For 1970, the lowest production numbers for the Plymouth Road Runner were not the high-flying Superbird, but the convertible (which was in its last year as part of the mix). Of those, only six were built for consumption in… more»
American Classic Cars
• For Sale • 37 Comments
Off the Road Since Truman: 1936 Dodge Tudor
It was the year the movie “The Day the Earth Stood Still” debuted. The first color television signal was broadcast from the Empire State Building, and the show “I Love Lucy” hit TV for the first time. Harry Truman… more»
• For Sale • 20 Comments
Marathon Wagon! 1960 Checker Superba
The Superba was the consumer version of the Checker Marathon, which was largely sold as fleet purchases to taxi-cab services and the like. Only sedans and wagons were available, and this 1960 version of the latter may be one… more»
• Auctions • 42 Comments
BF Auction: 1970 Dodge Super Bee
Although the finishing line was in sight for the muscle car era by 1970, manufacturers continued producing potent vehicles to capture genuine enthusiasts’ hearts, minds, and cash. Today, those cars are some of the most desirable in the classic… more»
• For Sale • 41 Comments
Supercharged Barn Find: 1997 Pontiac Bonneville SSEI
The Pontiac Bonneville has been a long-standing fixture in the company’s lineup, often seen as the predominant large sedan that had some sporting undertones. I use “sporting” quite generously here as these were not sports sedans, but Pontiac was… more»
• For Sale • 10 Comments
Sweet Shop Truck: 1965 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
The seller of this 1965 Chevrolet C10 bills it as a Rat Rod, but I almost think that’s selling it a bit short as I typically imagine something that looks more pieced together on the outside when hearing that… more»
• For Sale • 31 Comments
One Owner: 1967 Chevrolet Impala SS
In 1967, the Chevy Impala SS was still a popular car. But, with the debut of the Chevelle three years earlier and the Caprice in 1965, demand was in decline. The Super Sport still came with bucket seats and… more»
• For Sale • 12 Comments
350/4-Speed: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Enthusiasts hope that the supply of desirable classics unearthed in barns and sheds will never end, and this 1980 Camaro Z28 confirms plenty of hidden gems are awaiting TLC. It recently emerged after spending thirty years in storage, and… more»
• For Sale • 19 Comments
Fully Loaded Lariat: 1986 Ford F-250 XLT
The “bullnose” Ford F150 is quickly picking up steam in the collector vehicle market, if you haven’t already noticed. The classic 1980s design has long been overlooked likely due to committing the sins of being both familiar and reliable…. more»
• For Sale • 14 Comments
Original 383? 1968 Dodge Charger
I have long admired custom builds, especially if the work is performed to a high standard. Stunning engineering and attention to the minutest detail can drive a passionate enthusiast to distraction, and I admire anyone willing to commit to… more»
• For Sale • 13 Comments
Groovy Green: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The Camaro Z28 came of age in 1969. After a production of 600 copies in 1967 and 7,000 in 1968, more than 20,000 of the performance machines saw the light of day in 1969. That included a 302 cubic… more»
• For Sale • 25 Comments
Mopar Nomad? 1954 Plymouth Plaza Suburban
Last week I opined on the subject of specific nouns becoming generic terms and I believe that I may have stumbled upon another, the Nomad, as in Chevrolet’s iconic, ’55-’57 top drawer, very stylish, two-door station wagon. Reading the… more»
• For Sale • 21 Comments
Supercharged Classic! 1941 Graham Hollywood
If the 1941 Graham Hollywood looks familiar, that’s because its roots lie in the 1937-38 Cord 810/812. It was built under contract with the makers of the Huppmobile, who had acquired the production dies of the Cord. The car… more»
• For Sale • 45 Comments
350 V8! 1975 Chevrolet Monza Towne Coupe
In the late-1970s, Chevy’s Monza was largely a Vega wearing new clothing. But it was packaged as a more upscale offering than its predecessor and – in 1975 alone – it was offered with a V8 engine! This ’75… more»
• For Sale • 8 Comments
No Reserve Runner! 1964 International Scout 80
Paint, wheels, and tires mark the only obvious deviations from original on this neat old Scout. The 1964 International Harvester Scout 80 in Topeka, Kansas goes to the highest bidder in a No Reserve auction here on eBay. With… more»
• For Sale • 13 Comments
1964 Chevrolet Corvette L76 Convertible
With the C2 just coming to the market the year before, the 1964 Chevrolet Corvette didn’t receive all that many cosmetic changes from the prior model, but that way cool split rear window on the coupe and the non-functional… more»
