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Unrestored 1963 Volvo 122S

Between its debut in 1956 and this 1963 model, Volvo’s Amason turned Amazon turned 122 watched much of the world abandon its ’50s styling. Still, this 1963 Volvo 122S, “S” for Sports, offered a welcome alternative to ponderous American… more»

BF Auction: 1951 Kaiser Special Collection

I hope we never have to worry about the term “post-war auto production” again, but it was a real thing in the mid-40s and Kaiser was ready. While most manufacturers were introducing 1942 models as “new” 1946 models, Kaiser… more»

Custom Coach Project: 1955 Greyhound Scenicruiser

Through the years, it’s clear that our travel options have gone from decent to great to pretty bad. These days, the elites are flying private and contracting services offering a quick trip on a chartered jet is quickly becoming… more»

Stored Over a Decade: 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Project

If the Monte Carlo hadn’t been introduced as a personal luxury car, it could have been adopted into the muscle car niche. Not that every version was a go-fast demon, but the SS 454 was a solid facsimile. Even… more»

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»

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