Project Cars

Good Bones: 1957 Triumph TR3 Project

Hiding in this garage is a classic British sports car that could represent an excellent first restoration for the right person. The seller candidly admits to purchasing this 1957 Triumph TR3 with plans to return it to its former… more»

100% Rust Free! 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster 4×4

The tail end of the 1970s was one of Chrysler’s darkest periods (although things aren’t looking great for them right now). Because of this, you might find it in your heart to forgive them for creating this badge-engineered Ramcharger… more»

Tiny Project: 1939 Austin Seven

Mobilizing the masses was one of the main aims of the automotive industry during the first half of the 20th Century. This approach spawned affordable vehicles like the Ford Model T, the Volkswagen Beetle, and this 1939 Austin Seven…. more»

Assembly Required: 1954 MG TF with MGB Engine

I’m not a fan of engine transplants unless absolutely necessary, but this 1954 MG TF has a devil-may-care vibe that fired my imagination. The blend of straight sheet metal and worn paint is attractive. The generous display of car… more»

2-for-1 Projects: Pair of 1959 Chevrolet El Caminos

In 1957, Ford introduced a car-based pickup truck called the Ranchero. It used a 2-door station wagon as its foundation. Two years later, Chevrolet got into the game with a similar product they named El Camino. The initial run… more»

Running Shoebox: 1950 Ford Custom Tudor

Ford was one of the first U.S. automakers to release a whole new line of cars after World War II. The 1946-48 editions were largely warmed-over pre-war automobiles, but the cars were redesigned in 1949 to help meet the… more»

1 of 25 Canadian? 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

More than 272,000 Chevelle Malibu Sport Coupes were built by Chevrolet in 1970. But, not all of them were made in the U.S. – nearly 30,000 were assembled by GM in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, including the seller’s edition. What… more»

Project or Parts? 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS Convertible

Some classics pose the eternal question of whether their future is as a project or a parts car. Such is the case with this 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS Convertible. It is a sad and sorry sight, which is always… more»

Rusty Hunk Of Junk: 1967 Mustang Fastback

If you really, really have to have a 1960s Mustang like this 1967 Fastback, then bid up past the one person who has supposedly posted an offer of $14,500. But be warned: There’s no mention of a reserve, so… more»

Rust-Free Roller: 1956 Chevrolet Nomad Project

When assessing the relative worth of every vehicle from Chevrolet’s legendary Tri-Five range, the Nomad sits close to the top of the heap. They were expensive when new, meaning sales volumes were extremely low. This 1956 Nomad has seen… more»

Garage Find: 1969 MGB GT

As far as British sports cars go, the MGB GT might be the most practical of choices. With a Pininfarina-styled roof and hatchback practicality, there’s nothing that says you can’t daily drive your new find once you get it… more»

The Rudi Klein Junkyard Collection: Part Two – The Cars

As revealed in Part One of the Klein Junkyard series (thanks once again to Helena for the tip!) Mr Klein amassed an enormous collection of mostly German exotic cars and parts over decades. While his business ostensibly existed to sell… more»

Track Star! 1991 Chevrolet Astro

Ever tire of the ordinary? Need something different? This customized 1991 Chevrolet Astro might be just the thing to get you back on track. The seller describes the Waterford, California creation as “ideal for snow or sand,” and it’s… more»

Urban Barn Find: 1987 Oldsmobile 98 Touring Sedan

The Oldsmobile 98 (aka Ninety-Eight) was the GM division’s flagship model for most of the second half of the 20th Century. A super fancy version of the car emerged in 1987 called the Touring Sedan with split front seats… more»

4-Speed Project: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

One of the hottest new cars of the 1960s was the Plymouth Road Runner. Arriving in 1968 (a year after the upscale GTX), the Road Runner was a muscle car for those on a budget. Sales would quickly peak… more»

Museum Project: 1963 Plymouth Fury Convertible

As the story goes, Chrysler got hold of some “intelligence” that told them General Motors would downsize products in 1962. So, the all-new B-bodied Plymouths and Dodges were smaller than before. As it turns out, the intel was wrong,… more»

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