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Early Example? 1971 De Tomaso Pantera

Lee Iacocca was a master at spotting a gap within Ford’s model range and devising the right car to plug that gap. Most vehicles were company-developed, but the De Tomaso Pantera represented an attempt to incorporate a car from… more»

Rebuilt 455: 1969 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible

The badge is a giveaway. The 442 was Oldsmobile’s main contribution to the muscle car era, and although our feature car is begging for love, it has the potential to be transformed from its current “ugly-duckling” state into a… more»

Rotary Tragedy: 1993 Mazda RX-7

If you follow sports cars of a certain era, you likely know that the early 90s were a bit of a peak for Japanese imports. This was the time in which every major manufacturer was churning out a high-end… more»

Air-Cooled Mystery: 1971 Porsche 911

It’s amazing how little you can say about a car these days if it’s the right vehicle. When it comes to air-cooled Porsches, even within a cooling market, you can still know (or pretend to know) relatively little and… more»

1973 Buick Century Regal Coupe 455 V8

Buick’s entry into the personal luxury market was its Riviera, but as the segment grew, the division needed a lower-priced offering. Enter the Century Regal. Based on the GM A-body platform, the Regal presented the buyer with copious woodgrain… more»

Needs Brakes: 1978 Triumph Spitfire 1500

With winter rapidly approaching, now is the ideal time to splash some cash on a classic British sports car. I can hear some of you sighing and contemplating whether I have lost touch with reality because driving around in… more»

Easy Project: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Sitting in this shed is a classic that has spent decades in hibernation. The 1963 Corvette Convertible was recently revived, and an inspection by the seller confirms it is a solid vehicle that is a prime candidate for a… more»

Parked For Years: 1971 Jeepster Commando V6

52 years is a long time for any of us no matter our age. Some of us (not me) weren’t even born yet when this 1971 Jeepster Commando was made. They’re really interesting vehicles and this one looks great… more»

400 V8 Project: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

The seller bought this 1969 Chevy Camaro more than 40 years ago to restore it and has accumulated $30,000 in receipts over the last several decades. It seems to be your basic Camaro except that the 307 cubic inch… more»

Attention Patina Fans! 1957 Pontiac Super Chief

In 1955-57, the Pontiac Chieftain used the same platform as the “Tri-Five” Chevies, though the sales numbers were less. In 1957, the Super Chief was introduced as a top trim level on the Chieftain, making it roughly equal to… more»

Yard Find: 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible

The highly successful Ford Mustang got its first restyle in 1967, just as competition was entering the field. The car had a slightly bigger appearance and could now accommodate big-block engines under the hood. Nearly 45,000 convertibles were built… more»

Flood Victim: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda

The last generation of the Plymouth Barracuda ran from 1970 to 1974 and is considered highly collectible today. This ’70 Barracuda is noteworthy for two reasons. First, it has been modified from its build date with a different engine… more»

Flat Fender: 1964 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon

Like many 4x4s, the Power Wagon sprang from wartime development. Conflict in foreign lands meant vehicles had to go anywhere and get back, hopefully in one piece. The civilian rendition of Dodge’s WC military truck, this flat-fendered 1964 WM300… more»

Turbo 2.2 Liter: 1985 Dodge Charger Shelby

This 1985 Dodge Charger Shelby was parked in 1995 and is said to be a one owner vehicle. It was sent to us by numskal who found it listed here on Craigslist. The seller is asking $500 in its… more»

Sat 24 Years Under Trees: 1952 Chevrolet 3600 Pickup

This cool old Chevy farm truck has potential – and patina – written all over it. It’s from Central Kansas, was last registered in 1999, and was rescued from a tree row where it had sat for more than… more»

Barn Find V12: 1972 Jaguar E-Type 2+2

There’s no replacement for displacement boasts the seller of this 1972 Jaguar E-Type for sale here on Craigslist, and when there’s a V12 lurking under the hood here his point is kind of difficult to dispute.  Jaguar began producing… more»