Project Cars

Factory 4-Speed Project: 1968 Pontiac GTO

This 1968 GTO is said to have spent over three decades in a garage, with that tenure beginning in 1988 and not ending until 2020, so to be this far sunk into the ground after only 4 years it’s… more»

Nearing the Century Mark: 1925 REO T-6 Sedan

The REO Motor Car Company, based in Lansing, Michigan, was created in 1905 by the founder of Oldsmobile, Ransome E. Olds. The company would build motor vehicles up until 1975, though it got out of the car part of… more»

Drive and Restore: 1968 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible

There is something undeniably attractive about purchasing a restoration project with no urgent needs. It allows the owner to enjoy the car immediately while formulating their plan for its restoration. That is the opportunity provided by this 1968 Oldsmobile… more»

No Reserve Barn Find: 1971 Datsun 240Z

Some classics can’t help but generate interest when they hit the market, and such is the case with this 1971 Datsun 240Z. Listed to settle an estate, its overall originality, solid nature, and low odometer reading have combined to… more»

9-People Project: 1959 Plymouth Sport Suburban

Chevrolet wasn’t the only U.S. auto manufacturer to use the Suburban nameplate (as a large SUV). A couple of decades earlier, it was a full-size station wagon in the Mopar fold, specifically Plymouth. In 1959 the Sport Suburban was… more»

Four-Speed Project: 1965 Oldsmobile 4-4-2

For your consideration: The 1964-1967 General Motors A-Body is the most versatile collector car on the market. Allow me to explain. Four different GM divisions offered their own versions of the platform that had their own distinctive flavors. They… more»

Not A Replica: Genuine 1950 MG TD

Today’s review of a 1950 MG TD, a discovery courtesy of Mr. Numskal, conjures up two thoughts in particular. Firstly, in all of its iterations, the MG T-type was around for a long time, twenty years (1936-1955), according to… more»

Garaged Goat: 1969 Pontiac GTO

Although sales were down a bit from the previous model, the Pontiac GTO was still going strong in 1969, with more than 72,000 of them rolling off the assembly line.  Muscle cars were still a hot commodity during this… more»

Restored But Parked: 1969 Rover 2000 TC

The Rover 2000 TC was a variant of the British-built P6 series of 4-door sedans. It was originally designed for export markets like the U.S. though it was eventually sold on its home turf. With a peppy inline-4 using… more»

Running Project: 1930 Ford Model A Tudor Survivor

The Ford Model A was a much-improved car over the Model T that it replaced. Unfortunately, it was introduced a couple of years before the economy fell apart in 1929, holding overall Model A production to under five million… more»

31k Original Miles: 1970 Dodge Challenger Convertible

The First Generation Dodge Challenger is undeniably desirable, and pristine examples typically command impressive prices. This 1970 Challenger Convertible isn’t perfect, but it could be an excellent project candidate for those wishing to lift its presentation to a higher… more»

True Barn Find: 1988 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z Convertible

There is a fear among some enthusiasts that the supply of genuine barn finds will eventually slow to a trickle before disappearing altogether. If this 1988 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z is an accurate indication, those days might be well into… more»

Needs Paint! 1971 Chevrolet Corvette

This 1971 Chevrolet Corvette demonstrates why we should never judge a book by its cover. Its tired paint doesn’t make a positive first impression. This is unfortunate because delving below the surface reveals a rock-solid classic featuring a few… more»

Salvageable, or Not? 1976 Jensen GT

Why is it that Jensen GTs are almost universally mistreated? The car was designed with a luxury interior just a bit shy of the much more expensive Jensen Interceptor, including optional leather seating and a wood dash. It was… more»

Olds Powered Hot Rod Bargain: 1940 Ford Coupe

Over 80 years since the last one rolled off the assembly line, the 1940 Ford is still highly regarded by collectors.  Of the many body styles, the coupe version has become an American icon.  Bathed in the legend of… more»

Parked in 2002: 1984 Ford Mustang SVO

We often see cars show up for sale that have been abandoned due to circumstance, such as a relative passing away or an owner running out of patience for a project. This 1984 Ford Mustang SVO doesn’t seem to… more»

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