The word “restrained” could never be used to describe the now-iconic 1959 Cadillac. With outrageous tail fins nearly as high as the roofline and twin rocket lensed taillights, it epitomized Detroit’s late 50s obsession with over-the-top, jet-age styling. But… more»
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May 17, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
383 Stroker Powered: 1968 GMC C-15 Sleeper
Both Chevrolet and GMC offered comparable versions of the same trucks from the C/K line which ran from 1960-2002. The “C” designation stood for 2-wheel-drive while “K” models were for 4-wheel-engagement. Commonly associated with pickups, the C/K series also… more»
May 17, 2021 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Solid Starting Point: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T
This 1970 Challenger has the Hi-Po version of the 383 big-block V8, which gave it an extra five horsepower. The car has also had a color change at some point from “burnt orange” (Hemi Orange?) to a bumble-bee sort… more»
May 17, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Low Mile Survivor: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe
While racing is said to improve the breed, NASCAR competitors and manufacturers have always found themselves in a unique situation. With drivetrain configurations effectively set in stone, manufacturers needed to think laterally to find the next unfair advantage. The… more»
May 17, 2021 • For Sale • 27 Comments
17k Genuine Miles: 1969 Chevrolet Nova SS 396
I’m sure that I’m not alone in wishing that it were possible to travel back in time. That would give us the chance to witness firsthand some of the most important events in World history. It would also allow… more»
May 17, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
426 Race Hemi: 1968 Dodge Charger
Parked in this workshop is a 1968 Dodge Charger that has a lot to offer its next owner. Every aspect of the vehicle presents beautifully, but it is what is hiding under the hood that sees this classic raise… more»
May 17, 2021 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Final Year Knucklehead: 1947 Harley-Davidson Model F
If I were a betting man, I would be willing to wager that the person who eventually buys this 1947 Harley-Davidson Model F will do their utmost to preserve it as an original survivor. It is easy to see… more»
May 17, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Fuel Injected 327: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
This 1963 Corvette Convertible is a tidy survivor ready to be enjoyed by a lucky new owner. It might not be 100% original, but the right buyer might be able to return it to that state. The owner has… more»
May 17, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Mom’s Turbo Barn Find: 1989 Ford Probe GT
The Ford Probe GT is a cheap classic that will likely continue to appreciate mildly as 80s hot hatches become both more desirable and harder to find. The Probe came in a few flavors, with the later models equipped… more»
May 16, 2021 • For Sale • 7 Comments
7K Original Miles: 1996 Chevrolet Impala SS
Lately, I find myself watching the chase scenes from the original version of The Blues Brothers, which then prompted me to research just how realistic the scenes were that depicted the Dodge Monaco edging past 100 miles per hour… more»
May 16, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
1987 Oldsmobile 442 With 7,000 Genuine Miles!
The 1987 model year marked the end of an era for American performance car enthusiasts. It would mark the final for production of the Oldsmobile 442 in rear-wheel-drive form. The company would revive the badge in 1990 and attach… more»
May 16, 2021 • For Sale • 3 Comments
All Original: 1948 Harley-Davidson EL Panhead
This 1948 Harley-Davidson EL has recently been liberated from a private collection, and the owner has returned it to a state where it runs and drives. The buyer will need to make a few choices. It appears that getting… more»
May 16, 2021 • For Sale • 20 Comments
4X4 5-Speed! 1994 Jeep Cherokee
A Jeep Cherokee XJ, like this 1994 example is one of my favorite cars. I owned one for twenty-six years and drove it 325K miles – it never let me down! They’re primitive but functional vehicles. An everyday sight… more»
May 16, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Supercharged V8: 1988 Ford Mustang LX
As the values of 1st Generation Mustangs continue to skyrocket, many enthusiasts have turned their attention towards the Fox-Body examples. These were a sales success when they were new, and good examples generate plenty of interest when they hit… more»
May 16, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
428 V8 Project: 1969 Ford Torino Cobra
The Torino name was poised to replace the Fairlane, but it was a gradual phase in beginning in 1968. Things got hotter the next year with the introduction of the Cobra, in hardtop and “Sportsroof” body styles (the latter… more»
May 16, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
383/4-Speed: 1967 Plymouth Belvedere
For many classic car enthusiasts, one of the questions to answer when planning to restore a car is whether to make it show quality or driver quality. This car has received many upgrades to the mechanics and interior, but… more»
