No Reserve Black Plate: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado

In a previous article, I described the Chevrolet Corvair as one of the most significant new models to emerge in post-war America. I based my belief on the company’s “clean” sheet design approach, and the same could be argued… more»

63,000 Miles and in Mint Condition: 1979 Ford Pinto Hatchback

It is almost impossible not to mention fire when you talk about Ford Pintos.  They go together like peas and carrots it seems.  The fire issue was addressed after Ford was dragged kicking and screaming into court, but this… more»

Ready to Restore? 1967 Dodge Coronet 440 Hardtop

Finding an affordable classic Mopar project candidate that is essentially solid and has a V8 under the hood is becoming challenging. However, they are out there if an enthusiast is willing to be patient. This 1967 Dodge Coronet 440… more»

90K Mile Plain Jane: 1976 Chevrolet Camaro

Back in the olden days, if you were looking for a new car you scanned the classifieds.  All of the local dealers would have sale ads that invariably featured a car so devoid of options that no sane person… more»

Four On The Floor! 1964 Pontiac Catalina

UPDATE 01/09/2024: Some sellers will immediately relist a car following an unsuccessful sale, but others will leave things as they assess the best time to make another attempt. This 1964 Pontiac Catalina falls into the second category. We last… more»

Hook up the Trailer! 1979 Ford F-350 Custom 4×4

Walking into a showroom and driving away in a vehicle ideal for towing or off-road adventures is irresistible for some, and such vehicles provide all the bells and whistles to make such undertakings enjoyable and comfortable. However, that approach… more»

Ready To Recommision: 1974 Javelin

We all know what’s happened to classic car prices of late, so it’s encouraging to say that here’s what looks like an inexpensive California car ready to recommission into a driver. It’s a 1974 AMC Javelin coupe, and it… more»

Perfect 19k Mile 1980 Pontiac Trans Am Pace Car

While we could spend all day and half the night arguing the merits and detriments of special edition automobiles, one fact is indisputable: these cars are usually exceptionally well preserved.  Anniversary cars, special editions of all manner, and pace… more»

BF Auction: 1972 Mercury Comet 302

UPDATE – The seller has decided to relist this Comet with a lower reserve! Be sure to take another look and leave any questions you might have in the comments section below. The problem with choosing an earlier Mercury… more»

High School Time Machine: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro

If you didn’t live through them, I have no way to adequately explain to you the gearhead culture during the glorious seventies and eighties.  If you were the kind of student in high school who carried around a Summit… more»

Seldom Seen Green 4-Speed: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette

While Corvette lovers have their favorite years, there are few “rubber bumper” C3s among them.  However, with the right options and the right color, the whole package on an off-year Corvette can be very appealing.  This 1973 Chevrolet Corvette… more»

Garage Kept 7.3 Power Stroke: 1996 Ford F-250 XLT 4×4

The clown show that is the truck market shows no sign of returning to normalcy.  We are now at the point where a new diesel-powered truck costs what a starter home did a decade ago.  To paraphrase the line… more»

36k-Mile Time Capsule: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Special Edition

Some of our readers may only know of Burt Reynolds through Norm Macdonald’s portrayal of him in the hilarious SNL “Celebrity Jeopardy” skits in the mid-1990’s. But those of us old enough to remember the ’70’s remember Burt Reynolds… more»

Indy Pace Car: 1968 Torino GT Convertible

Automakers were once big on creating all types of commemorative vehicles as a marketing ploy.  From anniversaries to pace cars, you could count on a local dealer having some limited-edition vehicle to sell you.  The most famous of all… more»

Cheap GT? 1979 Ford Ranchero GT

Although the Dark Cordovan Metallic (i.e., brown) paint, gold stripes, and GT decals are faded and worn off in quite a few spots, the body of this 1979 Ford Ranchero GT looks surprisingly solid and they say that it… more»

Cream and Bronze Beauty: 1955 Pontiac Star Chief

“New, all-new from the ground up! New Power – New Beauty – New Room – New View.” That’s how Pontiac’s 1955 sales booklet described its restyled lineup for 1955. These cars have been overshadowed for years by their ’55… more»

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