Project Cars

Just Add Paint? 1965 Ford Mustang 289 V8

If you’re looking for an early Ford Mustang to drive with some TLC or to restore back to its former glory, could this be the one? We suspect it was a barn find because of the combination of parts… more»

Worth Fixing? 1980 Dodge Aspen R/T

With all the exciting muscle cars that were available just a decade earlier, by 1980, extra trim and additional cosmetic pieces were more of the defining norm instead of hefty powerplants.  The Aspen typically fell into the category of… more»

Unfinished Drop-Top Project: 1964 Plymouth Fury

Lore has it that Chrysler downsized their full-sized Plymouths and Dodges in 1962 on a rumor that Chevrolet had plans to do the same. Keyhole listeners got it wrong as Chevy was instead gearing up to add a second… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser

Up for auction is a 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser, a well-used but solid SUV that represents one of Toyota’s most durable and respected 4x4s. This example is located in New York and shows 180,000 miles, backed by a clean… more»

BF Auction: 1949 Ford Tudor Sedan

Socked away since America’s Bicentennial, this classic seeks a new home after the late owner’s family decided someone else can write its next chapter. The 1950 Ford in Ottawa, Kansas, reportedly shows 8,900 miles on the odometer and is… more»

No Reserve Project: 1974 Plymouth Road Runner 440 V8

Now up for grabs on eBay with no reserve, this 1974 Plymouth Road Runner could be the start of your next big project. The seller lists it as a clear-title car, finished in blue, and equipped with a 440… more»

Real Deal: 1968 Dodge Dart GTS

When first spying this 1968 Dodge Dart GTS, I was skeptical that it was a genuine GTS. Let’s face it, muscle cars, Mopar or otherwise, get messed with, and you don’t always know what you’re looking at. In this… more»

Elite Enterprises Kit Car: Porsche 917 Replica

It’s rather amazing how many of these Porsche 917 replicas sold by Elite Enterprises still pop up for sale. If you transport yourself back in time to when these kit cars were sold new, it does make sense as… more»

Patina & Personality: 1960 Chevrolet Impala Wagon

Now listed on eBay, this 1960 Chevrolet Impala Station Wagon is the kind of old-school family hauler that blends nostalgia, character, and proven reliability in one long, low package. According to the seller, the car was built using four… more»

Cheap Wheels: 1980 Pontiac Phoenix For $500!

In the 1970s, the Pontiac Phoenix was a badge-engineered version of the popular Chevrolet Nova. But in the 1980s, it was a corporate cousin to the new FWD Chevy Citation. They sold well enough but were weak on craftsmanship… more»

2-For-1: Pair of 1965 Ford Galaxie 500s

Throughout the 1960s and part of the 1970s, the Ford Galaxie competed directly with the Chevrolet Impala (which usually won in the sales race). In 1965, Ford redesigned its full-size cars, and stacked headlights would dominate the styling for… more»

Rusty but Ready: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Project Car

Listed on eBay, this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is being sold as a four-door project roller, offering a starting point for someone who’s ready to take on a true restoration or custom build. The seller describes it as a… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1973 Jensen Healey

By all rights, the Jensen Healey should have been a massive success. Jensen and Healey were both big names in the British car world, and with a Lotus twin cam engine under the bonnet, it should have been a… more»

Slant-Six Drop-Top: 1967 Dodge Coronet 440

Dodge resurrected the Coronet nameplate in 1965 and applied it to their mid-size B-body products. The Coronet 440 was middle-of-the-pack in terms of trim, and the seller’s project or parts car from 1967 may be an odd duck. It’s… more»

Flood Survivor: 1971 Plymouth Valiant Project

Listed on Facebook Marketplace in Knoxville, Tennessee, this 1971 Plymouth Valiant represents an uncommon opportunity to save a classic Mopar that’s already partway through restoration. Priced at $8,500, the seller explains that the car was caught in the 2024… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1970 Dodge D100 Stepside

UPDATE – An inspection report has been added to the gallery below. This 1970 Dodge D100 Stepside truck underwent a full restoration, but shortly after completing it, the seller moved out of the country and left it parked in… more»

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