Estate Sale Find: 1988 Dodge Daytona Shelby Z

There are cars and trucks when you see them appear as barn finds or garage finds that make you think, “Well, if it’s cheap enough, I may be interested.” The turbocharged Dodge models of the 1980s fit in this… more»

Optioned Oh So Right: 1957 Ford Thunderbird

The 1955-1957 Ford Thunderbirds are an indelible part of American culture.  From Suzanne Somers’ appearance in a Thunderbird in the movie “American Grafitti” to Bruce Springsteen’s “I’m On Fire” video, white ones specifically drive around in our subconscious.  If… more»

Mechanically Solid: 1958 Ford F-250

Ford has been the sales leader in the pickup truck market for as long as anyone can remember. The F-Series debuted in 1948 as the company’s first post-war truck design and it was led by the ½-ton model, the… more»

1 of 1153 Turbo! 1984 Buick Riviera T-Type

Buick’s flagship Riviera always represents style and luxury, and turbocharged performance elevated specimens like this 1984 Buick Riviera T-Type coupe in Sunbury, Ohio to the pinnacle of Buick’s pecking order that year. This one looks complete, but shows wear… more»

1-Owner 5.0! 1993 Mercury Cougar Classic Edition

When a car is bought new in 1993 and driven until the owner is 95 years young, there’s some serious love going on there, which is the story of this 1993 Mercury Cougar for sale here on Craigslist.  The… more»

Slant-Six Survivor: 1975 Plymouth Valiant Custom

The Valiant began as Plymouth’s compact entry in 1960. With a couple of redesigns along the way, the Valiant (and Dodge’s similar Dart) lasted through 1976. In its later years, a fancier version of the Valiant was offered called… more»

Rare Business Coupe: 1948 Chrysler New Yorker

At the time the New Yorker was retired in 1996, it was the longest-running U.S. automobile nameplate. Its reign as the top Chrysler car (aside from the Imperial) began in 1940 and one of the rarest versions was the… more»

19k Miles! 1984 Oldsmobile 98 Regency

Customers have high expectations from a brands flagship model, and considering what times were like in the auto industry during the mid-eighties the 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight was actually a fairly solid offering, with the Olds brochure describing it as… more»

Easy Restoration: 1929 Ford Model A Rumble Seat Roadster

Henry Ford was a flawed individual with strong views and was seldom willing to compromise on his opinions. This made him a ruthless tyrant toward those with whom he crossed swords, but it also meant that the cars produced… more»

Original Paint: 1971 Chevrolet Nova

Years of experience have taught me to be cautious regarding extreme owner claims about their classic car. Sometimes they don’t add up, but that may not be true with this 1971 Chevrolet Nova. It wears its original paint, although… more»

Beautifully Restored 1957 Chevrolet 210 Two-Door Sedan

This 1957 Chevrolet 210 Two-Door Sedan presents beautifully following a recent frame-off restoration. The build didn’t include any rust repairs because this classic retains all of its original Chevrolet steel. Its interior is spotless, and the numbers-matching V8 under… more»

Original 350: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Esprit

It is not unusual for parents to buy their child a first car because this helps them to ensure their most prized asset will slip behind the wheel of something safe and appropriate. However, to find a classic where… more»

One-Owner Survivor: 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Determining what constitutes a classic car isn’t as straightforward as it first appears. Some are no-brainers, while others rely on specific attributes to gain an enthusiast’s attention. This 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is a perfect example of that thinking…. more»

350/4-Speed: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

One of the keys for ongoing retained value with any classic car can be originality. Unmolested vehicles generally sell for a higher figure than a modified equivalent example, although it is worth noting this isn’t a hard and fast… more»

Original Paint, Interior, and 30k-Mile Survivor! 1963 Ford Thunderbird

It’s ironic that the seller chose to photograph this ’63 Thunderbird parked on an upward slope, because it looks like this ‘Bird is about to take flight. What a beautiful survivor with its factory original paint, interior, and a… more»

Show Car Not Race Car: 1961 Kellison J-5

Tastes change as we grow older.  As car nuts, our early childhood is often influenced by the toys we play with.  Take Hot Wheels for example.  Many of the cars we bugged our parents mercilessly to get bore little… more»

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