The bad thing about an ambulance, or especially a hearse, is that most people only get to experience riding in them during not-so-good times in their lives. And while an ambulance may often be the best case for a… more»
Oddballs
Stalled and Stored Project: 1967 Citroen 2CV
Occasionally, it’s hard to resist the allure of an oddball. While enthusiasts by and large prefer cars that have some level of utility and that are easy to find parts for, there’s always the temptation to throw caution to… more»
Two Door Conversion: 1989 Chevrolet Suburban
How wild is this custom conversion? The seller claims this custom two-door Chevrolet Suburban has looked like this for quite some time, as the Chevy 1/2-ton pickup that was used for the wild one-off was converted when it was… more»
Cave Not Included: 1972 Lincoln Batmobile
There have been a lot of Batmobiles over the years. From the aerodynamic coupe of the early Forties through to the “tumbler” of the Nolan films and the muscle car of Matt Reeves’ The Batman, each generation seems to… more»
158 Original Miles: 1986 Honda Elite 150 Deluxe
While the muscle car fans among us may scoff at humble little scooters like these, there are definite arguments to be made for at least having something of a small runabout in your garage for days when sucking down… more»
What the Heck!? 1996 Suzuki Volkswagen Bus Van?
If you’ve never heard of a Suzuki Every van, you’re probably not alone. I hadn’t heard of them until I saw this “VW Bus” here on Craigslist. According to Wikipedia, they have been produced since 1961 under the “Carry”… more»
Neoclassic Ford! 1983 Zimmer Golden Spirit
A neoclassic automobile is a modern car made in the image of the classic rides of the 1920s and 1930s, but not intended to be a full replica. The Zimmer Golden Spirt is one of these vehicles. It was… more»
Original Toon Car? 1940 America Bantam
Apparently, Donald Duck had one in 1938 so that’s a notable achievement for an American Bantam 60 (1937-1941). And it definitely looks the part of something on the comical side of automotive history. This 1940 example is most definitely… more»
Nissan Under the Skin! 1980 Spartan
It would be easy to pass off the Spartan as a kit car but that would not be true. It was a handmade luxury touring automobile with Nissan engineering and sheet metal instead of fiberglass. Only 80 are said… more»
El Camino Conversion! 1975 Chevrolet Vega
The Vega was Chevrolet’s first foray into the subcompact car market in the early 1970s. While it was innovative in many ways, the car got a bad rap for its troublesome engine and premature rusting. Sedans, hatchbacks, and even… more»
Two For One Deal: 1972 Citroen SMs
Pop quiz: which country is a pair of semi-exotic vehicles with limited financial upside and somewhat complicated drivetrains most likely from originally? If you guessed France, you get the door prize. Now, I happen to love the Citroen SM… more»
Design by Giugiaro: 1978 Isuzu 117 XC
As some of you may know, I’ve become a bit of an Isuzu fan over the years. Specifically, I’ve been drawn to what their best known for, which is the iconic Trooper 4×4. But I also like the brand… more»
Midget Muscle: 1971 Plymouth Duster Shorty
Update 4/29/22 – After nearly six months, this mini muscle car has been relisted here on eBay. Do you think it will find a buyer this time around? From 11/9/21 – This Dart may not be a barn find… more»
















