Project Cars

Running Survivor: 1955 Chevrolet 210 Townsman

Chevrolet made a lot of noise in 1955 with a full range of all-new cars available with GM’s optional first V8 engine since 1918. The 210 was the mid-level Chevy that offered a few more creature comforts over the… more»

Nearly Done Stalled Project: 1959 Ford Prefecta

The Ford Anglia was a small 2-door sedan built in England from 1939 to 1967. The Prefecta was essentially an upscale 4-door version of the same vehicle. The seller’s nearly finished project should be a Prefecta 100-E, which was… more»

Factory R-Code 428 CJ: 1969 Ford Torino Cobra

The Ford Torino was one of those versatile autos that served capably in each capacity it served, including everything from cheap basic family transportation all the way to some downright pavement-pounding muscle.  This 1969 Ford Torino Cobra here on… more»

Restored In The 90s: 1966 Lincoln Continental Convertible

When shopping online for a vintage car to ponder taking on as a project, it’s always helpful when the seller provides plenty of detailed information about the car’s history, and even better when lots of photos are included.  This… more»

Three Free Hondas!

Many people agree that the only thing better than a cheap project candidate is one that is free. If that’s the case, this trio of Honda Microcars is a triple dose of good news, because the current owner wants… more»

Crayford Wagon Conversion: 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL

The station wagon holds different meaning to different cultures. Here in the USA, we look at them as once-popular conveyances of families and friends, a practical tool of suburbia that would later give way to the still-popular SUV model…. more»

Rebuilt 454 V8! 1975 Chevrolet Cheyenne C20

The C/K Series of pickup trucks was built by General Motors from 1960 to 2002 and was marketed by both Chevrolet and GMC. The third generation of the “Rounded Line” had the longest tenure between 1973 and 1991. The… more»

Running, Driving Project: 1973 Ford Mustang Sportsroof

It’s an anecdote that doesn’t deserve much space, but here’s the summary: During my junior year of high school, I made an academic bet with my dad and lost by a hair. He bet me I couldn’t earn a… more»

Container Find: 1968 Pontiac Firebird Convertible

Garages and barns are probably the two most popular hibernating places for cars, but another less-utilized option is a container, which has been home to this second-year Firebird for the last eight years.  The seller says he’s a lover… more»

Bell System Van: 1983 Dodge B150 Van 4-Speed

Ma Bell. It’s a term that most people under 40 don’t have a clue about. Most younger folks have probably never heard of the Bell System or anything related to the pre-AT&T era because they weren’t even alive in… more»

Cheap 5-Speed Project: 1986 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

With Fox-Body Mustangs being strong performers in the classic market, finding an affordable project candidate is often challenging. However, this ’86 GT Convertible rides to the rescue as a driver-grade vehicle that would benefit from a cosmetic refresh. It… more»

Stored 40 Years! 1968 Plymouth Barracuda Fastback

The sporty Plymouth Barracuda had the misfortune of hitting the market 17 days before the Ford Mustang in 1964. The latter vehicle coined the term “pony car” to define the new market segment, and it buried the Barracuda in… more»

New From Nose To Tail: 1965 Mustang 2+2

The typical Mustang 2+2 (fastback) of early vintage goes for around $40K (and climbing) when auctioned. That for a restored model or a decently preserved original. You’ve got to get there from somewhere, though, and in the case of… more»

Garage Find Hot Rod Project: 1929 Ford Model A Street Rod

Some cars just carry that timeless hot rod vibe, and this 1929 Ford Model A is one of them. Listed here on eBay with no reserve, it’s a fiberglass-bodied street rod that’s been sitting in a garage for the… more»

Field Find Wagon: 1957 Chevrolet 210

In “Tri-Five” circles, most of the interest in 1955-57 Chevrolet station wagons falls to the Bel Air Nomad, a 2-door wagon with its own sporty body. Low production numbers mean they can be very valuable today with collectors. Of… more»

Patina Project With Clean Title: 1957 Chevy 150 Two-Door Sedan

There’s just something about a ’57 Chevy that always stops people in their tracks, even when it’s a project. This two-door 150 sedan listed here on eBay carries the kind of well-earned patina that restorers and hot rodders love… more»

Barn Finds