The VW Thing (technically the Type 181) was a military-style vehicle that most closely resembled the Jeep. But it was a rear-wheel drive “fun-mobile” that used the same rear-mounted engine as the VW Beetle. They were only sold in… more»
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Nov 5, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Top-Down Performer: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
The Chevelle was one of Chevrolet’s best-selling automobiles from 1964 to 1977 (rebranded as the Malibu in 1978, the series’ previous most successful model). The second generation wound down production in 1972, including the seller’s car which was one… more»
Nov 5, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Drop-Top Runs Needs TLC: 1989 Ford Mustang GT
The Fox Body era of the Ford Mustang was one of the pony car’s best in terms of sales. More than 2.6 million coupes, hatchbacks, and convertibles were built over this run which lasted from 1979 to 1993. The… more»
Nov 4, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Drive and Restore: 1968 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible
There is something undeniably attractive about purchasing a restoration project with no urgent needs. It allows the owner to enjoy the car immediately while formulating their plan for its restoration. That is the opportunity provided by this 1968 Oldsmobile… more»
Nov 4, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Bloomington Gold Survivor: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
There are few greater honors for Corvette owners than receiving Bloomington Gold Certification. It recognizes their car as the best of the best and was accorded this 1965 Corvette Convertible. Adding to its appeal is its original L76 version… more»
Nov 3, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
31k Original Miles: 1970 Dodge Challenger Convertible
The First Generation Dodge Challenger is undeniably desirable, and pristine examples typically command impressive prices. This 1970 Challenger Convertible isn’t perfect, but it could be an excellent project candidate for those wishing to lift its presentation to a higher… more»
Nov 3, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
True Barn Find: 1988 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z Convertible
There is a fear among some enthusiasts that the supply of genuine barn finds will eventually slow to a trickle before disappearing altogether. If this 1988 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z is an accurate indication, those days might be well into… more»
Nov 2, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Rare Miniature EV: 1985 Sinclair C5
The Sinclair C5 was a one-passenger electric vehicle built in England in the 1980s. Though it was sold as a commuter vehicle, we don’t know how practical it would be with a top speed of just 15 mph. So… more»
Oct 31, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
One Family Owned 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1957 Chevrolet Corvette has been enjoyed by the same family ever since it was new, with the early history including taking the buyer and his wife to Daytona Beach for their honeymoon. Decades later, the son drove it… more»
Oct 30, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
1 of 12 Built: 1966 Volkswagen Shala Vette
Unless you’re a student of dune buggies or kit cars, you’re probably not familiar with the Shala Vette. It was a Volkswagen-based fiberglass kit car that looked like an early C3 Chevrolet Corvette (1968-forward). They are very rare as… more»
Oct 29, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
28k Original Miles: 1967 Pontiac GTO Convertible
Is there any automotive experience better than hitting the road behind the wheel of an iconic muscle car? Actually, there is. The experience is heightened when the vehicle is a Convertible, providing a rapid wind-in-the-hair motoring experience. That is… more»
Oct 29, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
1967 Chevrolet Impala 396 4-Speed Convertible!
Here’s an interesting one, it’s a 1967 Chevrolet Impala convertible. Now, we’ve covered many ’67 Impalas over the years – and why not, GM’s entry-level division only assembled 575,000 in ’67. Parse it further and we find about 30,000… 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 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 • 41 Comments
Numbers-Matching Driver: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Winter might be fast approaching, but that doesn’t make it the wrong time to buy a classic Convertible. It provides an enthusiast time to learn the ropes with their new purchase before hitting the road for some top-down summer… more»
Oct 26, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Rare MTech 2 Convertible: 1992 BMW 325ic
Sometimes, you have to be a nerd with a passion for a certain model to understand why it would draw a higher sale price. The BMW E30 3-Series convertible is not a particularly notable car on its own, as… more»
