The Chevy Chevelle was wrapping up its first generation in 1967 (it was introduced in 1964 as the GM division’s new intermediate-sized product). The car received a minor facelift in ’67 and the Malibu was still the top-of-the-line model… more»
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6 hours ago • For Sale • 2 Comments
Batwing Sedan: 1959 Chevrolet Impala
Chevrolet introduced the Impala in 1958 as a special series of the Bel Air. And it was only sold as a 2-door hardtop or convertible with some unique sheet metal. In 1959, with the second redesign of the cars… more»
7 hours ago • For Sale • 6 Comments
Freshly Rebuilt 318 V8: 1971 Dodge Dart Swinger
The fourth-generation Dart (1967 to 1976) was the most popular run for the Dodge compact. Yet sales of the automobile eluded the more youthful buyers until the Swinger 2-door hardtop was introduced in 1969. Two years later, Plymouth got… more»
11 hours ago • For Sale • 7 Comments
Long-Term Owner: 1940 Mercury Eight Coupe
I wish we could celebrate certain vintage car owners – those who coddled an individual car for decades, caring for its every need, polishing it, driving it, enjoying it. That kind of attention is immediately apparent. We see it… more»
12 hours ago • For Sale • 9 Comments
61k Original Miles: 1968 Ford Galaxie 500
Claims of low original mileage for any classic should typically be treated cautiously if there is no firm documentary evidence. However, piecing together the history of this 1968 Ford Galaxie 500 makes the seller’s contention that it has a… more»
15 hours ago • For Sale • 11 Comments
Cheap Shelby! 1984 Dodge Charger
Dodge revived the Charger nameplate in 1981 and applied it to a sporty hatchback/subcompact in production through 1987. It was based on the L-body platform shared with Plymouth for a similar car. Dodge partnered with Carroll Shelby in 1983… more»
Sep 6, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Too Many Doors? 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
Among serious car enthusiasts, many sedans just don’t get the same amount of fanfare as their two-door counterparts, and it’s understandable since most are viewed as more family-oriented rather than having the cool factor that comes with only half… more»
Sep 6, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Chopped “Oval” Beetle: 1956 Volkswagen Type 1
The Volkswagen Type 1 (or Beetle) was dubbed “The People’s Car’ when it was conceived in the late 1930s. Once production resumed after WW2, more than 21 million copies of the popular little “Bugs” were built through the end… more»
Sep 6, 2024 • Auctions • 4 Comments
BF Auction: 1963 Chevrolet Bel Air
This 1963 Chevrolet Bel Air is a striking classic that is guaranteed to turn heads and draw a crowd. It underwent a refurbishment around twenty years ago, and while it still presents nicely, there is scope for someone to… more»
Sep 6, 2024 • Auctions • 34 Comments
BF Auction: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
UPDATE – The seller has added underside photos to the gallery. It isn’t unusual for a classic to become laid low by a minor fault, which is the case with this 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. Its previous owner completed a… more»
Sep 6, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Love it, or Loathe it? 1978 Ford Mustang II
What car models can you think of that made you wonder what a formerly-revered manufacturer was up to? The MG TD – dimensionally bloated and pregnant with bumpers designed to protect its delicate body from inept drivers – was… more»
Sep 6, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
5-Speed 4WD: 1990 Subaru Fun Justy
I have always considered my automotive tastes to be eclectic, and there are very few classics that I would categorically exclude from a list of potential candidates to park in my garage if the opportunity presented itself. This 1990… more»
Sep 5, 2024 • For Sale • 54 Comments
Last of the Line: 1969 Chevrolet Corvair
The Corvair debuted in 1960 as Chevrolet’s first compact car. It followed along the lines of the Volkswagen Beetle with its rear-mounted, air-cooled engine. The car would prove popular at first, but demand faded around the middle of the… more»
Sep 4, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
No Reserve! 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280C
Mercedes-Benz introduced the W114/115 as a replacement for its “Fintail” series in 1968 and subsequently manufactured a veritable tide of these handsome sedans. Almost 2 million were sold over nine years of production. With sheet metal designed by Paul… more»
Sep 3, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Crew Cab Six Banger – 1971 Chevrolet Malibu
“Another 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu? Yup! This one’s got four doors. Oh, OK, that’s something different.” And yes, it is an unusual discovery as I couldn’t find another, with the same body configuration, that has been reviewed here on… more»
Sep 2, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Living in the Weeds: 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS
Chevrolet introduced the Super Sport in 1961, and it was largely a stylish muscle car. The company adjusted its strategy the next year to make it just an appearance option and sales went through the roof. Nearly 100,000 copies… more»
