Oddballs

Magnificent MKI: 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco S

Although sharing many parts, including the drivetrain, with the somewhat common MKI Rabbit/Golf, the first generation Sciroccos are much harder to come by.  Being the last year for this body style, this example sports a 5 speed manual transmission… more»

302 T-5 Swap Candidate: 1982 Mercury Capri

I’ll admit it: though I am a diehard GM and Mopar fan, I do have a soft spot for some Ford automobiles, including the Fox-body Mercury Capri. There is something about the Capri’s styling that looks more mature and… more»

Parked Since 1982: 1935 Desoto Airflow SG

I’ve never understood why Chrysler’s Airflow was so hated by people back in the 1930s; I’ve always dug its aerodynamic styling and unibody construction, which was light years ahead for its time. This particular Airflow is a 1935 Desoto… more»

Retro Fun: 1968 Ford Pickup Custom Camper

I’ll admit I’m biased toward bump-side Fords–those trucks falling between 1967 and 1972 that have the distinctive belt line that sticks (bumps) out down the length of the body.  This particular truck is a real beauty that seems to have… more»

Ferrariero? Tastefully Modified 1987 Pontiac Fiero

Of the various Facebook groups I am a part of, there is one in particular that caters to “undesirable” cars manufactured between 1972 and 1996. Frequently, super quirky stuff like this pops up and I have no complaints!  I… more»

Totally Redeem Yourself! 1965 Skat-Kitty

Like my varied and somewhat scattered list of favorite vehicles, I have a pretty eclectic list compiled for my favorite movies. Citizen Kane is my favorite movie and has been for the last three decades – it simply can’t… more»

Funky Farmer: 1950 Crosley Farm-O-Road

Most of us have seen Crosley cars of one variety or another and some of us have seen Crosley pickups, but have you seen one of these? This is a 1950 Crosley Farm-O-Road and it’s listed on eBay in Kent,… more»

Late-50s/Early-60s David Bradley Ice Scooter

Who’s ready for snow?! Guys?  Ok, bear with me on this one. Any of you who are into powersports: motorcycles, minibikes, ATVs, snowmobiles, etc., you know that it’s usually the thing to do to work on your projects for… more»

El Caponcho: 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix

This one is a head-scratcher, even more so than some of the others that have popped up lately. Intrepid Barn Finds.. finder.. Pat L, sent in this 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix custom pickup, El Caponcho, or El Poncho, or… more»

800 Original Miles: 1995 GMC Top Kick Moving Van

I know what you’re thinking: at first glance of the listing, you notice there’s only one picture. I too was a bit skeptical at first glance, but then I read the advertisement itself, and when I saw the mileage,… more»

Unicorn Mustang: Custom 1968 Ford Mustang

First of all, let me provide some important basic details: this car has not been permanently modified, and is being auctioned off to benefit The Albert Kennedy Trust.  Yes, this is an actual photo of the actual car, and… more»

Gentleman’s Kit Car: 1979 Fiberfab Bonito

Over the years, numerous kit cars have seen the light of day that were designed in homage to the original Ford GT40. Unfortunately, even if the body lived up to expectations, the construction and assembly quality fell short. Like… more»

One Of 200: 1984 Autoform Camaro Z28 Roadster

About five years ago, my dad saw a third-generation Camaro convertible sitting outside next to a dealership that was closing down. When he stopped to look at it, he discovered that it was a 1984 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Roadster… more»

French Dressing: 1970 Citroën Méhari

How many of you were alive in 1970? I think my dad, who would have been 79 years old on July 15th, would have gotten a kick out of seeing this 1970 Citroën Méhari parked next to his 1956 Pontiac…. more»

Police Caprice: 14,000 Mile 1994 Chevrolet Caprice 9C1

This car evokes one word: Yes. A 1994 Chevrolet Caprice 9C1 police car that never actually saw police service? This is not only a rare find, this is the ideal used police vehicle. Inside and out, this Caprice looks… more»

Rare Yenko? One-of-a-Kind 1986 Yenko ‘Vette

Not what you were expecting, is it? Me either! Reader Eric H. sent us a link to a “1980s Yenko ‘Vette” and I didn’t know what to expect. A Yenko Chevette was nowhere on my list of possible things… more»

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