Wheel Standing 1970 Plymouth Barracuda

In 1970, the Plymouth Barracuda transformed from a sporty compact to a full-fledged “pony car” thanks to a new E-body platform supplied by Chrysler. The changes were met with public enthusiasm and sales increased by 50% from the prior… more»

Oddball Truck: 1983 Ford/Dodge

What do you get when you cross a Ford CLT front end with a Dodge 3500 back half? You get this interesting hodgepodge truck that was built to pull a horse trailer. And what would you call it? A… more»

One Prior Owner: 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

The Monte Carlo was a newcomer to the personal luxury car scene in the 1970s. It was part Chevy Chevelle and part Pontiac Grand Prix. When GM redesigned its mid-size cars in 1973, the Monte Carlo was included, and… more»

Hard To Find: 1984 Volkswagen Scirocco

Here’s one you hardly ever see anymore, a second-gen 1984 VW Scirocco. Actually, a Scirocco of any year or gen is a seldom seen item anymore so it was a treat to find this very clean example. Located in… more»

Big Fin Driver: 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible

As the 1960s dawned and the styling trend of enormous fins faded into a distant memory, it impacted cars like the 1959 Cadillac more than most. Buyers paid a premium to slip behind the wheel of a ’59 Caddy… more»

Simply Stunning: 1971 Dodge Charger R/T

Dodge introduced its Third Generation Charger in 1971, with the new model signaling a significant change in styling. Gone was its predecessor’s Coke-bottle appearance in preference for what became known as “fuselage” styling. The pick of the bunch for… more»

Airflyte Project: 1951 Nash Rambler Convertible

The late 1940s brought increased interest in streamlined design, with a few auto companies taking the trend to an extreme. Nash was one of these, producing the “upside bathtub look” in several flavors – the Ambassador, the Statesman, the… more»

Solid Driver: 1971 Chevrolet K5 Blazer CST

Choosing a worthy candidate for restoration can prove challenging, and there are many factors for buyers to consider. If the new owner doesn’t possess highly-developed welding skills, one with minimal rust will generally be a priority. That makes this… more»

Garage Kept Since New: 1988 Toyota 4Runner

If you own or know of a clean first-generation Toyota 4Runner, you should probably increase the price in your agreed-upon value insurance coverage. These trucks are incredibly hot at the moment when found in unspoiled condition like this garage-kept… more»

Loads of New Parts: 1977 GMC BirchHaven Motorhome

There’s just one bid on this clean GMC Motorhome to $20,000, which means there was either no reserve or the reserve was quickly met. Officially known as a “BirchHaven” model, this 23 foot motorhome has been enjoying a resurgence… more»

Estate Sale Find: 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco 16V

This 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco is the desirable 16-valve spec model, which the seller is listing for sale on behalf of the longtime family owners. As he tells it, the car was bought ages ago by a deceased member of… more»

Worth a Gamble? 1973 Triumph Stag

O Stag, how did you fail me? Let me count the ways. The Triumph Stag was built with a V8 engine of Triumph’s own design. This proved fatal. Initially, the engine was fuel injected, but the result was unreliable… more»

Fuel Injected Big Block: 1967 Pontiac Firebird

It can sometimes be unwise to judge a book by its cover, which is the case with this 1967 Pontiac Firebird. It undeniably needs some cosmetic TLC, but a heart of pure gold beats beneath the tired exterior. The… more»

Micro Sports Car: 1943 (?) Crosley Hot Shot

Crosley Motors was a small, independent American manufacturer of subcompact cars (aka microcars). The company was active from 1939 to 1952, with a timeout during World War II. A runabout convertible called the Hot Shot was one of their… more»

1 of 260 Built: 1974 Plymouth Road Runner

Good things can come in small packages. In this case, a good thing came in a large enclosed transporter. The seller bought this ’74 Road Runner about five years ago, sight unseen, and had it shipped from Oregon to… more»

Luxury Car Gone WIld: Lincoln Mud Truck

Ever want a luxury car? Sure you have. Me too. Have you thought what you’d do with it? Drive it to dinner? Impress the valet at the symphony? That’s what the TV commercials and print ads would suggest you… more»

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