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Stored 30 Years: 1936 International Popcorn Truck

Introduced in 1934, the C-Series was a short-lived but versatile line of trucks produced by International, with numerous models available to suit the buyer’s needs.  These were popular for industrial use and a favorite among farmers, but this 1936… more»

Rare Neoclassical Replica: 1982 Phillips Berlina

A significant portion of my youth was spent devouring hardcover books about exotic and sports cars, whatever Waldenbooks and the original Barnes & Noble locations – before they became gigantic, coffee-serving book warehouses – would put on the sale… more»

Eliminator Package: 1990 Jeep Comanche

We often think of vehicles like the Ford F150 Lightning and Chevrolet SS as the dominant high performance trucks of the 90s. This was  a new segment of vehicles that combined utility with strong acceleration. However, the Jeep Comanche… more»

Cheap Driver: 1998 Buick Century Custom

This 1998 Buick Century Custom may not be everyone’s idea of a classic. However, we shouldn’t dismiss it out of hand. It has been part of the same family since Day One and has led an extremely sheltered existence…. more»

Stalled Restomod Project: 1966 Chevrolet El Camino

When the El Camino rejoined the Chevrolet lineup in 1964, it was based on a Chevelle 2-door station wagon. And with the styling refresh the cars got in 1966, the El Camino benefited as well. The seller’s ’66 was… more»

330/4-Speed: 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass

California and Arizona. Both are lovely states, and both possess the perfect climate for preserving classic steel. That is where this 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass has spent its life. The paint might be baked, and the Olds might be begging… more»

Well-Optioned Driver: 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix

Years ago, I stopped on the side of the road in the midst of a soaking rain to look at a 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix Hardtop for sale. It was white, probably in similar condition to the one pictured… more»

1 of 55 Drop-Tops: 1980 Pontiac Trans Am

If Burt Reynolds had driven a black Pontiac Trans Am convertible in Smokey and the Bandit, would it have looked like the seller’s car? This is said to be one of 55 rag-tops produced by National Coach Engineering under… more»

44k Original Miles: 1967 Ford Thunderbird Landau

If you’re like me, you are typically drawn to survivor-grade classics. If that is the case, you will probably respect this 1967 Ford Thunderbird Landau. Apart from one small repair, it retains most of its factory paint. The interior… more»

Former Show Car: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette

America’s Sports Car, the Chevrolet Corvette, finally got a redesign in 1963. That was more than 10 years after its original debut. Now sub-dubbed “Sting Ray”, it was immediately popular with sales increasing by half over the warmed-over 1962s…. more»

Second Owner: 1976 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Chevrolet had a bang-up year in 1976, moving over 350K copies of its esteemed Monte Carlo personal luxury coupe (and it may seem as if we’ve reviewed every single one of them!). Well, of course, we haven’t, but owing… more»

302-Powered 1973 Ford Maverick With Luxury Decor Option

This 1973 Maverick is guilty of mixing its metaphors. First, it’s a coupe with the “Luxury Decor Option,” which included a fancy set of paint-matched wheel covers, a vinyl roof with “halo treatment,” and a more opulent interior. On… more»

Callaway Twin Turbo: 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Driving home a new Corvette in 1987 provided operators 240 horsepower in bone-stock form, and for the period, this was quite a respectable number and plenty of strength for most buyers.  However, for those with even deeper pockets who… more»

No Reserve Squarebody: 1984 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 4×4

Squarebody trucks have been on a steady rise in popularity, and clean, usable examples continue to draw strong interest. This 1984 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 4×4, currently listed on eBay with no reserve, looks like one of those trucks that’s… more»

390 V8 Power! 1964 Ford Galaxie 500

The 1964 model year was a good one for full-size Fords. The company built upwards of one million Customs, Custom 500s, Galaxie 500s, Country Squires, and the rest. And two-thirds of them were Galaxie 500s, including the seller’s Club… more»

Exotic Illusion Kit Car: Lamborghini Countach Replica

One of the more confusing purchases to make has to be the decision to invest in a replica, or kit car version, of your favorite exotic or supercar. There is a mess of crummy kits out there, so finding… more»

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