Customs

“Coupeback” Conversion! 1967 Ford Mustang

For its third model year (1967), the popular Ford Mustang was treated to a mild restyle that would allow for a larger engine compartment. A lot of competitors entered the field that year, and yet sales would still top… more»

Henney Hearse Project: 1954 Packard Patrician

Henney Motor Co. was in business from 1927 to 1954, producing several vehicles, including limousines, ambulances, and hearses. One of their preferred sources was Packard Motor Car Co. Ironically, Henney got out of their business about the same time… more»

One of a Kind P/U! 2000 Chevrolet S-10 Packard

The S-10 was Chevrolet’s popular compact pickup built from 1982 to 2003. And the Packard 200 was the company’s entry-level sedan produced in 1951 and 1952. For reasons unknown, someone has taken sheet metal from the latter and applied… more»

Hot Wheels Bread Van! 1969 Grumman Olsonette

Grumman has produced bodies for several delivery vehicles over the years, with the most noticeable perhaps being UPS delivery vans from 1966 forward. Others include the Olsonette which served well for auto parts and baked goods deliveries. That’s how… more»

Custom 1969 Dune Buggy Pickup: Is It A Kellison?

It started life as a 1969 Volkswagen Beetle, and has a 1.7-liter Type Four VW motor. But on the chassis is a really neat dune buggy pickup named “Truggy,” offered here on Craigslist in Westerville, North Carolina for $10,000…. more»

Opera Anyone? 1973 Ford Mustang Fastback

One of the more quirky design features of what are often referred to as the “land yachts” of the 1970s was opera windows. They were a firm favorite of Lincoln stylists, and a rectangular version even made it onto… more»

Classified Find: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am Custom

When an owner customizes a classic car, the changes will often evolve as time passes. However, there are sometimes exceptions to that rule, which this 1976 Pontiac Trans Am perfectly demonstrates. The custom touches across this car represent a… more»

Low Rider Wagon! 1970 Pontiac Catalina

Debuting in 1950 as a trim package, the Catalina would enjoy more than a 30-year run in the Pontiac lineup. It would become the maker’s best-selling full-size series and could be thought of as the Pontiac version of the… more»

1 of 12: 1997 Duesenberg Estate Car

Built In the image of the 1929 Duesenberg II Roadster came the Duesenberg Estate Car. It was a glorified golf cart that was no doubt built for those who already had everything else. It was electric-powered and loaded with… more»

Extended Wheelbase! 1970 Triumph TR6

The Triumph TR6 was a British-built sports car that was in production from 1969 to 1976. Out of nearly 92,000 assemblies, about 90% of them were exported to the U.S. This example is a one-of-a-kind custom edition where 19… more»

Funeral Coach: 1975 Cadillac Fleetwood Hearse

For many of us, our very last ride is likely to be in a Cadillac – a Cadillac hearse, that is. And a lot of them were built by Superior Coach Co. out of Lima, Ohio. In 1975, Cadillac… more»

Pint-Sized Classic: 1967 Lotus Seven Go Kart

A passion for classic cars is instinctive and usually develops early. However, the knowledge and skills required to maintain and restore such vehicles are generally learned. If you have been left surveying a scene of devastation with the words… more»

Luxurious Shorty! 1979 Cadillac Seville Opera Coupe

Like other automakers of the mid-1970s, Cadillac felt the pressure to offer smaller, more fuel-efficient products. Enter the luxurious Seville in 1976, just as fancy as the Sedan de Ville but with smaller external proportions. The Seville was chosen… more»

Custom Paint: 1963 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk

Vehicle manufacturers walk a fine line when devising the color palettes for their various models. They must ensure the paint shades are relatively inoffensive, but they often leave something available for those seeking a more “flamboyant” look. Studebaker was… more»

Reliable Driver: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette

The Corvette was one of a long list of cars that suffered under the tyranny of tighter emission regulations as the 1970s progressed. The owner of this 1974 model acknowledges that, describing it as a reliable sports car. It… more»

Aviation Tie-In: 1969 Lincoln Continental Mark III

The Continental Mark III was introduced in early 1968 as a 1969 model. Borrowing from the Ford Thunderbird to keep costs in check, the personal luxury car became Ford Motor Co.’s flagship automobile to compete with the Cadillac Eldorado…. more»

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