Many consider the Pontiac GTO to be the godfather of muscle cars (though some credit the Chrysler Letter-Series for being the first). After a killer launch in 1964, the GTO would become a series of its own from 1966… more»
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Feb 28, 2024 • For Sale • 31 Comments
402-Powered 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Rat Rod
Chevrolet redesigned its cars in 1955 and the three-year run was so successful that they would later be dubbed the “Tri-Fives”. Part of the allure was the first Chevy V8 since 1918. This ’55 Bel Air sedan didn’t benefit… more»
Feb 28, 2024 • For Sale • 47 Comments
One-of-a-Kind! 1959 Cadillac Wagon DeVille
Back in the 1950s, Cadillac made a lot of wild-looking automobiles. But a station wagon wasn’t one of them. Like this 1959 Cadillac “Wagon DeVille” that began life as a 1959 Oldsmobile Fiesta 4-door station wagon. Substantial grafting work… more»
Feb 28, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
The Judge Clone Project: 1968 Pontiac GTO
Several muscle cars of the 1960s and 1970s have been the subject of clones over the years. Such as a routine 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu turning into a Chevelle SS 396. Another might be the Pontiac GTO becoming “The… more»
Feb 28, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Restomod or Restore? 1964 Chevrolet Corvette
Many of us have been in the unenviable position of realizing we’re running out of time to finish a project. That, and the fact that we’d rather have the money in our bank account than sitting in a project… more»
Feb 28, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
No Time to Drive: 1985 Toyota Celica GT-S Convertible
When it comes to aftermarket convertible conversions, the results are usually less than stellar. You’re talking about a car that the factory didn’t want to take the time to convert into a drop top, and then expecting an outfit… more»
Feb 28, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
No Sunroof Coupe: 1977 Porsche 911
If you ever question how much money you’re spending on a project, just remember that there’s a world in which numerous bidders are lining up to spend close to $30,000 on a vehicle with no engine and missing rear… more»
Feb 28, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Road Runner Clone: 1971 Plymouth Satellite
This 1971 Plymouth Satellite may have begun life as an ordinary family car. The VIN decodes it as having had a 318 cubic inch V8 from the factory. But today, it wears older Road Runner identification and a 400… more»
Feb 28, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
One Family Owned: 1994 Mazda RX-7
The FD-chassis Mazda RX-7 remains one of the more intriguing investment options in the modern classics category. Easily one of the most beautiful Japanese coupes ever made, the rotary-powered two-door was also produced in fairly limited quantities and is… more»
Feb 28, 2024 • For Sale • 2 Comments
Upgraded V8? 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT
Choosing the right candidate for towing or off-road adventures can be challenging, but sometimes, the right vehicle appears unexpectedly. Such is the case with this 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT. It is a dry-climate classic with no rust issues…. more»
Feb 28, 2024 • For Sale • 51 Comments
371 Tri-Power Project: 1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Fiesta Wagon
The idea of a muscle Wagon must have seemed like an oxymoron to some potential buyers in the 1950s, but Oldsmobile gave the concept a fair shake with the 1957 Super 88 Fiesta Wagon. The standard 371ci V8 under… more»
Feb 28, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Missing in Action for 20 Years: 1936 Ford Cabriolet
In many ads, sellers will claim that their car is 1 of some number of survivors of that particular make and model. While those numbers are probably in the ballpark, it never ceases to amaze us just how many… more»
Feb 27, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Original Fuelie: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe
Some project candidates tick so many of the right boxes for enthusiasts that it is easy to understand why they generate strong interest. Take this 1963 Chevrolet Corvette as a prime example. It is a desirable Split Window Coupe,… more»
Feb 27, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
28k Original Miles: 1979 Ford F-150 4×4 Pickup
Sitting in this shed is a classic hiding a secret. The 1979 F-150 Pickup looks tired but is a solid vehicle requiring restoration or preservation. It has served its owners well as a farm truck, and the lack of… more»
Feb 27, 2024 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Dual-Carburetors! 1957 Plymouth Fury Project
The Fury debuted in 1956 as a high-end, 2-door hardtop version of the Plymouth Belvedere. By 1959, it would become the flagship of the brand, just like the Impala over at Chevrolet. In 1957, Chrysler treated its products to… more»
Feb 27, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
No Reserve Project: 1970 Dodge Challenger
The seller of this 1970 Dodge Challenger tells us right away that his Mopar knowledge is limited, but he sure knows a rusty car when one comes around as the proclamation is made that every piece of metal here… more»
