If you’re sick of seeing the 21-window VW Buses get all the glory, then now might be the time to get in on what I think will become the next most collectible version: the Type 2 panel van buses…. more»
Project Cars
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Garaged Goat: 1969 Pontiac GTO
65,454 “regular” Pontiac GTOs were produced in 1969, so even with a generous estimate of 10% survival there are fewer than 7,000 left. This example certainly needs some work, but has already received PHS documentation so you’ll know what… more»
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Winter Workhorse: 1956 Oshkosh Plow Truck
Although we’ve had a fairly mild season by our normal standards here in the Northeast, winter is inherently evil so anything is possible. Sorry; did my seasonal bias shine through? As a car enthusiast, it’s hard not to yearn… more»
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10 Second Kammback: 1973 Chevy Vega Drag Car
The rarely seen Chevy Vega Kammback is a favorite of mine, as the two-door wagon body is rarely seen but gave the entry-level Chevy some awesome proportions. Squared up and ready to launch, this stance works particularly well on… more»
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Almost Perfect: 1963 Chevrolet Split-Window Corvette
For the $105,000 asking price, many buyers might appreciate more details on this 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe in Erie, Colorado. Does it run? Only The Shadow knows. The listing here on eBay offers four pictures and 39 words. That’s… more»
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3 for 1: 1972 Honda Z600 Package Deal
Quirky, cool and fun, the Honda Z600 was Honda’s second automobile to be officially sold in America. Powered by an air-cooled motorcycle like engine, these small cars are fun and affordable classics. Like with any uncommon car, amassing plenty… more»
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Fresh Big Block: 1970 Dodge Charger 440
The owner of this 1970 Dodge Charger describes it as being fairly original and untouched. The car looks to be in generally good condition, and some work has been completed towards restoring it to its former glory. Located in… more»
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Period Gasser! 1950 Olds 88
I’ve seen many “gassers” over the years that are later conversions — cars that have been made over after the fact. This 1950 Oldsmobile actually was a competition car as far back as the 1960s and is now for sale here… more»
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Solid Californian: 1972 Datsun 240Z
There probably isn’t a lot to be said about the Datsun 240Z that hasn’t already been said or written at some stage. Ignoring the comparisons to the early E-Type Jaguar, one thing that can be said about the 240Z… more»
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Paint Your Wagon: 1969 Chevrolet Impala Station Wagon
Across the globe in the new car market, the large station wagon is definitely on the endangered list. The rise of the SUV has seen sales of the station wagon plunge, and the majority of manufacturers have either dropped… more»
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Canadian Boogie Van: 1972 Fargo B100 Tradesman
This 1972 Fargo B100 van is a Canadian-market example of the classic Dodge-branded cargo hauler, and looks to be in excellent condition despite hailing from north of the border. I do like vehicles that are just barely different from… more»
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Shop Class Build: 1954 Buick Camper
Shop class is a great place to learn and develop techniques, but you often don’t want the finished project. Well this Buick “camper” is a neat build in theory, but needs work to be a functional reality. This custom… more»
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1 Of 1,377: 1977 Pontiac Can Am
There has always been a level of confusion over the actual number of Pontiac Can Ams that rolled off the production line. The widely held belief that there were 1,377 cars, while Jim Wangers, the man whose company, Motortown,… more»
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Early Classic: 1959 Morris Mini
When it was introduced in 1959, the Morris Mini was a complete game changer. While it wasn’t the first front-wheel-drive car that had hit the market, the combination of that transverse front engine driving the front wheels suddenly made… more»
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78k Genuine Miles: 1967 Ford Fairlane 500 XL
The owner of this 1967 Fairlane has had the car for 33 years but has decided to move it on. It is a nice looking car that appears to only require some minor work to get it back on… more»
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Junkyard Finds: Classics at Yank-A-Part Yard
One of the comments I make most frequently to salvage yard owners is that they should put their most unusual or special parts cars and trucks online, somewhere, anywhere, in order to drive foot traffic and phone calls. Few… more»
