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Package Deal: 1971 and 1972 Ford Broncos

Hands up if you like package deals. Yeah, me too. That is an opportunity awaiting someone seeking a First Generation Bronco project. The seller offers a 1971 and 1972 Bronco and a significant collection of parts designed to help… more»

Winter Project: 1962 Studebaker Champ

I’m often drawn to cars and trucks from some of the less popular American automakers. I’d primarily contribute that to my affinity for the less common, but I maintain they have appeal otherwise. This 1962 Studebaker Champ, for example,… more»

353 V8 Rum Runner: 1930 Cadillac Eight

Cadillac has the misfortune of introducing its new “Eight” at the time of the Stock Market Crash of 1929, so sales of the new car probably never reached their potential before being discontinued in 1935. The car was named… more»

End Of The Line: 1966 Studebaker Wagonaire

The end! Yes, an odd way to start a post. What this means, of course, is the end of Studebaker. They shut down their South Bend, Indiana plant in December of ’63 and kept their Hamilton, Ontario operation running… more»

In-Violet Project: 1970 Plymouth Duster 340

Plymouth’s 1960s compact, the Valiant, was a solid automobile, but it lacked pizzaz. So, Chrysler went about changing that image by creating the Duster in 1970. Though still a Valiant underneath, the fastback body was all-new from the windshield… more»

Colonnade Carrier: 1977 Pontiac LeMans Safari

GM’s colonnade intermediates (1973-1977) always stir some debate. Many dislike them when compared to the uber-popular 1968-1972 predecessor while others sing their praises – and they did have some, operationally speaking. All four, the Chevrolet Chevelle, Pontiac LeMans, Oldsmobile… more»

Clean Slate Project: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

The seller says this 1957 Bel Air Sport Coupe has no engine, transmission, rear axle, radiator, grille, front bumper, or any seats. So, what’s not to love? A car like this is the definition of the term “project” in… more»

Smokey and The Bandit: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am

No motion picture probably did more for the popularity of an automobile than Smokey and The Bandit and the Pontiac Trans Am. Sure, there was Bullitt and the Dodge Charger. Or Vanishing Point and the Dodge Challenger. But sales… more»

Porsche Beater: 1960 Devin SS

A few weeks ago, I have the privilege of riding in a Devin D roadster, a car that rides two inches off the ground and is powered by a Porsche Super 90 engine. It was an absolute blast (the… more»

Two-Owner Survivor: 1974 Pontiac Grand Am

I’ve previously discussed how I find classic cars with known ownership histories attractive, and many potential buyers share that sentiment. However, it sometimes doesn’t translate into feverish bidding activity when the time comes for an owner to part with… more»

402-Equipped: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

Some cars provide no great surprise when an owner lists them for auction, and the bidding goes ballistic. Such is the case with this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396. It may not be a numbers-matching classic, but it has… more»

Trailer Included: 1997 Plymouth Prowler

Genuine accessories have been about almost as long as the automotive industry itself. The variety seems endless, although modern manufacturers seem to focus on floor mats, wheels, and other assorted pieces of “tinsel.” However, Plymouth followed a different path… more»

Affordable Fun: 1929 Ford Model A Speedster

From the moment the first person bolted an internal combustion engine into a spindly device they dubbed the motor car, enthusiasts have sought to extract improved performance from their vehicles. Some searched for additional power, while others strived to… more»

1-of-72: 1967 Ford Fairlane 500XL

Some classic cars make a stunning first impression but don’t provide the performance to match their good looks. That is hardly the case with this 1967 Ford Fairlane 500XL, with its engine bay containing a factory V8 guaranteed to… more»

16K Miles? 1970 Dodge Dart Swinger 340

And now for one of my all-time favorites, a 1970 Dodge Dart Swinger 340. Well, almost a favorite as I prefer the ’68 and ’69 versions but that’s simply aesthetics – this one’s close enough! This Dart has an… more»

Original 1969 Chevrolet Camaro In Need Of Rescuing

All hail the 1969 Chevy Camaro! Well, in this case, a beaten up, down on its’ luck, shell of its’ formal self with a V6. This epitome of 1960’s pony cars has seen much better days, and is looking… more»

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