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No Reserve: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

The Pontiac Trans Am was a survivor of the performance car world, defying the odds to sell in significant numbers as the 1970s closed. This 1979 model is a solid classic that the seller has listed with additional parts…. more»

Project Pontiac: 1941 Torpedo Deluxe Two-Door Sedan

Pontiac dropped the Torpedo onto the market in 1940, reserving the name only for its largest and most well-appointed line of cars. That car was built on GM’s C-body chassis with a majestic 122-inch wheelbase, and it was equipped… more»

Yard Find: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

The “Tri-Five” Chevrolets of 1955 to 1957 would be big sellers for General Motors – with nearly five million copies. One of the most desirable models was the ’57 Bel Air Sport Coupe like the seller’s car. Unfortunately, it’s… more»

Update: 1978 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon

UPDATE – This 1978 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon is for sale again after recently being shown here by Michelle in an eBay Auction in February. It’s now posted here on craigslist in Rillito, Arizona, just northwest of Tucson, and… more»

Maserati Engine: 19K-Mile 1973 Citroen SM

“Trust the SM. You’d be surprised what a machine can do when it knows you believe in it. Easy on the steering wheel. Handle it gently. Don’t overwhelm the SM. It will do what you want it to. The… more»

Two 1942 Dodge Power Wagon Carryalls

If you’re having trouble finding a gift for that someone who already has everything, how about a pair of 1942 Dodge WC-53s? They were used by the Army during World War II and eventually found their way to Alaska…. more»

Owned For 22 Years: 1970 Plymouth Satellite

This 1970 Plymouth Satellite would have been a classy car the day it rolled off the showroom floor. Its paint and vinyl top combination screamed class, while the V8 engine provided enough power and performance to satisfy most owners…. more»

Stored 45 Years: 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190SL

The Mercedes-Benz 190SL lived many years in the shadow of the 300SL, and then it began to tick up in value when collectors realized they were priced out of the gullwing game. The 190SL shown here is the sort… more»

BF Auction: 1949 Packard Super Deluxe Eight LWB Sedan

UPDATE – The seller has provided additional photos of the car. They have been added to the photo gallery below. Post-war models from Packard always possessed presence, with their owners signaling to the world that they were a success…. more»

Tidy Driver: 1969 Buick GS 350

Finding a running and driving classic with flaws the new owner can address at their leisure is almost irresistible. Such cars allow buyers to immediately enjoy the ownership experience while leaving the required tasks as a satisfying project to… more»

Kiwi Import: 1954 Austin A30

Some cars can accumulate significant mileage without turning a wheel. This 1954 Austin A30 is one such vehicle. It started life plying the roads of New Zealand before departing the Land of the Long White Cloud to find its… more»

Third Time Lucky? 1937 Morris Eight Series I Two-Seat Tourer

UPDATE 04/23/2023: Selling a classic car can be challenging, especially when the vehicle caters to a niche market. Such is the case with this 1937 Morris Eight Two-Seat Tourer. It is a rare little beast because even though the… more»

1-of-2,183: 1932 NSU 501 OS

Although often recognized immediately for cars like the Prinze and ground-breaking Ro 80, NSU was, at one stage, the world’s largest producer of motorcycles. However, some models are rarer than others. Such is the case with the 1932 NSU… more»

Rat Rod Corvette? 1958 C1

It isn’t very often you see an early Corvette with a patina like this 1958 has. Since Corvettes are fiberglass, they don’t show layers of paint and primer over surface rust like other cars. This one was originally Silver… more»

No Reserve LT1: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette

A red Corvette is one of those cars that instantly brings a smile to my face, every time I spot one.  It’s just one of those immediately recognizable American works of art that artists write songs about and people… more»

Forced Sale: 1966 Alfa Romeo 1600 Spider

Being forced to part with a beloved project car before the build concludes is difficult. When the decision stems from significant health issues, the pill is more bitter and difficult to swallow. That is the case with this 1966… more»

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