Sometimes the best stories in the car world begin in a dusty garage or tucked away in a forgotten corner of a property. That’s the case with this 1963 Ford Falcon, a true barn find located in Fallbrook, California,… more»
Project Cars
Limo Project: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL
To me, one of the more intriguing projects to take on is an old limo. Now, not just your run-of-the-mill Town Car or Cadillac, but something more exotic. We’ve all seen the random Porsche 911 stretch, or the Corvette… more»
Rarely Seen Wagon: 1966 Checker Marathon
For most of the second half of the 20th Century, if you flagged down a Yellow Cab in a big city, there’s a fair chance you got to ride in a Checker. Built like tanks, these beasts were big,… more»
Plum Crazy Project: 1970 Dodge Charger 500
Just one year separating a car moniker can change things substantially, and the number 500 is a key example when it comes to the Dodge Charger. Back in ’69, the Charger 500 was a separate model that featured a… more»
289/4-Speed: 1966 Ford Fairlane 500 XL Convertible
Choosing an appropriate project candidate is often challenging, but this 1966 Ford Fairlane 500 XL Convertible deserves more than a passing glance. Its mechanical specifications promise respectable performance with scope to extract performance gains from the V8 under the… more»
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»
