The Chrysler Cordoba seemed to have a promising future when it was introduced as a 1975 model, back in the days of a thriving personal luxury coupe market, but by ’78 sales were declining and the Ricardo Montalban endorsed… more»
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Dec 24, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
50k-Mile 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Car
In a period when downsizing was the norm and cars measuring over 19 feet long were fading fast, Lincoln proved there was still demand in the late seventies for a large sedan delivering 13 MPG, or 15 with the… more»
Dec 24, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Ancient Electric Car: 1920 Auto Red Bug
One of the most popular topics in the news today is electric vehicles. Regardless of where you stand on the issue, we can all agree that every vehicle has at least one scenario where it is the right tool… more»
Dec 24, 2023 • For Sale • 76 Comments
Rare X-11 Trim: 1982 Chevrolet Citation
The Chevrolet Citation was a moonshot for GM that ended up becoming little more than a footnote in its history. Introduced as a potential import fighter in the economy car class, the Citation was a front-wheel drive economy car… more»
Dec 24, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Donation Car: 1990 Cadillac Allante
When a car slides down the slippery slope of going from expensive luxury car to cheap project, it raises all sorts of questions: was it a garbage car to begin with? Was it unfairly maligned from new? Or is… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 31 Comments
1983 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Brougham
“You went through the school of hard knocks. So you know a smart buy when you see it. This one is right at home.” That makes little sense unless you know that the brochure photo related to this 1983… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 50 Comments
Concept Or Custom? 1974 AMC Gremlin Convertible
American Motors rolled out the Gremlin in 1970 as a counterattack to the onslaught of small imports. And the new subcompacts from Chevy and Ford. It was based on the Hornet compact with 12 inches removed from the wheelbase… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Top Shelf Toyota! V12 1997 Toyota Century
The perfect present for the car enthusiast who has “everything,” this immaculate 1997 Toyota Century could be the most unusual car in your neighborhood. The Irmo, South Carolina classic boasts a V12 engine and enough buttons and wood trim… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Delivery Sedan Project: 1957 Chevrolet 150
During the Tri-Five era of Chevrolets, you could order a Delivery Sedan. It was a 2-door 150 station wagon with no side windows. My uncle had one of these for his bakery business, a 1957 hauler like the one… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Fuel Injected 302: 1969 Ford Mustang
This 1969 Ford Mustang is a tidy driver with a few upgrades to improve its performance. Chief amongst these is a fuel injection system that should give this classic pony car more, er, ponies. It isn’t perfect, but it… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Former Patrol Car: 1958 Studebaker Champion
The Champion was often the “bread and butter” car in the Studebaker lineup and was in production from 1939 to 1958. In later years, it played second fiddle to the better-equipped Commander and President models. This 1958 Champion looks… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Very Well Preserved: 1957 Jaguar Mark I
Although the Jaguar Mark I has often been derided as a warm-up for the more advanced Mark II, it’s a darned good car in its own right. What we have here is a 1957 Jaguar Mark 1 Saloon (sedan)… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Iconic Original: 1970 Datsun 240Z
Ninety percent original paint. Kilimanjaro White color. The classic lines now being reinterpreted on a new car once more called the Z and shown at the LA Auto Show this year. That’s what you get for a current bid… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Cadillac for Model A Money: 1927 Cadillac 314
After a long trend of declining prices, Ford Model As are starting to bring good money again. While a Model A is a perfect car for those who want to dip their tow in antique automobile ownership, there are… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
European Traveler: 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 S
The Mercedes 220 S was in production from 1956 to 1959, replacing the similar 220 a. The cars were considered small, German-built luxury sedans, coupes, and convertibles powered by an inline-6 engine. This 1958 edition was a one-owner car… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Assortment of 1970s, 1980s and 1990s Vehicles
This collection is newer than most you find. Rather than focusing on the 1950s or the 1960s, this bunch is no older than 44 years. And as new as 24 years. There seems to be no rhyme or reason… more»
