There are small auctions happening all over the country on a given basis, far outside the glare of the big-ticket Mecum and Barrett-Jackson auction houses. While I wish we could sniff out all of these estate sales and local… more»
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Jul 5, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Thinning the Herd: Six Ford Cortina Mk IIs
A flock of six Ford Cortina Mk IIs is up for grabs in San Diego, California, basking in various states of completeness – with so many on offer, a prospective buyer will have no trouble piecing together at least… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Low-Mile Survivor: 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix
Classics from the 1970s spent years in the wilderness as potential buyers focused on earlier or later vehicles offering greater performance potential. However, they have grown new legs in the market as enthusiasts view them as an affordable way… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
None Finer: 1986 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Wagon
Claiming that any classic is the finest in existence is a bold strategy, but that is what the owner of this 1986 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Station Wagon suggests. There is no question that it presents beautifully, and it… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Factory Ford V8 Power: 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
The Tiger was a V8 derivative of the Sunbeam Alpine sports car. My first recollection of the car was the red Alpine driven by Secret Agent 86, Maxwell Smart, in the 1960s TV series, Get Smart. The Tiger got… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Two Owners, 454 Engine, and 62K Miles: 1986 GMC Suburban
“There is no substitute for cubic inches” was a phrase that my grandfather often repeated when it came to trucks in general and tow vehicles in particular. He was correct for the time. In the seventies and early eighties,… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Rare 4-Speed Project: 1969 Pontiac Firebird Sprint
The Sprint was an interesting twist on the popular Pontiac Firebird “pony car.” For example, in 1969, rather than using the 175 hp version of the 250 cubic inch OHC inline-six like other Firebirds, the Sprint’s version kicked out… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
1970 International Travelall 4×4 304 V8 4-Speed
What better vehicle for Independence Day than one made by a company known for manufacturing harvesting equipment for farmers to produce food for America and the world, not to mention making some of the most interesting trucks ever produced?… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Sunshine Yellow Convertible: 1987 Chevrolet Corvette 4+3
If you could build the perfect C4 Chevrolet Corvette, what would it look like? For me, this is the car I’d configure if you could still walk into the dealership and order one. The color is called “Sunshine Yellow”… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Numbers Matching Drop-Top: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T
The R/T (Road/Track) edition of several 1960s and 1970s Dodge products indicated you were in the company of a muscle car. The Charger R/T and Coronet R/T came with a 440 cubic inch V8 as standard equipment, while the… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Mostly Original: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula
The Formula edition of the Pontiac Firebird arrived in 1970 with the debut of the second generation of the popular “pony car”. It was a performance compromise between the base Firebird and the Trans Am. With muscle cars on… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Forest Find: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe
Before we get too far down the road on this 1968 Chevrolet Camaro coupe, let’s admit something: There’s really nothing worth saving here. This car is rotted from pillar to post, including the B-pillar, trunk, and quarters. The engine… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Survivor! 1991 Honda CRX Si
Honda’s CRX sprang from its Civic lineage in the same manner as the Prelude arose from the Accord: as a sporty alternative to its sedate, economical siblings. The snub-nosed hatchback was given a lively suspension, an economy engine, and… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
1-of-3: 1988 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit Cabriolet
When most people walk into a showroom to purchase a new car, price is often a governing factor behind their choice. They have a budget in mind but may splash a few extra dollars on options to enhance the… more»
Jul 3, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
One-Owner Pickup: 1988 Ford F-150
Classic Pickups typically enjoy a sense of presence courtesy of their physical size. However, the impact is heightened when someone orders their new purchase in a shade like the Black found on this 1988 Ford F-150. It is a… more»
Jul 3, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
34k Original Miles: 1977 Cadillac Seville
Sometimes, a seller’s mileage claims for a classic don’t stand scrutiny. At others, the car is so beautifully preserved that it leaves little doubt. Such is the case with this 1977 Cadillac Seville. From its stunning exterior to its… more»
