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Gold Anniversary: 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS

Chevrolet celebrated 50 years of car building in 1962 and built a limited number of Impalas wearing a special Anniversary Gold coat of paint. That includes this Super Sport that looks mostly original but has a more modern engine… more»

A Worthy Project: 1931 Ford Model A Pickup

In one of the mysteries of life, Model A Ford prices are on the rise.  This is in almost direct contrast to the rest of the prewar herd.  Why is that?  Perhaps the simple, elegant simplicity that made the… more»

Driver Project: 1958 Chevrolet Corvette

The Chevy Corvette received two notable styling updates in 1958. This was the first year they would wear quad headlights and the hood gained that louvered “washboard” look. Mechanically a 283 cubic inch V8 continued to deliver power to… more»

Original 428 Super Cobra Jet: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Although the First Generation Mustang is considered the genesis of the pony car segment, specific versions blurred the line between a pony car and a genuine muscle car. This 1969 Mach 1 is a perfect example, with its engine… more»

Drive it Home: 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 Hardtop

So, do you fancy an Arizona holiday with an affordable project car that you could drive home as the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow? That dream could become a reality with this 1966 Ford Galaxie… more»

First Year Project: 1966 Ford Bronco

Ford had high hopes for the model when it introduced the First Generation Bronco in 1966. The initial reception was positive, but sales subsequently floundered. However, a largely unloved vehicle has found new legs in the classic community. This… more»

Last Registered in 1956: Crosley Super Wagon

Once again, from the fertile imagination of Powel Crosley and just out of sixty-seven years of storage, we have a Crosley vehicle for consideration. This one is on craigslist, a CD Super Wagon, with an asking price of $8500…. more»

No Reserve: 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible

There is something undeniably attractive about a project car that runs well and is roadworthy. It allows a new owner to indulge immediately in the classic motoring experience while planning their restoration strategies. That is the opportunity offered by… more»

Factory A/C: 1957 Dodge Coronet Lancer

Chrysler head stylist Virgil Exner must have worked overtime in designing the “Forward Look” cars of 1957-59. They appeared nothing like what came before them and inspired others in the industry to adopt a lower, longer, wider look to… more»

Please Finish This Hot Rod: 1934 Ford Coupe

Many consider American hot rods to be an art form of sorts.  Art museums have made a lot of money displaying carefully curated exhibitions of the most beautiful among these vehicles.  One of the most popular canvases for this… more»

Continental Kit! 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Barn Find

The third most popular Bel Air for Chevrolet in 1957 was the Hardtop Sport Sedan, a pillarless 4-door that accounted for sales of more than 142,500 copies. But how many of those were fitted with the exterior Continental Kit… more»

19k Original Miles: 1973 Pontiac Firebird Esprit

Making extraordinary mileage claims about a classic car can be fraught with danger, especially if a seller doesn’t hold verifying evidence. Take this 1973 Pontiac Firebird Esprit as a prime example. The seller claims it has a genuine 19,178… more»

Which Would you Pick? Pair of 1955 Ford Thunderbirds

Decisions, decisions! That is what potentially faces some enthusiasts when they view this seller’s listing. They have a pair of 1955 Ford Thunderbird projects for sale, each with attributes making it attractive. One may have a slight edge, but… more»

In the Barn for 48 Years! 1958 Edsel

Almost everyone is familiar with the Edsel story. The late 1950s product ended up being the wrong car at the wrong time, though it was not a bad automobile. But sales numbers were a huge disappointment and Ford Motor… more»

Too Far Gone? 1964½ Ford Mustang Convertible

Time and the elements can exact a heavy toll on classic cars, and this 1964½ Mustang Convertible is no exception. It was located as part of an estate cleanout, and to say it has rust issues would be understating… more»

Running Project: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

The second-generation Chevy Camaro was in wind-down mode. The platform had been used since 1970 and a new Camaro was coming in 1982. Also, the economy wasn’t doing well, and sales dropped by half from the year before. And… more»