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1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass 455 4-Speed Convertible

“You know how it goes” is the tagline that the seller of this 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass convertible proclaims in its listing. Actually, no, I don’t know how it goes because it doesn’t look like it goes at all. It’s… more»

Barn Find Ragtop: 1972 Buick Centurion

Buick redesigned its full-size cars in 1971 and replaced the Wildcat as the sportier version with the Centurion (perhaps a better name considering Buick’s audience?). It would only be used for three years and – during that time –… more»

Worth $9k? 1964 Plymouth Sport Fury

The Sport Fury was to the Plymouth Fury as the Super Sport was to the Chevy Impala. The nameplate was on the menu from 1959 and again from 1962 to 1971. If you wanted a sportier, better-equipped full-size Plymouth,… more»

Needs Finished: 1955 Chevrolet Nomad Project

Completing another enthusiast’s unfinished project build can be daunting as a new owner grapples with the loose ends that seem almost inevitable. That is one reason why this 1955 Chevrolet Nomad could be somebody’s dream car. The seller has… more»

Blank Canvas: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible

Choosing what path to follow with a project build can be challenging, especially when the candidate is as desirable as this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible. This is a solid vehicle, and the included mechanical components could make it… more»

Cheap Cruiser: 1982 Chrysler Cordoba

Chrysler’s Cordoba (’75-’83) was quite the hit when first introduced – it was the right car at the right time as personal luxury coupes like the Monte Carlo, Thunderbird, Grand Prix et al were hot properties and it made… more»

Solid Project: 1969 Dodge Charger R/T 440

Some project cars leave owners with decisions surrounding what path to choose. Some see a faithful restoration as the best option, while others opt for a custom approach. The inherent value of vehicles like this 1969 Dodge Charger R/T… more»

Cheap Speedster? 1956 Porsche Project

If you want a Porsche Speedster but find yourself a few hundred thousand short, it may make sense to look for a project. If you’re really struggling to find any loose change in the couch, you might need to reach deeper… more»

1-of-6 Convertibles: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner

For 1970, the lowest production numbers for the Plymouth Road Runner were not the high-flying Superbird, but the convertible (which was in its last year as part of the mix). Of those, only six were built for consumption in… more»

Off the Road Since Truman: 1936 Dodge Tudor

It was the year the movie “The Day the Earth Stood Still” debuted.  The first color television signal was broadcast from the Empire State Building, and the show “I Love Lucy” hit TV for the first time.  Harry Truman… more»

Marathon Wagon! 1960 Checker Superba

The Superba was the consumer version of the Checker Marathon, which was largely sold as fleet purchases to taxi-cab services and the like. Only sedans and wagons were available, and this 1960 version of the latter may be one… more»

BF Auction: 1970 Dodge Super Bee

Although the finishing line was in sight for the muscle car era by 1970, manufacturers continued producing potent vehicles to capture genuine enthusiasts’ hearts, minds, and cash. Today, those cars are some of the most desirable in the classic… more»

350/4-Speed: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Enthusiasts hope that the supply of desirable classics unearthed in barns and sheds will never end, and this 1980 Camaro Z28 confirms plenty of hidden gems are awaiting TLC. It recently emerged after spending thirty years in storage, and… more»

Sci-Fi Microcar: 1965 Peel Trident

By the 1960s, the space race was on in earnest. The USSR and the USA were locked in a battle as each sought to achieve the goal of landing on the moon. The public’s passion for ongoing developments spilled… more»

Original 383? 1968 Dodge Charger

I have long admired custom builds, especially if the work is performed to a high standard. Stunning engineering and attention to the minutest detail can drive a passionate enthusiast to distraction, and I admire anyone willing to commit to… more»

350 V8! 1975 Chevrolet Monza Towne Coupe

In the late-1970s, Chevy’s Monza was largely a Vega wearing new clothing. But it was packaged as a more upscale offering than its predecessor and – in 1975 alone – it was offered with a V8 engine! This ’75… more»