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Unfinished Business: 1961 Studebaker Hawk

The Hawk and its variants were a staple in the Studebaker line-up from 1956 through 1964. Depending on the models, they offered a sporty appearance, upscale amenities, and sometimes surprising power in a light package – but not always… more»

Chevrolet V8 Power? 1974 Ford Pinto Wagon

To the likely chagrin of Ford fans everywhere, finding a ’32 Ford, or other Fords of that era, bowtie powered, is pretty commonplace. It’s somewhat of a head-scratcher as Ford has its own Windsor-based small-block V8 and it’s no… more»

Limited Edition: 1971 Jeepster Hurst Edition

The term “Limited Edition” is relative, with some vehicles proving more limited than others. Sometimes this is by design, while at others, it can prove the result of a lukewarm reception by the buying public. The 1971 Jeepster Hurst… more»

11k Original Miles: 1989 Chevrolet Camaro RS Convertible

Some car models look fantastic in drop-top form, while others look unwieldy and unappealing. I believe the Third Generation Camaro fits into the former category because it almost looks like the company designed the Convertible model first, with the… more»

Muscle Wagon: 1989 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Station Wagon

With a few notable exceptions, classic station wagons aren’t renowned for possessing muscle credentials. Their creators envisaged them as reliable family transport, and most served in that role perfectly. However, this 1989 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Wagon is a cut… more»

350 V8 Project: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS

The Chevy Camaro was in its sophomore year in 1968, having been introduced to do battle with Ford’s successful Mustang. Changes would be minimal in its second outing, the most noticeable being the addition of side marker lights and… more»

Hangar Find: 1961 Cessna 172B

This 1961 Cessna 172B has a healthy record of recent maintenance and seemingly is ready to fly, with the seller listing several big-ticket jobs in the recent past. The plane has been hangar-stored for 30 years, and while white… more»

The Only One Left? 1949 Checker A3

Most people think of Checker Motors for its iconic and long-lasting Marathon, which was ubiquitous as a taxi cab for decades, but few people know that there were cars before that. In this case, it’s a 1949 Checker A3… more»

Police Package 396 FBI Car! 1966 Chevrolet Biscayne

Except for the earliest examples, the Chevrolet Biscayne functioned as a lower-cost offering for buyers who wanted a full-size car but were on a budget or just didn’t care for all the bells and whistles.  Chevy was able to… more»

Original 454: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

The 1973 model year marked one of change for the C3 Corvette. The chrome front bumper made way for a required five mph unit, while radial tires and other changes took the hard edge off these classics. Buyers could… more»

Complete and Original: 1967 Mercury Cougar XR-7

When a classic car emerges from long-term storage, it is fair to expect it to need some work before returning to its rightful place on our roads. The scope of that work depends on many factors, including the storage… more»

Restore or Rod It? 1937 Ford Tudor Slantback

I’ll admit, I’m more of a purist when it comes to car restorations; I guess it’s the museum archivist gene and history lover in me. But Google “1937 Ford Tudor Sedan” and see what pops up on the Images… more»

Just Donated: 1992 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon

Ah, another listing from one of my favorite channels on eBay. In this week’s episode of desirable enthusiast cars donated to a nonprofit organization, we have the venerable Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon with the mighty 5.7L V8 under the… more»

One Owner Survivor: 1969 Buick Skylark

We often see classics from the 1960s and 1970s that are one-owner survivors, but this 1969 Buick Skylark caught my eye. It isn’t simply the sole owner factor that made me take notice. It is the fact that the… more»

Estate Find: 1968 Shelby Mustang Cobra GT350

I believe that I possess a well-developed sense of self-control and can demonstrate great restraint when required. However, even I have my limits. If I owned this 1968 Shelby Mustang Cobra GT350 and had treated it to a total… more»

Rare and Spotless: 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz

By the late 1950s, Cadillac was possibly getting close to the peak of its powers. Many people aspired to own a Caddy, and their extrovert styling meant having one parked in your driveway told the world that you were… more»

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