Looking at this ’57 Chevy Nomad I see a lot of issues, but I also see a lot of potential. The Nomad is without a doubt America’s favorite two door wagon. Over the years I have watched the prices… more»
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1966 Austin Healey Sprite: No Reserve
I love a good no reserve auction! You never know, you could pick up a great find on the cheap. Take this 1966 Austin Healey Sprite, which is currently listed here on eBay. Bidding only has a few hours… more»
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European Triplets: Mercury Capris
I’ve had a soft spot for Capri’s ever since they first appeared. Even the ads were cool! I’ve test driven several and almost bought two, but have never actually pulled the trigger. These three, found by Jim S, are… more»
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Convertible Hardtop: 1957 Ford Skyliner
If this were a regular 1957 Fairlane I’d be calling this a parts car, but Skyliners are pretty special with their early hardtop convertible configuration. If you’re not familiar with it, the power hinged metal top folds in several… more»
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1981 DeLorean DMC-12: Outta Time
There are some cars that deserve to be restored, no matter how bad it looks. And even though it’s difficult to imagine just how much work it’s going to take the next owner to set it right, the work… more»
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1963 Triumph TR4: Just Rolled Out
There are some cars that sellers say, “Just needs a little love” and I quickly roll my eyes. From cars stored under damp car covers beneath a tree to examples left to rot with numerous mechanical issues, a little… more»
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Grand Old Buick Project
Reader David F recently shared a friends find with us and he posed an interesting question that affects not just Pre War cars, but many of the cheaper classics out there. From David – A friend rescued this old Buick…. more»
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Pagoda Style: 1964 Mercedes 230 SL
Is this a bargain? This SL is located in Long Beach, California and is for sale here on eBay where it’s being offered with no reserve. These cars are rapidly becoming a premier collectable. The seller states that while it… more»
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Free Dust and Spiderwebs: 1969 MGB GT
This solid-looking MGB-GT is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico and is offered here on craigslist for $2,500. I know Jesse has just purchased a B-GT and I’ve looked at them many times but haven’t pulled the trigger yet. This… more»
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1959 MGA: A Carb Clean Away
I wish that sellers were right just 75% of the time about all it will take to get a car running. If it’s so simple, why don’t they do it? Or even pay a specialist to, since it won’t… more»
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1971 Pontiac GTO: A Little Rough
To say this GTO is a bit rough would probably be an understatement. The seller claims it has minimal rust, but I’ll believe in when I see it! Typically I would pass on something in this condition that lacks… more»
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1957 Cadillac Coupe DeVille: Rough And Ready
If there was ever a car that was begging for simply applying some clear coat over the well-weathered paint, this Caddy would be it. Listed for $5,500 here on Kansas City’s craigslist, it was supposedly laid up in sometime… more»
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1971 Plymouth Barracuda: The Gran Coupe
When it comes to muscle cars, few are as recognizable as the early ’70s Barracuda. These cars were built at the height of the muscle car era and were about straight line performance and over the top looks. This Barracuda Gran… more»
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1968 Saab 96: Tow Yard Save
I would love to spend a day at a police impound yard. I can only imagine some of the cars that come in, especially in areas like Los Angeles where the specimens are rust-free and as varied as the… more»
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1955 Studebaker Speedster: Rare Project
When most of us think of Speedsters, the first thing that comes to mind is the drop top Porsche Speedster, but when Studebaker debuted their Speedster in 1955 they had a slightly different take on what it meant to… more»
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1962 Austin Healey 3000: Ran When Parked
There are some cars that seem to command a following no matter where they go, and it’s safe to say the Big Healeys fall into that category. This 1962 MK2 example was posted here on craigslist for $14,000 as part… more»
