Needs TLC: 1983 Chrysler Cordoba

If you watched television in the mid-1970s, chances are you caught Ricardo Montalban hawking the new Chrysler Cordoba with its “rich Corinthian leathers”. The Cordoba would be Chrysler’s first foray into the personal luxury segment and was the first… more»

34k Original Miles: 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Enthusiasts fear that the supply of stunning barn and garage finds will eventually dry up. However, this 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme seems to suggest that won’t happen soon. The seller discovered it squirreled away in a garage, a spot… more»

312/5-Speed: 1956 Ford F100 Stepside Pickup

Occasionally, a project vehicle will appear, leaving opinions torn about whether it should be considered finished or unfinished. That will undoubtedly be the case with this 1956 Ford F100 Stepside. Some will look at the completed work and feel… more»

Rare 1931 Chevrolet AE Independence Three-Window Sport Coupe

Despite the Great Depression, Ford and Chevrolet still sold scads of cars from 1929 to 1932. Ford had been the king of the hill for some time, but styling and motor configuration miscalculations hurt the company just enough that… more»

No Reserve! 1991 Ford E-Series Van Coachman Clarion

Some cars come across my screen on Barn Finds, and I get excited to write about something that I have never seen before. Today’s motorhome is exactly that – it’s a catchily named 1991 Ford E-Series Van Coachman Clarion…. more»

“American-Built Import”: 1975 AMC Gremlin

Because American Motors always had a smaller pocketbook compared to the “Big 3”, the introduction of a new car was often done on a shoestring budget. A case in point is the Gremlin, the company’s first subcompact (although it… more»

Too Far Gone? 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Van

You know when you look at a project and think….hmmm this is too far gone? Is there just a little bit too much rust? Maybe it’s got solid bones but you can’t see past the nests that local animals… more»

Yellow Beast: 1976 GMC Motorhome Glenbrook

Growing up in the UK, there were not many motorhomes around, they really only existed in movies that we consumed as kids. We only had caravans which were a whole lot less glamorous than the classic motorhome, and none… more»

59k Original Miles: 1975 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser

When Oldsmobile introduced its Third Generation Vista Cruiser, its appearance differed significantly from its predecessors. Gone was the distinctive skylight treatment, although larger glass areas improved visibility. Buyers could also order their Wagon with a pop-up sunroof to increase… more»

No Reserve: 1963 Chevrolet Nova SS Convertible

While it is not 100% original, this 1963 Chevrolet Nova SS Convertible is a spotless driver with drivetrain upgrades designed to unlock significant performance improvements. It would suit someone seeking a turnkey classic who is unconcerned about originality. Adding… more»

Post-War Project: 1948 Dodge B1-B Pickup

Like most auto manufacturers, Dodge carried on in the years immediately following World War II with mildly updated versions of vehicles that had rolled off the production line before the commencement of hostilities. However, that changed in 1948 when… more»

390-Equipped: 1967 Ford Fairlane GTA

There are times when it seems that classic car ownership and having a growing family are two incompatible things. As teenage legs get ever longer, squeezing them into the back seats of some cars seems like mission impossible. That’s… more»

Project Potential: 1967 Chevrolet C10 Short Bed

Some classic vehicles are purchased for what they are, others are purchased for what they could be. I think this 1967 Chevrolet C10 pickup falls into the latter category. While it will certainly be a big project for someone,… more»

Vintage Hot Rod! 1929 Ford Model A Coupe

Parked in the ’60s, this roughly channeled steel-top coupe captures a snapshot in time of that era’s grass-roots hot-rodding. Sporting a later flathead V8 and a crude channel job, this custom hit the streets with the roadway echoing and… more»

Stylish Worker: 1966 Chevrolet C10 Fleetside Pickup

Chevrolet started making trucks in 1918. In those days, trucks were basically another body style of a car. For instance, Chevy’s Model 490 truck – its first – was a 490 car from the radiator to the front cowl,… more»

Wisconsin Barn Find: 1923 Ford Model T

Some classic cars make better restoration candidates than others. This is especially true for someone considering a first project. Dismantling and performing a first DIY build on something as complex as a Jaguar XJS may be stretching things. However,… more»

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