The 1961 to 1963 BOP compacts are offbeat collector car choices, especially considering that their parent company is one of the largest in American history. Aside from some parts availability issues, however, they’re practical cars for reasonable prices. They’re… more»
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Muscle Drop-Top: 1969 Buick GS 400 Convertible
It is often said that we can’t have it all, but this 1969 Buick Gran Sport 400 Convertible demonstrates that we can go close. This exceptionally tidy classic features stunning looks, impressive performance, and a long list of factory… more»
Drop-Top for Trade: 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Monza
If you’re looking for a first-generation Chevy Corvair, the 1964 model might be the one to get. Many of the handling issues that drew ire from safety crusader Ralph Nader had been resolved and the output of the air-cooled… more»
Mechanically Restored: 1963 Cadillac Convertible
I’ll always be a bit sentimental about 1963 Cadillacs. That’s because in 1968, my Uncle Peewee let my dad know about a cream puff 1963 Cadillac coming up for sale. It was five years old but looked and smelled… more»
Rust-Free Project: 1969 Pontiac GTO Convertible
While many enthusiasts dream of the day they can park a desirable classic project in their workshop, some find the prospect of rust repairs as part of their build daunting. However, this 1969 Pontiac GTO Convertible rides to the… more»
Handsome Behemoth: 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible
The name Eldorado has always conjured up images of gold. Cadillac had a long history of using that name on their most luxurious and expensive models in the lineup. By 1976, numerous events coincided to make the Eldorado produced… more»
Original L76/4-Speed: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
I don’t think there are many angles better to photograph a C2 Corvette than from low-down. It allows the photographer to accentuate the car’s beautiful lines, especially if the vehicle presents as superbly as this 1965 Convertible. Finding anything… more»
Simply Stunning: 17k Mile 2000 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible
Before I delve too deeply into the story of this 2000 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible, I must give the seller a pat on the back. By photographing the car in subdued light, they have managed to emphasize its sweeping… more»
Handsome but Diminutive: 1938 American Bantam Roadster
One of the more endearing aspects of the automobile market in the thirties was the incredible number of choices available to consumers. There were still several independent manufacturers scraping by. They did so by exploiting niches in the market… more»
Rumble Seat Roadster: 1939 Ford De Luxe Convertible
I have been fortunate to have accumulated a wide range of classic motoring experiences, but one that remains on my Bucket List is to travel in a rumble seat. I am not as young and flexible as I once… more»
Family Collection of Cars For Sale
Selling off a family’s collection has to be both rewarding and slightly deflating, seeing cars go away that you’ll likely never be able to buy again. But if your dad or grandparents managed to put away a variety of… more»
Cheap and Rusty: 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380SL
I’ve become a fan of older Mercedes-Benz products over the last few years, perhaps more than any of the other European marques I tend to be smitten by. The main reason for this is durability: despite the reputation of… more»
A Classic Muscle Car? 1968 Pontiac LeMans
So claims the seller, who suggests that in the case of this 1968 Pontiac LeMans convertible “maybe there is a good home for it out there lol and someone who wants to own a classic muscle car.” So, is… more»
One Family Owned: 1966 Pontiac Catalina Convertible
I’m happy to be non-denominational in my love of old cars. My collection includes at least one car from each of the Big Three, and I can honestly say that I’m not a Ford guy, a GM guy, or… more»
Turbo Convertible: 1985 Chrysler LeBaron
It’s fascinating to me to see the vehicles people put away for a rainy day, or more accurately, never drove in the rain. When such vehicles were new, there was a moment when the first owner, and possibly the… more»