Although the finishing line was in sight for the muscle car era by 1970, manufacturers continued producing potent vehicles to capture genuine enthusiasts’ hearts, minds, and cash. Today, those cars are some of the most desirable in the classic… more»
Apr 12, 2023 • For Sale • 41 Comments
Supercharged Barn Find: 1997 Pontiac Bonneville SSEI
The Pontiac Bonneville has been a long-standing fixture in the company’s lineup, often seen as the predominant large sedan that had some sporting undertones. I use “sporting” quite generously here as these were not sports sedans, but Pontiac was… more»
Apr 12, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Sweet Shop Truck: 1965 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
The seller of this 1965 Chevrolet C10 bills it as a Rat Rod, but I almost think that’s selling it a bit short as I typically imagine something that looks more pieced together on the outside when hearing that… more»
Apr 12, 2023 • For Sale • 31 Comments
One Owner: 1967 Chevrolet Impala SS
In 1967, the Chevy Impala SS was still a popular car. But, with the debut of the Chevelle three years earlier and the Caprice in 1965, demand was in decline. The Super Sport still came with bucket seats and… more»
Apr 12, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
350/4-Speed: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Enthusiasts hope that the supply of desirable classics unearthed in barns and sheds will never end, and this 1980 Camaro Z28 confirms plenty of hidden gems are awaiting TLC. It recently emerged after spending thirty years in storage, and… more»
Apr 11, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Fully Loaded Lariat: 1986 Ford F-250 XLT
The “bullnose” Ford F150 is quickly picking up steam in the collector vehicle market, if you haven’t already noticed. The classic 1980s design has long been overlooked likely due to committing the sins of being both familiar and reliable…. more»
Apr 11, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Original 383? 1968 Dodge Charger
I have long admired custom builds, especially if the work is performed to a high standard. Stunning engineering and attention to the minutest detail can drive a passionate enthusiast to distraction, and I admire anyone willing to commit to… more»
Apr 11, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Groovy Green: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The Camaro Z28 came of age in 1969. After a production of 600 copies in 1967 and 7,000 in 1968, more than 20,000 of the performance machines saw the light of day in 1969. That included a 302 cubic… more»
Apr 11, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Mopar Nomad? 1954 Plymouth Plaza Suburban
Last week I opined on the subject of specific nouns becoming generic terms and I believe that I may have stumbled upon another, the Nomad, as in Chevrolet’s iconic, ’55-’57 top drawer, very stylish, two-door station wagon. Reading the… more»
Apr 11, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Supercharged Classic! 1941 Graham Hollywood
If the 1941 Graham Hollywood looks familiar, that’s because its roots lie in the 1937-38 Cord 810/812. It was built under contract with the makers of the Huppmobile, who had acquired the production dies of the Cord. The car… more»
Apr 11, 2023 • For Sale • 45 Comments
350 V8! 1975 Chevrolet Monza Towne Coupe
In the late-1970s, Chevy’s Monza was largely a Vega wearing new clothing. But it was packaged as a more upscale offering than its predecessor and – in 1975 alone – it was offered with a V8 engine! This ’75… more»
Apr 11, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
No Reserve Runner! 1964 International Scout 80
Paint, wheels, and tires mark the only obvious deviations from original on this neat old Scout. The 1964 International Harvester Scout 80 in Topeka, Kansas goes to the highest bidder in a No Reserve auction here on eBay. With… more»
Apr 11, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
1964 Chevrolet Corvette L76 Convertible
With the C2 just coming to the market the year before, the 1964 Chevrolet Corvette didn’t receive all that many cosmetic changes from the prior model, but that way cool split rear window on the coupe and the non-functional… more»
Apr 11, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Nantucket Special: 1990 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
In December of 1990, I walked into this small, old-school Jeep-Eagle dealership and bought a new, 1991 Jeep Cherokee, a car that I owned for 325K miles and twenty-five years. But that’s not today’s subject, what caught my attention… more»
Apr 11, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Museum Find: 1911 Ford Model T Touring
Henry Ford’s Model T’s impact on America and the world cannot be overstated. Debuting in an era when cars were the play toy of the rich, Ford’s simple but reliable Model T made the automobile a mainstream necessity that… more»
Apr 10, 2023 • For Sale • 31 Comments
1-of-1,570: 1968 Shelby Cobra GT500KR
Ford Motor Co. and Carroll Shelby parted ways in 1968, but that didn’t prevent Ford from bringing the Shelby program in-house. Mid-year they introduced the GT500KR (Mustang-based) which included Ford’s new 428 cubic-inch “Cobra Jet” V8 which may have… more»
