In the late 1960s/early 1970s, Chrysler had a plethora of wild colors for their hot cars. Like Plum Crazy and Hemi Orange. Not to be outdone, American Motors had a smaller assortment of crazy color choices in the “Big… more»
Project Cars
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French Fiberglass: 1966 Matra D’Jet V
René Bonnet was one busy guy. Not only was he manufacturing automobiles, but he was also racing for Renault. It was his affiliation with Renault that caused Bonnet to leave his first automaking endeavor, a partnership with Charles Deutsche… more»
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Original 1971 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible 4-Speed
Many purists believe that 1971 marked the turning point for the American muscle car. General Motors marques began detuning their high-performance V8s as tightening emission standards loomed while rising insurance costs drove many enthusiasts to seek less potent and… more»
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Roller With Patina: 1974 Dodge Challenger
Declining sales led Chrysler to pull the plug on both the Plymouth Barracuda and Dodge Challenger in 1974. The latter saw a production of little more than 11,000 copies before the end came in April, almost 10 years to… more»
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Estate Sale Find: 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air
The Bel Air was born in 1950 as a 2-door hardtop with an exclusive roofline. That would continue until 1953 when the name attorned all of Chevrolet’s top-end automobiles. The cars received new sheet metal in 1953, so the… more»
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No Reserve 1965 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback
When selecting a candidate for a project build, an enthusiast’s decision will usually be driven by their vision for the finished product. If a faithful restoration is the goal, an essentially complete and unmolested car is the obvious choice…. more»
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Crazy 1975 Dodge Woodsman 4×4 Camper
According to the seller, this 1975 Dodge Woodsman 4×4 camper is one of only eight made. There were several versions of Woodsman’s produced over the years, but apparently, the 4×4 version with a bare aluminum body was very rare…. more»
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V8 Swapped! 1971 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ55
The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ55 was introduced in August of 1967. Dedicated to being a wagon from the start, the FJ55 replaced the FJ45LV, basically an FJ40 wagon. The FJ55 was marketed in the U.S. as an alternative to… more»
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Stored For 25 Years: 1979 Ford Pinto
During the 1960s and 1970s, Ford developed a reputation for producing new models in an almost unbelievably short timeframe. The Pinto was a perfect example, with the car going from concept to the showroom in forty-three months, which was… more»
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Well Built Kit Car: 1929 Gazelle
Once we were a nation of builders. Long before the internet was around, and when cable TV consisted of twelve channels, people actually went out to their garages and built things. One of the more popular pastimes for such… more»
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Clone Project: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
Owning a genuine 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396 can be beyond the reach of many enthusiasts, and that situation is unlikely to change. That is where well-executed clones or tributes step in to fill the void. They offer the… more»
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Dover White Project: 1965 BMW R27
I have a soft spot for vintage BMWs of almost every stripe, and that includes the two-wheeled variety. The post-war years saw BMW emerge as a fledgling company looking to rebound from the devastation of WWII, and its motorcycle… more»
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1 of 326: 1980s Pulse Autocycle
Although the Pulse Autocycle looks a lot like an airplane, it’s technically a motorcycle with three wheels and (usually) a Yamaha drivetrain. Only a few hundred of these were built during the 1980s and it’s likely just a few… more»
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BF Auction: 1961 Volkswagen Samba Deluxe 23-Window
Finding yourself with too many projects and selling one with the finish line in sight can be difficult. However, that is the decision the owner of this 1961 Volkswagen Samba Deluxe 23-Window Bus faced. With the panels and paint… more»
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Free Wheelin! 1979 Ford Bronco XLT
The classic Bronco market has been super hot lately, especially after its re-introduction by Ford in 2020. While first-generations get most of the attention, second-gens are on the rise also. Produced for only two years from 1978 to 1979,… more»
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Solid Restorer: 1973 Ford Bronco
It is often said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, which is undoubtedly true of the classic scene. One person’s interpretation of vehicle condition and originality may vary from another’s. That is the case with this… more»
