We talk about the concept of “factory hot rods” every now and again, such as with this recent Ford Taurus SHO entry. One of the ways the waters tend to get muddied is when a vehicle is modified so… more»
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Jun 13, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
A Cool Collection of Parts: 1925 Dodge Speedster
The one thing we all need more of is time. All of us have dreams about taking road trips, restoring or making a hot rod out of that favorite car, and, occasionally, spending time with family. Yet imagine if… more»
Jun 7, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Sacrilegious Project: 1977 Porsche 911 Targa
The amazing increase in Porsche prices over the past decade has left many Porsche fans in despair—especially the ones who haven’t picked up a Porsche yet. Even rough 924 Porsches are going for ridiculous prices at the moment. Of… more»
May 29, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Field Find: Laser Porsche 917 Kit Car
Does the location of a project car ever stir you to want to rescue it solely for the story of how you found it? To me, that is a portion of what makes every barn find so captivating: where… more»
May 26, 2024 • Auctions • 23 Comments
Glass Roof Barn Find! 1954 Ford Crestline Skyliner
The restyled 1955 Ford gets a lot more attention than the 1954 Ford and rightfully so. But, the 54’s, which represented the last year of the ’52-’54 Shoebox 2.0 styling, are good-looking cars that offered a glimpse of what… more»
May 25, 2024 • Auctions • 53 Comments
BF Auction: 1960 Renault 4CV
UPDATE – The seller has added photos of the underside and a video of the engine running! If you are a fan of unique cars, the Renault 4CV could be one of the most unique vehicles ever to be… more»
May 14, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Happy Trails! 1954 Roy Rogers “Nelly Belle” Pedal Car
On the long and winding road to stardom, Roy Rogers moved from Ohio, changed his name (from Leonard Franklin Slye), shifted from singing to radio and movies to television, and met countless would-be stars with similar aspirations. One of… more»
May 13, 2024 • Auctions • 48 Comments
BF Auction: DKW Project Cars and Parts Collection
When you consider how difficult it is to begin restoring a project belonging to an obscure or otherwise extinct nameplate, it’s of little surprise that these orphan makes can be passed over for restoration. However, when you come across… more»
May 3, 2024 • For Sale • 93 Comments
Abandoned Steam Locomotive: 1924 ALCO 0-8-0
We all know that cars, trucks, and motorcycles usually have titles to help establish the vehicle’s rightful owner. However, how do you prove that a steam locomotive belongs to you and that it is legal to sell it? This… more»
May 2, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Gold Plated 50 Millionth Tribute: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
In the Fall of 1954, General Motors was preparing to celebrate its 50 millionth vehicle to roll off the assembly line. The honor went to a new 1955 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe that was gold-plated from head to… more»
Apr 20, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
1-of-50: 2014 Local Motors Rally Fighter
It is easy for some classics to fall into a specific category, but others pose a more significant challenge. Such is the case with this 2014 Local Motors Rally Fighter. It is part muscle car and part kit car…. more»
Apr 19, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
1972 Rupp Ruppster Baja 230 Mini-DuneBuggy
“Fun Machines For Fun People” was one of Rupp’s mottos in the early-1970s and they sure made a wide variety of fun machines. I’m partial to two-wheelers and their mini-bikes were and still are great, but something like this… more»
Apr 13, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Beach Car Bonanza: Fiat 600 Jolly by Ghia & Fiat 850 Shellette by Michelotti
Pining for a beach car to lend a bit of flair to your summer fun? Thanks to T.J., we have a couple of suggestions. Here on craigslist is your one-stop Fiat shop near Ventura, California, showcasing two beachy options…. more»
Apr 7, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Coot Industries “Red Baron” Go-Kart
In the 1960s, George Carter III designed a series of go-karts for a company called Coot Industries, collectively known as “funmobiles“. Fiberglass bodies powered by motorcycle engines are a recipe for fun all right, and these little guys reportedly… more»
Apr 2, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Mod Kustom: 1963 Volkswagen
Just when you think you’ve seen it all – you discover you haven’t. Jeff found us this handmade fiberglass … buggy? jalopy? … motorcar built on a 1963 Volkswagen chassis, listed here on facebook Marketplace, with an asking price… more»
Apr 2, 2024 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Miniature C1: 1950s Yard-Man Corvette Go Kart
If I told you I had located an original, unmolested, and rust-free C1 Corvette that runs and drives for under $5,000, most readers would agree that Adam has finally lost the plot. However, I honestly have. The fact that… more»
