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Parked for 44 Years: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Race Car

In an era wherein it seems like unless you have a smart phone glued to your ear you’re likely to miss out on the next great barn find, this 1963 Chevrolet Corvette race car proves otherwise. Spotted in the… more»

Last Year Panther Pink! 1973 Dodge Challenger Rallye

Chrysler launched its line of optional High Impact paint colors back in the summer of ’69, with some radical finishes available at not much extra cost if you really wanted your Mopar to stand out in a crowd.  Choices… more»

Export Mustang: 1965 Ford T5 Fastback

Ford hit a snag when trying to export its successful new Mustang to Germany in 1965. A truck manufacturer over there already owned the rights to the name. The company’s workaround solution (through 1979) was to de-badge the cars… more»

Single Family Ownership: 1940 Chevrolet Special Deluxe Coupe

In the 1930s, Chevrolet was riding high, in solid financial condition, and selling well against its competition. Designs throughout the industry were shifting, as running boards shrank, headlights were drawing closer to fenders, and radiators were enclosed by front-end… more»

Parked and Needy: 1986 Chrysler Conquest

When a project car is in your neck of the woods, it becomes infinitely more appealing to take home as a project. It’s just a rule of the universe; we’re all bound to these guidelines. This 1986 Chrysler Conquest… more»

Semi Hemi Project: 1960 Dodge Power Wagon

Vintage pickup trucks can seem like a dime a dozen. Meaning, you have your pick when it comes to deciding on which one to bring home. But if you’ve got your eye on future value and justifying a restoration,… more»

Blues Brothers Tribute: 1974 Dodge Monaco

There were three stars of the quasi-classic 1980 movie, The Blue Brothers: Saturday Night Live alum John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd, and a 1974 Dodge Monaco, dressed up as a retired Chicago police car. As it turns out, 13… more»

I’ll Make It Fit: 1948 Diamond T Hot Rod Pickup

The early 18th century English poet Alexander Pope once wrote that “Fools rush in where angels fear to tread.”  This may be true, but if we modify that quote for the world of hot rod building it would read… more»

Last Year Ragtop: 1985 Buick Riviera Convertible

The sixth-generation Riviera moved to GM’s B-body platform which gave them front-wheel-drive for the first time, along with the Oldsmobile Toronado and Cadillac Eldorado. These were not inexpensive cars, at $24,000 in 1985 dollars, or $65,000 in equivalent 2022… more»

44k Original Miles: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

The Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 is one of the most desirable muscle cars in the current classic market. Pristine examples command impressive prices as enthusiasts clamor over one another in a bid to park one in their garage. With… more»

Farm Hay Hauler: 1961 Ford Econoline Pickup

I was scrolling through my local craigslist and spotted this one. You just don’t see these flat-nose pickups anymore. It doesn’t currently run, the mileage is unknown, and it was used four years ago as a farm truck to… more»

455/5-Speed: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am

The owner of this 1976 Pontiac Trans Am performed many mechanical upgrades creating a total performance package. They wrapped the upgraded drivetrain in a rust-free body with paint that takes your breath away. With the work complete, they feel… more»

Surprisingly Sound: 1989 Dodge Ramcharger

When I first saw the listing for this dusty old Ramcharger, I had my doubts that it would be worth $7,500. But when you peek into the listing, you see it’s actually a pretty solid truck that really just… more»

L88 Hot Rod: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette

Do you ever look at a car and think, “Man, that thing just gives off the right vibes?” That’s how I feel when looking at this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette equipped with a variety of period-correct modifications and a real-deal… more»

Heavy Hot Rod: 1970 Dodge D200 Pickup

This Dodge D200 Camper Special was found in a Texas barn where it had been parked since 1991. The current owner did quite a bit of maintenance on the truck, but there are a few more things that need… more»

Cheap Fun! Lifted 1999 Chevy Corvette

If you’ve never seen the 1999 remake of the movie The Thomas Crown Affair, Pierce Brosnan’s character drives a vintage Shelby Mustang with large off-road tires, a roll bar, and driving lights. A modified car built like that is… more»