American Classic Cars

Posh Potential: 1961 Buick Electra 225 Convertible Project

Buick was an enthusiastic entrant to the  Jet Age “fins and fancy” contest of the 1950s and early 1960s. The Skylark, Le Sabre, Invicta, and Electra were worthy candidates. These last three designs were generated by Bill Mitchell, new… more»

Stunning Barn Find: 1968 Shelby Cobra GT500KR Convertible

I’d be willing to wager that every Barn Finds reader dreams of the day when they open the creaking door of some shed or barn to strike automotive gold. That didn’t specifically happen with this 1968 Shelby Cobra GT500KR… more»

Stalled Restomod: 1947 Ford De Luxe

Before World War II, Ford last reworked its automobiles in 1941. That design was in place in 1942 when all domestic auto production was halted to shift efforts to the war campaign. When output resumed in 1946, the cars… more»

Warehouse Find: 1932 Ford Deluxe Victoria

This 1932 Ford Deluxe Victoria is a stunning classic that was stored in a warehouse for eight years. The seller acknowledges their collection is too big and has made the difficult decision that the Ford needs a new home…. more»

“Mechanic’s Special”: 1955 Chevrolet 210

While the 1955-57 Chevy Bel Air Nomad wagon would become iconic due to its styling, it was not the only 2-door wagon built by Chevrolet. Without the sports roof styling, the Handyman in 150 and 210 trim was also… more»

Spotless Driver: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette

Many enthusiasts believe the 1972 model year was a landmark for the C3 Corvette. Apart from pointing to the chrome bumpers, they think the company’s engineering changes for the following year removed some of the Corvette’s hard-edged performance. Our… more»

Need a Holiday? Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 Has You Covered

“You need a holiday.” That’s what I’d tell myself every day when I walked out to the garage to worship this 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 Holiday Coupe. The car is available here on craigslist for an asking price of… more»

Original Paint: 1968 Oldsmobile 442

By 1968, the Oldsmobile 442 had graduated from an option package to a standalone model in its own right. It offered genuine muscle car performance wrapped in a package that was more comfortable and conservative than its perceived competition…. more»

Demolition Derby: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

The Malibu Sport Coupe was the biggest seller in the Chevelle intermediate series of cars sold by Chevrolet. More than 300,000 copies were produced in 1969 alone, comprising 60% of the total inventory. This ’69 Malibu was a fairly… more»

Spring Sports Edition: 1971 Ford Mustang Convertible

Want one of the last-of-the-first generation Mustangs, and a convertible to boot? This is your chance to score one, as this 1971 Mustang Convertible Spring Sports Edition is available for sale here on eBay for a current bid over… more»

Highly Original! 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

As lawn ornaments go, it’s hard to beat a sharply dressed, nearly all-original big block Chevelle. By 1968, America’s classic muscle car phenomenon reached a rolling boil, and Chevy’s hot Chevelle SS represents one of the best and most… more»

Lost Its Storage: 1966 Mercury Comet

The Comet was a “me too” car between 1960 and 1978, Mercury’s version of a Ford car. That included the Falcon, Fairlane/Torino, and Maverick over the years. In most cases, the sheet metal differed although the platforms were shared…. more»

1989 Ford E-350 Police Spy Van With 13k Miles!

Some people like surprises, others not so much.  But in the case of this Ford E-350 van, it’s hard not to at least appreciate the startle that an unsuspecting bystander may experience once the double doors open up.  And… more»

Cutting Loose a Rare Orphan: 1981 AMC Eagle Kammback

In the late 1970s, American Motors Corporation was clinging to life based on just a couple of brands. It had Jeep, of course, and the Hornet (Spirit, Concord) platform. But the oil crisis nearly killed Jeep. Gerald Meyers, then-CEO,… more»

Rare T-Top: 1987 Oldsmobile 442

The 1987 model year marked the end of the line for the Oldsmobile 442 in what many would consider its original form. The company revived the badge in 1991 but had performance enthusiasts hyperventilating when they attached it to… more»

Gear Up for Winter: 1925 Ford Model T Snowmobile

When snow is in your future, thoughts turn to dressing the daily driver in its traction devices. But there’s another solution. Here on craigslist is a 1925 Ford Model T Snowmobile for sale, with an asking price of $18,000…. more»

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