As I’ve gotten older, I tend to prefer original and unmolested classics. However, that doesn’t mean that I dismiss custom builds. I am particularly drawn to traditional Hot Rods. These vehicles invariably demonstrate the builder’s creative thinking, and the… more»
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Apr 1, 2025 • For Sale • 45 Comments
Built in 1953 and Parked in 1961: 1932 Ford Five-Window Coupe
In the world of historians, an item that is a remnant of a particular place and time is called a primary source. These primary sources help us to understand the past by having a tangible item to study that… more»
Feb 27, 2025 • For Sale • 32 Comments
V6 Hot Rod: 1927 Ford Model T Coupe
The Hot Rod formula has always been pretty straightforward. The builder takes an older body and fits a more powerful drivetrain under the skin. Most tend to feature upgraded fours or V8s, but I have to say a big… more»
Feb 24, 2025 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Turbo Swap! 1977 Dodge Colt
Show of hands if you remember the original Dodge Colt. Well, I do now, but it was out of sight and out of mind for me as far as ChryCo’s rebadged Mitsubishis go. Today’s find, courtesy of Rocco B.,… more»
Feb 22, 2025 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Chopped Rod: 1931 Ford Model A Coupe
Some classic projects provide a wealth of options as the owner contemplates how they would complete the build. Such is the case with this 1931 Ford Model A Coupe. Its creator treated it to a chop and various mechanical… more»
Feb 21, 2025 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Old-School Cool: 1940 Ford Deluxe Convertible
This 1940 Ford Deluxe Convertible is close to what I would classify as an old-school hot rod. Its body is subtle, but changes below the skin should provide performance improvements while retaining the charm and character of a flathead… more»
Feb 5, 2025 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Nailhead V8! 1930 Ford Five Window Coupe
Slammed and flaunting its naked V8 for all to see, this 1930 Ford Five Window Coupe in Whittier, California looks ready to rip. Running and driving condition escaped the description here on Craigslist, but this 95 year-old shows no… more»
Jan 13, 2025 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Finish it Your Way: 1932 Ford Roadster
Some enthusiasts avoid tackling another’s unfinished project build because it often involves opening a particularly unpleasant can of worms. However, this 1932 Ford Roadster Hot Rod is a different kettle of fish. Not only does the buyer see what… more»
Jan 10, 2025 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Parked in ’55! 1932 Ford Roadster
This epic find came to light about ten years ago, a 1932 Ford roadster last registered in 1955! Now the former magazine-featured “deuce” can become the next life-sized Matchbox car in your personal hot rod museum. The practically untouched… more»
Jan 6, 2025 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Race Car In Waiting? 1978 Plymouth Arrow
Honk if you remember the Plymouth Arrow. I had to hesitate because I had forgotten completely about this Mitsubishi rebadge. Some might say they were forgettable cars entirely but I’m not going to stake a position from that perspective…. more»
Jan 2, 2025 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Aged but Mild Hot Rod: 1936 Ford Five Window Coupe
Despite what you might see on television or the internet, not everybody has an unlimited budget and mad skills when it comes to building a hot rod. Many times a hot rod is a vehicle that has been updated… more»
Dec 26, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
27k Mile 1974 DeTomaso Pantera
The Pantera is iconic and a bit of an oddball. The cars are, in a way, both American and Italian. They came about when Ford decided to collaborate with Alejandro DeTomaso. DeTomaso was located in Modena and Ford agreed… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments
56k Mile? 1960 Chrysler Imperial Crown
It’s hard to imagine that in the ’60s luxury cars were built with a similar level of amenities as some of today’s economy cars. The 1960 Chrysler Imperial with the Crown trim came equipped with power windows, power steering,… more»
Dec 7, 2024 • Auctions • 41 Comments
Pick A Time Period: 1930 Ford Model A Hot Rod
We have all heard the remark that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. For hot rods, no statement has ever been more true. Hot rods are, by definition, vehicles that have been changed from their stock with… more»
Dec 1, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
425 Horsepower 1962 Chevrolet Impala
The 1962 Chevrolet was the top-of-the-line model in Chevrolet’s production lineup at the time. Since its introduction, the model has continued to symbolize luxury and affluence. The car’s long body lines and nostalgic styling are iconic, and the next… more»
Dec 1, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Low Miles, One Owner! 2000 Plymouth Prowler
Let’s forget the Prowler for a second, even though this article does feature a 2000 example listed here on eBay. Instead, let’s ask a question: why does a manufacturer build a car like this? A car that wouldn’t have… more»
