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Seldom Seen: 1967 Pontiac GP 428 Convertible

I’d call this 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix convertible a twofer. Firstly, it’s one of only 5,800 GP drop tops assembled in ’67 – the only year that body style was offered, and it’s got an optional, big, honking 428… more»

Rare 1-Owner, 2-Door, 9-Passenger Wagon: 1957 Plymouth Suburban

The rise of station wagon sales in the 1950’s can be attributed to the postwar baby boom and the growth of what we call suburbia. For model year 1957, Ford was the wagon king selling almost 320,000 units, followed… more»

Turnkey Tri-Level: 1968 Chevy C20 With Del Rey Sky Lounge Camper

When does a truck/camper combo hit the jackpot? When it’s a pristine 1968 Chevy C20 CST Golden Anniversary Edition, in the custody of its original owner for five decades, paired with an elusively rare Del Rey Sky Lounge tri-level… more»

426 Hemi/4-Speed: 1966 Plymouth Belvedere II

While 1966 didn’t bring anything particularly innovative to Plymouth’s intermediate-sized Belvedere in terms of styling compared to the previous year, it was indeed a very exciting period for performance, as that’s when the 426 Hemi first became available for… more»

Upgraded Engine: 1954 Nash Metropolitan Hardtop

Model year 1954 saw the introduction of the Nash Metropolitan, a true subcompact (its wheelbase was shorter than a VW Beetle) that was ahead of its time in some respects. It was unique as well, being the first car… more»

Would You Restore It? 1968 Dodge Coronet

The Coronet nameplate was revived in 1965 after a five-year absence and applied to the B-body intermediate platform. The Coronets were mostly family cars, though you could get an R/T with big-block power. This 1968 edition appears to be… more»

Well-Optioned Survivor: 1971 Chevrolet El Camino

Elkys don’t typically get me going but this ’71 has a few options that caught my attention. I’ve always thought an El Camino could make an affordable muscle car alternative if it had the right hardware. This particular one… more»

No Reserve K5: 1973 Chevrolet Blazer

Enthusiasts seeking an off-roader will likely find this 1973 Chevrolet K5 Blazer an ideal candidate. It presents extremely well, with no rust or other nasty surprises. The first owner teamed the range-topping 350ci V8 with a four-speed manual transmission… more»

383 Stroker: 1972 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne

Power and torque are essential for effortless load carrying. This 1972 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne would have been an effective tool for the task when new. However, the seller’s decision to bolt an upgraded 383ci stroker V8 under the hood… more»

22k Mile Collector Edition: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette

When Chevrolet drew the curtain on C3 Corvette production, it did so by releasing a limited edition version. Officially called the Collector Edition, its production wasn’t as limited as the company originally envisaged. However, these cars have found their… more»

No Reserve Notchback: 1989 Ford Mustang LX

Although I have always preferred the styling of Ford’s Fox-Body Hatchback and Convertible variants, I understand the Coupe’s appeal to those planning a racing future. It is lighter than its identically equipped siblings, and the body is inherently stiffer…. more»

Former 427 Hot Rod: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette

The 1968 model year marked the second redesign of the Chevy Corvette. And the first year of the “Mako Shark” Vettes that would continue through 1982. A 427 cubic inch V8 was the top engine in a ’68 Corvette,… more»

Woodgrain Delete: 1995 Buick Roadmaster

The Buick Roadmaster is one of the greats. It is a name that is synonymous with American excellence, and to this day, we still perk up when a clean example of any generation comes up for sale. However, this… more»

Mongoose BMX Van: 1991 Chevrolet G20

Over the years, some seriously cool vans have come out of the woodwork that were once used for promotional purposes. Denim manufacturers, beverage companies, and adventure products all used the slab sides of 70s and 80s vans for advertising… more»

Supercharged Sedan: 1996 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi

This is a car that someone should snatch up. A highly original 1996 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi, with the venerable supercharged powertrain that is known to embarrass performance sedans twice its size (slight exaggeration.) The Bonneville was once the pride… more»

Surprise! 6-Banger 1965 Chevrolet El Camino

The El Camino was Chevrolet’s version of the Ford Ranchero. It debuted in 1959-60 and didn’t return until 1964 when the new mid-size platform for the Chevelle was introduced. 1965 Chevelles and El Caminos were little-changed, and this nice… more»