Some enthusiasts follow a well-worn path with their project build, while others march to a very different drummer to create something genuinely unique. This 1995 Chevrolet S-10 is a perfect example of the latter, with the seller ditching its… more»
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Nov 21, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Ambulance Roller: 1958 Miller-Meteor Cadillac
With roots dating to the 19th Century, Miller-Meteor had become the largest supplier of ambulances and hearses by the 1960s. They worked exclusively with chassis supplied by Cadillac, but when those cars were downsized in the late 1970s, that… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
El Camino Wannabe: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
And now for something from the “Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should” department. The listing is a bit misleading as it describes this Oldsmobile El Camino-like truck as both a ’66 edition and a ’70 – it… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Six-Wheeled Mystery Machine: 1983 Dodge Ram Van B350
This is a rare opportunity to own an unusual 6-wheeled Scooby Doo-themed van. This 1983 Dodge Ram van is a highly custom machine with 112,000 miles. The seller notes that the mystery machine started life as a camper van… more»
Nov 10, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Big-Block Project: 1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe
The 1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe sitting in this shed will undoubtedly divide opinions. Some will be horrified by its mechanical changes, while others will feel that it provides the type of performance such an attractive classic deserves…. more»
Nov 10, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Custom Frame: 1955 Chevrolet Nomad Project
One of the challenges facing enthusiasts considering a custom build is determining a viable starting point. If the process involves significant mechanical upgrades, sound engineering is key to ensuring that the new toy is safe and reliable when it… more»
Nov 10, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
4X4 Cop Car: 1983 Ford LTD Crown Victoria
For nearly 30 years, the Ford LTD Crown Victorias (and their variants) were popular choices for police work. They were durable, big cars that chased after a lot of bad buys in their day (the last of the rear-wheel… more»
Nov 6, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Rare Acapulco Edition? 1974 Volkswagen Thing
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»
Nov 5, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Family Truckster Tribute: 1987 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Wagon
Some classics are destined to be taken seriously, representing a particular moment in automotive design or engineering. Others simply aren’t. This 1987 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Wagon certainly isn’t, having been transformed into a tribute to the Wagon Queen… more»
Nov 1, 2024 • For Sale • 63 Comments
Wrecked Restomod: 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback
The new Ford Mustang was the hottest thing since sliced bread in 1965 with nearly 560,000 sold. And 14% of those were the fastback edition like the seller’s car. Until not long ago, this was a beautiful, customized car… more»
Nov 1, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Superior Hearse Project: 1960 Cadillac Series 68
Superior Coach Co. has been in business for more than 100 years, building hearses, ambulances, and limousines. Most of them were based on then-current model Cadillacs, like this 1960 Series 68 (Fleetwood). We’re told it’s just 1 of 128… 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 28, 2024 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Unrestored Hippie Van! 1976 Dodge Tradesman
Dodge’s B-Series vans, dubbed the RAM, were in production for more than 30 years (1971-2003). The first generation ran through 1978 and was divided into two categories, Tradesman for cargo vans and Sportsman for people vans. The Tradesman was… more»
Oct 26, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
408 Stroker: 1995 Ford Mustang GT
If not for its Harwood hood, it would be easy to classify this 1995 Ford Mustang GT as a sleeper. It is the only visible clue that there might be more to it than meets the eye. Lifting that… more»
Oct 22, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Pre-AMC El Camino? 1951 Hudson Hornet
The Hornet was a full-size car initially built by the Hudson Motor Car Co. from 1951 to 1954, after which the company merged with Nash-Kelvinator to become American Motors. The early Hornets had a “step-down” design which means the… more»
Oct 19, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Halloween Special! 1965 Cadillac Superior Hearse
For more than 70 years (1909 to 1980), Superior Coach Corp. was a major player in the construction of ambulances, hearses, and limousines. Many were based on chassis supplied by General Motors, especially those from Cadillac. Just in time… more»
