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Stored For a Decade: 1963 Studebaker Avanti

Some manufacturers completely abandon common sense in pursuit of sales, and the results can be catastrophic. Studebaker is a prime example of that thinking, with the company paying the ultimate price for an adventurous approach. Its dire financial situation… more»

Stuck in the Woods: 1968 Ford Mustang

From its birth in 1964 until the mid-1970s, the Ford Mustang was the sales leader in the “pony car” market segment it helped to create. The original design got a mild styling refresh in 1967, so the 1968 editions… more»

1948 Packard Custom Eight Convertible Project

In the 1949 film noir Impact, starring Brian Donleavy, Ella Raines, and Helen Walker, Donleavy drives a Packard convertible (described as a “roadster” in the movie) that’s nearly identical to the one on offer here, a 1948 Custom Eight… more»

Former Racer: 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS

  Chevrolet introduced the Chevelle in 1964. It was a mid-sized car designed to compete with the downsized Ford Fairlane. The Malibu was the better trimmed of the Chevelles and could be had with the Super Sport treatment, like… more»

As Seen At Foxtoberfest: 1986 Ford Mustang GT

With Fox-Body Mustangs so popular in the classic market, it is unsurprising that enthusiasts will clamor for promising projects. Such has been the case with this 1986 GT. It is a tired-looking car, but you must peel back the… more»

Estate Find: 1970 Ford Maverick

Before Ford recently applied the Maverick name to a compact pickup, it was a compact in the 1970s. Launched five years to the day after the Mustang, the Maverick would be popular, too, selling more than two million copies… more»

Ranchero Alternative: 1959 Chevrolet El Camino

Chevrolet rolled out the El Camino in 1959 as a coupe utility vehicle to keep up with the Ford Ranchero. Like the Ford, it was based on a 2-door station wagon. As a full-size vehicle, it only ran for… more»

Rare Roadster: 1965 Honda S600

Honda has a reputation for many things, and while build quality is chief among them, building raucous little sports cars isn’t far behind. And while I understand that high-revving coupes aren’t for everyone, the Honda S600 is a masterpiece… more»

Bring Bondo, Mohair, and Money: 1939 Packard Limousine

At one time, big prewar limousines were a hot commodity for restorers.  These symbols of meticulous craftsmanship and ostentatious wealth were sought after for their rarity.  With prewar prices falling and restoration costs reaching new heights, getting rid of… more»

Two Owners: 1978 AMC AMX

It is safe to say we all appreciate an enthusiast with a sense of humor. Therefore, it is hard not to admire the owner of this rare 1978 AMC AMX. It has fallen upon hard times and is begging… more»

Rare Sliding Roof: 1964 Studebaker Commander Wagonaire

Automotive history proves that an innovative approach alone is rarely enough to save a marque from extinction. Take Studebaker as a prime example. It introduced its Wagonaire model for the 1963 model year. This variant was a Station Wagon… more»

Tri-Power 350: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Project

This second-year Chevrolet Corvette appears to be at a reasonably good point in its restoration for the next owner to jump right in and see the project through to completion, but it’s also one of those cars that whoever… more»

The Highlander! 1972 Chevrolet C-10

Spicing up its outgoing trucks in this body style’s final year, Chevrolet offered three “Highlander” packages for ’72, and this 1972 Chevrolet C-10 in Shuqualak, Mississippi came decked out with the top level C package including tilt wheel, air… more»

Fiberglass Field Find: Devin Body

The physical deterioration of some project candidates will lead enthusiasts to place them in the “too hard” basket. However, some are so cheap they will leave potential buyers second-guessing whether they should accept the challenge of tackling a build…. more»

No Reserve: 1978 Ford Bronco

If you look beyond the surface corrosion and tired paint, this 1978 Ford Bronco offers a lot to a potential new owner. Returning it to a presentable state should be straightforward because it appears there is no penetrating rust… more»

Unfinished Business: 1970 Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda

In 1970, Chrysler produced two “pony cars” that were designed to compete on the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) circuit – the Dodge Challenger T/A and the Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda. Both were limited-production autos that were built for… more»

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