While the Ford Aerostar is frequently derided as being one of the more unattractive people haulers ever made, some variations on the theme of a gigantic box on wheels can transform it into a very capable cruiser. Take this… more»
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Shop Class Build: 1954 Buick Camper
Shop class is a great place to learn and develop techniques, but you often don’t want the finished project. Well this Buick “camper” is a neat build in theory, but needs work to be a functional reality. This custom… more»
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Swedish Unimog: 1979 Volvo Laplander
While it’s easy to think that the domestic Hummer brand or Mercedes’ Unimog contraptions were the only players in the military-rigs-for-the-street market, Volvo was no stranger to the off-road game as this nicely preserved Laplander shows. Otherwise known as… more»
EXCLUSIVE: Rare 1981 SanFu Electric
Reader Chad M has decided to part ways with what could be the holy grail of Subaru Kei trucks/vans. Prior to being known here in the States for building all-wheel-drive rally cars, Subaru was primarily focused on building affordable… more»
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Super Sport Wagon: 1979 Chevy Malibu Estate
This 1979 Chevy Malibu station wagon has undergone a mild transformation, with the front clip from a Monte Carlo swapped in place of its more sedentary factory nose. Another surprise lurking inside this Malibu wagon is a four-speed manual… more»
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Four-Door Ranchero? 1980 Ford LTD Pickup Conversion
UPDATE 1/15/19 – This cool, custom 1980 Ford LTD Ranchero is listed for sale again in Shoemakersville, Pennsysvania but this time the price has dropped quite a bit. It can be found here on eBay with a $3,900 starting bid. … more»
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Diesel Survivor: 1980 Peugeot 504
One of my favorite local salvage yards had a very similar Peugeot to this 1980 504 Diesel that’s listed for sale with just under 100,000 miles and in incredibly well-preserved condition. The car in my jurisdiction clearly belonged to… more»
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1 of 2: 1970 Cadillac Eldorado del Cavallero
I guess that everyone is allowed to have an off day. Well, except for surgeons. Designer George Barris was renowned for some of the most iconic vehicles to grace both the silver screen and the small screen, but this… more»
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Crying Fowl: 1966 Plymouth Belvedere II
When you read the advertisement for this 1966 Plymouth Belvedere II, it is easy to get the impression that this is the actual car from the Foster’s Farm TV commercials. However, a check of the original commercials shows that… more»
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Mysterious Utility: 1992 Isuzu MU
Here in America, lots of things are good. But some things that aren’t include how we are repeatedly sent the crappiest versions of otherwise bad-ass trucks and off-road-friendly rigs that would challenge any Wrangler owner for global wheeling domination…. more»
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7,317 Mile Econobox: 1993 Plymouth Colt
When the badge-engineered Colt first appeared on U.S. soil, it was actually a compelling captive import, offering rear-wheel drive and decent looks, combined with wagon variants and later “Silent Shaft” engine technology. As the years wore on, the Colt… more»
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Rare 5-Speed: 1984 Dodge Cargo Van
Finding a clean first-generation Caravan isn’t easy days; finding a preserved Cargo Van of the same generation with a manual transmission is downright impossible. This example appears to be as good as it’s described, with a clean body and no… more»
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Family Collection Sell-Off: Classics in Florida
We recently received a tip about a collection clean-out in Florida, apparently listed by a private family that comes across as mildly cantankerous in the craigslist description. It’s too bad they won’t do silly things like “answer emails” or… more»
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From Limousine To Wrecker: 1929 Packard 645
If cars could talk, I would pull up a chair beside this one and listen. In the late ’20s to early ’30s this car was among the elite probably making regular trips from Long Island into the city. Luxury… more»
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1986 Yugo GV Garage Find With Only 1,803 Miles?
It’s hard to believe based on the photos, but the seller of this Yugo GV claims there’s just over 1,800 original miles on the clock. The information in the listing is scattered at best, and the current condition of… more»
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Stored 278 Years: 1979 AMC Pacer
AMC Pacers are very much a “love it or hate it” kind of car… They’re kind of like a DMC-12 in that they’re an iconic design that’s been immortalized in film and popular culture and always turns heads of… more»
