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Loads of Patina! 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix

The Grand Prix debuted in 1962 as Pontiac’s personal luxury car with a performance twist. The third generation arrived in 1969 and was a great looking automobile (IMO until they cut back to single headlights in 1971). This 1970… more»

Single Family Drop-Top: 1957 Pontiac Star Chief

Until 1957, the Star Chief was a top-line Pontiac automobile. That’s when the Bonneville was introduced as a limited production convertible with fuel injection. Because that was an expensive car, buyers were few at 630 copies. But you could… more»

30th Anniversary Project: 1997 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

It’s always a little startling to see a car that was considered quite desirable back when new in sorry shape today. The Chevrolet Camaro 30th Anniversary edition combined a generous standard equipment list with a few subtle touches paying… more»

First Gen Project: 1973 Datsun 240Z

One of the stronger debates in the project car world is if you should let something like the transmission deter you from pursuing a revival. The automatic vs. manual question is a justifiable concern, especially if the vehicle in… more»

Basic Wheels: 1978 Chevrolet Nova

The Chevy Nova enjoyed a long run on its rear-wheel-drive platform. From 1962 to 1979, it was probably the best-selling compact car of its era. This 1978 edition may have things that will turn off some buyers, such as… more»

Pole Barn Find: 1969 Ford Torino Super Cobra Jet

Ford redesigned its mid-size cars in 1968 and introduced the Torino nameplate as top-dog. In 1969, if you were looking for all-out performance, you opted for a Torino Cobra and went for the R-code Super Cobra Jet engine (428… more»

No Reserve: 1969 Dodge Charger Roller

This 1969 Dodge Charger would have been an attractive, potent beast in its prime. It has been reduced to a shadow of its former self and is a rolling project requiring plenty of work before it terrorizes the streets… more»

Caddy 500 Power: No Reserve 1969 Buick Skylark

Detroit enjoys a well-earned reputation for producing an incredibly diverse range of V8 engines. Some are quite small and humble, while others are monsters. This 1969 Buick Skylark features a motor falling into the latter category. The seller discarded… more»

Triple Project Deal: 3 Sunbeam Alpines/Tiger Builds

If you’ve ever thought about building a Sunbeam Tiger, or at least something inspired by one, this craigslist listing out of Qualicum Beach might be the kind of bundle that gets your attention. Instead of one project, you’re getting… more»

Pair of 1976-75 Cadillac Eldorado Convertibles

The curtain was closing (at least temporarily) for most convertibles in the mid-1970s. Except for Cadillac, the last of General Motors’ drop-tops (except Corvette) were built in 1975. The Caddy Eldorado got a reprieve for another year, and sales… more»

Running Project: 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Monza

The first-generation of the Chevy Corvair wrapped up in 1964. And it was the best so far with a larger engine (up from 145 to 164 cubic inches) and changes to the suspension that should have pleased Ralph Nader…. more»

Fuelie Project With History: 1960 Chevrolet Corvette

A fuel-injected 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is already a big deal, but this one adds a few extra layers to the story. Listed on eBay, this car is described as an original fuel-injection example that’s been in the same family… more»

Drive Or Restore? 1970 Dodge Charger 500

Mopar enthusiasts who bought a Dodge Charger 500 in 1969 were in for a real treat, as it featured the uniqueness of a flush-mounted rear window and front grille, which Chrysler hoped would improve aerodynamics enough to make the… more»

20K-Mile Barn Find: 1964 Jeep Wagoneer

Just as Pontiac is given credit (most of the time) for starting the muscle car era, I think we can safely say that Willys/Jeep kickstarted the Sports Utility Vehicle craze way back in the mid-1940s. It wasn’t until 1963,… more»

Half-Finished but Full of Potential: 1930 Ford Model A

Here’s a 1930 Ford Model A coupe out of Columbus, Texas that feels like it’s sitting right in the middle of a story. It’s listed on eBay with a clean Texas title, and while it’s not being presented as… more»

Your New Home? 1956 Milwaukee Road Caboose

What would you do with a former railroad caboose? Appearing to have been parked (sided?) for years or maybe decades, we don’t know too much about the history of this 1956 Milwaukee Road Caboose. It can be found listed… more»