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RWD Survivor: 1969 International Scout 800A

I can see why the bids for this 1969 International Scout 800A are already at $12,600, it’s said to be original inside and out and has no rust. And by that, of course, the seller means no rust holes,… more»

Enjoying a Second Life: 1923 Ford Model T Pickup

Between 1908 and 1927, the Ford Motor Company sold over fifteen million Model T Fords.  It was the car that put Americans on the road, and the love affair that this country had for the Model T continues to… more»

Handsome Behemoth: 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible

The name Eldorado has always conjured up images of gold.  Cadillac had a long history of using that name on their most luxurious and expensive models in the lineup.  By 1976, numerous events coincided to make the Eldorado produced… more»

Affordable Luxury: 1974 Cadillac Calais

Cars from the 1970s that earned the nickname “Land Yachts” fell from favor at the end of the decade as potential buyers and manufacturers focused on smaller and more efficient options. There was a time when owners struggled to… more»

Original L76/4-Speed: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

I don’t think there are many angles better to photograph a C2 Corvette than from low-down. It allows the photographer to accentuate the car’s beautiful lines, especially if the vehicle presents as superbly as this 1965 Convertible. Finding anything… more»

Rare 1LE: 1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z

This 1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z is a pretty special classic that its first owner ordered with a focus exclusively on performance. They decided to forego creature comforts, outfitting this classic with the relatively rare 1LE options combination. It is… more»

Two-Owner Survivor: 1957 Mercury Turnpike Cruiser

One of the most fascinating aspects of cars from the 1950s was the variety of interesting model names selected by manufacturers. I mean, can you imagine a modern company releasing a vehicle called the Turnpike Cruiser? That is the… more»

23k Original Miles: 1993 Buick Roadmaster

One thing that seems to happen as we get older is that time appears to pass more quickly. For me, the 1990s feel like yesterday, but the reality is that thirty-two years have elapsed since this 1993 Buick Roadmaster… more»

Only 30k Miles? 1969 Ford Ranchero

The 1969 Ford Ranchero was marketed as a sleek and sporty luxury pick-up. Ford designed the car to have excellent handling and offered a variety of powerful engine options. The example at hand is said to have 30k miles… more»

GTO Tribute: 1964 Pontiac Tempest Sleeper!

Pontiac promoted the compact Tempest to mid-size status in 1964, joining other GM products in that “new market”. Another new sector was beginning to form, too, the muscle car segment, when Pontiac introduced the GTO in ’64, a performance… more»

Preserve or Restore? 1953 Oldsmobile 88 Sedan

Decisions, decisions. What would you do if you found this 1953 Oldsmobile 88 Sedan parked in your garage? Would you restore it to its former glory, or would preservation be more attractive? Regardless of which path you choose, you… more»

Family Project: 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser

I guess it would be fair to describe me as a Station Wagon convert. I never understood these vehicles, believing that owners bought them out of necessity to accommodate growing families. However, having had several as company cars in… more»

390 V8 Fastback: 1968 Ford Galaxie 500

When the full-size Fords were redesigned in 1965, they had stacked rather than lateral twin headlights. With the styling refresh of 1968, they went back to the side-by-side peepers but retained the upright taillights. The seller says this ’68… more»

Built in California 99 Years Ago: 1926 Durant Star

William Crapo Durant was one of the most energetic and creative figures in automotive history.  Credited with founding General Motors, Durant was the type that swung for the fences and either struck out spectacularly or hit bases-loaded home runs. … more»

Johnny Fontaine Edition: 1981 Imperial By Chrysler

It’s bada bing time! Motorapido has discovered a listing for a 1981 Frank Sinatra edition Imperial. This version of Chrysler’s top-drawer Imperial brand is a pretty rare bird and possesses its own uniqueness – it’s certainly a worthwhile discovery…. more»

How Would You Use It? 1941 Ford 1 1/2-Ton Truck

Years ago, I found an orange ’46 Ford half-ton for sale at the local antique festival, and I ogled it awkwardly for two days before deciding that it wasn’t quite right for me. Regretting that decision, I later found… more»

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