Classic Original: 1976 AMC Pacer

Yes, I’m the guy who wrote up a recent report on a 1970s Mercury Zephyr and tried to convince you that an orange four-door is worth collecting. Now here I am again with a 1976 AMC Pacer in mind… more»

Older Restoration: 1964 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible

Using a classic car as a daily driver is fraught with danger, but it can be impossible to resist. The seller purchased this 1964 Pontiac Bonneville around a year ago, intending to follow their usual practice of driving it… more»

Factory Sunroof! 1962 Porsche 356 B

The 356 has the distinction of being the first production car ever manufactured by Porsche, with its roots dating back to the late 1940s.  Over time, the car received some refinements, and in 1955 it was rebadged the 356… more»

Selling for a Friend: 1956 Continental Mark II

Regrettably, the collector car hobby is filled with scams and shady dealing.  Every deal has to be done with caution and skepticism.  Do the words “selling for a friend” cause the hair on the back of your neck to… more»

Red, White, and Blue: AMC Muscle Car Collection

In 1969 and 1970, American Motors offered five factory muscle cars that wore red, white, and blue paint schemes. That included two Americans, one AMX, one Javelin, and one Rebel Machine. The seller has collected all five, which may… more»

Restore or Preserve? 1958 Chrysler Saratoga

Classic cars that offer a range of possibilities usually attract interest, but that hasn’t been the case with this 1958 Chrysler Saratoga. Despite the fact it is a rock-solid driver that could be enjoyed immediately and has been listed… more»

Fast With Class: 1970 Buick Gran Sport Stage 1

I guess lots of us had friends in High School who drove cars cooler than ours that we envied, and with my low level on the cool chain, I was even proud on the days when my mom let… more»

NASCAR Impersonator: 1981 Buick Regal

Now, if you ever pictured yourself fixin’ to do some high bankin’, pulling a pass in the grass, or you just want to be Darrell Waltrip for a day, here’s your opportunity with this 1981 Buick Regal Winson Cup… more»

Back to the Future! 1977 Chevrolet Camaro

Thus 1977 Chevy Camaro was in the same family since new. It was tricked out in the 1980s, but the owner got into trouble, went to jail, and never came back. His parents recently had an estate sale, which… more»

A Brit with Oomph: 1972 Triumph TR6

In an automobile market long, long ago and not so far away, British roadsters were among the choices available for Americans with sports car desires.  Within these usually small, light, and agile drop tops was an outlier.  The Triumph… more»

Time Warp Wagon: 1976 Ford Custom 500

This beautiful 1976 Ford Custom 500 wagon is a nicely preserved specimen with under 70,000 original miles and excellent cosmetics. The Custom 500 wagon was previously known as the “Ranch Wagon” but the name changed towards the end of… more»

Western Sport Special: 1970 Dodge Challenger

Back in the day, automakers would offer special editions of some of their cars on a regional basis. For example, Ford had the California Special Mustang in 1967. And in 1970, Dodge had the Western Sport Special for its… more»

One Owner: 1976 Pontiac Astre Hatchback

And here, direct from the greatest depression that our auto manufacturers and their buyers ever endured is a 1976 Pontiac Astre. Listed on eBay, the car has been bid to just $1981, with no reserve. I have never met… more»

Mint Condition: 1968 Plymouth Fury III Hardtop

Describing the condition of any classic car as “mint” leaves a seller open to criticism. It doesn’t matter how well that vehicle presents, close inspection will almost invariably reveal flaws preventing the car from achieving perfection. However, that is… more»

Rare Survivor: 1962 Triumph TR3B

When Standard-Triumph finally moved to replace the TR3, which had been in production since 1955, the new TR4 struck some as less of a sports car than its predecessor. Its Italian design, wind-up windows, “normal” doors, and slightly improved… more»

Older Repaint: 1968 Dodge Charger R/T

Parting with a classic that has been part of your life for years can be heart-wrenching, but that is the decision made by the owner of this 1968 Dodge Charger R/T. They purchased the car in 1981, treating it… more»

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