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»
Project Cars
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Rare Microcar: 1959 Goggomobil T 250
Post-war Europe was a pretty miserable place as various countries struggled to rebuild their economies and destroyed infrastructure. Governments recognized the limitations and believed one strategy to accelerate the recovery was to get the population mobile. With materials in… more»
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Needs Finishing: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Choosing which path to follow when completing another person’s unfinished project can be difficult, and it is a decision facing the new owner of this 1968 Corvette Convertible. With the hard work done, the buyer needs to add the… more»
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The Saab Collectors Overlook: 1969 Saab 99
Everyone is familiar with the Saab 96, 900, 9000, and the unique Sonnett. However, the company also produced a very good, and larger, vehicle to share the showroom with the 96 called the Saab 99. Many were produced but… more»
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Package Deal: Austin-Healey 3000 Project Cars
Another prize in the “brevity” category goes to this ad on craigslist for a flock of Austin-Healeys. The listing promises one and a half Healey 3000s for $16,500 but then mentions two Bug Eyes and a few more Healeys,… more»
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Unique 1949 FIAT Topolino C ‘Francis Lombardi’ Lunotto Panoramico Special
In the 1940s, Ugo Zagato introduced the “panoramica” concept to his automotive designs. Influenced by the wide-ranging vision from the cockpit of bi-planes he built in WWI, he used a combination of glass and plexiglass to lighten the greenhouse… more»
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Restored in ’81? 1940 Pontiac Business Coupe
We are experiencing a bounty of business coupes! First, there was this 1952 Dodge Wayfarer, following, was a 1938 Chevrolet Master DeLuxe, and now, we have a 1940 Pontiac Special Six. We’re told that it was completely restored in… more»
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Yard Find: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
There are few sights more heartbreaking than to see a classic car left to fend for itself as it sits exposed to the elements. That is the story with this 1973 Corvette that appears to be a twice-stalled restoration… more»
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Restomod Camper? 1947 Diamond T Bus
Diamond T Company was an American truck manufacturer that also had a brief run in the automobile business. There isn’t much info out there about them being in the bus business, too, with the seller suggesting this example may… more»
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Amazing Collection: “They’re for Sale, Not on Sale”
Southwest of San Antonio, Texas lies this collection of classic cars and trucks. There is everything from pickups and vans to all sorts of sedans and even some late-model sports cars. The group can be found here on Craigslist with… more»
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Build Your Own EM-50: 1976 GMC Motorhome
Every once in a while, General Motors hits a bases-loaded home run. From the small block V-8 and the Tri-Five Chevies to the C-8 Corvette, when GM gets something right it makes history. Take for example the brief period… more»
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French Innovation! 1964 Citroën ID19 Safari
The Citroën DS and its variants were built between 1955 and 1975, with worldwide sales that approached 1.5 million units. You commonly see them in international films, but not that often in person in the U.S. The ID19 was… more»
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Rare Rotary Pair: 1974 Citroën GS Birotor x 2!
Whenever the topic of discussion turns toward production cars powered by the legendary Wankel rotary engine, two manufacturers spring to mind. The most obvious is Mazda, which utilized the powerplant in its “Rx” series vehicles. The other shining light… more»
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Fantastic Fiberglass: 1960 Tornado Typhoon Project
The fiberglass kit and production car boom of the ’50s and ’60s gave us everything from the Corvette to the Bond Microcar. This rich ecosystem of vehicles both normal and niche was fostered by a relative lack of safety… more»
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BF Auction: 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle 300 Station Wagon
Practicality can be a significant consideration when enthusiasts search for a classic to park in their garage or workshop. Those with children usually seek a vehicle that allows the entire family to be involved in weekend trips or the… more»
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No Reserve Estate Find: 1952 MG TD
When someone decides to dip their toe into the water of classic car ownership with a project as their goal, many factors must be considered. Among them will usually be affordability and selecting a candidate that is not beyond… more»
