With few if any details, this 1955 Pontiac ambulance, once in service to the fire department in Palm Springs, California, will be auctioned off at McCormick’s 78th Classic Car Auction in the same city over the weekend of February… more»
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390 V8-Powered: 1959 Ford Ranch Wagon
You’re right, Ford didn’t offer a 390 V8 for this car in 1959, but there’s one in here, according to the seller. Without a VIN, it’s impossible to tell what the original engine would have been but there were… more»
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Holy Grail? 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle COPO 427
In the late 1960s, if you wanted a hotter car than Chevrolet advertised, you went to a dealer with COPO connections. Central Office Production Order was the only way you could get a 425 horsepower, 427 cubic inch V8… more»
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57K-Mile 1982 Ford Granada GL Squire Wagon
This 1982 Ford Granada GL Squire package wagon has a lot going for it. The seller says it’s a low-mile car with around 57,000 miles on it, it’s rust-free (!), and it’s a one-owner car. That’s the trifecta in… more»
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Just Two Owners: 1977 Chevrolet Nova V8
The Chevy Nova was a popular compact car, with an incredible run from 1962 to 1979. The final generation arrived in 1975, the last with rear-wheel-drive, and was replaced by the front-wheel-drive Citation in 1980. This ’77 edition looks… more»
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Rolling Project: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS
This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS is sort of at an unusual stage, and I have to agree with Barn Finds tipster Ted when he wrote to us saying he’s a bit confused by the ad and the photos. However,… more»
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All-Original 1941 Lincoln Continental Coupe
I have a certain sentimentality about old cars that keeps me from selling anything; it’s more than a mere foible, but it’s who I am and I’ve learned to live with it. Unfortunately, that means that I’m stuck buying… more»
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$10K Invested: 1986 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
The decision to restore a car – especially with the help of a professional shop – is not one that should be taken lightly. Doing it yourself, sure – go nuts. If you spend countless hours perfecting a vehicle… more»
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Runs and Drives: 1950 Lincoln Cosmopolitan
Here’s a prospective race car. Oh, sure it doesn’t look speedy – but it’s got possibilities, and the right race for this car is La Carrera Panamericana. Hard to believe? Spend five minutes with this video, and check out… more»
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Breezeway Project: 1965 Mercury Montclair
The Montclair was Mercury’s mid-range full-size product sandwiched between the Monterey and Parklane in 1965. The 4-door sedan, like the seller’s example, came with the “Breezeway” rear window which meant the glass was lowered and raised by the flick… more»
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Old-School Cool: 1940 Ford Deluxe Convertible
This 1940 Ford Deluxe Convertible is close to what I would classify as an old-school hot rod. Its body is subtle, but changes below the skin should provide performance improvements while retaining the charm and character of a flathead… more»
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More Info Required: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
I have never understood why a seller would list a classic as desirable as this 1966 Volkswagen Beetle and then shortchange themselves by providing a lack of information about its history and mechanical health. Therefore, we are left with… more»
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Cheap Wheels Project: 1980 Pontiac Sunbird
The 1976-80 Sunbird was Pontiac’s version of the Chevrolet Monza. It used the same GM H-body platform which had roots in the 1970s ill-fated Chevy Vega. The seller offers a 1980 notchback coupe, though a hatchback/fastback version was also… more»
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Crate 350 V8: 1980 Chevrolet Blazer Silverado 4×4
The seller of this 1980 Chevrolet Blazer Silverado 4×4 has uploaded over 175 photos, so please check out the link to see every square inch of this truck inside and out. It’s a two-owner 4×4 and looks like it’s… more»
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Stovebolt-Six Powered! 1923 Studebaker
In recent years, there has been renewed interest in how things were 100-or-so years ago. With that, we have seen an uptick in people re-discovering automobiles from the “Roaring 20s” and this 1923 Studebaker is a good example of… more»
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Field Find 4×4: 1969 Ford Bronco 302
First-generation Ford Broncos are a hot commodity these days, with some examples touching the six-figure mark. It’s hard to believe restoring one in this rough of condition can make sense financially, but it might actually make sense for anyone… more»
