Influenced by the styling of the C3 Chevy Corvette that came out in 1968, German car builder Opel (owned by GM) introduced the Opel GT that same year. It was a small, GT-style sports car sold through Buick dealers… more»
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Nov 3, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Parts Haul: 1956 MGA Parts Stash
UDPATE – The seller of this MGA parts stash has provided us with a breakdown of what all is available and prices. Be sure to take another look! FROM 10/7/2021 – I think that there’s a fair chance that… more»
Oct 29, 2021 • For Sale • 5 Comments
R-Code Project: 1969 Ford Cobra 428
One of the most powerful cars built by Ford in 1969 was the Torino with the 428 Cobra Jet V8. According to the VIN, the seller’s car was one of those, but its best days are in the rearview… more»
Oct 23, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Experimental Parts: 1940s Pontiac Fenders
As automobile production resumed after World War II, steel would prove to be a scarce commodity until things got back to normal. That led companies like General Motors to experiment with other materials. According to the documentation provided by… more»
Oct 10, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
No Reserve: Genuine Ford Rally-Pac Gauges
I never criticize reproduction parts because high-quality items can add the perfect finishing touch to any restoration. They also can be essential when certain things are made from “unobtainium.” Ford’s Rally-Pac gauges from the mid-1960s are a perfect example… more»
Oct 7, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Smorgasbord! A Trio Of 1960 Chevrolet El Caminos
It’s a 1960 El Camino lollapalooza! But before you get too excited, let’s consider their condition which is less than optimal. Still, it’s interesting to find three, fairly obscure vehicles together. You have to wonder what’s up? Was this… more»
Sep 8, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
DKW Collection For Sale Includes First F91 Cabriolet!
DKW was one of four companies that formed Auto Union in Germany in 1932 and is an ancestor of the modern-day Audi. Its roots go back to building toy engines and motorcycles before eventually getting into the car business…. more»
Sep 5, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Chopped Top! 1973 International Scout
OK, this one’s really a stretch. Yes, there’s a ’73 International Scout in there somewhere. The seller advises, “This Scout is a project” – gee ya think? That could be an overly enthusiastic assessment but I’ll withhold judgment for… more»
Aug 28, 2021 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Reduced To Parts: 1937 Chrysler Airflow
“Car is fully GUARANTEED!” proclaims the seller. Then adds, “Guaranteed not to run, start, idle, move, make a sound, period“. No point in beating around the bush, right? In spite of that warning, a 1937 Chrysler Airflow is always… more»
Aug 22, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Take Your Pick: Studebaker Assortment
Located in a field near Greenville, North Carolina lies a “collection” of Studebaker cars and one truck. They’re all from the 1950s and 1960s and how they came together here isn’t known. They’ve been sitting outside since they were… more»
Aug 15, 2021 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Hoard of Mopars and More in Texas!
Once upon a time, a Texas named John Haynie took a liking to Chrysler products and started amassing a collection of them. By the time he passed away at the age of 52, his arsenal had grown to more… more»
Aug 15, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Parts And Pieces: 1970 Dodge Challenger
Dodge was the last major U.S. automaker to get into the pony car space, but that was more than five years after the rush had started. It would do well in its first year, selling nearly 77,000 units, but… more»
Aug 14, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Buy One Get One: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Airs
When it comes to cars, a BOGO (buy one/get one), usually means that one is shaky and the other is worse. In this case, we have a pair of 1955 Chevrolet Bel Airs, one is a convertible and the… more»
Aug 7, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Everything Must Go! Variety of Cars in Kansas
When you see a group of cars offered for sale in various states of repair/disrepair, you must wonder how the collection came about. Especially when it seems the seller does not lean toward a specific make or production era…. more»
Aug 5, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Parts Car and Stash: 1973 Citroën SM
The Citroën SM was a high-performance coupé produced by French manufacturer Citroën from 1970-75. Citroën was known for being an innovator and this product was no exception. It included things like hydro-pneumatic self-leveling suspension and self-leveling headlights that swiveled… more»
Aug 4, 2021 • For Sale • 48 Comments
Big Estate Sale: Mostly Fords and Model Trains!
When I see an estate sale involving several cars, I always wonder how they came to be gathered in one location and why. Case-in-point is this group of 21 cars located in a huge garage on a large piece… more»
