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Phoenix Blue Survivor: 1975 Ford Courier

We always hope that readers will click on the corresponding sales links for the vehicles being shown here, just to read the seller’s listing and see all of the photos. This is one time when I really hope that… more»

Replica Or Real? Manta Mirage

I am always confused when sellers are confused. Take this Manta Mirage, it is listed as a 2000 model but the year 2000 was fourteen years after Manta (1974-1986) called it quits. What gives? Hard to say but this… more»

408 Stroker V8: 1971 Dodge Dart

As you start looking at the finer details of this 1971 Dodge Dart, you will begin to realize the profound change that it has undergone from its humble roots. It would have been an excellent car when it was… more»

Rare 1973 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400

It is hard to tell what color this 1973 Pontiac Formula 400 is due to the rot and rust but it was originally Code 29 blue. The car is obviously a project and has been off the road since… more»

Rarely Seen: 1970 Oldsmobile Rallye 350

One of Oldsmobile’s most unusual offerings had to have been this 1970 Oldsmobile Rallye 350. The year 1970 was pivotal as insurance rates and gas costs would soon rise, not to mention regulations and emissions requirements coming to the… more»

400 V8 Tri-Power! 1957 Pontiac Star Chief Custom

In the pecking order at Pontiac for 1957, the Star Chief Custom was almost top dog. Entry level was the Chieftain, then the Super Chief, followed by the Star Chief, and then the Star Chief Custom. That only left… more»

Rare Roadster: La Dawri Project Car

In the history of the Automobile, many nameplates have come and gone, some with more notoriety than others. The name La Dawri is rather unknown to many, but we present to you today a rough example of one, and… more»

Stash of 3: 1955 Packard 400s

Studebaker and Packard combined resources in 1954 and their separate 1955 models would be the first full year of cars under the new banner. As Packard still tried to maintain its identity, the 400 (or Four Hundred) was offered… more»

Big Block! 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

Classic muscle cars took a while to catch their second wind, and many parked or left to rot before the late ’80s were just “old cars” to many owners. This 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 in Los Angeles, California… more»

Two Owner: 1969 GMC 1500 Camper

With 3 days remaining in the auction, this 1969 GMC Sierra 1500 is listed here on eBay and appears to be in survivor condition. The truck is located in Fort Harrison, Montana, and is said to be a barn… more»

Stored 55 Years: 1952 Willys Aero Ace

The seller tells us that this good looking 1952 Willys Aero Ace was last licensed for the road in 1966, that’s a long time to be in storage. It sure looks solid and straight and these cars don’t show… more»

Former Parade Car: 1965 Chevrolet Impala Convertible

1965 was a big year for Chevrolet and specifically the Impala. Chevy sold a record 1.5 million full-size cars, of which more than one million of them would be the Impala or Impala Super Sport. This would be a… more»

1-of-5: 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

This 1967 Corvette Convertible is much more than just a pretty face. It has won multiple coveted awards, it is original, and it has one stunning numbers-matching V8 under the hood. Tying all of this together is the fact… more»

Original Survivor: 1986 Ford Mustang GT

I have always liked the Fox-body Mustang, and it appears that I’m not a lone wolf on that front. The car remained in production long after Ford had earmarked it for replacement due to ongoing buyer demand. Today, they… more»

Black-On-Black: 1973 Dodge Challenger

Dodge would be the last of the major automakers to get into the pony car game. The Challenger debuted in 1970, more than five years after the Mustang began to set the market on fire. The Challenger itself would… more»

Half Cab 4×4: 1966 Ford Bronco

Early Ford Broncos are hot these days, with nice examples fetching good money. It makes sense though, trucks, in general, are on the rise, and given the mortality rate for the Bronco, there just aren’t many good examples left…. more»

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