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Hydra-Matic Transmission: 1956 Chevrolet 3800 Series

Chevrolet’s trucks were all-new for 1955, dubbed the Task-Force Series. Built through 1959, they replaced the Advanced Design Series and featured things like a wraparound windshield, a first for the truck industry. Built on the Stake portion of the… more»

Pick Your Color: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette

Buying an unfinished project build can be fraught with perils. Sometimes it can be hard to know what you are getting yourself into, as a coating of primer can hide some pretty awful secrets beneath. That doesn’t appear to… more»

Abstract Art: 1967 Austin Mini Cooper S

Art appreciation is a subjective thing. Some people will look at the Mona Lisa and see a magnificent portrait produced by an artist at the height of his powers. Others will see it as little more than a picture… more»

Rust-Free Restorer: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302

Don’t be fooled by its Winter Wonderland surroundings because this 1970 Mustang Boss 302 has spent its life in a drier climate. That has allowed it to remain rust-free, making it a prime candidate for restoration. Its cosmetic needs… more»

No Reserve Patina Pickup: 1948 Chevrolet 3600

This 1948 Chevrolet 3600 amply demonstrates the desirability of classic pickups. Since the owner listed it for sale, it has already received an impressive twenty-five bids. People are obviously taken with what it offers, and it is easy to… more»

Slant Six Or 360 V8? 1974 Plymouth Duster

Pat L. found this interesting project. It is a 1974 Plymouth Duster that was sidelined due to brake issues in 2011. The car has approximately 112,000 miles and looks pretty solid. The seller pulled the original slant six-cylinder engine… more»

Rarest of C3s? 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

The C3 (third generation, “Mako Shark” era) Corvettes had a 15-year run between 1968-82. The 1970 models were the least produced of the generation due to a labor strike in the Spring of 1969. The seller’s 1970 ‘Vette is… more»

429 V8 Project: 1970 Mercury Cyclone

Throughout the late 1960s, the Cyclone was Mercury’s mid-size performance car, sandwiched between the Cougar and Marauder. The fourth and final generation of the auto was built between 1970-71 and a 429 cubic inch V8 – like we’re told… more»

Gold Gazelle: 1964 Chevy Impala Golden Anniverary

Commemorative editions are not uncommon with car manufacturers. Sometimes it’s a simple sign with a photoshoot to document a number milestone, sometimes it’s to honor the final example of a model as production ends, and sometimes it’s to celebrate… more»

69k Original Miles: 1966 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback

Every restoration project is going to have its good and bad points. That is certainly the case with this 1966 Mustang 2+2 Fastback. Its rust issues appear to be confined to little more than surface corrosion, while its drivetrain… more»

Red Bird Remnant: 1979 Pontiac Firebird

This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Esprit is a Red Bird Edition car located in Holiday, Florida. The car is listed for sale here on eBay for a Buy It Now Price of $4,500. So far there have been no takers… more»

350/4-Speed: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro LT Z28

Adverse weather conditions can exact a heavy toll on classic steel. This 1973 Chevrolet Camaro LT Z28 graphically demonstrates that. The owner is candid about its overall condition, and as you will see, it will take a dedicated buyer… more»

383/4-Speed Project: 1967 Plymouth Satellite

Plymouth’s B-body platform was assigned to their intermediates in the late 1960s and the Satellite was the top-of-the-line model (along with the performance edition, GTX). During 1965-67, the Satellite was only available as a 2-door hardtop or convertible and… more»

Forest Find: 1972 Datsun 510

As someone who sells an awful lot of projects out of wooded scenery just like this 1972 Datsun 510 is seen slumbering in, I understand the initial rush to judgment. Why on Earth would you, a sensible human being,… more»

Unfinished Project: 1979 Pontiac Firebird

Can you save this bird from extinction? This is a 1979 Pontiac Firebird that the seller started to convert to a Trans Am. There are four days left in the auction and the car is located in Dandridge, Tennessee…. more»

Last of the Tailfins: 1961 Chrysler Newport

Two styling cues helped distinguish the 1961 Chryslers from the year before and the year after. They had slanted dual headlights instead of horizontal ones as with the ‘60s, and the wild tailfins of the “Forward Look” Chrysler products… more»