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BF Auction: 1976 Lomax 223 Three-Wheeler

If you’re looking for something guaranteed to stand out at the next cruise-in, this 1976 Lomax 223 could be just the ticket. Offered through Barn Finds Auctions, this eye-catching three-wheeler blends lightweight British-inspired design with Citroën underpinnings, creating a… more»

Holy Grail? 1987 Toyota 4×4 Pickup

The paint code reads 3D7, which Toyota refers to as “Red,” a pragmatic name for a pragmatic truck. Huge tires seem to be popular with these little trucks, giving them a bit of extra clearance for anyone who actually… more»

BYOE: 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra

The 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra is amongst the most desirable American production cars to emerge during that decade. Its combination of looks and performance was a fitting way to bid goodbye to the venerable Fox-Body, and pristine examples… more»

Big-Block Locked: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454

This 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 makes a positive first impression. It features shining, driver-grade paint, while the listing images confirm it is rock-solid. So far, so good. Its engine bay houses a 454ci big-block, which is where the… more»

1972 Plymouth Road Runner Project

Life can deliver some pretty disappointing moments, and such is the case with the current owner of this 1972 Plymouth Road Runner. They purchased the car on the strength of photos supplied by the seller, who stated that it… more»

No Reserve Garage Find: 1972 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS

Until recently, this 1972 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS 350 had two claims to fame. The first is that it had been part of the same family since the day it left the showroom floor. The second is that it has… more»

Triple White Feature Car: 1993 Ford Mustang LX

When you hear the words “Feature Car,” it brings to mind a vehicle that gets a four-page spread in Fast Fords magazine. However, in the case of the Fox body Mustang, it’s actually a limited-edition cosmetic package that offered… more»

33K Original Miles? 1995 BMW M3

There’s a significant part of me that didn’t want to share this low-mileage 1995 BMW M3 with the broader community. However, I’ve reached a point in life where more projects sound like a burden, so it’s a healthy exercise… more»

Turbocharged Project: 1988 Dodge Daytona Shelby Z

The Dodge Daytona built during the K-Car years is one of the hobby’s more misunderstood driver’s cars – and that includes by yours truly. On paper, it seems like the sort of vehicle we should all aspire to own… more»

Needs Finishing: 1963 Buick Riviera

I have always struggled to choose a clear-cut favorite classic from the 1960s. The shortlist features all the usual suspects, including the Pontiac GTO, Ford Mustang, and Pontiac Firebird. However, the First Generation Buick Riviera has always been a… more»

Parts Car 2-Pack: Pair of Maserati Quattroportes

Dating back to 1963, the Maserati Quattroporte was a full-size luxury sedan built in Italy. The fifth generation was produced from 2003 to 2012, and the last of the last were built in 2023. In the U.S., they were… more»

Dusty Desert Find: 1962 Chrysler Newport

From 1961 to 1981, the Newport was Chrysler’s entry-level full-size car. But because it was a Chrysler, it was far from a basic automobile. In 1962, the 361 cubic inch V8 was the standard engine, and we assume that’s… more»

Weather-Worn: 1978 Pontiac Grand LeMans

The LeMans spent 20 years as Pontiac’s mid-size automobile, giving life to the GTO muscle car in the middle of the 1960s. It was given a luxury model in the early 1970s, appropriately dubbed Luxury LeMans. In 1975, they… more»

Restorable Wagon? 1960 Studebaker Lark VI

By the end of the 1950s, things were looking bleak at Studebaker-Packard. Their merger in 1954 didn’t produce the desired results, and the Packard brand was gone after 1958. A temporary reprieve came in the form of the new… more»

Unfinished Project: De Tomaso Pantera

Project cars come in all shapes and sizes, but few have the presence of a De Tomaso Pantera. This example, recently listed on Facebook Marketplace in Lumberton, North Carolina, isn’t a weekend driver or a quick cosmetic refresh. Instead,… more»

Special Delivery: Barn Find Cushman Package Kar

Cushman Motor Company was founded in 1901 to make small-displacement engines for farm and household equipment. Just a few years later, manufacturers were experimenting with scooters; in fact, the US Postal Service contracted with Autoped to put its mail… more»