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Cheap Pair of Running 1976 Mercury Capris

In the 1970s, you could wander into your local Lincoln/Mercury dealer and find a small, sporty automobile that was scaled like a “pony car” (long hood/short deck). But you wouldn’t find any Mercury badging on it. The 1970-78 Capri… more»

Stored 31 Years! 1966 Ford Mustang

The 1966 model year holds the record for the American public’s love affair with the Ford Mustang. That year, more than 607,000 copies were built, far exceeding anything before or after. Beginning in 1967, serious competition would begin to… more»

64k Original Miles? 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Mileage claims will always spark debate amongst enthusiasts, with some questioning them and others viewing them as plausible. This 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is one such vehicle. The seller claims it has a genuine 64,000 miles showing on its… more»

Desert Roller: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

Chevrolet quickly expanded its product lineup in the 1960s. First the Corvair, then the Chevy II, and finally the Chevelle, all within a four-year span. The mid-size Chevelle got its first styling refresh in 1966, so the 1967 editions… more»

Healthy 302: 1974 Ford Bronco

Consumer tastes constantly evolve, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the automotive market. Sedans and their derivative dominated the 1960s and 1970s, but the 1980s saw the beginning of the rise of the minivan. Just when these… more»

Underbrush Find: Cheap 1977 Triumph TR7

The TR7 was a sports car that is distinguishable by its wedge-shaped appearance. It was produced from 1975 to 1982 and its largest market was for buyers in the U.S. More than 143,000 copies were produced, with three-quarters being… more»

Restore or Rod? 1954 Chevrolet Corvette

Chevrolet’s Corvette began as a distinctly American sports car to one-up the British cars that filled enthusiasts’ driveways and dreams in the post-war era. Seeing this 1954 Chevolet Corvette with fat Cragars and a dual-quad tunnel-ram jacked through the… more»

Parked in 1995! 1974 Dodge Dart Swinger

This 1974 Dodge Dart Swinger is a little gold nugget that proves there are wonderful classics hidden away awaiting liberation. The seller indicates it was parked in 1995, although it may have last seen the road in 2002. Its… more»

Driving Project: 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J

Some enthusiasts find a roadworthy project candidate irresistible. It allows them time to enjoy their new purchase while prioritizing the tasks required to regain the car’s former glory. That is the chance awaiting the new owner of this 1972… more»

Black Bird: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am

The 1976 Pontiac Trans Am was unique from the other years of the second generation Trans Am in that it had a different front end. It was also the last year for the 455 cubic inch V8 engine. This… more»

Affordable Project: 1968 Pontiac LeMans

Choosing an appropriate project candidate can be challenging, with some ticking more of the right boxes than others. Affordability can be a guiding factor, as can how complicated the build will likely be. This 1968 Pontiac LeMans shows promise… more»

Off-Road Warrior: 1959 Willys/Jeep CJ-5

The Willys CJ series of offroad vehicles had an impressive post-war run of 42 years. CJ stood for Civilian Jeep and evolved from the war effort transports that served our military (and country) so well. This CJ-5 is from… more»

Parked Since 1980! 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser

Borrowing a glamorous cue from the iconic Greyhound Scenicruiser, Oldsmobile made all the neighbors jealous with its glass roof-paneled Vista Cruiser wagons from 1964 to 1977. This shiny blue and white 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser in Hudson, New Hampshire… more»

Garage Find: 1970 Porsche 911

When you grow accustomed to seeing the same make and model presented as a recent discovery, you can grow numb to the listings when they appear. These days, it seems like everyone is posting an air-cooled 911 for sale,… more»

Rare D-500 Powered 1961 Dodge Polara Convertible!

1961 didn’t go down as a very good year for Dodge, with overall sales plummeting more than half from the previous year, pushing the company from sixth down to ninth place in the U.S. market.  But fast-forward more than… more»

Driving Project: 1970 Dodge Charger

Finding a project candidate that provides immediate classic motoring pleasure can be challenging, but that is what this 1970 Dodge Charger offers. It runs and drives perfectly, and it seems a new owner with reasonable welding skills might be… more»