American Classic Cars

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Patio Find: 1979 Chevrolet Corvette

It can be fascinating to reflect on the past, especially if given a specific time frame. Let’s take twenty-five years as an example. In that time, I’ve changed careers, changed cars (several times!), and now reside in a different… more»

Color Mystery: 1957 Ford Thunderbird

Like most people, I love a good mystery. Whether it is part of a good book or life itself, there’s nothing more satisfying than unraveling something that has caused others to ponder endlessly. That is one thing I find… more»

No Reserve: 1987 Chevrolet K5 Blazer

The market for GM “squarebody” trucks is hotter now than ever, and this shiny, low-mileage, fuel-injected example is up for bids with no reserve here on eBay out of Alabama. Hurry, though, because it’s only got one more day… more»

1999 Plymouth Prowler with 8,050 Genuine Miles!

For many people, purchasing a new car will represent the second largest financial investment they will make after the family home. Most will approach the matter logically to ensure they secure a vehicle that best suits their needs. They… more»

C-Code Project: 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback

The Ford Mustang was the sales phenom of 1964-66, with more than 1.3 million copies rolling off the assembly lines. The fastback model would debut for the full 1965 model year and see 77,000 units built over 12 months…. more»

Factory 401! 1978 Jeep Wagoneer

Called “The champagne of 4-wheel drives” by Road & Track (August 1978), Jeep’s Wagoneer offered wagon-like style on a rugged four-wheel drive truck chassis well before that formula appeared everywhere. This 1978 Jeep Wagoneer outside of Evans, Colorado shows… more»

Flathead V8: 1936 Ford “Humpback” Sedan

With their redesign in 1935, Ford’s sedans were offered with a “trunkback” or “humpback” integrated trunk which provided more luggage capacity than before. But the more traditional “flatback” style was still offered. This level of styling would run across… more»

350 V8 Six-Pack: 1957 Chevrolet “El Camino”

If you wanted a so-called “gentleman’s pickup” (car-based) in 1957, you’d have to shop at your Ford dealer as the new Ranchero was the only game in town. Chevrolet didn’t follow suit until 1959 when they redesigned their cars… more»

Rare Barnette Ambulance: 1949 Pontiac Sedan Delivery

Well, this one certainly threw me a curve! I wasn’t sure exactly what it was or was supposed to be. It’s a 1949 Pontiac that has been converted into an ambulance but it really looks too short for that… more»

First Year Mark! 1956 Continental Mark II

Synonymous with luxury, the Lincoln Continental spanned through ten generations of cars, and while it took a pause here and there the Continental nameplate ultimately lasted until just a couple of years ago when it was put to rest… more»

1947 Mercury Eight Movie Car with a 350

Yep. that’s Harvey Keitel on the right, one of my favorite character actors, and he drove this ’47 Mercury Eight 4-Door Town Sedan in the 1994 movie, Imaginary Crimes. The car comes with memorabilia from the movie and can… more»

1 of 1,000: 1986 Buick Skyhawk T-Type

What do you get when you take an ordinary 1980s Buick Skyhawk and drop in a turbocharged engine with a tuned suspension? The Skyhawk T-Type, a compact cousin to the larger and more well-known Grand National. The seller offers… more»

Upgraded V8: 1980 Pontiac Trans Am

By 1980, the classic American pony car may not have been dead, but it had undoubtedly seen better days. Ford had recently introduced its new Fox-Body Mustang, but the sole V8 for that model year was a wheezing and… more»

One Owner: 1972 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Had it not been for a stint left exposed to the elements, this 1972 Mustang Mach 1 may have remained a rust-free survivor due to spending most of its life undercover. However, it hasn’t deteriorated beyond the point of… more»

49-Year Barn Find: 1964 Studebaker Daytona

In 1959, Studebaker needed a new car to help stave off the Grim Reaper. And it arrived in the form of the compact Lark, which would stick around through the end of Stude production in 1966. However, the Lark… more»

Open To Offers: 1970 Ford Bronco

The First Generation Ford Bronco is becoming less affordable with each passing day, so finding one where the owner has set a price but is willing to consider offers is rare. That is the case with this 1970 model,… more»

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