Mr. Pantera’s Car? 1974 DeTomaso Pantera

So, this 1974 DeTomaso Pantera belonged to Mr. Pantera, did it? Pantera, of course, being Italian for Panther. Well, if you did deep enough into the listing, the owner was actually some cat named Wallace Baldyga who was the… more»

Many Possibilities: 1934 Ford Three-Window Coupe

Although this 1934 Ford three-window coupe project here on eBay in Owatonna, Minnesota is in overall good condition, with plenty of recent work to make it even better, the chances are it’s going to end up chopped and channeled,… more»

Update: Rare And Cheap? 1981 Honda C70 Passport

UPDATE – This 1981 Honda C70 Passport is posted for sale again with a lowered asking price here on craigslist in Palmdale, California. The seller is now asking $695, $280 less than what it was listed for back in… more»

Custom Convertible: 1969 Volkswagen Type 3 Fastback

Over the years, air-cooled Volkswagens have been modified in many different ways. Some of these aftermarket creations made sense, such as the many varieties of kit cars built on top of VW chassis and powerplants like the Bradley GT… more»

Hot Rod Material? 1940s Willys, 1947 Panel Truck, 1951 Ford F-1

Here’s an interesting post, here on craigslist: two Willys – a 1940 and a 1941; one 1947 panel truck; and a 1951 Ford F-1 pickup looking for new homes. This is about as terse an ad as I’ve ever… more»

Beautiful Family Cruiser: 1941 Chevrolet

While there are certainly more appealing pre-war sedans (’40 Ford for example), this 1941 Chevrolet Special Deluxe is a really nice specimen. It appears to be nearly flawless and seems to be a great choice for someone who cares… more»

Surviving Showcar: 1957 Chrysler Ghia Super Dart 400

Although many show and concept cars end their days in a crusher when they’ve served their useful purpose, some manage to avoid that fate. Those remaining often return to show duty or a museum, but this 1957 Chrysler Ghia… more»

Bargain Bird: 1963 Studebaker Lark

Studebaker was struggling to survive in the early 1960s – a form of déjà vu all over again. The company had escaped financial ruin only a few years earlier when it merged with Packard. Well-heeled competitors Ford and Chevy… more»

Museum Find: 1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed-Head Coupe

If you’re like me, you don’t mind the idea of a classic car serving a stint in a museum. However, I prefer to see this as a short-term situation because most cars deserve to be driven and enjoyed as… more»

Ready to Roll: 1934 Studebaker Dictator

It is often said that timing is everything, which was undoubtedly the case with the Studebaker Dictator. When the company introduced the badge in 1927, the name had no negative connotations. By the time they pensioned it off in… more»

4-Seat Exotic: 1972 Lamborghini Jarama S Project

The 2+2 Italians are a chronically underappreciated lot, but if you follow this genre of sports cars, it’s not hard to see why traditional collectors vie away from them. You have all of the upkeep of a vintage Italian… more»

Rare Imported SUV: 1972 Suzuki LJ20V

The LJ20 was a small, Jeep-like Japanese vehicle that was seldom seen in the U.S. It came about as the result of an acquisition made by Suzuki in 1970. This 1972 edition appears to be a low-mileage survivor that… more»

Affordable British Project: 1967 Sunbeam Alpine

Choosing the right car as a project candidate can be a battle. Buyers need to balance what they can afford against what they are capable of restoring. That’s where cars like this 1967 Sunbeam Alpine fit into the equation…. more»

1965 Mercury Montclair Breezeway Z-Code 390 V8

The name for Mercury’s mid-level car in this era is said to be taken from a city close to the company’s new manufacturing plant in Mahwah, NJ. It’s a good thing they didn’t call this car a Yonkers. This… more»

1-of-19: 1953 Chrysler Special by Ghia

For some people, the Ghia name is immediately associated with a luxury trim level of some domestic Ford models. However, there is more to Carrozzeria Ghia than a mere badge because it has designed and produced bodies for concept… more»

Dirt Cheap: 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ

It is hard to argue that Pontiac did not start the personal luxury car craze with its introduction of the third generation Grand Prix in 1969. Pontiac’s fourth generation Grand Prix was built from 1973 to 1977 and sold… more»

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