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BF Auction: 1972 Continental Mark IV

For the Ford Motor Company, cars like this 1972 Continental Mark IV occupy an important place in automotive history. These cars were a triumph of badge engineering while also allowing the Continental to continue to outsell Cadillac’s Eldorado. This… more»

911-Powered: 1984 Cimbria SS Gullwing

Sometime in the 1970s – no one is exactly sure when – a guy named Joe Palumbo running Amore Cars Ltd in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, introduced the “Super Star of Kit Cars“. He called it the Cimbria. Exactly which car… more»

Sunburned Pony: 1966 Ford Mustang

  Ford’s new “pony car” was just hitting its stride in 1966. More than 600,000 Mustangs were built that year before demand tapered off from 1967-on as competitors entered the marketplace. This 1966 Mustang coupe is being offered by… more»

Holley R&D Vehicle: 1990 Ford Mustang LX

Test cars are an interesting phenomenon of the collector car world. They don’t necessarily have a ton of additional value beyond a vehicle looked after by a private owner, but they’re still very cool finds in their own right…. more»

Affordable V8 Survivor: 1956 Chevrolet 210 4-Door Sedan

Some enthusiasts will look at a classic car and have clear and unwavering visions of its future. Others will struggle as they ponder whether preservation, restoration or a custom build is the most appropriate path. That is the decision… more»

Driving Project: 1973 Ford Bronco

Determining when the bubble might burst for any vehicle in the classic world can be challenging. The First Generation Bronco is a perfect example because although values have fluctuated in recent months, they have genuinely trended up slightly. The… more»

Potential GTO Clone? 1965 Pontiac Tempest

Pontiac launched the Tempest as its first compact in 1961. Along with the Buick and Oldsmobile division compacts, the Tempest moved up to mid-size status in 1964, the year the now-famous GTO muscle car would also be launched. Changes… more»

Desert Rescue: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle

1972 was a year for some lasts when it came to the Chevrolet Chevelle, with big changes in store for the following year, including a new Colonnade body style which was originally scheduled for ’72 but got pushed back… more»

Rare Saloon: 1954 Sunbeam-Talbot 90 Mk IIA

In 1901, the first Sunbeam motorcar was manufactured in the midst of a factory that made bicycles, and by 1905, Sunbeam Motor Car Company existed as a standalone business. Models proliferated, spurred by its chief designer’s fondness for racing…. more»

Original Owner: 1960 Datsun PLG221 Pickup

The earliest versions of a given model are often times the most sought-after examples, as buyers of those versions place a great deal of emphasis on provenance. In the case of this 1960 Datsun PLG221 pickup, the seller is… more»

Battered Bandit! 1977 Pontiac Trans Am

The last week of May 1977 was a big week for young movie-goers. Both Star Wars and Smokey and the Bandit were released in theaters almost on the same day. I don’t remember which one I stood in line… more»

Project Cosmo Rotary: 1976 Mazda RX-5

Most of us know Mazda as a maker of fun-to-drive cars, the zoom-zoom campaign wasn’t just advertising hype. Even their SUVs are tighter and more sporty than most non-premium (i.e., uber-expensive) brands. This 1976 Mazda RX-5 “Cosmo” is posted… more»

Police Special: 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Convertible

Some classics are deceptive, meaning you must burrow below the surface to identify what makes them genuinely special. That is the case with this 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Convertible. It is a solid and complete vehicle that needs… more»

Real Deal? 1966 Ford Mustang GT Fastback

I have no issue with clone or tribute cars when they appear on the market, provided the seller doesn’t represent the vehicle as something it isn’t. The owner of this 1966 Mustang Fastback initially identifies it as a GT… more»

Stalled Project: 1968 Dodge Charger

Hidden away in this garage is a 1968 Dodge Charger desperately needing love. Some enthusiasts hesitate to tackle another person’s unfinished project, but since this one stalled early, it might not be that bad. Its original drivetrain is intact,… more»

Factory 426 Hemi: 1966 Dodge Coronet 440

Despite popular belief, the Dodge Coronet 440 nametag didn’t indicate what was actually under the hood in 1966, as the number “440” was merely a trim-level designation for the car.  But the buyer did have several engine options to… more»