Some cars can spring a surprise, which is undoubtedly the case with this 1971 Dodge Challenger. It has avoided most of the rust problems that often plague these classics. Its upgraded 400ci V8 runs nicely, the rest of the… more»
Project Cars
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Big-Block Classified Find: 1955 Chevrolet Corvette Restomod
Few things are sadder than a project build that stalls when the owner passes away before their dream comes to fruition. Such is the story of this 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. The owner planned a full-blown Restomod build, slotting a… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1967 Briham PRH4
Events like the Goodwood Festival of Speed have allowed historic racing machinery to gain a new lease on life. These vehicles were often cut up for scrap when their competition days ended, but there is a renewed focus on… more»
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AMC-Sold Barn Find: 1983 Renault Fuego
Before Chrysler purchased American Motors in 1987, Renault came to the rescue (for a while) in the late 1970s. Unlike Chrysler, which mainly wanted Jeep, Renault was looking for a manufacturing and sales footprint in the U.S. to grow… more»
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Stalled Ragtop Project: 1957 Pontiac Star Chief
Introduced in 1954, the Star Chief was sandwiched between the basic Chieftain and snappier Bonneville (which usually rode on a longer wheelbase) for most of its life. This 1957 convertible is one of only two drop-tops offered by Pontiac… more»
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Garage Find: 1956 MG MGA Project
Often, when one finds an old car that is in deleterious condition, its surroundings will match said vehicle’s state. In the case of this 1956 MG “A”, its surroundings look more like a typical suburban garage and not the… more»
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Split Window Project: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette
With the 1963 Split Window Coupe having achieved the status as one of the most iconic Corvettes of all time, there’s literally no such thing as an undesirable example, with nice drivers easily fetching more than $100k consistently. This… more»
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Affordable 390: 1967 Ford LTD
Affordability is a key consideration for many enthusiasts seeking a project candidate. There is little point in spending a million dollars if that leaves nothing in the kitty for their build. That’s where cars like this 1967 Ford LTD… more»
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351/4-Speed: 1969 Ford Mustang SportsRoof
This 1969 Ford Mustang SportsRoof would have been a relatively meek and mild vehicle when the first owner took delivery. However, someone has performed a few upgrades that would have transformed it into a formidable beast in its time…. more»
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Parked For 20 Years: 1978 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT
There are few sights sadder than a classic that has been left for years to fend for itself, exposed to all Mother Nature can throw at it. Such has been the fate of this 1978 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT…. more»
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Stalled Project: 1987 Buick Grand National
This 1987 Buick Grand National reminds me an awful lot of my 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E Cosworth project: very tired, pretty rusty, but complete enough to make the decision to invest in its restoration somewhat tricky. The seller notes that… more»
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Parked for 46 Years: 1959 Mercedes 220S Coupe
Cool roof line! Yeah, but there’s a bit more to this 1959 Mercedes 220S than attractive lines. It’s definitely rough around the edges, but this Benz is one to examine! Found in Riverside, California, this project Mercedes is available… more»
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455/4-Speed Project: 1972 Pontiac GTO
After being its own separate model in the Pontiac lineup since 1966, it was a sign of the times back in ’72 when the GTO returned to an option package on the LeMans. By this period, the muscle car… more»
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No Reserve: 1974 Saab Sonett III
Saab marched to the beat of a different drummer, producing interesting and quirky cars. This 1974 Saab Sonett III was its attempt at bringing a sporting model to the market, although it never sold in the volumes originally envisaged…. more»
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Unfinished Project: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
Chevrolet enjoyed a huge sales increase in 1955 thanks to all-new styling and the company’s first V8 engine since 1918. One of the most popular models and body styles was the Bel Air Sport Coupe, of which the seller’s… more»
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396-Powered 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS
I remember being home sick one day back in high school, and I spent a couple hours watching a VHS copy of Two Lane Blacktop to pass the time; while I watched it for the cars, I was somehow affected… more»
