American Classic Cars

Dec 23, 2017 5:40pm MDT • Uncategorized • 22 Comments

Just Needs Cleaned Up: 1989 Avanti Convertible

When Studebaker debuted the Avanti in 1962, it was a ground breaking and advanced design. Sadly, Studebaker closed their South Bend factory in ’63, so there really weren’t many of these cars built. Well, at least that many that… more»

Dec 23, 2017 4:20pm MDT • Uncategorized • 17 Comments

Manual Swap Candidate: $1K Dodge Dakota Shelby

Buying a vehicle with a blown transmission is usually cause for running the other way, but sometimes, it can also be considered opportunity knocking. This Dodge Dakota Shelby pickup is one of just 1,500 made and is said to… more»

Dec 23, 2017 7:00am MDT • Uncategorized • 20 Comments

Not So Gran: 1968 Pontiac GTO

The Pontiac GTO was produced from the mid 1960’s to the mid 1970’s, along with a brief reintroduction in the mid 2000’s. GTO stands for Gran Turismo Omologato and was a performance car that competed strongly in the muscle… more»

Dec 23, 2017 5:40am MDT • Uncategorized • 23 Comments

One Family 1974 Chevy Nova hatchback!

This 1974 Chevy Nova, submitted by reader Rocco B., would make a nice restoration candidate. It isn’t an SS or a Yenko model but it does have a 350 V8 and should have a 4-barrel carb. This one is slightly… more»

Dec 22, 2017 8:20pm MDT • Uncategorized • 26 Comments

Cruiser Or Bruiser? 1983 Hurst/Olds

When you think of a GM G-body muscle car, you should be thinking about the Buick Grand National. But Oldsmobile took a stab at making a performance G-body out of the Cutlass Supreme. There is a lot of show… more»

Dec 22, 2017 7:00pm MDT • Uncategorized • 21 Comments

Plaid Brougham: 1977 Dodge Monaco

If a Cordoba creates just too much envy and unwanted attention in your neighborhood, then try on this 1977 Dodge Monaco Brougham. It might look like Rosco P. Coltrane’s pursuit car in the front, but it is all personal… more»

Dec 22, 2017 5:40pm MDT • For Sale • 3 Comments

1973 Jeep Custom Cab–Unusual Driver

With a pretty unusual bed and color scheme, as well as a relatively low 98,000 miles, I’m pretty sure someone will be interested in making this truck their own. It’s listed for sale here on eBay with a buy it now… more»

Dec 22, 2017 4:20pm MDT • For Sale • 41 Comments

Santa, Please? 1965 AMC Rambler American 440-H

By 1964, AMC had redesigned their Rambler American line and it was quite a stylish and much-needed update. This 1965 AMC Rambler American 440-H is quite a car, complete with a twin-stick manual transmission. This jewel is listed on… more»

Dec 22, 2017 3:00pm MDT • Uncategorized • 21 Comments

Rust Free and Runs: 1970 Opel GT

This classic Opel GT is said to be a solid runner that is in barn find condition. Perhaps more interesting is the fleet of cars under cover in the background of the photos, but for now, we have the… more»

Dec 22, 2017 12:20pm MDT • Uncategorized • 19 Comments

Pure Americana: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Driver

Chevrolet made a big splash with the 1953 Corvette: the world’s first mass-produced fiberglass car. This 1954 Chevrolet Corvette represents the Sophomore update, though Chevy applied minimal changes. Thanks to Rocco B. for spotting this unrestored second-year Corvette in… more»

Dec 22, 2017 11:00am MDT • Uncategorized • 56 Comments