Buick threw caution to the wind for the redesign of the third generation Riviera in 1971. Styling was a radical departure from prior editions, going with a pronounced “boattail” look in the rear whose curved rear window was a… more»
American Classic Cars
Jan 11, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
454 Project! 1961 Chevrolet Apache Crew Cab
Offering a potential cross-section of two custom trends, this 1961 Chevrolet Apache Crew Cab outside San Bernadino, California offers the potential to build a custom C10 that is also a crew cab. The first-generation Chevrolet C10 has become a… more»
Jan 11, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Massive Muscle Car And Memorabilia Auction!
Mecum is conducting an auction of nearly 200 cars and assorted memorabilia. Most of the cars are from the heyday of the muscle car era, but not entirely. The site of the auction is Rick Treworgy’s Muscle Car City… more»
Jan 11, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Used Not Abused: 1976 Ford F-250 Y-Code
Ford’s F-Series of trucks have been around since the late 1940s and have dominated sales since the late 1970s. The F-250 is the bigger brother to the F-150 and has a higher gross vehicle weight rating. This edition of… more»
Jan 11, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Lifted Survivor: 1997 Geo Tracker
When it comes to classic 90s SUVs, it doesn’t get much more period-correct than a Geo Tracker or its Suzuki Sidekick twin. What’s ironic is when they were new, the hardcore truck guys likely laughed at these light-duty SUVs,… more»
Jan 10, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Cheap Project: 1966 Ford Mustang
This 1966 Mustang carries all of the hallmarks of a project that will be riddled with major rust problems. However, things might not be as bad as they appear. It is also a complete car and is probably one… more»
Jan 10, 2021 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Collection of Station Wagons – Buick (2), Chrysler and Mercury
In recent years, station wagons have begun to find favor with collectors, especially unique models. This collector is going the other direction, thinning his herd from 300 vehicles and shedding all his wagons in the process. We don’t know… more»
Jan 10, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Built 400: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
Beauty is said to be skin deep, but that isn’t exactly the case with this 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. In its case, the skin looks quite ugly, but the beauty seems to go down to its core. When you… more»
Jan 10, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
32k Original Miles: 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The 1981 model year marked the last hurrah for the 2nd Generation Camaro, and its character had changed remarkably from the car that first appeared in 1970. The Camaro had become a much softer vehicle, and most of these… more»
Jan 10, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Solid Project: 1968 Dodge Charger
It isn’t unusual to find 1968 Dodge Charger project cars that are riddled with rust, but this one is like a breath of fresh air. Sure, it will need to be completely restored, but at least the buyer won’t… more»
Jan 10, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Field Find Project: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette
C3 was the designation for the third generation of the Chevy Corvette, which enjoyed a long run from 1968 to 1982. During that time, the car evolved slowly, with less chrome parts and more Tupperware. The Corvette got hurt… more»
Jan 10, 2021 • For Sale • 5 Comments
No Reserve 5-Speed: 1981 DMC DeLorean
I would hate to estimate just how many articles have been written over the years about the failure of DeLorean, but I suspect that the number would probably run well into six-figure territory. Like so many vehicles scattered throughout… more»
Jan 10, 2021 • For Sale • 45 Comments
Futuristic Survivor: 1957 Lincoln Premiere
When I was younger (a lot younger), no car better idealized the 1950s than the Lincoln Premiere. The 1956-57 models looked so futuristic that I expected a spaceman to get out of at any time. The Premiere only had… more»
Jan 10, 2021 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Best Looking Pickup? 1948 Diamond T Model 201
C. A. Tilt was the gentleman who founded the Chicago company, Diamond T, which made some of the most beautiful trucks maybe of all time. He reportedly said many times, “A truck doesn’t have to be homely.” That’s certainly… more»
Jan 10, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
1 of 100: 1985 Avanti II
The Avanti was the car that refused to die. After Studebaker suspended production of the Avanti in late 1963 as part of its extended wake, interest in continuing the car surfaced. Two former Studebaker dealers bought rights to the… more»
Jan 10, 2021 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Donated Fundraiser: 1966 Chevrolet Impala Convertible
I will always respect someone who donates a car to a charity to be auctioned as a fundraiser. That respect ramps up significantly when the vehicle in question is a classic like this 1966 Chevrolet Impala Convertible. It has… more»
