American Rolls Royce: 1979 Clenet Series 1 Roadster

Ah, the neoclassical era of low-volume, high-zoot American-made machines. It’s amazing how many cars emerged from this time period of the late 70s and into the middle 80s sporting these classic vehicle looks with mundane engineering underneath. The Clenet… more»

Stunning Drop-Top: 1970 Dodge Challenger Convertible

I have never hidden my admiration for cars produced by Dodge and Plymouth on Chrysler’s E-Platform from 1970 until 1974. I have always felt they looked bold and muscular, an impression that is heightened when the original owner ordered… more»

No Reserve: 1978 Ford F150 Ranger XLT

This 1978 Ford F150 Ranger XLT leaves potential buyers with decisions to make. It is a tidy and rust-free survivor but could also serve as an excellent foundation for a straightforward restoration. It is mechanically healthy and ready to… more»

Museum Piece? 1963 Studebaker Avanti

Studebaker got a reprieve in the late 1950s with the compact Lark. That little car breathed life temporarily back into a company that suffered greatly from its merger with Packard. By the early 1960s, Studebaker’s fortunes were beginning to… more»

Driver-Quality Restoration: 1966 Pontiac GTO

The Pontiac GTO achieved legendary status as enthusiasts recognized it as the first genuine muscle car. Tidy examples are highly sought because the early GTO offers a perfect blend of looks and performance. This 1966 model recently emerged after… more»

The Redneck Limo: 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan

For just $3,000, you can be the proud owner of this extensively modified 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan minivan, aka “The Redneck Limo,” now on Facebook Marketplace in Olympia, Washington. It’s running, barely. Thanks to Yargbull for this listing.

All SHO, Some Go: 1990 Ford Taurus SHO

Assuming such a number could be calculated, I’d expect a vast majority of 1980s and (at least early-) 1990s mid-size family sedans met their demise in a scrapyard. I can confirm that all 2 of my family’s mid-size sedans… more»

Tough Farm Truck: 1948 Dodge Power Wagon

Once, long ago, we were a country that built things and worked hard.  In the post-World War II days, much of that hard work was in rough places.  Dodge made vehicles to go in those wild places that are… more»

Low-Mile Survivor: 1975 Ford Mustang II V8

Mustang fans are broken into two broad groups: those who accept the 1974-78 Mustang II as legit, and those who pretend that Mustang history zipped ahead seamlessly from the 1973 (the last of the first-generation models) to 1979 (the… more»

Rebuilt 383: No Reserve 1970 Plymouth Road Runner

It would be hard for me to pick a favorite year model from the first-generation Plymouth Road Runner offerings, as all 3 are good choices and still in high demand.  But I might have to give my nod to… more»

Rare Two-Tone Paint: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

Buyers faced a wide selection of paint shades when ordering their 1969 Camaro, with some selecting a two-tone combination to help their new toy to stand out from the crowd. That was the case with our feature car, although… more»

1967 Ford Mustang GTA Fastback Barn Find

Tackling a restoration project can involve serious commitment if a tired and battered classic is to regain its lost youth. That is the battle facing the new owner of this 1967 Mustang GTA. It originally possessed equal measures of… more»

Powered By Mr. Big: 1972 Ford Ranchero GT

Normally, I wouldn’t show a lot of interest in a generic looking 1972 Ford Ranchero GT. It seems that the styling, at least compared to the ’70-’71 version is polarizing, some love it but many don’t. Regardless, I’m always… more»

Rosco’s Ride: 1977 Plymouth Fury

Many readers will have fond memories of the Dukes of Hazzard, a series that graced the small screen from 1979 to 1985. The star car was undoubtedly the General Lee, a 1969 Dodge Charger R/T driven by Bo and… more»

Needs Finishing: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS350

What to make of Chevrolet’s Camaro. It endured a continuous run from 1967 through 2002. It made a return in 2009 as a 2010 model and wearing a retro-styled ’69 theme. At the end of this year, 2023, it’s… more»

Legendary Street Racer: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T SE Hemi

As family heirlooms go, they don’t come much better than this 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T SE. Its specifications and optional equipment make it a genuine 1-of-1 classic, while its early life included a stint humbling lesser mortals in the… more»

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