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A Snowcat Met a Van: 1993 Chev / Bombardier G20

Here’s what happens when a guy needs a thing that doesn’t exist. I can imagine the imperative that led to installing a Chevrolet G20 van on a Bombardier snowcat chassis: your family lives on a mountain, and you need… more»

5K Original Miles: 1998 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra

This 1998 Ford Mustang Cobra is a low-mileage time capsule, and an intriguing choice for a 90s-era muscle car that has flown under the radar of some collectors. The Cobra namesake is obviously synonymous with high-performance Fords, but the… more»

Pick A Time Period: 1930 Ford Model A Hot Rod

We have all heard the remark that beauty is in the eye of the beholder.  For hot rods, no statement has ever been more true.  Hot rods are, by definition, vehicles that have been changed from their stock with… more»

Yard Find 289 V8: 1967 Ford Mustang

Production numbers for the Ford Mustang were off by 22% in 1967. But in fairness, 1966 was a peak year and the Chevrolet Camaro and other competitors had finally arrived on the scene. Besides a styling refresh for the… more»

7k Original Miles: 1988 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

Low mileage claims must often be taken with a grain of salt, especially if there is a question hanging over the subject of verifying evidence. However, that might not be an issue with this 1988 Ford Mustang GT Convertible,… more»

Rust-Free 350: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle

One of the greatest attributes of the American vehicle manufacturing industry during the pre-emission days was that it was possible to buy a car that was a genuine sleeper. Take this 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle as a prime example. It… more»

Cold Air Conditioning: 1976 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

It feels as if I’m in the minority (on the internet, anyway) in liking the second-generation Monte Carlo. While some find its baroque styling firmly in step with other ’70s fads such as wide collars and lurid combovers, that’s… more»

No Reserve: 1966 Ford Mustang

This 1966 Hardtop demonstrates why Ford had a massive sales success on its hands with the First Generation Mustang. It possesses the inherent stunning styling that captured the public’s imagination, but with a fairly modest drivetrain combination, it cost… more»

Stored 30 Years: 1946 Plymouth Special DeLuxe

Ladies and gentlemen, keep your hats on while driving or riding in this 1946 Plymouth Special DeLuxe, the roof is more than high enough. This car predates Chrysler’s K.T. Keller’s famous edict that men should be able to wear… more»

Super Rare 4-Speed: 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix J

Pontiac redesigned its personal luxury car, the Grand Prix, in 1969. By switching platforms, it changed from being a full-size product to an intermediate (even with the longer-than-life hood!). The public loved it and bought nearly four times as… more»

Rare American Supercar: 1986 Ford Saleen Mustang

As the value of cars from the 70s, 80s, and 90s start to climb, it is fun to speculate what models will be worth the most when the market peaks for this respective automobile vintage. Up for sale in… more»

Ford V8 Power: 1968 Sunbeam Tiger

Ah, the treacherous landscape of Sunbeam Tiger acquisition. This car is represented by a seller who acquired it in the belief that it was a real Tiger. But a check with the Tiger Authentication Committee (TAC) revealed that it… more»

Field Find: 1968 Dodge Charger Project

Having to pick a favorite B-Body could prove a difficult task for me, as just about all of them score plenty of points in my book when it comes to great looks.  However, if I had to narrow it… more»

Big Block Cruiser! 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 402

The first-generation Chevrolet Monte Carlo brought luxury to the masses with styling similar to General Motors’ premier two-door, the Cadillac Eldorado. Chevy called the Monte “truly aristocratic,” demonstrating its use by well-heeled silver shoppers in a promotional video. This 1971… more»

1-Of-1: 1967 Ford Mustang GTA Convertible

After a successful first pass from 1964 to 1966, the hot new Ford Mustang got a styling refresh in 1967.  As a result, an enlarged engine compartment could now accommodate big-block V8 engines. The GT Group was an option… more»

513 Horsepower! 1969 Chevrolet Nova

The ’69 Nova came about during the golden age of Chevrolet. The manufacturer offered loads of performance and engine options for its cars during that time and many of them were interchangeable between the Nova, Camaro, Chevelle, and Impala…. more»

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