Nissan followed up with the successful Datsun Fairlady roadster (or Sports in the USA) with the Fairlady Z, a small enclosed coupe that won the hearts of Western buyers. Better known in the States as the 240Z, 260Z, and… more»
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Feb 10, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Huge Stash of Classic Cars and Parts
Finding the right candidate for a project build can be challenging, and enthusiasts often chase their tails during their quest. Even if they already have a restoration on the go, hunting through regular online auction sites for parts can… more»
Jan 17, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Buried Alive! 1965 Ford Galaxie 500
In the 1960s, the Galaxie 500 was to Ford as the Impala was to Chevrolet. And, by all accounts, it finished second in the sales game every time, especially in 1965 when Chevy sold more than one million full-size… more»
Jan 12, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Donor Car: 1961 Sunbeam Alpine Series II
Sellers willing to admit that the heap of metal they want to offload is a parts car are a refreshing shift from owners who tell us their pile of rust is worth a boatload of bucks (see: Bronco, Charger… more»
Jan 8, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Stash of Mopar’s and More in Northern Georgia
Along US-129 just south of Cleveland, Georgia lies some acreage and at least one building that contains mostly Chrysler products from the 1960s and 1970s. Their condition varies greatly from car to car and the seller says they’re all… more»
Dec 23, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
1937 Desoto Treasure Trove: Three Cars Plus Parts
For fans of orphan makes, here on craigslist is a shop full of 1937 Desoto cars and parts, to be sold as a package only. The asking price is $33,333, but the seller is open to irresistible offers. Bring… more»
Dec 17, 2022 • For Sale • 29 Comments
1960 Austin-Healey 3000 Project
This is supposedly an Austin Healey 3000, Mark I, supposedly. At this point, it probably doesn’t matter. The actual year isn’t known either though it’s likely a 1960 model. The seller tells us, “This car is in very bad… more»
Dec 16, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Solid Body: 1960 MG MGA
One of the most challenging aspects of a classic restoration can be ensuring that the vehicle you are lavishing with your care and attention is rust-free. Very few cars are immune to this issue, and British sports cars are… more»
Dec 5, 2022 • For Sale • 75 Comments
Parts Car Skeleton: 1968 Dodge Charger
The second-generation Dodge Charger was one of Chrysler’s hottest cars in the 1960s. From 1968 through 1970, nearly 225,000 copies rolled off the assembly line. The tunnel-roof styling, hidden headlights, and available muscle power helped put the Dodge Boys… more»
Oct 28, 2022 • For Sale • 78 Comments
Once A Car: 1958 Chevrolet Impala Convertible
The Impala was an all-new model in 1958, the high end of the Bel Air series. It was so popular that the car was promoted to series status in 1959 and would become Chevrolet’s top product. In ’58, the… more»
Sep 25, 2022 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Buried Alive? 1931 Chevrolet Cabriolet
In 1931, Chevrolet built 12 different body styles comprising 624,000 automobiles. 8th down the list in terms of volume was the Independence Cabriolet (aka convertible). These snappy cars, which came with rumble seats, saw an output of about 23,000… more»
Aug 29, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Export Mustang: 1965 Ford T5 Fastback
Ford hit a snag when trying to export its successful new Mustang to Germany in 1965. A truck manufacturer over there already owned the rights to the name. The company’s workaround solution (through 1979) was to de-badge the cars… more»
Aug 26, 2022 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Six Pony Projects: 1965 to 1968 Ford Mustangs
Sitting on farmland in Holland, Ohio are six first-generation Ford Mustangs, beginning with the “64 ½” introductory model and concluding with a drop-top from 1968. All will need some degree of work, and two of them are so bad… more»
Aug 22, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Parts Car Included! 1954 Ford Crestline Skyliner
Before there was a Ford with a retractable hardtop, there was a Ford with an acrylic panel on the roof to help let the sunshine in. From 1954 through 1956 it would be the Skyliner, as either a Crestline… more»
Aug 19, 2022 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Package Deal: Pair of 1967 Chrysler Imperials
For all you fans of “package deals,” here’s a pair of Chrysler Imperials from the same model year. One is a 2-door hardtop (3,235 built) and the other is a convertible (577 built, so pretty rare). Both need work… more»
Aug 2, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Mopar Assortment In Florida!
You know the expression, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” Well, the seller here has nine interesting Chrysler products for sale but thinks he can get buyers interested with just two photos showing just three of the vehicles…. more»
