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Thunder-Jet Are Go! 1970 Ford Ranchero GT

Get out the asbestos underoos for this one, this 1970 Ford Ranchero GT has a monster lurking under that sleek hood: a 360-hp 429 Thunder-Jet! I know, you can buy a Hyundai with more horsepower than that today, but… more»

California Convertible Down Under

Last licensed in California in 1997 according to the black plates on the car, this 1963 Mercury Comet convertible has made it all the way to Altona North, Victoria, Australia! It is being sold here on eBay.au where the buy it now… more»

$1,000 With Overdrive? 1978 Triumph Spitfire

Oh, I hate the fact that several of the many Triumph projects I have are visible from my window as I type this. Because this 1978 Spitfire is only one county away from me and the overdrive transmission is pretty much… more»

Can’t Touch This: 1967 Mercury Cougar Yard Find

Looks like this 1967 Mercury Cougar has been derelict for quite a while. Apparently some work has been started, but it looks like whomever was working on it has paid too much attention to the “Can’t Touch This” windshield… more»

3 Webers And 4-Speeds: 1969 Jaguar E-Type!

Update – The auction house contacted us and sent over more photos, which can be seen here! They also let us know that they have spare parts and the convertible top. After having been owned by the seller’s family… more»

Paging Rouge Val Holsteins: 1956 Ford COE

Is there an old truck any cooler than a Ford COE? If there is, I haven’t found it. These striking big-rigs remain stunning pieces of trucking archaeology, with their stacked front end just oozing with art deco-inspired facial features…. more»

Raggedy Top: 1968 Pontiac GTO convertible

This sad Goat listed on eBay in Omaha, Nebraska will take extensive and expensive restoration to bring it back to life. It has been in hibernation since 1977 but is mostly complete (except for the bits that have rusted away) and original.  It… more»

A Sign of the Times: 1984 Lincoln MKVII Diesel

If there was ever a contest of oddball cars from the 80s, the BMW-diesel equipped Lincoln MKVII is a clear contendor for first prize. Produced at a time when not having a fuel-efficient vehicle in your lineup was akin… more»

Sunbaked Special: 1968 Corvair

I’m a little bit of a Corvair nut, to say the least. I’ve owned four of them, and if I’m lucky, I’ll be buying a fifth very shortly. 1968 Corvairs are one of the odd years – low production… more»

Tow or Show? 1968 Dodge Coronet Wagon

After hauling home a used transmission to have as a spare for my Subaru XT6 project, I was deeply envious of anyone with a low-loading floor in their daily driver. While I’m not a wuss, I am a fan… more»

First Year Ford Bronco Project

It really amazes me how much interest for old Broncos, Ramchargers, and Blazers has gone up in the past year or so. I remember when you could pick up a nice first generation Bronco for just a few thousand… more»

Parked 47 Years: 1950 Studebaker Champion

Who doesn’t like and or appreciate a Bullet Nose Studebaker? Graced with unique styling, its iconic nose, and a very cool “greenhouse” rear window. This Studebaker was last registered in 1970, and since then has been tucked away in storage… more»

Almost to Bangor: 1962 Alfa Romeo 1600 Spider

For reasons unknown to me, I have a fascination with northern Maine. I think it’s because here in New England, you can visit three states in little more then two hours – but to cover the vast expanses of… more»

Elegant Estate: 1962 Fiat 1800B Familiare

This is one ruggedly-beautiful wagon, or estate. It’s a 1962 Fiat 1800B Familiare and it’s on eBay with a current bid price of £806 ($1,008). It’s located in Haverhill, United Kingdom, about 70 miles northeast of London. Thanks to Dik… more»

The Long and Short of it: 1980 Comuta-Car

Believe it or not, and you can believe it, I’m a huge fan of these cars. This is a 1980 Comuta-Car and it’s listed on eBay with an unmet opening bid of $1,500. It’s located in Wrightsville, Pennsylvania so… more»

Under the Influence: 1965 Ford Cortina

As someone who isn’t a welder or a fabrication specialist, I’ve never had the desire to become an artist with automotive bodywork. But, those more creative than me have whipped up some impressive hot rods and street customs that… more»