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Engine Not Included: 1981 Porsche 911

This is a strange one: this 1981 Porsche 911 Targa sports a few different modifications and was apparently set up with an upgraded 3.0L engine before the current owners decided to return the car back to a stock configuration… more»

30-Year Barn Dweller: 1959 AMC Metropolitan

The Metropolitan was an English car intended for the U.S. market. Nearly 100,000 were imported between 1953 and 1961, giving the VW Beetle some competition. They were interesting little cars that fascinated me for some reason back in the… more»

Police Interceptor Project: 1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria

In addition to Chrysler, Ford was a big supplier of vehicles for police use. The LTD Crown Victoria from 1980 to 1991 was especially popular when equipped with the Police Package (aka Interceptor). These cars came with everything heavy-duty… more»

Cheap No Reserve 1980 Chevrolet El Camino

Pity the fifth-generation Chevrolet El Camino (’78-’87), they just don’t attract the interest that earlier generations do. Chevrolet did a nice job of getting the size right but they seemed to miss the boat in other areas. So, with… more»

Field Find Project: 1955 Mercury Montclair

The Montclair was a new edition to the Mercury portfolio in 1955, slotted above the more pedestrian (if a Mercury could be thought of that way) Monterey. Montclair would comprise nearly one-third of all Mercury production that year and… more»

BF Auction: 1955 Packard Caribbean

UPDATE – The seller sent us a photo of this Packard loaded up in a trailer and it should already be with its new owner! To have a restoration stall because an owner passes away is always tragic, but… more»

The Afterlife Car: 1983 Avanti II

Few automobiles have had the afterlife story of the Studebaker Avanti. After failing in 1963-64 due to the weak finances of its parent, the car was resurrected in 1965 and would stick around in some fashion until 2006. This… more»

Rare Brit: 1953 MG TD Mark II

Relative rarity often ignites debate in the classic world as various people argue for and against its importance to a car’s potential value. That will probably be the case with this 1953 MG TD because it is 1-of-1,710 examples… more»

Rumble Seat Project: 1933 Plymouth PC

Chrysler Corp. created Plymouth in 1928 to have a low-priced entry in the highly competitive auto market. The new PC editions would come along in 1933, bringing with them six-cylinder power for the first time. This ’33 edition is… more»

Original 454: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette

Choosing the right project candidate can be challenging, particularly for a vehicle like a C3 Corvette. The biggest issue is that Chevrolet provided buyers with so many options that knowing the best combination can be challenging. However, most enthusiasts… more»

Fresh 350: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

We’re often told not to judge a book by its cover, and that is definitely the case with this 1969 Corvette Convertible. It looks tired and sad, but scratching below the surface produces some pleasant surprises. It will take… more»

Stored for 30 Years: 1956 Austin-Healey 100-4 BN2

This 1956 Austin-Healey 100-4 BN2 recently emerged after more than three decades in storage. Its history is unclear, although its complete nature and lack of significant rust make it a prime candidate for restoration. The 100-4 follows the lead… more»

Spare Frame, Too! 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

Other than the introduction of a new engine, the 1962 Corvette was much like the 1961 Corvette. It was the last of the first generation C1 ‘Vettes and hit record sales numbers up to that point. This ’62 edition… more»

BF Auction: 1963 Chrysler 300J

UPDATE – The seller has decided to lower their reserve significantly! Also, a reader contacted us to let us know that this car might be a rare Pace Setter hardtop! We are doing our own research, so stay tuned… more»

Cheap Wheels Project? 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider

The Spider was one of Alpha Romeo’s most enduring nameplates, built in four generations from 1966 to 1994. It would be Alfa Romeo’s last rear-wheel-drive product until the mid-2000s. We don’t know much about this 1980 edition (2nd generation)… more»

327/4-Speed: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS

Even though the Chevrolet Impala had been around since 1958, it wasn’t until ’61 on the third generation of cars that the Super Sport first became available, and with a new body style for the 1965 model things really… more»

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