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Rod or Restore? 1941 Mercury Eight Convertible

The person who buys this 1941 Mercury Eight Convertible will have some choices to make. It is a complete car that is structurally sound and comes with a significant collection of parts. It would make a wonderful restoration project,… more»

Holman-Moody V8 Power! 1969 Ford Ranchero

The Ford Ranchero was a “gentleman’s” pickup that was based on three types of platforms during its 23 years on the market. This edition from 1969 is pretty rough and was a parts car at one point. That is… more»

Build It Your Way: 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II

Names sometimes get confusing. Take today’s find, it’s listed as a 1966 Chevrolet Nova. That’s close but it’s actually a Chevrolet Chevy II 100, as that’s the model designation for a two-door sedan. Regardless, this roller is a project… more»

Like New Mechanically! 1967 Ford Galaxie 500

The Galaxie 500 started as the premium full-size Ford in 1959 and would quickly dominate sales. By 1965 the cars had gone to stacked dual highlights, a trait they would keep through the 1967 model year. This 67 Galaxie… more»

In The Barn 42 Years! 1957 Chevrolet 210

The Tri-Five Chevies from 1955-57 have had a collector following since they became something more than just used cars. You still see them around as the original inventory was plentiful – a collective five million of them built in… more»

Custom 1950’s Road Race Coupe Special

In the world of custom builds, you’ve got a spectrum going from things like a rebodied Beetle to the wild creations of George Barris. Our feature today lies somewhere closer to George Barris, but with the apparent usability of… more»

396 V8: 1968 Chevrolet Caprice Estate Wagon

The Chevy Caprice was introduced in mid-1965 as a response to the success Ford was having with its new LTD. Whereas the LTD was a gussied up Galaxie 500, the Caprice was an Impala decked out like a Buick…. more»

Early Example: 1965 Ford Mustang Coupe

In many aspects of life, timing can be crucial. Ford managed to demonstrate this with two extremes in a few short years. The much-heralded Edsel appeared on the market in 1957 to great fanfare and proved to be the… more»

Ready To Drive: 1957 DeSoto Firesweep Sportsman

While I often talk about the joy of owning and driving smaller cars with fizzy little engines, I admit that I love big American cars from the 1950s. However, they can’t be any old car. I’m talking about vehicles… more»

Split Window Camper: 1967 Volkswagen Type 2

This 1967 Volkswagen Type 2 is a desirable split-window model that has been retrofitted inside along the same lines of a Westfalia, with storage cubbies and lounge spaces inside the cabin. The VW isn’t a true camper van as… more»

Slant Nose Project: 1976 Porsche 912

When it comes to Porsches, it can seem like the market’s appetite is purely for the thoroughbreds, the near-perfect cars that cost well into the six-figured to own. Or, for the same price, you can get a custom-built 911… more»

Some New Parts: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Sometimes an owner will find themselves with a desirable classic car in their workshop and grand plans to turn it into something genuinely special. However, plans can change, which appears to be the case with this 1965 Chevrolet Corvette… more»

318 V8 Looks Fast! 1972 Dodge Charger

The Dodge Charger was introduced in 1966 as something of an upscale, upsized pony car in response to the successful Ford Mustang. Sales were lukewarm until the Chrysler B-body intermediates were reworked in 1968 and the Charger also began… more»

Needs Love: 1969 Dodge Charger

While it isn’t unusual to find Second Generation Dodge Charger project cars with rust problems, this 1969 model doesn’t have them in the usual places. It is a surprisingly solid and complete car that needs some TLC. It may… more»

Estate Sale Project: 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS

The Super Sport was added to the Chevy Impala line-up in 1961 as a low-volume performance car. The company decided to go more mainstream with the option in 1962, keeping the snazzy special SS trim but opening it up… more»

Solid Poncho Project: 1977 Pontiac Firebird Formula

Pontiac made several changes to the 1977 Pontiac Firebird Formula including the introduction of a new front end style and the rectangular hood scoops. A new engine option was also available. This 1977 Pontiac Formula is located in San… more»

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