Rare 426 Wedge Wagon! 1964 Dodge 440

In 1964, the 440 was the mid-range “full-size” Dodge positioned between the 330 and Polara (sort of like the Bel Air between the Biscayne and Impala at Chevrolet). The seller’s sharp-looking example is a station wagon that comes off… more»

Stunning Transformation: 1967 Chevrolet Bel Air

It is sometimes difficult to visualize the transformation that is possible if a classic is treated with a healthy dose of TLC. However, this 1967 Chevrolet Bel Air proves what is possible, because it has gone from tired and… more»

1995 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 With 2,734 Original Miles!

Early C3 Corvettes equipped with a big-block under the hood are legends. They combine an iconic body with performance that is beyond impressive. Chevrolet’s C4 Corvette enjoyed a lukewarm reception from many motoring journalists because while it retained some… more»

Sports Car Collection: BMW 2002 and Nissan 240SX Auction

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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