Project Cars

Parked 20+ Years: 1967 Plymouth Fury II 383 V8

A 1967 Plymouth Fury brochure mentions the “curves” that buyers expected to see in hardtops and convertibles being available in the sedan as well. I wouldn’t exactly call this 1967 Plymouth Fury II two-door sedan curvy, but I think… more»

Next Level Patina: 1947 Indian Chief

In 1922, Indian introduced the Chief as the largest and most powerful motorcycle in the lineup.  Yet it wasn’t until Indian designer Charles Franklin added full fenders to the motorcycle’s lanky frame that it became a cultural icon.  The… more»

BF Auction: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible

UPDATE – The seller has lowered their asking price! There is no feeling like slipping behind the wheel of a classic Convertible on a sunny day to experience all Mother Nature has to offer. Those feelings are accentuated when… more»

Close Enough? 1957 Porsche Speedster Replica

Kit cars, even after all these years, still seem to be the Rodney Dangerfield of automobiles.  They just don’t get no respect.  Is that a fair attitude to take?  The majority of them were built to replicate famous vehicles… more»

Forgotten Muscle Car: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1

The Mach 1 was added to the Mustang roster in 1969 as Ford was looking to boost sales. Since its peak in 1966, demand for the Mustang declined every year due to competition entering the market. The Mach 1… more»

Stalled Restoration: 1970 Plymouth GTX

Plymouth introduced the GTX in 1967 as a premium mid-size muscle car. It was joined by the budget-conscious Road Runner in 1968. The GTX was a series of its own for five years, disappearing after 1971 except as a… more»

Removable Hardtop: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette

The Chevy Corvette debuted in 1953 and later gained the title “America’s Sports Car”. Early Corvettes were largely hand-assembled (just 300 copies in 1953), but some automation enabled Chevy to crank 3,640 units of the sports car the following… more»

428 Cobra Jet: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

By the time the 1969 model came around, the Ford Mustang was experiencing some declining sales, as more competition in the pony car market was giving potential buyers a broader range of autos to choose from.  The powers that… more»

Work In Progress: 1959 Chrysler Windsor Convertible

In the pantheon of ChryCo head stylist Virgil Exner’s over-the-top designs, today’s find of a 1959 Chrysler Windsor, courtesy of T.J., is pretty tame by comparison. Sure, it has memorable tailfins, which many automotive designs possessed in ’59, but… more»

BF Auction: 1968 Ford Mustang

Few classics are better project candidates than First Generation Mustangs. The ready availability of high-quality parts and the sheer scope of options provided by Ford allow an enthusiast to tailor the build to their taste. This 1968 Mustang Hardtop… more»

Top Shelf: 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz

As if simply being a Cadillac wasn’t enough, the 1957 version of the Eldorado Biarritz was an extravagant exercise in styling. Harley Earl bestowed the ’57 Eldorado models (the Seville was the hard top version) with sharp fins that… more»

New Steel Included: 1968 Dodge Charger

There is no single sworn enemy of classic car enthusiasts, although rust sits close to the top of the list. It can exact a high toll, leaving an owner with a hefty repair bill if returning their classic to… more»

Major Restoration: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS

Some restoration projects are straightforward, while others require deep commitment and a large dose of “brave pills” to tackle. This 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS fits into the second category, but its inherent desirability and range of factory options means… more»

No Reserve: 1973 Datsun 240Z

The Datsun 240Z has been one of the star performers in the classic market over the past decade, with original and pristine examples highly sought by enthusiasts. This 1973 model needs plenty of TLC, but that hasn’t dampened interest…. more»

29k Original Miles: No Reserve 1964 Ford Fairlane 500 Sedan

Estates remain one of the best sources of classics that represent excellent project candidates. Such is the case with this 1964 Ford Fairlane 500 Sedan. It is an original and unmolested survivor but requires work to return to its… more»

Pair of Checker Marathon Taxi Projects

Before there was Uber or Lyft, there was Yellow Cab which was usually a Checker Marathon in the bigger cities. Technically, the for-hire vehicle was called the Checker Taxi and the Marathon was the version sold to consumers. But… more»

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