Drop-Top Project: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air

Except for the Nomad sport wagon, perhaps the most desirable Tri-Five Chevrolet is the Bel Air convertible. This 1955 edition saw a production of more than 42,000 copies, yet how often do you see one on the road today?… more»

Upgraded Drivetrain! 1978 Oldsmobile 442

Muscle cars were a huge part of the automotive landscape in the late 1960s and early 1970s. But three things changed all that just a few years later: rising insurance costs, increased emissions controls, and higher gas prices. One… more»

Nicest One Left? 1977 Chevrolet Nova Concours

I love the idea of a luxurious version of a car or truck that was never meant to be luxurious – this 1977 Chevrolet Nova Concours is one of those vehicles. This stunning time capsule can be found posted… more»

1 of 772: 1974 Bricklin SV-1

The Bricklin SV-1 was a 2-seat sports car built in 1974 and 1975. Its claim to fame was its gull-wing doors and composite bodywork of color-impregnated acrylic resin bonded to fiberglass (which was not foolproof). Manufactured in Canada, only… more»

TV Star? 1973 Ford Maverick 302 V8

Back when I had my long-running tv reality car show, Scotty G’s Oddball Garage… Just kidding, there was no such thing. This 1973 Ford Maverick was actually on a TV reality car show and it can now be found… more»

455 Equipped! 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Oldsmobile gave the Cutlass a redesign for its fourth generation, which began with the 1973 model and ran through ’77, and it utilized the General Motors A-Body known as the Colonnade platform.  By 1974, the Cutlass was only two… more»

Just Out of Storage: 1957 Chevrolet 210

This 1957 Chevrolet was cast aside about 15 years ago. That’s when it was last running, and we don’t know if it went into retirement due to mechanical issues or just a lack of interest. But its last owner… more»

Tidy Driver: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

With warm weather fast approaching, the lure of time behind the wheel of a classic convertible with the wind in your hair may be impossible to resist. If so, that begs the question of which classic you might choose…. more»

Great Starter: 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible

Choosing a suitable candidate for a project build can be challenging, particularly if your skills with a grinder and welder aren’t the greatest. That’s where classics like this 1967 Mustang Convertible fill a void. It appears that most of… more»

No Reserve: 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J

New for 1969, the Second Generation Pontiac Grand Prix offered buyers a perfect blend of luxury and performance. Its combined chrome grille and front bumper made a bold visual statement, with 112,486 buyers electing to park one in their… more»

31K Miles? 1966 Chevrolet Corvair Convertible

So many Chevies from the ’60s have gone on a nutso price trajectory that it’s nice to find one model that hasn’t and that’s the Corvair such as this 1966 Monza convertible example. Occupying a lone position in GM’s… more»

Sleeper Wagon: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad

You don’t have to be a Chevrolet fan to know about and appreciate the Tri-Five Nomad Wagon. It’s such an iconic design and a wonderfully weird mix of style and utility. You really can’t get much cooler than a… more»

Running 1954 Willys Jeep 4×4 Truck

Growing up, my Dad had a Chevy C-10 truck that ran on LP (liquid propane) and I remember being super intrigued by this idea. He eventually converted it back to gasoline and I helped him with the task. I… more»

Rare Body Style: 1935 Ford Convertible Sedan

I thought at first that this Ford Convertible Sedan was a DeLuxe Phaeton but upon further review, it appears to be a Model 48 Convertible Sedan with removable B-pillars. The design, incorporating roll-up windows offered the best of both… more»

BF EXCLUSIVE: 327 Powered 1926 Ford Model T

If you are into building wild custom hot rods, this find might just be up your alley! Reader Michael B’s father-in-law started building this Ford Model T a few years ago but unfortunately passed away before being able to… more»

Nomad Alternative: 1957 Pontiac Safari

For a model that only managed a production volume of about 1,200 copies, we encounter 1957 Pontiac Star Chief Custom Safaris more often than one might expect. A me-too version of Chevrolet’s Nomad, the Safari never seemed to have… more»