The term “era” has picked up some steam as of late thanks to the most recent Taylor Swift concert tour, but I think it applies to more than Ms. Swift’s musical evolution. We all have car eras. When I… more»
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Sep 22, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
440 Powered and All Original 1973 Dodge Monaco
During its earlier years, the Dodge Monaco spent much of its lifespan as the brand’s top model and was still a step above the Polara in the lineup for 1973. This full-size offering seemed to have all the right… more»
Sep 22, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
100% Rust Free! 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster 4×4
The tail end of the 1970s was one of Chrysler’s darkest periods (although things aren’t looking great for them right now). Because of this, you might find it in your heart to forgive them for creating this badge-engineered Ramcharger… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Award Winner: 1950 Chrysler Imperial
“They’re only original once.” How many times have we heard that line? It is true of this 1950 Chrysler Imperial that has collected a selection of show trophies courtesy of its overall condition as a genuine survivor. The seller… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
2-for-1 Projects: Pair of 1959 Chevrolet El Caminos
In 1957, Ford introduced a car-based pickup truck called the Ranchero. It used a 2-door station wagon as its foundation. Two years later, Chevrolet got into the game with a similar product they named El Camino. The initial run… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
4-Speed Performer: 1972 Plymouth Duster 340
At the end of the 1960s, mid-size muscle cars were starting to take it on the chin from insurance companies. That created opportunities for compact performance cars like the Chevy Nova Super Sport which came with small displacement engines…. more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Rare Turbo Fox Body: 1984 Ford Mustang SVO
It’s a no-brainer that just about any third-generation Mustang with a V8 stuffed under the hood is a desirable Fox body. However, one of the lesser-known performance offerings from this period is the SVO, which used turbo power to… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Running Shoebox: 1950 Ford Custom Tudor
Ford was one of the first U.S. automakers to release a whole new line of cars after World War II. The 1946-48 editions were largely warmed-over pre-war automobiles, but the cars were redesigned in 1949 to help meet the… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
428 4-Speed! 1967 Ford XL Convertible
If there was ever a box-checker, this is it, at least for lovers of 1960s Fords. Stacked headlights aren’t for everyone, but I’m a huge fan of the third-generation Galaxie series, and when it’s a convertible; even better. How… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
43k Original Miles: 1972 Dodge Charger
For those seeking a B-Body with the most outrageous performance capabilities, 1972 probably isn’t the year, and the 318-equipped examples definitely fall short in terms of what you’re hoping to find under the hood. On the other hand, it’s… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
440 Survivor: 1973 Dodge Monaco Wagon With Tow Package
In those hazy hours of daydreaming (and there have been many in my lifetime), I’ll muse on random questions such as what I would have bought in 1967 if I were 25 years old, or what Cadillac I’d buy… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Former Museum Car: 1940 Hudson Traveler
Hudson’s nameplate disappeared by 1957, so we tend to forget that the company invented numerous mechanical advancements now taken for granted, including the balanced crankshaft, dash warning lights, and dual brakes – a mechanical backup when hydraulic pedal travel… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Project or Parts? 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS Convertible
Some classics pose the eternal question of whether their future is as a project or a parts car. Such is the case with this 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS Convertible. It is a sad and sorry sight, which is always… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Rusty Hunk Of Junk: 1967 Mustang Fastback
If you really, really have to have a 1960s Mustang like this 1967 Fastback, then bid up past the one person who has supposedly posted an offer of $14,500. But be warned: There’s no mention of a reserve, so… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
T-Top Muscle: 1971 Corvette Stingray
This car looks good at first glance, at least in the ad profile. The idea of a 1971 Corvette with only two owners entices. Who were these people? A young man-about-town who owned the car from new until the… more»
Sep 20, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Rust-Free Roller: 1956 Chevrolet Nomad Project
When assessing the relative worth of every vehicle from Chevrolet’s legendary Tri-Five range, the Nomad sits close to the top of the heap. They were expensive when new, meaning sales volumes were extremely low. This 1956 Nomad has seen… more»
