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28k Original Miles! 1959 Cadillac

There are very few classic cars that are more recognizable than a 1959 Cadillac. The giant rear fins reached their “peak” in ’59. Their bullet tail lights have been used in countless custom car and motorcycle builds. The Ghostbusters… more»

Rock-Solid Project: 1971 Plymouth Barracuda

Selecting the ideal candidate for a project build can be tricky, and many enthusiasts have spent countless hours pursuing the goal. The seemingly perfect candidate often hides significant rust, or major mechanical components may be missing or damaged beyond… more»

Packard V8! 1956 Studebaker Golden Hawk

The Golden Hawk was the first in a line of several “Hawk” branded automobiles that Studebaker-Packard produced between 1956 and 1964. The 1956 edition would be the most unique as it was the only year that a Packard V8… more»

Red, White and Blue: 1967 Ford Mustang

Ford’s popular “pony car,” the Mustang, got its first facelift in 1967. The biggest change was perhaps under the hood where room and infrastructure would permit engines as large as a 390 cubic inch V8. This ’67 fastback wasn’t… more»

Vintage Hot Rod: 1934 Ford 5-Window Coupe

While it is possible to create a modern hot rod, there’s something attractive about buying one built during the genre’s heyday. That is the case with this 1934 Ford 5-Window Coupe. A previous owner built the vehicle as a… more»

Extravagant Cat: 1953 Jaguar XK120 SE OTS Project

The XK120 was an accident.  William Lyons, Jaguar’s chief, dreamed of producing a saloon-bodied luxury car that would go at least 100 mph. But World War II interrupted the continuum of life, and afterward, what was needed in a… more»

Sport Package Survivor: 1991 Nissan 240SX SE

Few imports from the late 80s and early 90s have become as sought after as the S13-chassis Nissan 240SX. These cars were somewhat ignored when they first came out, living in the shadow of the mighty 300ZX. The 240SX… more»

Original 440: 1971 Dodge Charger R/T

By 1971, the clock was ticking on the American muscle car. Rising fuel and insurance costs began to take their toll, and the specter of tightening emission regulations virtually sealed their fate. By the mid-1970s, genuine high-performance models seemed… more»

Custom Sedan Delivery: 1984 Ford Mustang GT

If any of you are into old racing cars of any denomination, you likely know of the one-off Ferrari 250 GT SWB called “The Breadvan” for its iconic rear bodywork that gives it small storage compartment between its massive… more»

Bargain Supercar: 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1

For a few years now, I have been telling myself I need to buy a C4-generation Corvette ZR-1. The reasoning is simple: this is a legitimate 1990s supercar that you can still get for (relative) pocket change when compared… more»

Air-Cooled Art Car: 1972 Porsche 911 Targa

I have to admit, I don’t quite know what’s going on here. This 1972 Porsche 911 Targa is described – well, poorly, but it seems as if the seller intended for this car to become an art installation versus… more»

Parts Car Included! 1954 Ford Crestline Skyliner

Before there was a Ford with a retractable hardtop, there was a Ford with an acrylic panel on the roof to help let the sunshine in. From 1954 through 1956 it would be the Skyliner, as either a Crestline… more»

Trailer Queen: 1969 Chevrolet Impala

From its introduction as a special edition in 1958, the Impala would go to be one of Chevy’s best-selling automobiles. The fifth generation may have been the most popular, built from 1965-70 with styling updates each year to keep… more»

Rolling Project: 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda

Chrysler rejuvenated its position in the “pony car” market in 1970 by giving the Plymouth Barracuda a platform of its own instead of being an extension of the Valiant compact. The car would share that body with the newcomer,… more»

A Trio of 1960s Ford Thunderbirds

In 1958, Ford changed strategies with its Thunderbird. Rather than continuing as a 2-seat personal luxury car from 1955-57, the T-Bird would morph into a 4-seater. And success was in the numbers: production increased from 53,000 to 198,000 in… more»

Front-Wheel-Drive Project: 1968 Cadillac Eldorado

In 1967, the Cadillac Eldorado was the second car in so many years to be introduced by General Motors with front-wheel-drive. The year before, Oldsmobile debuted the Toronado using the same platform and FWD. Year-over-year, changes to the Eldorado… more»