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Pint-Size Restomod: 1958 Morris Minor 1000

I’ve described this 1958 Morris Minor 1000 as a restomod. On the surface, it looks great, with the alloy wheels adding a touch of class. However, they are the most visible sign that this car is anything but average…. more»

2003 Infiniti M45 Mitsuoka Custom

The Mitsuoka body kit on this 2003 Infiniti M45 transforms the car’s styling in a unique way that’s bound to draw attention. The second generation Infiniti M has almost faded into history, having only come to America in model… more»

Cheap Thrills! 36 Volt Power Crazy Cart

Adding a high-performance motor to just about anything with wheels that’s more often than not push-powered sounds like a good idea in theory, but the challenge sometimes is figuring out how to practically turn that thought into a meaningful… more»

Unique Engine Swap: 1971 Chevrolet El Camino

If I had a dollar for every classic I’ve seen upgraded from a six-cylinder motor to a V8, I could probably afford to bid on this 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. What makes this classic unusual is that the seller… more»

Custom Build! 1986 Chevrolet Camaro

Form this angle, sharp-eyed gear heads might skip past the missing grille and turn signals to spy more significant deviations from the average 1970 project Camaro. In fact, this Chevy began life as a 1986 model that’s recently gained… more»

V8 Power: 1955 Austin-Healey 100

The practice of shoehorning a V8 into the engine bay of a classic British Sports Car gave the world the Shelby Cobra and Sunbeam Tiger. Both cars delivered mind-blowing performance that makes each more desirable today than when new…. more»

Rare Tribute: 1991 Dodge Dakota Li’l Red Express

The Dakota was a mid-size pickup built by Dodge from 1987 to 2011 across three generations. From 1990-92, Dodge dealers offered a Dakota Li’l Red Express tribute, detailed by a contractor to resemble the D-Series Li’l Red Express trucks… more»

Bat Rod: 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix Convertible

Fins were definitely a receding trend by the early 1960s, but the owner of this 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix Convertible obviously didn’t receive the memo. By grafting a set of Cadillac fins to its rear quarter panels, they have… more»

1 Of 7 Convertibles: 1977 Chrysler Cordoba

The Cordoba was Chrysler’s personal luxury car, built from 1975 to 1983. It was heavily marketed and sold well at a time when Chrysler struggled to stay afloat. In 1977, Chrysler apparently decided to experiment with a Cordoba convertible… more»

Coach-Built Rarity: 1955 Cadillac Flower Car

Though funerals aren’t high on my list of subjects I enjoy thinking about, it is easy to understand how many mourners would find comfort in a flower car displaying beautiful bouquets as part of a final send-off.  That was… more»

Something For Everyone! 116-Vehicle Eclectic Auction

When I came across this 116-vehicle auction, all from a single owner, I was astounded at the variety of vehicles on offer! If you can’t find something you are interested in at this sale, you aren’t a real vehicle… more»

Split Personality: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro/ Corvette Mashup

This 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is one of those customs that some spectators might see as the best of both worlds, while others will likely interpret it as a Chevy with an identity crisis.  However, regardless of one’s particular viewpoint,… more»

383 Stroker: 1983 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Even if you adopt an optimistic outlook, it is fair to say that Chevrolet’s 1983 Camaro Z28 was not a potent classic. The company continued to grapple with strategies to extract performance from V8 motors hampered by tight emission… more»

Mustero Tribute: 1966 Ford Mustang

Apparently with FOMOCO’s blessing, a Ford dealer in Beverly Hills, California, created about 50 “Musteros” in 1965 and 1966. They were conversions of coupes into Ranchero-like pickups, and many were exported. This 1966 Mustang is not one of them,… more»

Buick V6 Surprise: 1979 Chevrolet Chevette

A 1979 Chevrolet Chevette probably isn’t the first car that comes to mind when someone mentions a hot rod, and that’s exactly what makes this one interesting. Listed on craigslist in Newberg for $5,500, this little rear-wheel-drive hatchback has… more»

Hand-Built Body: 1929 Ford Model A Speedster

Custom builds come in all shapes and sizes, as demonstrated by this 1929 Ford Model A Speedster. Its creator didn’t aim for pristine presentation; instead, they recreated the look of a vintage racer that will undoubtedly turn heads. What… more»