This is supposedly an Austin Healey 3000, Mark I, supposedly. At this point, it probably doesn’t matter. The actual year isn’t known either though it’s likely a 1960 model. The seller tells us, “This car is in very bad… more»
Project Cars
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This Bud’s for You! 1937 Diamond T
Diamond T was a storied U.S. brand that built commercial and military trucks, although they tinkered for a while producing automobiles, too. From 1905 to 1967, they assembled all sorts of vehicles for a variety of purposes, including the… more»
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Fresh from the Barn: 1974 Chevrolet Camaro
The Camaro soldiered on in 1974 even though gas prices were on the rise thanks to the then-recent OPEC oil embargo. While buyers were flocking to more efficient cars, folks interested in vehicles like the Camaro held on and… more»
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Retain or Restore? 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
It is said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. That means we will have readers who look at this 1969 Corvette and wish to preserve its current appearance and custom touches. Others would be horrified by… more»
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318 V8 – No Kidding! 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda
Yes, you read right. This is a Plymouth ‘Cuda with a 318 cubic inch V8 engine. Not a 340, or a 383, or a 440, and certainly not a 426 Hemi. As the performance market cooled off in 1972,… more»
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Forsaken Project: 1968 AMC AMX
American Motors introduced two new cars in 1968. One was the Javelin, which would do battle in the pony car segment (Ford Mustang, Chevy Camaro, etc.). The second was the AMX, which was a GT-style hot rod with just… more»
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Solid Body: 1960 MG MGA
One of the most challenging aspects of a classic restoration can be ensuring that the vehicle you are lavishing with your care and attention is rust-free. Very few cars are immune to this issue, and British sports cars are… more»
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W-30 Project: 1979 Hurst/Oldsmobile Cutlass Surpreme
In the world of brand partnerships and marketing schemes, cozying up to a name like “Hurst” when shilling your muscle car is typically a recipe for creating respect and desire out of thin air. Hurst is a company associated… more»
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Droptop Project: 1971 Pontiac Le Mans Sport Convertible
Pontiac Motor Division produced the LeMans model from 1961 to 1981 for US production and from 1961 to 1983 in Canada. this example is the third generation of the LeMans and is listed here on eBay. There are 4… more»
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Before the Tesla! Pair of 1982 Electreks
Four years before Elon Musk was even born (1971), another pioneer started a company to build electric-powered cars. The man was John Gould, and the name of the Colorado-based company was Unique Mobility. From 1979 to 1982, he managed… more»
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Mysterious History: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette
When we come across a car that we decide is good fodder for a quick sale, there can sometimes be surprises that make us question the pursuit of the proverbial “flip.” While there’s no way of knowing if the… more»
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New Parts Included: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
One of the most daunting parts of any restoration is compiling a list of the required parts and then determining how they will likely impact the owner’s wallet. This 1969 Camaro is a restoration project, but the seller helps… more»
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Rat-Rod Potential? 1971 Chevrolet C-10
I like to keep an eye on pickup truck prices as I’m still amazed at the popularity that they have amassed over the last ten years or so. Early ’50s Fords, as well as those made in the late… more»
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Unfinished Driver: 1970 Volvo 1800E
Although Volvo built its reputation on producing cars with conservative styling and a focus on safety, it did cause more than a ripple with its P1800. This was its first foray into sports car production, and like many vehicles… more»
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Shed Find: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
The seller bought this ’72 Corvette intending to restore it. But as is so often the case, too many projects and too little time will preclude him/her from getting around to it. It rests in a partially open shed,… more»
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Parade Car Project: 1959 Cadillac Convertible
In the 1950s and 1960s, Cadillacs were among the most popular cars chosen for conversion into ambulances, hearses, flower cars, and even parade cars. There were several small companies known for that type of work, but we don’t know… more»
