Japanese Spec Superbike: 1984 Yamaha RZV500R

Made only for the Japanese market, this 1984 Yamaha RZV500R was created to pay homage to a similar motorcycle – the YZR500 – that well-known motorcycle Grand Prix racer Kenny Roberts rode to victory in the early-1980s. The seller… more»

Drop-Top Cruiser: 1970 Chrysler Newport

The Newport was Chrysler’s volume car in the 1960s and 1970s, with creature comforts on par with the Buick LaSabre or Mercury Monterrey.  The 1970 Newport convertible was the last drop-top for the model and one of the last… more»

54k Original Miles: 1976 Ford Pinto

For all of his character flaws and inflated ego, Lee Iacocca had a history of convincing his employers to produce the right car at the right time. Following his acrimonious departure from Ford, he helped save Chrysler from drowning… more»

Extreme 4×4: 1968 M274-A5 Military Mule

Not the stubborn kind – quite the opposite – here we have a Mechanical Mule. These were manufactured by several companies starting in 1956. Designed by Willys, the original intent was medical evacuation but their go-anywhere capabilities soon ushered… more»

Estate Find: 1957 Chrysler 300C Convertible

Some classic cars bring with them a fascinating history, and this 1957 Chrysler 300C Convertible is no exception. It has spent decades in storage, with its current owner purchasing it to settle the original owner’s estate. They elected to… more»

Wild Kustom? It’s Up to You: 1985 GMC Jimmy

  Warning: this is not going to be a reasoned analysis of all things GMC Jimmy, so if your whole life is that truck, you’re probably not going to find this all that interesting. Rather, it’s a thought experiment… more»

Crudded-up Classic: 1973 Volkswagen Bus Camper

If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all. That was one of my grandmother’s favorite sayings, and it kinda applies to this 1973 Volkswagen Camper Van. The van waits in Dermotte, Indiana for its new owner… more»

Five-Oh Cruiser: 1968 Big Block Dodge Coronet

OK, all of you Adam-12 fans, if you ever wondered what happened to Pete Malloy and Jim Reed’s ’68 Dodge Coronet police cruiser, here it is! Though it’s probably not their car but it’s similar to the unit that… more»

At 41K Original Miles, This 1979 Camaro Z28 Is Stylin’!

Remember those pesky changes with emissions standards in the 1970’s that caused our most beloved cars to become mere shells of their former selves? It’s hard to forget, no matter how hard we try. Well, Chevrolet hit the drawing… more»

Needs Only Minor Cosmetics! 1971 Honda Z600

In the early 1960s, Honda, by then masterful with motorcycles, decided to turn its hand to making vehicles. The first was a tiny truck that it sold only in Japan. From there, it vaulted to passenger cars, and by… more»

400/4-Speed: 1975 Pontiac Trans Am

The 1975 model year brought one of the most significant styling changes for Pontiac’s Second Generation Trans Am. While most changes in the previous years had been confined mainly to bolt-on components, the 1975 Firebird range received a larger… more»

No Reserve: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette LT-1 Convertible

Returning this 1972 Corvette Convertible to its rightful place on our roads will take more than some rapid spanner twirling over a single weekend. The seller admits it requires a total restoration, but buying it now could allow some… more»

Fix and Drive? 1971 Buick Skylark Custom

The Skylark nameplate was part of the Buick portfolio for 46 years, beginning as a limited production luxury convertible on the early 1950s Roadmaster. It became the make’s mid-size offering for more than a decade between 1964 and 1974…. more»

Nicest One Left? 1965 Studebaker Daytona

By 1965, Studebaker was on life support. They had ceased producing cars in the U.S. the prior year and would call it quits in 1966. Which was a shame because Studebaker’s were solid, reliable cars back in the day…. more»

British Barn Find: 1963 Humber Sceptre

Show of hands if you know what a Humber is. I didn’t but I’m learning that there’s a whole lot of auto stuff that I don’t know about. But I’m certain that our esteemed readership includes a few who… more»

400/4-Speed: 1976 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

I’ve mentioned it before, but it often surprises me just how affordable some of the third-generation Chevrolet Corvettes still are.  Granted, there are plenty of them out there and it’s not hard to find one for sale at any… more»

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