American Classic Cars

Solid Project: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

As 1962 rolled around, enthusiasts were already anticipating the new-for-1963 Sting Ray. Heck, even Chevrolet themselves had foreshadowed the new model with the updated rear styling for 1961. However, that doesn’t mean Corvette lovers should dismiss the one-of-14,531 1962… more»

Low-Mile Rarity: 1980 Plymouth Horizon TC3

The 1970s were certainly not a time of automotive greatness from the Big 3. Reeling from the oil crisis, cash-strapped car companies were focused on fuel economy and very basic features. This resulted in many quite awful cars, very… more»

40,000-MIle 1977 Ford Pinto Runabout Survivor

It’s the middle 1970s. You get your first teaching job. What do you want to meet you at the end of the workday? A brand-new car, of course, sitting outside your school like this car appears to be. What… more»

Overlooked Classic: 1956 Continental Mark II

In the world of classic cars, some vehicles are simply not selling for what they should.  Often these vehicles were not very successful in the marketplace despite fine craftsmanship and great styling.  A perfect example of this underappreciated group… more»

Original 409 Dual-Quad: 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS

I have sat staring at the photos of this 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS, trying to determine its strongest attribute. I’m unsure whether that honor falls to the flawless panels and paint, the spotless interior, or the 409ci Dual-Quad monster… more»

All Original: 1975 Oldsmobile 442

By the time Oldsmobile rolled its Third Generation 442 off the production line, there was little doubt that its focus was more on comfort and handling than outright performance. That approach was essential, as manufacturers hadn’t developed strategies to… more»

Same Family 52 Years: 1970 Chevrolet El Camino

Chevy introduced the El Camino in 1959 as a “gentleman’s” pickup, based on a 2-door station wagon platform. It was in response to a similar vehicle brought to market by Ford in 1957. When Chevrolet redesigned their full-size cars… more»

Blank Canvas: 1970 Dodge Charger 500

This 1969 Dodge Charger 500 would have been a potent and attractive muscle car when it was new. It has fallen upon hard times but hasn’t deteriorated beyond the point of no return. It is a blank canvas for… more»

Spotless Driver: 1964 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz

Sometimes it is amazing the impact a single, simple change can have on a car’s appearance. Take the 1964 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz as an example. The company elected to ditch the rear fender skirts for that single model year…. more»

Finned Beauty! 1960 Chrysler Saratoga

Something I’m always grateful for in car listings is when it appears the seller is being forthcoming and telling you everything they know, and I get that feeling about this 1960 Chrysler Saratoga, which is located in Seattle, Washington,… more»

Loewy Lovely: 1974 Avanti

As time marches on we forget more of our past.  New generations see an item and know little of its origin.  Take for example this immaculate 1974 Avanti II for sale on craigslist in Kirkland, Washington for $26,500.  Few… more»

Rare Racer: 1959 Porsche Devin D

The late 1950s and early 1960s were a time of some of the best, timeless designs to come from automotive manufacturers. The Jaguar E-Type, the Ferrari 250 GTO, and the original Porsche 911 were all released during this time…. more»

Package Deal: Pair of 1960 Cadillacs

The late 1950s produced a lot of wild-looking automobiles, especially when it came to tailfins. The 1959 Cadillacs may have taken the styling technique to its furthest limit, so things were toned down a bit in 1960, with little… more»

Garage Find Drop Top: 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass

A ’68-’72 Oldsmobile midsize, whether it’s a 442 performance variety or not, is always popular. They were a nice blend of size, styling, features, and price. Today’s find, courtesy of Russell G, is a ’71 Cutlass Supreme convertible that… more»

396 V8 Power! 1966 Chevrolet Impala 4-Door

Chevrolet had a record sales year in 1965 when it came to full-size models. So, it’s not surprising that sales dropped by more than 20% in 1966 because the cars were little changed. You more commonly found the 396… more»

Crawl Anywhere: 1943 Studebaker Weasel

Ingenuity during the war years resulted in myriad interesting vehicles, with an emphasis on mobility when faced with extreme terrain. These vehicles took a licking and kept on ticking – dropping into enemy territory off a helicopter sling, enduring… more»

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