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Cheap Mid-Engine Project: 1970 Lotus Europa

In the mid-1960s, Britain’s Lotus Cars conceived an affordable mid-engine sports car (or GT, if you prefer) that could draw from existing technology, with engines borrowed from Renault as an example. They were in production for 10 years (1966… more»

Garage Find: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

For those seeking a sixties pony car, the Ford Mustang is always worth considering since parts are plentiful and there’s really not too much of a shortage of examples to choose from.  But it is refreshing to find one… more»

BF Auction: 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster Sport

Sitting in this garage is a vehicle that demonstrates there are still great classics that are awaiting liberation and the chance to return to their rightful place on our roads. This gem is a 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster, and… more»

One-Owner 16k Mile 1974 Ford Pinto

The early 1970s marked the entrance of U.S. automakers into the growing subcompact car market. Two of them were introduced in 1971, the Chevy Vega and the Ford Pinto. The latter would see a 10-year production run that resulted… more»

Dropping Price: 1983 Chevrolet Caprice Estate

Over-capitalizing on a project build is a piece of cake. Been there, done that! That is the story behind this 1983 Chevrolet Caprice Estate. The seller purchased the Wagon as a family joke, but they have since sunk thousands… more»

Rare Supercharger! 1964 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk

The Gran Turismo or GT Hawk was the last variant of the Studebaker Hawk that dated to the mid-1950s. It was only produced in 1962 through 1964, discontinued at Christmas 1963 when the company ceased automobile production in the… more»

Runs Great: 1990 Ford Mustang LX

Enthusiasts with limited skills or those considering a first restoration project can often feel overwhelmed by the prospect of countless hours of panel and rust repairs. This will lead some to spend their cash on a turnkey vehicle, while… more»

Original 383: 1970 Dodge Charger

Many enthusiasts will confirm that there is no more satisfying feeling than dragging a desirable classic back from the brink of extinction. Giving an iconic car a second chance is not something we will all experience, but that opportunity… more»

Cheap Kit Car Project With Trailer: 1973 Bradley GT

The GT is perhaps the best-known of the Bradley Automotive kit cars built between 1970 and 1981. Using a fiberglass body over a VW chassis and mechanical bits, an estimated 6,000 of them were built across 12 years. This… more»

289-swapped 428 Car: 1968 Ford Mustang

After 38 years in one family, this 1968 Ford Mustang in Wethersfield, Connecticut comes to market in non-running condition. Born with the fire-breathing R-code 428, C6 automatic, and 4.30 Traction-loc axle, this Wimbledon White classic probably hit the local… more»

Recently Revived: 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL

When the seller located this beautiful 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL, it had been parked since 1990. They worked through a meticulous revival process that consumed thousands of dollars. However, it has proved a wise investment because it is… more»

Dry Desert Find: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air

Judging a book by its cover can be a major mistake, especially when it is a classic like this 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. Don’t let its tired and baked exterior fool you because this rock-solid desert find would make… more»

Storage Unit Find: 1967 Chrysler 300

The famous Chrysler 300 “Letter Series” was born in 1955 and continued through 1965 with most models having sequential lettering in the name, aka 300-C, 300-D, etc. In 1962, Chrysler added the Sport Series to the 300 lineup, creating… more»

Pinin Farina Masterpiece: 1950 Fiat 1100S Coupe

Fiat’s 1100 – designed in 1937 and first known as either the Fiat 508C or the Balilla 1100  – was a family car with a few tricks up its proverbial sleeve. Diminutive but still able to seat four, the… more»

One Owner Carport Find: 1964 Pontiac GTO

Pontiac introduced the GTO in 1964 as an option on the mid-size LeMans/Tempest. GM bean counters thought there would be a market for 5,000 copies a year – a drop in the bucket compared to the 32,400 that were… more»

Quirky But Lovable: 1974 Saab Sonett III

I’m not really sure why the Saab Sonett III hasn’t achieved a higher level of collectability or price tag among sports car enthusiasts yet, but maybe just the fact that they don’t come around for sale as often as… more»

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