Project Cars

Desert Find Roller: 1958 Chevrolet Yeoman

Not only were Chevrolet’s cars all-new in 1958, but the naming logic was overhauled, too. Instead of the 150, 210, and Bel Air, your choices became Delray, Biscayne, Bel Air, and Impala. That applied to station wagons, too, now… more»

1 of 2,215: Rare 1955 Willys Bermuda

Willys Motors is remembered most for its success in producing the Jeep for both military and commercial consumption. But they were in the automobile business for a time, too, including the compact Bermuda, which was the end of the… more»

No Reserve 1950 Ford Custom Deluxe V8

I haven’t owned or worked on a “Shoebox” Ford, but I do have a literary connection with them. When I was a kid, the local bookstore in my local mall (two things that aren’t really things for the most… more»

Parts Galore: 1957 Chevrolet Nomad Project

If you’ve been hunting for a real-deal 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad project, this may be your moment. Listed by Burns Auctions & Appraisal, this wagon comes with a clean Ohio title, a huge collection of parts, and the… more»

Future SS Clone? 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle

One of the most popular muscle cars of the 1960s and 1970s was the Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396. And, beginning in 1970, you could also buy an SS 454 with the biggest V8 Chevy had to offer. Chances are… more»

Real Deal Judge: 1969 Pontiac GTO Project

If you’ve been hunting for a genuine Pontiac GTO Judge to restore, this one might be worth a look. It’s a 1969 model with PHS documentation confirming its Judge status, and while it’s far from turnkey, the $20,000 asking… more»

Skylight Windows: 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser

The Vista Cruiser was a mid-size station wagon built and sold in the 1960s and 1970s. It differed from other wagons by having its roof raised over the rear passenger and storage areas, complete with skylights. The seller’s 1970… more»

Blue-On-Blue Barn Find: 1973 Dodge Challenger

This 1973 Dodge Challenger may not be a high-horsepower R/T, but it checks all the right boxes for a great Mopar project. Finished in factory blue over blue with a leather interior, this complete car features its original 318… more»

Worth Restoring? 1973 Volvo 1800 ES

Here’s a challenging prospect with rust, an engine that won’t start, and an bedraggled interior, looking for its “forever home”. Whether that’s with a restorer who keeps it intact, or with a junkyard where it’s piecemealed out is an… more»

1968 Chevrolet Chevelle With Fresh Drivetrain

If you’ve been waiting for a solid, drivable muscle car project with all the expensive work already done, this 1968 Chevy Chevelle might be your next great find. Described as a Southern car, this black-over-black coupe benefits from a… more»

Rare Ragtop: 1969 Pontiac GTO 400 4-Speed Convertible

If you’ve been hunting for a muscle car project that checks the right boxes, this 1969 Pontiac GTO convertible might be worth a look. While it’s currently in non-running project form, the seller notes that the engine was rebuilt and… more»

Trans Am Roller: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

The Camaro debuted in 1967 as Chevrolet’s answer to the enormously popular Ford Mustang. It quickly became the second-best-selling “pony car” and held that position for many years. The Z28 was added to enable the Camaro to compete in… more»

Great Restoration Candidate? 1959 Plymouth Fury

A visual sight this 1959 Plymouth Fury makes! Of course, the year 1959 was full of surprises, as it seems with each domestic auto manufacturer trying to outdo one another in the overt styling department. Fins were in, and… more»

Patina Pony: 1966 Ford Mustang 289 Project

If you’ve been hunting for a first-gen Mustang driver project with V8 power and a manual transmission, this 1966 Ford Mustang might check all the right boxes. It’s being offered without a title but includes a bill of sale… more»

High Impact Muscle: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T

When Dodge unleashed the Challenger to the public in 1970, even the base models in more mundane colors stood out in a crowd, and it didn’t really take much extra for these cars to make a bold statement.  However,… more»

Solid Survivor: 1958 Chevrolet 3100 Big Back Window

The 1958 Chevrolet 3100 is already a desirable classic, but finding one with the rare big back window and a rust-free body makes this particular truck even more appealing. Listed for sale on craigslist out of Great Bend, Kansas,… more»

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