It can often be a case of mistaken identity. Many people would refer to this 1966 Imperial Crown Coupe as a Chrysler, but the reality was that Imperial was a separate luxury brand within the Chrysler empire at that… more»
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Aug 18, 2021 • For Sale • 38 Comments
Road Hog! 1969 Ford Galaxie XL 429 Cobra Jet
By 1969, the Ford Galaxie 500 was a large, stylish coupe with engines to go with it. We don’t know whether or not this one was originally equipped with a 429 cubic-inch V8, but that’s what it has now…. more»
Aug 18, 2021 • For Sale • 3 Comments
396/4-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
If you like your classic cars with power to burn, vehicles like this 1969 Chevelle SS 396 were designed with you in mind. The Chevelle could be a meek and mild car that offered reliable and sedate family transport… more»
Aug 18, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Original 318: 1969 Dodge Dart GT Convertible
There’s a solid attraction for classic cars that can be driven and enjoyed while the owner tackles any restoration work. They offer instant gratification, but the opportunity for that person to place their mark on the vehicle. That is… more»
Aug 18, 2021 • For Sale • 35 Comments
No Reserve: 1977 Ford Mustang II Ghia
In the automotive world, timing can be everything. The 1st Generation Mustang created its own market niche, and buyers stampeded Ford dealerships in droves to secure a light and relatively compact car with stunning looks and the potential of… more»
Aug 18, 2021 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Pennsylvania Barn Find: 1971 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
Barn Finds come in all shapes and sizes, and their condition can vary widely. The owner of this 1971 Cadillac Coupe de Ville recently found it hidden in a Pennsylvania barn and has worked through the process of returning… more»
Aug 18, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Original Survivor? 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
When Chevy’s line of cars was redesigned in 1955, they added two new editions: the upscale Bel Air model and the Bel Air Nomad, a 2-door sport wagon. The latter was based in part on a 1954 Corvette show… more»
Aug 17, 2021 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Waiting For 57 Years: 1941 Packard Super-8 180
It’s funny, the second that I spied this 1941 Packard Super-8 Custom 180 I thought, “Looks like a mob staff car!” and then the opening line of the listing proclaims, “This model is often called the “Godfather Packard” as… more»
Aug 17, 2021 • For Sale • 39 Comments
SoCal Barn Find: 1958 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe
UPDATE – This Cadillac barn find has been relisted, but this time the seller has extracted it from the barn to photograph it. We now have a much better look at the car and its overall condition. It’s definitely… more»
Aug 17, 2021 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Movie Star Car: 1975 AMC Gremlin
AMC didn’t have deep pockets, so when the imported sub-compacts started to pick up sales steam in the late 1960s, what were they to do? AMC responded by taking its new Hornet and removing 12 inches from the mid-section… more»
Aug 17, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Hot Rod Ute! Modified 1957 Ford Ranchero
The story famously goes that a customer wrote to car companies about how they needed a car to go to church on Sunday, and carry farm equipment on Monday. The “ute” was born, and Chevrolet cornered the market with… more»
Aug 17, 2021 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Turbocharged! 1989 Pontiac Sunbird GT
The Sunbird was Pontiac’s sub-compact car between 1976-94. It was produced over 2 ½ generations, with the half being a facelift on the 1982-88 editions. The GT joined the line-up in 1986, powered by a 1.8-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine… more»
Aug 17, 2021 • For Sale • 114 Comments
428-CJ Ram Air: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Time can be kinder to some classic cars than to others, and it’s been pretty cruel in the case of this 1970 Mustang Mach 1. In its glory days, this was one of the most potent vehicles to wear… more»
Aug 17, 2021 • For Sale • 15 Comments
One Owner: 1973 Plymouth Road Runner
By 1973, tightening emission regulations were beginning to impact American performance cars. However, there were still some offerings in the market that offered respectable performance. The ’73 Plymouth Road Runner was one of these vehicles, and this one looks… more»
Aug 17, 2021 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Trailer Find: 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS
Chevrolet introduced the Super Sport in 1961 as a limited production performance car with loads of horsepower. For the next year, they elected to go with sporty good looks with a lesser emphasis on what was under the hood…. more»
Aug 17, 2021 • For Sale • 26 Comments
79k Original Miles: 1966 Lincoln Continental Convertible
I’ll let you in on a little secret; There’s nothing wrong with buying a classic car that offers a comfortable and luxurious motoring experience. After all, you work hard for your money, so why shouldn’t you enjoy the fruits… more»
