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Solid Project: 1967 Dodge Polara

Finding an affordable project candidate can be challenging, but enthusiasts with Mopar leanings might like this 1967 Dodge Polara. It isn’t a pretty sight in its current form, but the seller states it is a solid vehicle featuring its… more»

Restore or Preserve? 1960 Lincoln Continental Mark V Convertible

Some classics leave you pondering what path to follow once the vehicle in question is safely parked in your garage. This 1960 Continental Mark V Convertible is no different. This recent barn find could be a prime restoration candidate…. more»

355 V8 Restomod: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

This 1957 Chevy Bel Air looks sharp with new paint and a blinged-out engine. But things here are not original, as the engine is a replacement, the interior is new, and the car has had a change in color…. more»

1 of 294: 1970 Ford Ranchero Squire Project

The Ranchero Squire was the upscale version of Ford’s “Ute” (utility coupe). It came with faux woodgrain paneling, a concept that was also applied to the full-size LTD wagon in 1970. Based on the Torino, the Ranchero was redesigned… more»

Round Two: 1985 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale

About a week ago, I covered this 1983 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Brougham, and it garnered quite a few comments. That being the case, I thought I’d serve up another: a 1985 Delta 88 Royale Brougham – once again… more»

Rare Power Tailgate: 1971 Buick Electra Estate

I’m a sucker for classic American station wagons. I know they aren’t as exciting as a muscle or sports car, but I like that wagons are often overlooked simply because they were family haulers. Yes, most were just that,… more»

Driver-Quality Cruiser: 1970 Ford Galaxie 500

Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Ford and Chevrolet were constantly at odds in full-size car sales. The Chevy Impala usually won out over the Ford Galaxie; in 1970, the ratio was 1.75 Chevies to each Ford (on the other… more»

Indy 500 Pace Car: 1977 Oldsmobile Delta 88

The Oldsmobile Delta 88 was chosen to pace the field at the 1977 Indianapolis 500. As was typical GM practice, dealers produced a batch of replicas for sale. This silver-and-black beauty is one of 2,401 replicas built and was… more»

Too Far Gone? 1970 Dodge Challenger 318 Project

It’s hard to say when or why this 1970 Dodge Challenger was taken off the road, or whether it ended up in a salvage yard or somebody’s backyard once the previous owner was officially through with it.  As popular… more»

Rare Tribute: 1991 Dodge Dakota Li’l Red Express

The Dakota was a mid-size pickup built by Dodge from 1987 to 2011 across three generations. From 1990-92, Dodge dealers offered a Dakota Li’l Red Express tribute, detailed by a contractor to resemble the D-Series Li’l Red Express trucks… more»

Solid V8 Driver: 1961 Studebaker Hawk

Some cars feature fairly generic styling that blends into the scenery like an automotive chameleon. No such criticism could be leveled at this 1961 Studebaker Hawk. Its distinctive fins and side profile are instantly recognizable, so you won’t mistake… more»

Rebuilt 350: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

This 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu has the baked appearance of a classic that has spent its life in a dry location. It seems that its looks aren’t deceptive, with the buyer facing a fairly long list of cosmetic tasks… more»

No Reserve: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am hides its light under a bushel. Once you look past the tired paint, you find a rock-solid restoration candidate with many new mechanical components. It would allow the winning bidder to indulge in immediate… more»

Bat Rod: 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix Convertible

Fins were definitely a receding trend by the early 1960s, but the owner of this 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix Convertible obviously didn’t receive the memo. By grafting a set of Cadillac fins to its rear quarter panels, they have… more»

Fancy 4×4: International Scout Comanche Tribute

The Scout had a rough start. I-H management was not excited about the styling group’s first flat-sided rendering; it simply wasn’t different enough from the Willys Jeep. The Scout project was nearly shelved. But Ted Ornas, chief designer, sketched… more»

4-Speed Drop Top: 1963 Pontiac Bonneville

Dear departed Pontiac, GM’s “Excitement Division” did build some exciting things in the sixties, with the 1964 GTO rising to the top of the mentionable list. But they had an excitement streak before that, as evidenced by this 1963… more»