Arnie Beswick was a famous racer on drag strips back in the 1960s and 1970s. Nicknamed “The Farmer” because of his roots in America’s Homeland, he won a lot of races back in the day when the automobile manufacturers… more»
Customs
Apr 24, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
1 Of A Kind! 1975 Dodge Ram 3500 Mini Peterbilt
Customized cars and trucks sometimes fall into the same category as craft beers or aftermarket ringtones. Every now and then, a brewer can figure out how to incorporate berries into the mix and it tastes OK, or some mom… more»
Apr 22, 2022 • For Sale • 31 Comments
One of a Kind? 1962 Pontiac Tempest Pickup
The Tempest was Pontiac’s first foray into the compact car market in 1961, sharing GM’s new unibody Y-platform with Buick and Oldsmobile. It was an innovative design using the “Trophy-4” four-cylinder engine (half a V8) and a flexible drive… more»
Apr 21, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Dune Buggy Project: 1969 Meyers Manx Tow’d
From 1964 to 1971, Californian Bruce Meyers and his company produced a variety of on- and off-road vehicles for recreational use. More commonly known as “dune buggies,” Meyers’ most well-known version was the Manx which could be licensed for… more»
Apr 18, 2022 • Auctions • 25 Comments
Restomod Food Truck! 1974 Citroën HY Van
Have you ever heard of a Citroën HY, much less ever seen one? The Citroën HY Van (aka Type H or H-Type) was a light-duty panel van produced by the French automaker Citroën between 1947-81. Launched after World War… more»
Apr 15, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Supercharged 350: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
As I looked at this 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu’s photos, I pondered when I last heard a classic car owner say they wished their car had less power. Then the answer hit me; I haven’t. No matter how much… more»
Apr 15, 2022 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Two-Owner Custom: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
Modified classic cars always divide opinions. Some enthusiasts will applaud the owner’s vision, while others will decry the molestation of a potentially valuable vehicle. This 1969 Camaro walks a fine line between the two camps. It wears a host… more»
Apr 9, 2022 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Reproduction Racer: 1973 Jaguar XJ13
The automotive world is full of “what ifs.” These questions are not limited to road cars because motorsport contains its share of unanswered questions. For instance, what if the great Jim Clark had not lost his life at Hockenheim… more»
Apr 9, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Former Ambulance: 1954 Ford Courier
Beginning in 1952, Ford used the Courier name on a variety of vehicles, usually delivery wagons or pickup trucks. At first, it was a delivery model based on the base 2-door station wagon, the Mainline. This 1954 edition was… more»
Apr 9, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
V8/4-Speed: 1972 Chevrolet Vega Kammback Wagon
When Chevrolet was developing its Vega model, they toyed with the idea of several different engine choices. Some proceeded as far as the prototype stage, but others were deemed unviable. While it was marketed as a subcompact, one car… more»
Apr 8, 2022 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Good Humor Truck! 1965 Ford F-250
UPDATE 04/08/2022: It seems the owner of this wonderful 1965 Ford F-250 Good Humor ice cream truck had no success when he last listed the classic for sale, so he has decided to try his luck again. He appears… more»
Apr 8, 2022 • For Sale • 39 Comments
32K Mile Custom: 1986 Zimmer Quicksilver
Dare I use the term “garish”? Yesterday it was this 1978 Lincoln Mark V and today it’s a 1986 Zimmer Quicksilver which sounds like the name of a Ramada Inn house band but looks like a Buick Riviera/Regal Coupe/Cadillac… more»
Apr 7, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Hemi Bee Tribute: 1970 Dodge Coronet Convertible
Sometimes it can be fascinating to look at a classic car and speculate what could have been if the manufacturer had followed a particular path. That is the case with the 1970 Dodge Super Bee. The company never produced… more»
Apr 4, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
1970s Retro Look? 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1965 model year signaled the mid-way point for the second generation of the Chevy Corvette, which ran between 1963-67. Changes were few to the cars as designers were already aiming at the next generation coming in 1968, one… more»
Mar 29, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Original Paint: 1971 Chevrolet Nova
When it was shiny and new, this 1971 Chevrolet Nova was a meek and mild vehicle that served as a daily driver for its original elderly owner. A few years ago, the seller purchased the Nova and transformed it… more»
Mar 24, 2022 • For Sale • 57 Comments
Rockford Files Clone or Real? 1977 Pontiac Firebird Formula
In the second half of the 1970s, one of the most popular detective shows on television was The Rockford Files. It starred James Garner as the somewhat laid-back private investigator who usually got himself into all sorts of sticky… more»
