Nope, it’s not a barn find. But it is extraordinary, and one of our readers thought it was worth sharing (and I agree). While most projects like this come from a “hold my beer” moment, the execution of this… more»
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Spirit Of Can-Am: 1976 Manta Mirage
A week or so ago, we featured another Manta Mirage that wasn’t quite this nice. This Mclaren-esque car was created for the World of Wheels car shows and hasn’t been touched much since. It’s for sale here on eBay and is… more»
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Stalled SEMA Suburban: 1966 Chevrolet 4×4
This is your opportunity to finish a very high-end build that was started for the SEMA show. SEMA is the Specialty Equipment Market Association and their annual show in Las Vegas draws thousands of the top builders, manufacturers and… more»
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Psycho 2: Custom 1971 Dodge Challenger SE
The 1970s may have been the height of wild car customizations. While the funky 1970s style wasn’t popular with everyone then, it certainly isn’t now. I personally think it has aged quite well! When applied cleanly and professionally to… more»
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Frankenbenz! Mercedes 190SL on SLK Frame
This one-off marriage of a rough but once-elegant Mercedes Benz 190SL body on a later Mercedes-Benz SLK frame needs a new owner to get it across the finish line, or should I say further out of the starting gate?… more»
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Duesy Of A Concept: 1966 Duesenberg Model D
I’ve seen it spelled as Doozy, or is it Doozie? When I see an author of a book about the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum refer to them as a Duesy, that’s what I’m sticking with. In any case, this… more»
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Watch Out! 1977 Chevrolet Vega V8 Pickup
Now we’re talkin’! Ian C. sent in the tip for this super custom 1977 Chevrolet Vega Pickup. Oh yeah, there’s a V8 under that hood, too. This little monster can be found in Wagener, South Carolina and it’s on… more»
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Millecento Cutaway: 1958 Fiat 1100
This is one of the most unusual and yet one of the coolest car-related items that I’ve ever run across: a 1958 Fiat 1100 Cutaway. I have no clue what I would do with it but I would love… more»
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Stylish Conversion: 1960 Cadillac Fleetwood Eureka
If you are the kind of car enthusiast that wants a car that’s different, stylish, rare, and offers loads of space, then this 1960 Cadillac Fleetwood Eureka may be your next ride. Offering a tremendous amount of space and… more»
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Clipped Wings: 1966 Ford Thunderbird Shorty
We’ve seen quite a few shorty vehicles fly through here the last few years but this 1966 Ford Thunderbird shorty is.. different. This little bundle of fun is listed on eBay with bids of just over $500 so far… more»
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1976 Chevrolet Corvette…4×4?
Four wheel drive cars are a guilty pleasure of mine, especially when built in this sort of configuration! Say what you will, but this Corvette looks like it is equipped with everything needed for a whole lotta fun! The… more»
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Trophy Catch: 1965 Rambler Marlin
This car falls into somewhat of a restomod or at least customization category rather than an original car, but when you have a rear end like this, who cares! Thanks to Dave Mc for sending in the tip for… more»
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Battlecar Galactica: 1975 Cadillac Fleetwood wagon
Take a 232 inch Cadillac Fleetwood from 1975, graft on the rear of from one of the GM clamshell wagons, add 4 inches and you get this 9-seat land yacht! This incredibly rare and incredibly large wagon is available… more»
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Rough but Rare: 1979 Lincoln Mark V Convertible
The ’70s were a tough time for lovers of big, American luxury convertibles. Neither Imperial nor Lincoln convertibles even made it into the decade, and the ’76 Cadillac Eldorado was the much-ballyhooed “last American convertible ever.” All of this was… more»
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Rolling History: Barris ‘Lil Stinker’ 1922 Ford
Most everyone knows that George Barris created many of our most memorable TV and movie scene-stealing cars: Batman, The Munsters, Mannix, Knight Rider, and so many more. But it’s his over the top, wild and outrageous creations – like… more»
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Mystery History: 1950 Mercury Custom
Reader Derby A has been on the hunt. Not for a car or even for a hard to find part, but for information! You see, a friend of his late father had this 1950 Merc parked in his barn. Derby… more»
