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Factory Air: 1956 Continental Mark II

When I saw the listing for this 1956 Continental Mark II, it made me wonder whether there are any manufacturers that haven’t produced a “halo” model. Okay, maybe Trabant is a candidate, but the list will be short. The… more»

Turbo-Look: 1989 Dodge Omni

For a brief moment, I was excited – very excited – about this 1989 Dodge Omni. It’s just down the road from me in Middletown, Connecticut, and looked like the desirable GLH spec with its turbocharged four-cylinder under the… more»

Outdoor Find: 1955 Chevrolet BelAir Convertible

Oh boy, yet another 1955 Chevrolet! Sometimes it seems like there are more in existence now than there were years ago. Regardless, it is pretty amazing that they still have the enthusiast following that they do after all of… more»

21k Miles! 1964 Ford Fairlane 500

With the success of the Falcon in the early 1960s, Ford determined there was now a void in their line-up for a car that was bigger than the Falcon but smaller than the Galaxie. So, a mid-size automobile was… more»

Wants Welding: 1968 Dodge Charger R/T 440 Magnum

The Charger stumbled onto the scene for model year 1966, when Dodge reworked the Coronet to enter the muscle car market. The new Charger was not particularly inspiring and didn’t sell well. Thanks to a vacation taken by the… more»

No Reserve Donation: 1973 Airstream Trailer

We all know at this point that vintage Airstream trailers have been quite sought-after for some time. That’s why it’s so unusual to see one show up at our favorite donation center on eBay, as one in this condition… more»

383-Powered Wagon: 1969 Dodge Polara

Hard to believe, but this donated 1969 Dodge Polara wagon still runs and drives despite looking like it hasn’t seen the road in many years. It’s also a genuine California black plate car that is equipped with a powerful… more»

Rare 1991 Audi 200 20V Turbo Quattro 5-Speed

As the last year for the Audi 200 model and the one-and-only year for the 20-valve DOHC turbo Quattro car in the US market, this 1991 Audi 200 20V Turbo Quattro sedan is somewhat rare to see today. The… more»

1928 Packard 5-26 2-Passenger Convertible Coupe

From field find to future show-stopper; that’s the plan for this 1928 Packard 5-26 2-Passenger Convertible Coupe. The Krum, Texas classic had just about crumbled into dust before finding itself in a shop, full of dreams. After enjoying a… more»

Former Police Car: 1955 Chevrolet 150 Handyman

The full-size Chevrolets were redesigned in 1955 and their three year-run would turn out some now iconic vehicles. Three versions of a 2-door station wagon were offered: the top-of-the-line Nomad with its own body, the mid-range 210, and the… more»

Genuine 283 Dual-Quad: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette

By 1957, Chevrolet’s C1 Corvette realized the potential many people had yearned for since the car’s appearance in 1953. Buyers could order their new Corvette with a selection of engines that cemented its performance credentials, which is what the… more»

1970 Ford Mustang SCJ 428 Drag Pack Mach 1 of 1

The terms “one-off” or “one-of-one” get thrown around quite a bit to describe a unique item. Whether you are referring to sports cards, handmade crafts, or vehicles, a true “one-of-one” can be pretty special. This 1970 Ford Mustang is… more»

Stalled Custom Wagon: 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle

Chevrolet introduced the mid-size Chevelle in 1964 to fill a gap between the compact Nova (and Corvair) and the full-size Impala (etc.). It was highly popular overall, but one of the least seen versions was the 2-door station wagon…. more»

First Gen Convertible: 1962 Chevrolet Corvair

In the 1950s, the major American automakers produced the largest cars we’ll ever see, with huge wheelbases and bodies dripping with chrome. But gaining speed in the marketplace was the Economy Car. Volkswagens were selling like hotcakes. American Motors… more»

Street Legal Model T Racer

The term “street legal” can be defined depending on your local jurisdiction. In some places, this 1923 Model T Ford Track Roadster can be driven anywhere any other car can go. In other places, it will still require modifications… more»

Buried Alive! 1963 Chevrolet Corvair

The Corvair was Chevy’s first foray into the compact car market of the 1960s. Unlike the Chevy II that would soon follow, it was unorthodox by Detroit standards. It had a rear-mounted, air-cooled engine that led to sales of… more»