Marlins are distinctive due to their huge fastback. I’ve heard from somewhere that the styling was intended for a smaller car, but I have no idea if it’s true or not (do any of you know?) Yes, the roofline… more»
American Classic Cars
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Classics In Canada!
We love to see the cars you guys have or have had in the past! Reader Jamie G shared his and his family’s collection and projects with us and it looks like they have some interesting stuff. I will let him tell… more»
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428 SCJ/4-Speed: 1969 Mustang Mach 1
This isn’t just any old Mustang. It is a factory 428 Super Cobra Jet car! Throw in a close-ratio 4-speed, Traction-Lok rear end, and some Candy Apple Red paint and you have a recipe for fun. The seller of… more»
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Barn-Parked Since 1976: 1951 Henry J
America wasn’t really ready for a sensible compact car that was reliable and got (for the day) good gas mileage. So goes the story of the Henry J and Allstate, basic small transportation that just didn’t catch on the… more»
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Needs Some Love: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1978 Chevrolet Corvette has a lot of issues. Over and above the non-stock components, such as the hood, fender vents (that don’t vents per the seller), wheels and rear spoiler, the seller adds that it has a leaky… more»
BF Exclusive: 1964 Plymouth Fury Project
While we were over in Wyoming for the 4th, we made sure to followup on a few leads. My Dad had told me about a Mopar that one of his friends had stashed away in a barn. All he… more»
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Well Optioned: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
This 1970 Chevelle is a real SS 396 with a close-ratio M21 Muncie 4-speed and air conditioning! It looks like it was once a well-optioned bruiser, but there are a few problems here. Somewhere along the line the paint… more»
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1964 Chevelle 300: Muscle Wagon Potential?
For a while now, I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect station wagon to turn into my interpretation of a “muscle wagon”. A few candidates have shown up, but nothing have really stood out to me. This 1964… more»
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Budget Buick: 1929 Marquette
I love to come across a car I’ve never heard of, and that’s what happened with this 1929 Marquette. Actually, it’s a lower priced Buick that was introduced just before the Great Depression hit. As best as I can… more»
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Pace Car Coupe: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z10
We have featured a couple of Pace Car Camaros, but this is the first one I have ever seen with a roof! Apparently, there were some coupe versions of the special car made, but they were only sold through… more»
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Boring Four-Door With A Mystery Engine
How much would you pay for a four-door Olds? If you are like me, not much. What if that car had something interesting under the hood though? The seller of this 1970 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight Royale just purchased it from… more»
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1975 Chevy Cosworth Vega: No Thanks, Dad
If the seller’s story is to be believed, what a good one it is. Dad bought this 1975 Chevy Cosworth Vega that’s listed here on eBay for his son’s 16th birthday. Turns out, his son never bothered to learn how… more»
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1970 Plymouth Barracuda Convertible: Price Justified?
I’ve never understood the fascination with desirable convertibles. This 1970 Plymouth Barracuda convertible found here on eBay is a low-spec 318-powered automatic car, but bidding is already over $25,000! I know production numbers were low, and I can possibly justify… more»
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1942 Lincoln V12 Sedan: The Glory Days
Every time a Lincoln commercial spills onto my TV, I start to scowl. Nothing against Matthew McConaughey – I actually dig the True Detective persona he’s adopted – but because I know what their cars are. More platform-sharing, engine-sharing, zero-imagination byproducts from… more»
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84 Years Young: 1931 Chrysler CM6
The seller of this Chrysler survivor is quick to state that it’s not a barn find, but that it had always been garage until they purchased it. I think it still fits on this site though! It’s currently stored… more»
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The SnowToaster: 1961 Thiokol Trackmaster
Short of your own personal tank, I can’t think of many vehicles that could go places this 1961 Snow Cat couldn’t! And it’s actually been modified to be even more capable than when it left the factory. Located in Lynnwood,… more»
