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Easy and Affordable: 1949 Studebaker Champion Starlight Coupe

When you examine modern passenger cars, their styling has become quite generic. Occasionally, a manufacturer will introduce a new feature, but the financial risks involved are now considered too significant to justify treading a radical styling path. That brings… more»

Ready to Restore: 1959 Imperial Crown Southampton

Choosing a project candidate can be challenging, but the sheer variety of motor vehicles produced over more than a century means there is guaranteed to be something to appeal to almost every taste. Those seeking 1950s luxury and excess… more»

The Future is Here: 1981 DeLorean DMC-12

John Z. DeLorean promised us a gull-winged, steel-skinned sports car. After an inordinately long development path beset by decisions that conflicted with ease of manufacturing, he delivered two out of three, producing a futuristic “sporty” two-seat tourer. Problems were… more»

Low Mile Survivor: 1978 Chrysler Cordoba

While cars from the seventies get a bad rap, it is good to see that collectors are starting to notice them, and good examples are popping up left and right.  Speed and fuel mileage were not the selling points… more»

43k Miles: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Buying a classic Convertible in the depths of winter may seem odd, but sometimes, we must strike while the iron is hot. This 1973 Corvette presents such an opportunity, and there is much to like about this survivor. It… more»

BF Auction: 1929 McLaughlin-Buick Model 51

This 1929 McLaughlin-Buick Model 51 presents beautifully following a complete restoration. No aspect of the car escaped the owner’s attention, making it a turnkey proposition for a new owner. It is guaranteed to turn heads and would suit an… more»

Custom Touches: 1975 Cadillac Fleetwood Talisman

Beauty, it is said, is in the eye of the beholder. That is undoubtedly true in the automotive world. A vehicle that leaves some feeling cold and unengaged will be the car of another’s desire. That brings us to… more»

530 Horsepower 440: 1974 Plymouth ‘Cuda

The third-generation Plymouth Barracuda is a good example of how just a few short years could take its toll on a fine automobile in the early to mid-seventies, and while numerous other cars suffered a similar fate in the… more»

The Ultimate In Luxury? 1973 Imperial LeBaron

Longer than a new Chevy Suburban (!) but miles ahead of it in sleek coolness, the next owner of this 1973 Imperial LeBaron will be turning heads every single time they drive it. The seller has this triple-black luxury… more»

Update: 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire

UPDATE 01/01/2024: The New Year has hardly begun, and we are confronted with a classic that, on the face of it, appears to be a relist following a non-paying buyer. We previously saw this 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire in November… more»

1963 Ford F-100 W/ 292 V8, EFI, and AC!

Ford’s Unibody, or integrated body, pickups stole the thunder for 1963 as they were discontinued halfway through that model year due to reports of body flexing. Ford still offered its regular cab-and-bed pickups right through that three-year experiment, such… more»

Nice Driver with Hard Top: 1964 Corvette Convertible

With all of the hysteria about matching numbers and desirable options surrounding the purchase of a vintage Corvette, sometimes it is prudent to stop for a second and determine why you want a Corvette in the first place.  If… more»

Supercharged C3! 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Custom

Adding personal touches to your ‘Vette was a popular trend back in the sixties and seventies, with the efforts often producing results ranging from mild to wild.  This 1970 Chevrolet Corvette would fall into the latter category, as it… more»

Luxurious Barn Find: 1966 Plymouth Fury VIP

This 1966 Fury VIP is indeed a rare car as the seller proclaims, although back in the sixties Plymouth didn’t intend for it to be, as the brand had high hopes that their new luxury model would catch on… more»

Factory 427? 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

Selling a desirable Corvette is serious business.  Documentation has to be verifiable, numbers must match, and credentials must be heavily scrutinized.  Or you can put a vague ad with a few pictures on eBay and let ‘er rip!  The… more»

No Reserve: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS 396 with 27k Original Miles!

Describing any classic as perfect is risky, but this 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS 396 gives that tag a fair shake. It is a spotless and unmodified car with 27,000 miles on the clock. Its numbers-matching V8 guarantees lightning performance,… more»

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