Project Cars

Patina Time Capsule: 1959 Chevrolet Apache

Up for grabs here on eBay is a genuine slice of American truck history, a 1959 Chevrolet Apache. With 83,861 miles on the clock and a weathered patina finish that tells its own story, this Apache is being sold… more»

Cheap $900 Convertible: 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass

Timing belt breaks are never a welcome occurrence, and the severity results can vary from just a simple replacement to significant internal engine damage.  Unfortunately, the cambelt snapping on this 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme has resulted in the car… more»

Crusty 1968 Buick Skylark Needs Some Love

The images of this 1968 Buick Skylark kind of make you wonder: Is it being trailered to somewhere, or has it just come from somewhere? If the latter, then it appears that someone “drug this bad boy out of… more»

Unmolested Wagon: 1960 Studebaker Lark VIII

In 1958 and 1959, American Motors and Studebaker introduced new compact cars that led to a revolution with the Detroit “Big 3” in the 1960s. The new Lark is just what the doctor ordered for struggling Studebaker, but in… more»

BF Auction: 1972 Toyota FJ55 Land Cruiser

If we label the Jeep CJ, the Land Rover, and the Toyota FJ40 as the first “Hall of Fame” class of off-roading, the FJ55 Land Cruiser must at least deserve an honorable mention. Along with the Jeep Wagoneer, it… more»

1 of 15 Made: 1995 Isuzu Navette RV

When it comes to RVs, the sky is the limit as it relates to makes and models. However, this is the first time I’ve ever seen something called an Isuzu Navette that sports an extremely streamlined front end with… more»

409 V8 Bubbletop: 1961 Chevrolet Impala Project

The 1961 model year was the last for a “bubbletop” Chevrolet with Impala badging. The next year, the Impala Sport Coupe was treated to a formal roofline, but the second-tier Bel Air would soldier on with that style of… more»

Rare Find: 1931 Ford Model A Slant Window Taxi Project

Offered in California with a clear title and an incredible backstory, this 1931 Ford Model A Slant Window Four-Door Sedan is more than just a restoration project, it’s a historical time capsule with character and potential. Included in the… more»

Crown Vic Drivetrain Swap: 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle

And now for something from the “Just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should” department. Today, for your review, we have, courtesy of Don’t Need Credit, a 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle that has undergone the most unusual transformation…. more»

1964 Buick Skylark Convertible Project

The prime annual season for operating a convertible in many parts of the country may be drawing to a close soon, but this 1964 Buick Skylark droptop appears solid enough that it could potentially be ready to enjoy by… more»

Factory 421/4-Speed: 1965 Pontiac 2+2 Project

What does it take to find a 1965 Pontiac 2+2 for under ten grand? It’s going to need to look a little like the car pictured above, which Barn Finds reader Curvette spotted on craigslist in Bremerton, Washington. While the asking… more»

Rusty Roller: $2,850 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

Chevrolet sold more than 1.5 million cars in 1957 – and they may be the most-sought-after of the “Tri-Five” Chevies today. The Sport Coupe is at the top of the list, along with the convertible and Nomad Sport Wagon…. more»

1971 Pontiac Firebird 455 HO Project

Want to grab one of the last great factory muscle cars of the original era? This 1971 Pontiac Trans Am 455 HO might be your next project. You can see it here on ebay, where it has a somewhat… more»

Worth Restoring? 1967 Pontiac GTO Project

When shopping for a classic to restore, condition is always a key factor to consider, and one of the most important things to ponder before making a purchase commitment.  It’s not uncommon for some sellers to post autos that… more»

Rough Rare Drop-Top: 1968 Plymouth GTX

The GTX was Plymouth’s upscale mid-size muscle car offered between 1967 and 1971. It was the companion to the more budget-conscious Road Runner, which arrived in 1968. GTXs are far rarer today, especially as convertibles, as only 1,026 were… more»

Flair Bird Project: 1966 Ford Thunderbird

When the Ford Thunderbirds dropped the 2-seat format, they became known as “Square Birds” (1958-60). That generation was followed by the “Bullet Birds” of 1961-63. The next iteration, including the seller’s 1966 T-Bird, was sometimes dubbed the “Flair Birds”,… more»

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