1 of 1,640: 1956 Hudson Hornet Hollywood

Once the pent-up demand for new automobiles post-World War II was resolved, the grim reaper would start to come after the independent automakers. This included Kaiser-Frazer Corp,  Nash-Kelvinator Corp., and Hudson Motor Car Co. To survive, the latter two… more»

BF Auction: 1979 International Scout II

Some owners will purchase a project candidate with realistic visions of returning that vehicle to its former glory. However, life sometimes has an inconvenient way of intervening, and they must concede that their pride and joy will never receive… more»

Three-Speed Manual? 1961 Chrysler 300 G

Every time I stumble upon one of these Chrysler letter cars, such as this 1961 Model G, I’m amazed that high-end Chrysler pushed full-size performance to the extent that they did. I always think of Chrysler, in this era,… more»

Bargain Luxury? 1976 Cadillac Coupe DeVille

“Cadillac for ’76. You don’t pamper it. It pampers you. Whatever size . . . whatever model you choose. Because every Cadillac comes equipped with Cadillac comfort, convenience and luxury.” So says a 1976 Cadillac brochure, and they’re right…. more»

Extra Chassis Included: 1956 Ford Thunderbird Project

When first checking out this 1956 Ford Thunderbird, my initial thought was it’s probably worth saving but would likely be a major ordeal and time-consuming task to get this one back on the road.  While the car’s indeed going… more»

Yours To Preserve: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle

I don’t really care that this 1967 Chevelle shown on ebay is not a muscle car. How often do you see one so original and pristine as this? If you’re in my camp on this one, then jump in… more»

Two Zephyr Deal: 1937 Lincoln Zephyr Sedan and Parts Car

Amid the Great Depression, the management of the Lincoln Division of the Ford Motor Company took an incredible risk.  With sales of the hand-built Model K lagging, Edsel Ford and his team designed and built one of the most… more»

Future Ghostbusters Tribute? 1959 Cadillac-Superior Hearse

With roots dating back to the early part of the 20th Century, Superior Coach Corp. was a major player in the ambulance/hearse conversion business. That includes this 1959 hearse which was based on a Cadillac commercial chassis. Hearses turn… more»

409 Dual-Quad: 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS

I have long considered the 1960s the golden age in automotive history. The 1950s produced cars that were undeniably stunning with styling that became more futuristic as the decade progressed. However, the 1960s saw the rise of the horsepower… more»

Weekend Driver: 1979 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds W-30

As long as the analysis is based solely on performance standards from the late seventies, the 1979 Hurst/Olds was a pretty good outcome even though it was the first-ever model to not offer a 455 under the hood.  Based… more»

Right-Hand-Drive! 1967 Dodge Charger

Who remembers “The Dodge Rebellion” commercials from the 1960s? That’s when Chrysler stepped up its game to attract more youthful buyers to its products and Dodge led the way as the “performance division” of the company. The new-for-1966 Charger… more»

Hidden Treasure: National Automobile Museum of Tasmania

The world is full of hidden treasures in the form of private collections and museums dedicated to a broad cross-section of motoring enthusiasts. I recently had the pleasure to visit one such establishment, The National Automobile Museum of Tasmania…. more»

1 Owner YJ: 1987 Jeep Wrangler

The YJ-series Jeep Wrangler is quickly becoming a modern classic, with handsome styling that has aged incredibly well and one of the most celebrated Jeep powerplants under the hood. If you combine good looks with reliable running gear, you… more»

69k Original Miles: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

If you yearn to park a classic muscle car in your garage and view this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 as a strong contender, I must warn you that you face stiff competition. It presents superbly as a one-owner… more»

America’s Other Sports Car? 1970 AMC AMX

Last week I penned this 1969 AMC Javelin post and it received a good deal of back-and-forth conversation regarding what to do with its six-cylinder engine. Some comments made mention of the similar, but different AMX, so I thought… more»

No Reserve: 1989 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

Escaping the hustle and bustle of suburban life and roughing it in the wilderness can prove irresistible to some. Communing with Mother Nature and experiencing everything she offers is an excellent way to clear the head and reduce stress…. more»

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