During World War II, the successful WC Series served Dodge and the U.S. military well. It would be replaced by the ¾-ton 4X4 M37 in 1951, just in time to help with the new war effort in Korea (you’re… more»
Project Cars
Oct 30, 2023 • For Sale • 46 Comments
Easy Resto Project? 1967 Pontiac GTO
Spoiler alert – this 1967 Pontiac GTO is not without its issues. And considering the volume that is covered here, my first inclination was to take a pass. But, this is an unusual two-door Sports Coupe model (two-door sedan)… more»
Oct 30, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Running Project: 1971 Ford Ranchero 500
Ford created a “coupe utility” out of its 1957 2-door station wagon and named it Ranchero. It would garner enough attention for Chevrolet to duplicate the effort in 1959 with their El Camino. It parodied full-size and compact Fords… more»
Oct 30, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
1958 Goggomobil TS400 Coupe
It was the early 1950s, and Hans Glas GmbH, based in Bavaria, Germany, needed to evolve. Making and repairing seed drills – its mainstay business since 1883 – was a struggle in the post-war era. An excursion to Italy… more»
Oct 29, 2023 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Stored 25 Years: 1978 AMC Pacer Wagon
One thing you can say about American Motors is they weren’t afraid to take some chances. From the formation of AMC out of Hudson and Nash in 1954, they would dabble with this product or that one to see… more»
Oct 29, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Executive-Owned: 1938 Morgan 4/4 Drophead Coupe
If you plan to spend your hard-earned cash on a particular make and model of classic car, finding one that once belonged to the Company’s Managing Director might be a great strategy. It is unlikely to increase its potential… more»
Oct 29, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Ran When Parked: 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV6
If you’re like me, there’s always a car you wish you could own. Truth be told, I love old Alfa Romeos but have failed in my attempt to live with one (and that’s saying something, considering what I drag… more»
Oct 29, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Arkansas Shop Find: 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190SL
It’s always amazing to see a long-parked barn find come back to life, regardless of make or model. Knowing an engine that been sitting dormant for decades and can still fire up with some coaxing is a testament to… more»
Oct 28, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Dusty Red Ragtop: 1948 Chrysler Convertible
Doesn’t this look like the quintessential barn find? A stylish 1948 Chrysler Convertible with just the right amount of dust and patina on its faded red paint and tan canvas top. The listing by the seller as a “1948… more»
Oct 28, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Fuelie Project: 1960 Chevrolet Corvette
Chevrolet introduced its sports car, the Corvette, in 1953. But it wouldn’t be until 1955 that a V8 engine was offered. Two years after that, fuel injection was added as an option, enabling horsepower to approach or exceed one… more»
Oct 28, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Japanese Pony Car? 1973 Toyota Celica ST
The Celica might be thought of as Toyota’s version of the original Ford Mustang, with its sporty long hood/short deck proportions and 2+2 seating. Its name was an iteration of the Latin word “coelica” which meant celestial or heavenly…. more»
Oct 28, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Unfinished Business: 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
The C1 (first generation) of the Chevy Corvette continued into 1961 with the biggest change being a switch to twin taillights in a boat-tail rear-end. Nearly 11,000 copies would be sold that year, a record that would be broken… more»
Oct 27, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Off Road Ram: 1975 Dodge Ramcharger SE
The Ramcharger was Dodge’s answer to the Chevy Blazer and Ford Bronco. It was a large SUV based on a shortened version of the Dodge Ram pickup. Built from 1974 to 1993, it had an intercompany companion in the… more»
Oct 27, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
X22 Project: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396
The first generation of the Chevy Camaro wrapped production in 1969. A record number were built to date as the run was 15 months long due to a delay in getting the all-new 1970 models ready. Fewer than 5,000… more»
Oct 27, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Low Mileage Beach Buggy: 1973 Volkswagen Thing
Ah, the Volkswagen Thing: one of the wonkiest cars ever built, with a natural alignment amongst beach bums and surfers who didn’t care about speed as much as they cared about waves. The Thing is really only built for… more»
Oct 27, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Rolling Project: 1972 Pontiac Firebird
In terms of production numbers, the 1972 Pontiac Firebird is a bit of a rarity when compared to the model that preceded it or came after, as a UAW strike ended production early with just under 30,000 Firebirds hitting… more»
