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1974 Moskvitch 408 Survivor

Since the end of the Cold War, more and more former Soviet Bloc cars have made their way westward. One such car was the Moskvitch 408. This specific example, a 1974 sedan-version, was imported from the Czech Republic a… more»

Krazy Kart! 1960s Rocket-Powered Go Kart

For enthusiasts who crave a motorsport thrill, drag racing and go-karting offer affordable options. Even the most potent conventional kart will not provide the outright speed fix afforded by a purpose-built drag car, but this vintage 1960 kart might… more»

Same Owner 25 Years: 1969 Pontiac Firebird Convertible

Pontiac’s Firebird would jump into action in 1967 along with Chevy’s new Camaro. For the cars’ first generation (1967-69), they would collectively outsell the Ford Mustang by some 30,000 automobiles. And that included an extended production year in 1969… more»

Three Owner: 1972 Porsche 914

The 914 was a joint venture between Porsche and Volkswagen, after both were looking for a new mid-engined sports car to replace the rear-engined entry-level Porsche 912 and rear-engined range-topping Volkswagen Karmann Ghia. Hitting two birds with one stone,… more»

Nearly There: 1967 Datsun 1600 Project!

It’s been said that 50% of the time on any project is spent on the last 10% of any project.  While this may be true, it’s those last odds and ends that are often the most satisfying, aside from… more»

In the Garage 30 Years: 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible

The Mustang would get its first restyle in 1967 after selling more 1.1 million copies in its first two years. The car would also get its first competition that year in the form of the Camaro and Firebird from… more»

Field of Dreams: Huge Montana Collection For Sale!

If you find yourself out roaming around anywhere near Great Falls, Montana, there’s a treasure trove of old cars, trucks, tractors, trailers, boats, toys and other assorted stuff to be found. It’s all for sale, including both restored and… more»

Cheap Project? 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

Seventeen grand may not seem cheap when we’re talking project cars but it might actually be a bargain price for a C1 Corvette. Let’s take a closer look at this 1962 example and see if it’s a good buy…. more»

Shed Stored 25 Years: 1966 Cadillac DeVille Convertible

Beginning in the 1960s, the DeVille would become the volume production car for Cadillac for years to come. That would be especially true for the 1966 model year when the DeVille accounted for more than 70 percent of the… more»

Six-Wheeled Wagon: 1989 Citroen CX Loadrunner

The Citroen CX Break (wagon) was introduced in 1975 as a replacement for the ID/DS Break. With its long wheelbase and spacious cargo area, it was intended to go tête à tête with the Peugeot 504 (later 505) Break… more»

R-Code Roller: 1964 Ford Galaxie 500

Ford enthusiasts tend to get excited when they run across a 1964-67 full-size car with the R-code designation. That’s because the R meant a racing 427 cubic inch V8 capable of 425 horsepower. Before you get too excited here,… more»

True Barn Find: 1963 Ford Falcon Futura Convertible

The Falcon was Ford’s first entry into the compact sector. First appearing in 1960, the name would last the decade and its platform spawn other popular cars, such as the Mustang and Maverick, also products of the ‘60s. This… more»

Easy project: 1956 Citroen 2CV

It is hard to look at a Citroen 2CV and not break out in a smile. These are quirky classics, and while they aren’t a jet in a straight line, they offer a driving experience that is engaging and… more»

Rare Fastback: 1946 Oldsmobile 76 Dynamic Cruiser Deluxe Club Sedan

While most variants of the 1946 Oldsmobile “76 Series” were not particularly rare, the same couldn’t be said of one particular offering from within the range. The model in question is the 76 Dynamic Cruiser Deluxe Club Sedan. The… more»

Stored 15 Years: 1962 Dodge Custom 880 Convertible

Due to a strategic miscue by Chrysler executives, Dodge had no traditional full-size cars to sell for 1962. They reacted in record time and by mid-year Dodge had the Custom 880 which was a mix of the Chrysler Newport… more»

Maroon Y84 Special Edition: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

With just over 1,100 of these cars built, a true Y84 W72 WS6 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is a rare find. This one is unusual because at some point, someone painted it maroon. It should be painted Code 19… more»