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Mostly Solid Roller: 1960 Chevrolet Biscayne

Except for its first model year, the Chevy Biscayne was their entry-level full-size through 1975. If you were looking for functionality and a minimum of creature comforts, this was your car. The seller has a 1960 Biscayne 2-door sedan… more»

Rear Ended! 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

The second-generation Chevy Camaro ended its 12-year run in 1981, as did its cousin, the Pontiac Firebird. The cars continued to sell well, especially the Firebird Trans Am after the Smokey and the Bandit movies of the late 1970s…. more»

Fiberglass Fun: 1973 Saab Sonett III Project

Hollywood’s weirdest productions occasionally turn into cult classics. So it is with vintage cars – a lucky few models ignite a fervor completely out of proportion to their performance, sales statistics, and popularity at the time. The AMC Pacer,… more»

Original 427: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

It is important never to judge a book by its cover because it could be the ideal way to miss out on a promising classic project. That might be the case with this 1968 Corvette Convertible. Its tired exterior… more»

10-Passenger Wagon: 1968 Ford Country Squire

The Country Squire was Ford’s top-of-the-line station wagon for more than 40 years. It began in 1950 as the age of the wood-bodied wagons was coming to an end, and then used wood-like paneling for the rest of the… more»

British Head, American Body: 1976 Chevrolet Cosworth Vega

Think back to the early seventies.  Sporty, lightweight coupes like the BMW 2002 lookeld like they were going to be a significant segment of the marketplace.  Chevrolet wanted a piece of that action, so they looked to Britain for… more»

Project Pickup: 1968 Ford Ranchero 500

From 1957 to 1979, the Ranchero was a staple in the Ford lineup. Technically a coupe utility, it was often referred to as a “gentleman’s pickup” because it was based on a car platform, not a truck. This fourth-generation… more»

French, and Aluminum: Panhard Dyna Z

Conventional wisdom pegs Mercedes or Peugeot as the first automaker, and yes, both made early versions of what can be considered a car. But Panhard et Levassor is often considered the first production automobile company in the world, commencing… more»

BF Auction: 1949 Kurtis Sport Car KB 001!

There has long been debate about what was the first genuine American sports car, with some people pinning that label on the Chevrolet Corvette. However, more knowledgeable individuals point the finger at the Kurtis Sport Car (KSC), even though… more»

396/4-Speed: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

There is something undeniably sad about seeing a classic and desirable muscle car reduced to a rusting hulk. This is particularly true when the car is a 1970 Chevelle SS 396. It is a vehicle that, even in its… more»

Droptop Project: 1956 Mercury Montclair

The Montclair doesn’t seem to get an excessive amount of ink these days in automotive forums, and that’s kind of a shame as it was a pretty cool and somewhat premium offering from Ford’s Mercury division lineup beginning in… more»

Stretch Déjà Vu: 1985 Chrysler Executive Limo

Updated January 29, 2023 In the 1980s, the New Yorker was still Chrysler’s top-level car, although it rode on a smaller K-Car platform than in the 1970s. If you wanted to get a limo version of the automobile, it… more»

Needs Attention: 1977 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow

The Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow perhaps exemplifies the “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous” like no other automobile. Hand-made with luxurious features at every turn, the Rolls-Royce is a car for those who want to treat themselves well and don’t… more»

Rusty Restoration: 1969 Dodge Charger

Although it currently cuts a sad figure, this 1969 Dodge Charger could become a stunning classic. It is a blank canvas because although it retains its original drivetrain, the buyer might decide to slot in something more potent to… more»

West Texas Barn Find: 1958 Pontiac Chieftain

The west Texas sun can wreak havoc on everything – humans, animals, buildings, the ground, and especially on vehicles. This 1958 Pontiac Chieftain can be found listed here on eBay in El Paso, Texas, where the sun shines an… more»

Unfinished Project: 1970 Chevrolet El Camino

The seller describes this 1970 Chevrolet El Camino as an unfinished project, and it has sure generated some interest in the classic community. It presents well as a driver-quality vehicle, and its healthy drivetrain means the new owner could… more»

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