while the engine in this car is not exactly a mystery, it is a mystery to the person selling the car. To quote, “I never opened the hood so… more»
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Big Block 4 Speed: 1966 Impala SS 396 Convertible
Can’t afford that big-block first-generation Camaro you wanted? That Chevelle SS 396 out of your budget? Is a two-seater big block Corvette too expensive and too impractical? Want your hair blowing in the wind as you lower your convertible… more»
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For the Resourceful Cat: 1967 Jaguar 3.8S Two-for-One
These days, there’s almost no such thing as a truly independent automaker anymore, so it’s hard to remember how resourceful small automakers once had to be. Case in point: the Jaguar S-Type. With its bread-and-butter Mark II sedan, descended… more»
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1964 Ford Thunderbird Barn Find!
Said to be a true barn find, this appears to be a half-done project to me. This 1964 Ford Thunderbird is for sale here on craigslist in Spring, Texas for the asking price of $9,500. The seller states they have spent over… more»
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The Only Kid On The Block With One: 1975 Bricklin SV-1
If you are not already a major automobile manufacturer, you can try to become one. However, the track record for those who try is abysmal. Just ask Malcolm Bricklin and, later, John DeLorean. While the DeLorean story is well… more»
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4-Speed Dual Quad: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500
The Beach Boys immortalized the phrase “Four speed, dual quad” in their 1962 hit song “409,” which lauded Chevrolet’s NASCAR motor of the day. Ford answered with this 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 (R code) 427 Dual Quad, 4 Speed,… more»
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One-Owner Drop Top: 1973 Buick Centurion
What a rear! It’s no secret that I love big American cars, but I’ll show my incompetence in the GM department by saying I did not previously know about Centurions! They were the Wildcat’s direct replacement, and at first… more»
