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Project + Parts Car: 1960 Dodge Matador

Dodge began the 1960s with a whole new naming logic for its automobiles. Out were the Coronet, Custom, Custom Royal, and Lancer, and in were the Dart, Matador, and Polara. The Matador had a lower level of trim but… more»

No Reserve 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J

This 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix J proves we should never judge a book by its cover. It features tired paint and visible rust, but below the skin beats a heart of pure gold. It has ticked the boxes for… more»

290 HP V8! 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302

Ford produced the Boss 302 for two years, 1969 and 1970, to help improve its standing in auto racing, specifically the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA). Its 302 cubic inch V8 differed from the one in Ford’s family… more»

’42 Or ’46? Second-Gen Chevrolet Suburban

I find this 1942 Chevrolet Suburban interesting for two reasons. First, the Suburban nameplate, first introduced in 1935, is the oldest U.S. automotive model name in continual use. And second, finding a domestic 1942-anything is a surprise as so… more»

1970 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400 Project

General Motors redesigned its two pony cars in 1970, the Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird. But complications arose in getting the new bodies ready for production and the automobiles didn’t hit dealer showrooms until February of the new calendar… more»

No Reserve Donation: 1992 Range Rover

A few years ago, I was a Range Rover owner for about two months with a long-wheelbase version of the truck shown here. More on that later, but let’s talk about this fine specimen that ended up with my… more»

SS 396 Tribute: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Convertible

Sometimes, owning a genuine example of a desirable classic can be ruinously expensive and beyond the means of many enthusiasts. However, a well-executed tribute can provide a similar ownership experience at a fraction of the price. That is what… more»

Stroker Powered Project: 1972 Chevrolet Nova SS

In 1972, Chevrolet built about 12,300 copies of the Nova Super Sport which came with an L48 350 that had been detuned a bit to meet growing emissions control requirements. This 1972 Nova may or may not be a… more»

Tahitian Turquoise 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Coupe

The Corvair was introduced in 1960 as a compact but family-friendly car. With its motor out back, the flat-floored cabin could accommodate six passengers in a pinch, and the front trunk was huge. The car had plenty of punch… more»

Pair of Yard Find Triumph TR3As

The TR3A was the unofficial name for an updated version of the successful Triumph TR3, which was in production overall from 1955 to 1962. The cars were never badged with the letter “A” nor were the next updated TR3s… more»

Rock-Solid Restorer: 1968 Dodge Charger R/T 440

Project candidates come in all shapes and sizes, with some posing more significant challenges than others. Some enthusiasts itch to park a classic in their workshop that they can transform into the car of their dreams, but finding one… more»

Air-Cooled Garage Find: 1968 Porsche 912

The arrival of the Porsche 911 in 1963 changed the automotive business forever – an inflection point that we best appreciate in hindsight. But the existence of the 911 prompted one unintended consequence immediately: the 356 – Porsche’s mainstay… more»

Two Engines! 1967 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser Project

From 1964 to 1972, the Olds Vista Cruiser was a unique station wagon. Based on the mid-size Cutlass, it had a raised roofline behind the front seat with skylights added for the rear passengers. This unusual body style was… more»

One Owner Project: 1978 Chevrolet Monza Spyder 2+2

It seems almost inevitable that an owner will advertise a car that has sat for decades, making an outrageous mileage claim courtesy of its lack of use. That makes this 1978 Chevrolet Monza Spyder 2+2 a refreshing change. It… more»

Off-Road Project: 1970 Action Age Got’cha

Some classics deserve to be treated seriously and with deep respect, while others offer an ownership experience full of laughs and adventure. This 1970 Action Age Got’cha fits into the second category, and the listing suggests it requires only… more»

BF Auction: 1966 Ford Mustang Coupe

First Generation Mustangs make excellent project candidates because an owner has a world of choices available to personalize their classic to help it stand out from the crowd. The battle tends to be finding a solid candidate that doesn’t… more»

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