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Factory Big-Block Drop Top: 1966 Chevelle SS396

A factory big-block convertible is rare and valuable (no matter which American automotive company built it), but a factory big-block convertible with air conditioning definitely ups the value. This 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 is not only a big… more»

Two Worn Triumphs And A Rusty Benz!

Have you ever read an ad and just felt like whomever wrote it is a pretty interesting guy?  When I read this ad, I immediately felt that Kenny, the owner of these three lost souls, was a guy that… more»

Second One Built: 1951 VW Samba

The quest to find historically-significant vehicles isn’t bound by marque or country of origin; rather, low production-number vehicles of any kind will forever be popular among collectors. However, an early example of a particularly iconic model like the original… more»

1963…and a Half? Ford Galaxie

This isn’t really my area of expertise, so I’m going to crowdsource this to you Ford know-it-alls out there: this Galaxie two-door sedan is listed as a 1963-1/2 model, but all of my research says that label is typically… more»

Sitting For 60 Years! 1927 Ford Model T

This 1927 T has been in one family its whole life and hasn’t moved since 1956!  Offered for $3,800 here on craigslist in Holladay, Utah, this is an incredible find.  Unfortunately, there are only two pictures in the ad. … more»

Out To Pasture: 1973 Camaro Z28

Though most people always prefer first-generation Camaros, I always preferred second-generation cars, especially the chrome-bumpered ones. This particular car is a Z28, and is a desirable chrome-bumpered model. Find it here on eBay in Shoshone, Idaho, with reserve not… more»

Project Plymouth: 1935 Plymouth Sedan Barn Find

I don’t see nearly as many 1930s anything as I do Fords, so whenever something from that era pops up from another manufacturer, I get pretty excited! That being said, this 1935 Plymouth Sedan is undoubtedly a barn find,… more»

Love It or Hate It? 1964 Chevrolet Corvair

Are you a Corvair lover or hater?  The Chevrolet Corvair is amongst the most notorious and controversial cars in automotive history.  Model years ranged from 1960 to 1969 with this particular 1964 car falling close to the middle of… more»

Rusto Or Resto? Well-Loved 1972 Camaro

There are many good things and many bad things about this red 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. For one thing, its “sell me” red which is nice. Its also wearing a split-bumper front clip, which is also nice. It looks to… more»

Topless Buick: 1967 Electra Convertible Survivor

Reader Peter R sent us this for a 1967 Buick Electra convertible, so naturally I took the bait. The first thing I noticed when I opened the ad for this big beautiful Buick was that it is missing a… more»

Datsun In The Barn: Low Mileage 1981 Datsun 280ZX

This little Datsun has been sitting in a barn for what appears to have been a long time, though no estimate is given by the seller. It has been owned by the same person since 1984, though from the… more»

Sunset Boulevard: 1950 Packard Deluxe Eight Sedan

Looking at this sadly rusting but still recognizable 1950 Packard Deluxe Eight Sedan, I’m reminded of Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard thinking she’s ready for her close up at the end of the movie. I can’t really see an economical… more»

Save My Life–Buy This Car! $0.99 No Reserve!

I’m writing this post in an effort to save my life. If you have read any of the posts I’ve written about sad and unloved British cars, you know that I have a weird affection (some would call it… more»

Derelict Family Truckster: 1986 Ford LTD Country Squire

What a forlorn looking Ford this wagon is! It almost looks angry, and to be fair, I would be too. It seems this Country Squire’s owner bought it to restore, but abandoned the project when a nicer car of… more»

Its (Kinda) the Bandit: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

There are three special places and times that all true Southern boys dream about.  The first is Pickett’s Charge on the last day of the Gettysburg battle.  Second would be delivering moonshine in a 1940 Ford coupe on a… more»

Ran When Parked…in 1964: 1953 Lincoln Capri

Okay, what’s the statute of limitations on “ran when parked”? I’m going to say it’s got to be waaay less than 53 years, which is how long this 1953 Lincoln Capri has been stationary in a New Hampshire barn…. more»