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Split Window 1958 Volkswagen Bus!

In terms of ratios, it seems like the Type 2 Volkswagen Bus was converted into a commercial vehicle almost as frequently as its domestic counterparts. The slab-sided panel vans appear far less frequently than the traditional passenger buses, but… more»

Split Window Project: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette

What do you do with a collector car that will never be original but typically only commands top dollar when it is factory correct? That’s a question there’s rarely an easy answer to, and the next owner of this… more»

Final Assembly Required: 1987 Porsche 924 S

This 1987 Porsche 924S looks like a ghost car, sitting in the empty warehouse building where it’s been a partially disassembled project for God knows how long. The 924 is the low man on the Porsche totem pole, but… more»

Solid Project: 1954 Hudson Hornet Special Club Coupe

While it is often said that racing improves the breed, sometimes on-track success doesn’t translate to sales on the showroom floor. Such was the case with the Hudson Hornet. Despite dominating stock car racing in the first few years… more»

396 Four-Speed! 1970 Chevrolet Malibu SS

You twist the key and the heavy-duty starter coaxes the big-block V8 to life. A smirk crosses your face as the exhaust settles to a threatening rumble. You depress the solid clutch and engage first gear, knowing anything but… more»

Gasser Or Restoration? 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air

With most project cars, I lean towards restoring rather than customizing them. There are cases though when a car is either missing lots of parts or is just a little too rough to justify a restoration. This 1955 Chevy… more»

59,000 Original Mile 1961 Chevrolet Corvair Rampside

Many people have claimed to reinvent the wheel, but has anyone thought about how they would actually do such a thing? Something as simple and ingrained in society as a wheel surely can’t be reinvented, right? What about reinventing… more»

Package Deal Project: 1985 Maserati Biturbo

When it comes to certain “problem” cars, it makes sense to buy the best one you can get. If you can’t swing that, I recommend buying the one you can afford with as many spares as possible. This 1985… more»

Running Roundie: 1972 BMW 2002

This 1972 BMW 2002 is a desirable round taillight example, otherwise known as a “roundie.” Despite being listed in Andover, Massachusetts, it is from Colorado and is said to be quite solid in all the areas that are typically… more»

One Owner: 1983 Ford Mustang GT

This 1983 Ford Mustang GT ticks a few of the right boxes for anyone hunting for a project car. It is a one-owner classic that has a genuine 66,000 miles showing on its odometer. It looks like its cosmetic… more»

Parked in 1983! 1969 Continental Mark III

Those who knew him often said that people should have revered and feared Lee Iacocca in equal amounts. He was a man who could be witty, charming, and generous. He also didn’t suffer fools gladly and was willing to… more»

Stored 30 Years: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

UPDATE – The seller has relisted this Camaro after the winner of the previous auction never contacted them. If you’d love to have it, here’s your chance! The successful Chevy Camaro was in its third year of production for… more»

3+ Lotus Europas With Tons Of Parts!

I’ve long wanted a Lotus Europa, but as I’ve noted before, they are for the slight of build, and I don’t qualify. However, this collection of Europas and parts happen to be close enough to me to make me… more»

Original V8: 1957 Chevrolet 210 Townsman Station Wagon

With the values of classic station wagons growing at an alarming rate, the day will come where the more desirable examples could climb out of the reach of most enthusiasts. They will face two choices. The first will be… more»

Desert Find: 1961 Triumph TR3A

  A true desert find, this 1961 TR3A has absolutely no history (the seller doesn’t even know the model year, but the commission number tells us that it’s a late 1961 car) but is surprisingly solid! It’s listed for… more»

428 Powered: 1966 Ford Thunderbird

While Ford’s goal with the Thunderbird was to produce what it termed a personal luxury car, clever buyers could squeeze impressive performance out of their new toy for minimal outlay if the mood took them. That is the path… more»