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454/4-Speed 1974 Chevrolet El Camino Barn Find!

From 1964 through 1987, the El Camino was a fixture in the Chevrolet line-up, something of a “gentleman’s pickup” that was linked to the Chevelle during this period. Like the Chevelle, they could be had in SS models and… more»

Build It Your Way: No Reserve 1965 Lancia Fulvia

This 1965 Lancia Fulvia is a total project, but one that looks worthy of restoration. Plus, it has the notoriety of being a right-hand drive model, indicating it was never intended for sale in the U.S. market – if… more»

Indy Pace Car Replica: 1977 Oldsmobile Delta 88

In 1977, Oldsmobile was selected for the fourth time in a decade to pace the Indianapolis 500. It was a new record for the most Pace Car appearances by one make in a 10-year span. The ’77 full-size models… more»

Pants Required: 1956 Ford F-100 Short Bed

“If you don’t wear the pants in the family, please do not bid.” reads one of the first lines in the ad for this 1956 Ford F-100. I’m guessing the seller had a deal fall apart and is now… more»

One Owner Turbo V8! 1980 Pontiac Trans Am

During the mid-’70s to mid-’80s, automobile manufacturers struggled to make power with decent fuel economy and reduced emissions. Pontiac took an ambitious step with the Turbo Trans Am. This 1980 Pontiac Trans Am in Scottsdale, Arizona offers a chance… more»

Garden Find: 1980 Volkswagen Puma GTE

UPDATE – The seller of this Puma messaged us with more photos and info on their car! You can find both below. Pumas are a rare sight in the U.S.A., but we’ve featured them numerous times over the years…. more»

Comes With 2 Engines: 1968 Plymouth Road Runner

The Road Runner debuted to a lot of fanfare for 1968. After all, it was a fun car patterned after a popular and fast cartoon character with a horn that went “beep beep” (or was that “meep meep”) when… more»

Parked Since The 1980s: 1968 AMC AMX 390 V8

I met a friend in Kenosha, Wisconsin for coffee a couple of years ago on my way to Chicago. I had driven past the exit many times but had never been to historic downtown Kenosha before, the former home… more»

Hi-Po 289: 1965 Ford Mustang K-Code

Lightning strikes twice? For the second time in as many weeks, we have another valuable Mustang to review that is in a rather disorganized state. This time, it’s a top dog K-Code variety but all is not as it… more»

Hemi Orange Project: 1969 Dodge Charger R/T

When the Charger was introduced in 1966, it was both personal luxury and muscle car rolled into one. Sales of the automobile really took off when the car was redesigned in 1968 along with the rest of Chrysler’s intermediates,… more»

Oval Window Project: 1956 Volkswagen Beetle

Oval window Volkswagen Beetles will never not be collectible, even when found with severe rust issues. However, as most of us know by now, if the Beetle’s body is intact, replacing the floorpan is no big deal. The oval… more»

Parked in 2006: 1969 Dodge Charger

Sometimes we will buy a classic car with all of the best intentions in the world, but life will get in the way. It is at this time that restoration projects will stall, often before they can even begin…. more»

Rare Aluminum Body: 1950 Muntz Jet

You don’t gain the nickname of “Madman” by following life’s conventional path. That was the case with Earl “Madman” Muntz. He was a man who was willing to take risks in both his business and private lives. As a… more»

1970 Dodge Super Bee Project

2-door muscle car projects are getting harder to find every day. Cars that only a decade ago would have sold for a couple of hundred dollars are now selling for a premium. This 1970 Dodge Super Bee can be… more»

No Reserve: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z28/RS

Some classic cars can be mystery machines, and this 1973 Camaro Z28 is no exception. Someone has commenced the process of restoring this beast, but this has stalled. It was originally ordered with some nice optional extras, but how… more»

Killer Patina? 1976 Ford Pinto Wagon

I went back on my word! I wasn’t going to use the “P” word in a title. I couldn’t help myself when I saw the seller’s description of his 1976 Ford Pinto “Squire” wagon. It just got away from… more»

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