Sun Baked: 1962 Mercury Meteor V8

Wow, coulda used some sunscreen! This 1962 Mercury Meteor has seen more than its fair share of time soaking up the UV rays in Perris, California. Though it looks like it has been left for dead, looks can be… more»

Primer Project: 1965 Buick Skylark

The Buick Skylark has long been one of the most underappreciated mid-size classics of the 1960s, and project cars like this 1965 Buick Skylark, listed here on craigslist out of Avoca, Pennsylvania, present an opportunity to get into a… more»

Cheap L82 Project: 1980 Chevrolet Corvette

While the 1980 model Chevrolet Corvette may not be among the most desirable from the C3 era, the fiberglass body was still looking good, even though performance was down compared to some of the earlier offerings.  Both the front… more»

Rare Project: 1955 Plymouth Plaza Business Coupe

Plymouth may not always get the spotlight in classic car circles, but every so often a unique body style surfaces that reminds us of the brand’s place in postwar automotive history. That’s certainly the case here with this 1955… more»

Rare Drop-Top: 1990 Buick Reatta Convertible

Luxury Convertibles are not a new phenomenon, with manufacturers like Cadillac having produced them for decades. However, Buick joined the party in 1990 when it launched the Convertible version of its Reatta. It didn’t prove to be a sales… more»

Still Working the Ranch: 1947 International KB5 Dump Truck

Just nine months from now, the American Truck Historical Society national convention will commence in Springfield, Missouri. We already profiled a Dodge D500 needing a bit of work but certainly acceptable as-is for ATHS. If you really want to… more»

Original L76/4-Speed: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Convertible

If you’re like me and are suffering a severe midlife crisis, you will probably gaze longingly at this 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Convertible. Actually, forget the crisis, because this is just a beautiful classic that has scored itself… more»

T-Top Survivor: 1987 Nissan 300ZX

I’ve discussed in previous articles how cars from some eras have been treated as disposable items. Many cars from the 1980s suffered that fate, making their final journey to the scrapyard years ago. However, occasionally one surfaces that seems… more»

31k Original Miles: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am

There is often debate amongst enthusiasts regarding what constitutes a genuine survivor. Many will argue that the vehicle in question should be unmolested and unrestored, with no aftermarket modifications. If you subscribe to that school of thought, this 1977… more»

Rare Economy V8: 1969 Pontiac GTO

The 1969 Pontiac GTO was still the leader of mid-size muscle cars, but its position had been eroded by a swarm of competitors. Though overall sales topped 72,000 units in 1969, just 1,461 were built with the optional “economy… more»

Low-Rust Four-Stroke: 1968 Saab 96

I think that almost every country with a major stake in the auto industry has their equivalent of the timeless Volkswagen Beetle (okay, purists…Type 1), a car that is small, practical, and well-known to everyone who lives in that… more»

Basement-Bound 41 Years: 1952 Plymouth Suburban

Post-war Plymouth station wagons were known as Suburbans for nearly 30 years. Coincidentally, Chevrolet would employ the name at the same time, which had to be more than a little confusing to buyers. The seller has a 2-door Plymouth… more»

Vancouver Island Find: 1972 Ford Gran Torino

Last week, I covered this 1972 Ford Ranchero and noted how it was a significant departure from its ’71 predecessor. Today, I’d like to present, courtesy of Curvette, a 1972 Ford Gran Torino – A Ranchero upfront but a… more»

Stored Since The Disco Era: 1962 Chevrolet Impala

Carrying a facelift over the previous model year, Chevy’s top-of-the-line Impala had at least two things to boast about in 1962. One was a formal roof on the Sport Coupe, leaving the “bubbletop” to the Bel Air. And a… more»

Simply Stunning: 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T

When a seller states that a classic must be seen to be appreciated, it typically means that the vehicle in question is something pretty special. Such is the case with this 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T. From its Black-on-Black paint… more»

1 of 50: 1979 Chevrolet Corvette Caballista

C3 (1968 to 1982) Chevrolet Corvettes were a common sight back in their day. But what was not common was a Corvette Caballista, a customized ‘Vette with a neo-classic look from the 1930s. Only 50 were built over a… more»

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