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Stalled Project: 1957 Triumph TR3

Upon review of this 1957 Triumph TR3, one might be inclined to assume that some previous owner had cornered the Bondo market somewhere in the past and really went to town. Many of the TR3s that are featured here… more»

Survivor Or Just Original? 1978 Ford Fiesta

OK, so today’s burning question is, “Can an econobox be considered a survivor?” Usually, the term is used to describe a little old lady’s Buick LeSabre that has been gently used and only driven to church on Sunday. Or… more»

Patina or Paint? 1970 Chevrolet El Camino

El Caminos and Rancheros are a bit of a love it or hate it proposition. The cars have truck beds which aren’t everyone’s taste. One of the most iconic muscle cars is the 1970 Chevelle. This one-year-only body style… more»

318 V8 Project: 1966 Plymouth Sport Fury

In the 1960s, the Sport Fury was to Plymouth as the Impala SS was to Chevrolet or the Galaxie 500/XL was to Ford. It was a sportier full-size car available in hardtop and convertible body styles to appeal to… more»

1 of 900? 1967 Chevrolet Impala SS 427

Speed was the name of the game with U.S. auto manufacturers in the mid to late 1960s. While most of the attention was placed on the lighter, more nimble mid-size cars like the Chevelle, you could also get plenty… more»

No Reserve: 1958 Edsel Citation

Ah, Edsel. A brand that became synonymous with failure. Ford proved that the right car in the right place at the right time could succeed, with the Mustang a shining example. Edsel was the polar opposite, and the shocking… more»

Rare Color: 1970 Mercury Cougar XR7

If you’re like me, you will take rarity claims with a pinch of salt. The reality is that as the choice of optional extras increases, so do the chances that a car will be inherently rare. However, when that… more»

A Week’s Work? 1959 MG MGA

I sometimes wonder why an owner would part with a restoration project with the finish line in sight. Poor health or a pending divorce could be two reasons, but the story behind this 1959 MGA is unclear. What makes… more»

69k Original Miles: 1968 Dodge Coronet 440 Hardtop

When confronted with a project car like this 1968 Dodge Coronet 440 Hardtop, choosing a course of action can be challenging. At first glance, it looks like a restoration requiring countless hours of work with the grinder and welder…. more»

One-Owner: 1955 Ford Fairlane Club Sedan

The Fairlane was introduced as Ford’s top-line automobile in 1955, replacing the previous Crestline. Its name was derived from Henry Ford’s estate in Dearborn, Michigan. It would remain a part of the Ford portfolio through 1970 although it evolved… more»

Slant-6 Project: 1972 Dodge Demon

Plymouth launched the successful Duster coupe in 1970 based on the Valiant compact. It was intended to do battle with the likes of the 2-door Chevy Nova. It was only natural that Dodge would lobby for its own version… more»

396 Powered! 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS

When I was 14, the year this car was built, an SS 396 was my number one dream vehicle. Even though the whole “Super Sport” thing was just an appearance package, it was an exceptionally cool one. This is… more»

B.Y.O.B. Bring Your Own Body – 1969 Ford Bronco

The seller doesn’t say what happened to the body of this 1969 Ford Bronco. I’m guessing that it was too rusty to save. Even though there are new body panels and floor pans available, it may have been too… more»

What the Heck!? 1996 Suzuki Volkswagen Bus Van?

If you’ve never heard of a Suzuki Every van, you’re probably not alone. I hadn’t heard of them until I saw this “VW Bus” here on Craigslist. According to Wikipedia, they have been produced since 1961 under the “Carry”… more»

German Exotic! 1985 Bitter SC

When German race car driver Erich Bitter conveived a German-engineered road car with a gorgeous Italian body and interior, the entrepreneur’s clever plan birthed this 1985 Bitter SC. One of 223 exported to North America over multiple years, this… more»

Last Gasp Model: 1958 Packard Hawk

When I first saw this 1958 Packard Hawk, it set my mind racing. The Hawk represented the last hurrah for the company before production ground to a halt. It made me wonder whether a carmaker has ever gone out… more»