It’s A Van, It’s A Plane–It’s A Baron!

One of the more creative uses I’ve seen of an Beechcraft Baron airplane fuselage is this motorized “car shuttle type thing” (to quote the seller) that is listed for auction here on eBay UK. Bidding is currently at only 1,850… more»

Pace Car Partner: 1979 Mustang Go Cart

Just the other day, I saw a dealer promo go-cart in the shape of a first-generation Subaru Brat. It was one of those moments of, “Oh, I need to own that,” followed by more sane thoughts about where I’d… more»

Ready for Winter: 1989 Pontiac 6000 STE AWD

Here in the northeast, we’re about to get the second major snowstorm of the season. It’s days like today that I wish my Subaru XT6 project was in top form, as churning through mountains of snow is what those… more»

Right Hand Drive: 1950 Chevrolet Fleetline sedan

These early 50’s Chevrolet Fleetlines are great looking cars with rock solid engines in them. But this Chevrolet is far, far away from America. This right hand drive Fleetline was discovered in Newcastle NSW, which is located in Australia. With… more»

The Future of Driver’s Ed: 1968 Dodge Mobilab

We all can look back with either fondness or horror at the vehicles used in high school driver’s ed classes, but how many of us can say they learned how to drive virtually inside the “Education Service Unit Driver… more»

A Sign of the Times: 1984 Lincoln MKVII Diesel

If there was ever a contest of oddball cars from the 80s, the BMW-diesel equipped Lincoln MKVII is a clear contendor for first prize. Produced at a time when not having a fuel-efficient vehicle in your lineup was akin… more»

The Long and Short of it: 1980 Comuta-Car

Believe it or not, and you can believe it, I’m a huge fan of these cars. This is a 1980 Comuta-Car and it’s listed on eBay with an unmet opening bid of $1,500. It’s located in Wrightsville, Pennsylvania so… more»

Standing Ovation? 1984 AMC Renault Encore

The Renault / AMC years were interesting ones, and the offspring of this marriage are still spotted in the wild today. Unfortunately introduced just about the time competition from Japan was ramping up and fuel prices were trending down, the… more»

Uncommon Woody: 1948 Packard Station Sedan

Whenever the term “Woodie” gets dropped into a conversation our minds often think of Fords, Mercurys, and other makes and models. Most likely at the end of that list is this uncommon Packard Station Sedan. Built from 1948 until… more»

Under the Influence: 1965 Ford Cortina

As someone who isn’t a welder or a fabrication specialist, I’ve never had the desire to become an artist with automotive bodywork. But, those more creative than me have whipped up some impressive hot rods and street customs that… more»

Barn Cricket: 1971 Plymouth Cricket

This one may be a bit of a head-scratcher for a few of you, I know that it is for me. This is a 1971 Plymouth Cricket and it’s on Craigslist with an asking price of $1,000 or best… more»

What A Story! 1986 DOT Test Yugo With 61 Miles

There are times I start to write a post when I know folks are going to get fired up about it–whether it’s suitable for posting here or not! This is one of those times, but bear with me, because this sliced up… more»

Green With EV: 1968 Karmann Ghia

This has got to be one of the coolest electric car conversion I have seen. It’s a 1968 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, a very lightweight and fun-to-drive car to begin with, and as an electric vehicle is surely an interesting… more»

LeLectric Car: 1980 Lectric Leopard

For those of you who don’t care for the regular LeCar powertrain, or those of you who lament anyone “ruining” a perfectly good car to turn it into a battery-powered car, this one is for you! This unusual ride… more»

Bertone Beauty: 1960 NSU Sport Prinz

This zoomy little thing is a 1960 NSU Sport Prinz and it’s on eBay with no takers on an opening bid of $1,900. This two-seater is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Le Van: 1960 Renault Petite-Panel Van

Are you looking for something different? I mean, really different? If so, this 1960 Renault Petite-Panel Van is what you’ve been looking for. This cool and unusual hauler is on Craigslist with an asking price of $3,000. As you… more»

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