When the company launched its “Dodge Rebellion” marketing campaign, the new Charger was at the forefront. The approach was to solidify Dodge as being the performance arm of Chrysler Corp. The Charger didn’t catch on at first in 1966-67,… more»
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Oct 28, 2024 • Events For Sale • 10 Comments
Italian Smorgasbord: Auto E Moto d’Epoca
Every year, one of the largest swap meets in the world convenes in Italy, specifically Bologna after the show outgrew the confines of Padua’s fiera two years ago. Held over four days in October, Auto e Moto d’Epoca tempts… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 45 Comments
One Family Slant Six: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
When the Plymouth Barracuda was totally redesigned in 1970, most buyers wanted a V8 engine. And 89% of them were built with a 318 cubic inch V8 engine or larger. The other 11% came with the Slant Six motor… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
V8 Swapped 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
Fans of Britain’s Sunbeam know Caroll Shelby worked with Sunbeam to engineer a Ford V8-powered Alpine named Tiger. That’s right; the Tiger followed Shelby’s recipe for the Cobra, a Ford V8-swapped British AC Ace roadster. According to the seller,… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments
1 Of 500: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Project
Just the mention of a Boss 429 Mustang is enough to bring tears of joy to most blue oval fans, and rightfully so, as not only are these Fords fast but they’re also scarce and highly sought after. The… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Have You Ever Seen One? 1949 Fiat 1500 D
The 1500 was a pre- and post-war car built by Fiat in Italy. It was larger than the Fiats that most U.S. buyers associate with the brand, powered by a 1493-cc inline-6 engine. In production from 1935 to 1950,… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Unrestored Hippie Van! 1976 Dodge Tradesman
Dodge’s B-Series vans, dubbed the RAM, were in production for more than 30 years (1971-2003). The first generation ran through 1978 and was divided into two categories, Tradesman for cargo vans and Sportsman for people vans. The Tradesman was… more»
318 V8 Crate Motor: 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda
Although the Plymouth Barracuda was all-new in 1970, its wings were clipped after 1971 as a performance car. Before 1972, you could get a ‘Cuda with a 383, 440, or 426 Hemi V8. After that, the 340 was the… more»
Oct 27, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Build it Your Way: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
If you are the type of enthusiast who prefers to see original classics preserved but has also harbored a desire to create the custom build of your dreams, this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible is worth a look. It retains… more»
Oct 27, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Rusty Roller: 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback
When the hot new Ford Mustang arrived in April 1964, just two body styles were offered. It wasn’t until the Fall of that year when the “official” 1965 models would have a fastback to join the coupe and convertible…. more»
Oct 27, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Plastic Project: 1971 Saab Sonett III
While the Saab Sonett produced from 1970 through 1974 purports to be a Sonett “III”, it’s actually the fourth model made. The series began in 1955 with the launch of a roadster powered by a two-stroke motor, called the… more»
Oct 27, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Last of the Real Packards:1956 Clipper Touring Sedan
The roots of the Packard Motor Car Co. date back to 1899. For much of its time in business, the company was known for producing high-quality vehicles. However, going into the 1950s, Packard found it increasingly hard to compete… more»
Oct 26, 2024 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Boxy Beetle Alternative: 1969 Volkswagen Type 3 Wagon
While many at Volkswagen in the late fifties were likely in disbelief about how many Beetles they were selling, the handwriting was on the wall. Sooner or later, customer tastes, government mandates, and the need to offer a diversified… more»
Oct 26, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Buried 1988 Chrysler Conquest
Chrysler had a long-standing relationship with Mitsubishi, which also included an ownership stake. Beginning in the 1970s, Chrysler would often sell captive imports built by Mitsubishi in Japan. One of these cars was the Starion, which was most commonly… more»
Oct 26, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Sports Car Special: 1957 Victress C2 Coupe
America was obsessed with sports cars in the fifties. From the British imports that were making the trek across the Atlantic to the various domestic renditions of the sports car theme, enthusiasts had several fascinating choices at their disposal. … more»
Oct 26, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Rebuilt 400: 1968 Pontiac GTO Project
The term iconic is overused in the classic world, but there are few better than that to describe the Pontiac GTO. Considered the father of the muscle car sector, they are more popular today than when new. This 1968… more»
