Stored 50 Years: 1937 Packard Six

The Packard Six was a series of automobiles built between 1913 and 1947. In 1937, the Series Six Model 115 was introduced with a 237 cubic inch  L-head engine to compete against Oldsmobile and DeSoto in a similar size,… more»

Posh Potential: 1961 Buick Electra 225 Convertible Project

Buick was an enthusiastic entrant to the  Jet Age “fins and fancy” contest of the 1950s and early 1960s. The Skylark, Le Sabre, Invicta, and Electra were worthy candidates. These last three designs were generated by Bill Mitchell, new… more»

Stunning Barn Find: 1968 Shelby Cobra GT500KR Convertible

I’d be willing to wager that every Barn Finds reader dreams of the day when they open the creaking door of some shed or barn to strike automotive gold. That didn’t specifically happen with this 1968 Shelby Cobra GT500KR… more»

Stalled Restomod: 1947 Ford De Luxe

Before World War II, Ford last reworked its automobiles in 1941. That design was in place in 1942 when all domestic auto production was halted to shift efforts to the war campaign. When output resumed in 1946, the cars… more»

Warehouse Find: 1932 Ford Deluxe Victoria

This 1932 Ford Deluxe Victoria is a stunning classic that was stored in a warehouse for eight years. The seller acknowledges their collection is too big and has made the difficult decision that the Ford needs a new home…. more»

“Mechanic’s Special”: 1955 Chevrolet 210

While the 1955-57 Chevy Bel Air Nomad wagon would become iconic due to its styling, it was not the only 2-door wagon built by Chevrolet. Without the sports roof styling, the Handyman in 150 and 210 trim was also… more»

50-Year First Owner: 1972 Datsun 240Z

I was 15 when the 240Z was introduced. I remember vividly seeing my first Z, an orange one just like this, that a neighbor had bought. I couldn’t believe it was a Datsun, who like other Japanese automakers (save… more»

Spotless Driver: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette

Many enthusiasts believe the 1972 model year was a landmark for the C3 Corvette. Apart from pointing to the chrome bumpers, they think the company’s engineering changes for the following year removed some of the Corvette’s hard-edged performance. Our… more»

Old-School Cool: 1954 VW Beetle

I don’t know much about Beetles, so don’t expect crack expert analysis on every square centimeter of this 1954 VW Beetle, available on eBay with three days to go and the bid at $11,300. But I do know originality… more»

Need a Holiday? Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 Has You Covered

“You need a holiday.” That’s what I’d tell myself every day when I walked out to the garage to worship this 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 Holiday Coupe. The car is available here on craigslist for an asking price of… more»

Original Paint: 1968 Oldsmobile 442

By 1968, the Oldsmobile 442 had graduated from an option package to a standalone model in its own right. It offered genuine muscle car performance wrapped in a package that was more comfortable and conservative than its perceived competition…. more»

Demolition Derby: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

The Malibu Sport Coupe was the biggest seller in the Chevelle intermediate series of cars sold by Chevrolet. More than 300,000 copies were produced in 1969 alone, comprising 60% of the total inventory. This ’69 Malibu was a fairly… more»

Right-Hand-Drive: 1992 Suzuki Cappuccino

No, it’s not a cup of coffee! The Cappuccino was a 2-seater roadster built by Suzuki in Japan from 1991-98. It was designed to meet Kei (microcar) standards for lower taxes and insurance in its homeland. The car weighs… more»

Spring Sports Edition: 1971 Ford Mustang Convertible

Want one of the last-of-the-first generation Mustangs, and a convertible to boot? This is your chance to score one, as this 1971 Mustang Convertible Spring Sports Edition is available for sale here on eBay for a current bid over… more»

Tough Toyota: 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser

While it is hard to imagine today, Toyota’s success in the US market was hard won.  Early Toyotas were as different from American cars as can be imagined.  However, two things worked in the company’s favor: a gas crisis… more»

Highly Original! 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

As lawn ornaments go, it’s hard to beat a sharply dressed, nearly all-original big block Chevelle. By 1968, America’s classic muscle car phenomenon reached a rolling boil, and Chevy’s hot Chevelle SS represents one of the best and most… more»

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