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No Reserve: 1963 Volkswagen Beetle

If you compiled a list of the ten most influential cars of the 20th Century, the Ford Model T and the original Volkswagen Beetle would make the grade. They may have emerged from opposite sides of the globe and… more»

True 242-Code Survivor: 1966 Pontiac GTO Project

Every now and then, a real-deal GTO surfaces with the kind of backstory that reminds you why these cars still matter. Listed here on eBay, this 1966 Pontiac GTO is exactly that—a true 242-code car with a clean title,… more»

Real S-Code: 1967 Ford Mustang GT 390 Project

This 1967 Ford Mustang fastback listed on eBay checks several important boxes for serious Mustang enthusiasts, starting with the fact that it is confirmed as a real fastback and a factory S-code car. Originally, this Mustang left the factory… more»

Turbo Fox Project: 1986 Ford Mustang SVO

Most of the Fox-era Mustang excitement stems from those with a V8 under the hood, but Ford offered a different sort of pony from 1984 through 1986 that was also a fine performer, featuring just half the number of… more»

Rare Drop-Top: 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Corsa

The Chevy Corvair got a new lease on life in 1965 with a new layout, hoping to distance itself from safety concerns coming from crusader Ralph Nader. Gone were the handling problems that caught Ralph’s attention, and sales improved,… more»

Just Needs Cosmetic Love: 1978 Chevrolet LUV

The Chevy LUV (an acronym for “Light Utility Vehicle”) was a small pickup made in Japan by Isuzu. Chevrolet imported it for several years until their own S-10 compact truck was on the market in the early 1980s. The… more»

Fastback Project: 1965 Plymouth Barracuda

Though the Ford Mustang is credited with starting the “pony car” movement, it was named after, Plymouth got there first. 17 days before the Mustang was unveiled at the New York World’s Fair in April 1964, Plymouth began selling… more»

Solid Stalled Project: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

It isn’t unusual for project builds to stall, but this 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 has sat longer than most. Its lack of significant rust makes it a prime candidate for restoration, and it could look stunning once returned… more»

Richard Petty Tribute: 1974 Dodge Challenger

Whether it’s details about a travel destination, stock market advice, or even wondering who won the first World Series, it’s a rare occurrence when this old kid can’t find more than enough information on the internet to satisfy whatever… more»

No Reserve: 1964 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible

In Henry Howard’s translation of an epigram from Roman author Martial, we are reminded to be “contented with thine own estate.” That’s good advice, but it’s hard to follow when one doesn’t have a big 1960s Pontiac in the… more»

Real Woody! 1928 Chevrolet Wagon

Whether I’m shopping for furniture or a new floor, finding functional or decorative items still made of real wood seems to be a rarity nowadays.  Even in the heyday of the woodsy-trimmed station wagons from the sixties and seventies,… more»

Nova Alternative: 1973 Pontiac Ventura

Among the seventies GM X-Body platform offerings, the Chevrolet Nova generally seems to receive more attention than all the others combined, which is easy to grasp since it remains such a well-known and desirable auto.  However, that car’s corporate… more»

Running Ragtop: 1967 Pontiac GTO Convertible

After examining the photos and reading what the seller has to say about this 1967 Pontiac GTO, I’m thinking this Goat is probably best categorized as a stalled project, yet one that seems like it’s at a very good… more»

All Original Project: 1968 Ford Bronco

There is probably no better vehicle to demonstrate how buyer tastes have evolved over the past sixty years than the First Generation Bronco. Ford sold 16,629 Broncos in 1968 as buyers focused on sedans, station wagons, and two-door hardtops… more»

Begging For Restoration: 1968 Pontiac GTO Convertible

While it looks pretty rough around the edges, this 1968 Pontiac GTO Convertible would have been a spectacular car in its prime. There is no reason it couldn’t relive its glory days, as it is a solid, complete project… more»

Must Go ASAP: 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air

Enthusiasts seeking an affordable candidate for a straightforward restoration could do far worse than consider this 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. The photos confirm it is rock-solid, while the seller states the paint is new. There is scope for someone… more»

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