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28k-Mile Survivor? 1963 Chrysler Newport

Have you ever reappraised a car that you didn’t like and realize that you were in the wrong? That’s how I feel about Chrysler’s 1963/4 models today. For much of my life, I thought they were simply weird-looking Mopars,… more»

440 Six Pack: 1970 Dodge Coronet Super Bee

Some muscle cars announce themselves quietly. A 1970 Dodge Super Bee painted in Dark Burnt Orange Metallic is definitely not one of them. This Coronet Super Bee listed on eBay leans hard into classic Mopar attitude with a V-code… more»

Disappearing Act! 1959 Ford Galaxie Skyliner

In automotive circles, the 1950s are remembered best for the overt use of tailfins. From small to large, it seemed like every new car had them back in the day. But the decade was also known for innovation (or… more»

Suzuki-Powered: Dwarf Race Car

I bet you didn’t know you needed this, did you? This is the first time I’ve come across something referred to as a “Dwarf” and had it not be an insult. This is a real-deal thing, however, as the… more»

Cheap Mopar Project: 1974 Plymouth Duster

Five years ago, this 1974 Plymouth Duster might have been a bit easier to work with than it is today, but there’s still plenty of potential to turn this one into something special.  The seller says he bought this… more»

454/4-Speed: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette

This 1972 Chevrolet Corvette seems to tick many of the “right” boxes enthusiasts prefer when seeking a classic. Its presentation is first-rate, it features a big-block under the hood, and this beauty is numbers-matching. So, what’s not to like?… more»

302 Upgrade: 1968 Ford Mustang Convertible

The secret of the First Generation Mustang’s success and longevity is two-fold. Ford’s decision to pitch the car to a broad range of buyer tastes and budgets meant it couldn’t build cars fast enough to meet demand. In the… more»

260/4-Speed: 1962 Ford Falcon Futura

Restomods take many forms, with some wilder than others. This 1962 Ford Falcon Futura can be considered a restomod, but its creator aimed to produce a car that combined comfort with improved performance without becoming uncivilized. I believe they… more»

Affordable Classic: 1973 Plymouth Duster

We’ve probably all met at least one enthusiast who dreams of parking a classic in their driveway, but their budget has made that dream unattainable. If you fall within that category, this 1973 Plymouth Duster might ride to your… more»

409 Dual-Quad V8: 1962 Chevrolet Bel Air

To many, the 1962 Chevies with a 409 cubic inch V8 are considered iconic. And those with twin carburetors raise the bar even higher. This 1962 Bel Air 2-door sedan has a 409 twin carb engine and a 4-speed… more»

Supercharged: 1963 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk

I have long admired the battlers of the automotive world. Armed with minuscule budgets and sky-high enthusiasm, they tried, usually unsuccessfully, to take the fight up to the top end of town. One such marque was Studebaker, a brand… more»

Long-Term Ownership: 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta

This 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta fell into sympathetic hands when it was sold 23 years ago to the current owner. He has pampered this worthy beast at every turn, giving it whatever it needed and more. For instance, while… more»

One Family Owned: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

If long-term ownership is a crucial consideration when selecting a classic to park in your garage, this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible deserves a close look. It has been part of the same family since Day One, and the indications… more»

Former Cop Car: 1956 Dodge Coronet D-500

The 1956 Dodge Coronet was an ordinary passenger car. But when it was built as a D-500 to NASCAR specs, it became something quite potent for the day. We’re told the seller’s car is a D-500, of which 500… more»

Project Car Collector Edition: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette

In the world of special edition vehicles, Corvettes easily outnumber most any other marques. I could be wrong but I’m fairly confident it is easily the most over-marketed vehicle of all time. That’s not to say there are not… more»

289 V8 “3-on-the-Tree”! 1967 Ford Falcon

The Falcon was Ford’s first entry into the compact car market. From its launch in 1960, it was often at the top of the leaderboard for the first half of the decade. Then the Mustang came along and stole… more»