It is often said that if something appears too good to be true, it probably is. I don’t believe that to necessarily be true in the classic world, because we have all seen vehicles that have been cared for… more»
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Oct 29, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Rolling Shell: 1967 Ford Mustang GTA
Even though new competition had arrived in 1967 (Chevy Camaro, Pontiac Firebird, and Mercury Cougar), the Ford Mustang “pony car” was still a big seller. 472,000 copies rolled off the assembly line, with just 5% or 24,000 having the… more»
Oct 29, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
1967 Chevrolet Impala 396 4-Speed Convertible!
Here’s an interesting one, it’s a 1967 Chevrolet Impala convertible. Now, we’ve covered many ’67 Impalas over the years – and why not, GM’s entry-level division only assembled 575,000 in ’67. Parse it further and we find about 30,000… more»
Oct 29, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Bench Seat Project: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
Even though the Chevelle SS 396 was no longer a separate series after 1968, it continued to sell well. Some 53,600 of them were built in 1970 along with another 8,700 with the new SS 454 option. The seller’s… more»
Oct 29, 2024 • Auctions • 7 Comments
BF Auction: 1962 Ford F100 Custom Cab Unibody
Parting with a project build when the finishing line is in sight is never an easy choice, but it is one faced by the owner of this rare unibody 1962 Ford F100 Custom Cab Long Bed. Changed circumstances mean… more»
Oct 29, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Stalled Project: 1963 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk
The Gran Turismo Hawk (aka GT Hawk) was the final iteration of the Studebaker Hawk series that dated to 1956. Created in 1962, it was a personal luxury car that resembled the Ford Thunderbird (roofline) and Mercedes-Benz (front end)…. more»
Oct 29, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Safari Build: 1980 Avanti II
This 1980 Avanti II has been given a treatment we don’t often see with vehicles produced by this unusual American company. The Avanti underwent numerous transformations over the years, in both terms of styling and powerplants, but there’s no… more»
Oct 29, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Are Porsche Prices Too High? 1969 Porsche 912 Targa
One of the more amazing aspects of the collectible automobile hobby is Porsche prices. Like those pesky Chinese spy balloons, the going rate for upper-end 356 and 911 Porsches is in the stratosphere. That leaves many folks who don’t… more»
Oct 29, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Rockford Files Tribute Car: 1977 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
Chicken or egg? Do I own a ’74 Firebird Esprit because I like The Rockford Files, or do I like The Rockford Files because I like Firebirds? In seventh grade, I’d ride the bus home from school and watch old reruns… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Factory Stretch! 1970 Cadillac Fleetwood Series 75
In the days before “nine passenger” implied “giant SUV,” you could order a factory-stretched ride like this 1970 Cadillac Fleetwood Series 75. Keen-eyed Caddy fans will notice the ’69 grille on this Brandon, Florida classic, matched by ’69 tail… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Recent Restoration: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette
There are few better ways to photograph any Corvette than the “low-¾” angle. That approach typically accentuates the low and aggressive stance of these classics, which is one of the factors that immediately attracted me to this 1964 Coupe…. more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Pace Car Replica Project: 1977 Oldsmobile Delta 88
For the fourth time in the decade, Oldsmobile was chosen in 1977 to pace the field at the Indianapolis 500. The race edition of the Delta 77 Royale piloted by actor James Garner came with a Targa Top for… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Factory T-Tops: 1986 Dodge Daytona Turbo Z
The word “Daytona” conjures up thundering American V8s on sandy beaches or high banked ovals, but somehow it also seems at home on this sporty red hatchback from Dodge. Chrysler has always done its own thing, and when its… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Barn Find Beast: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9
I have said multiple times over the last year that I am swearing off major projects. As it stands, my last big restoration is nearing the proverbial finish line, which is the junkyard rescue 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Stored Since 1986: 1968 Dodge Charger Roller
When the company launched its “Dodge Rebellion” marketing campaign, the new Charger was at the forefront. The approach was to solidify Dodge as being the performance arm of Chrysler Corp. The Charger didn’t catch on at first in 1966-67,… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • Events For Sale • 10 Comments
Italian Smorgasbord: Auto E Moto d’Epoca
Every year, one of the largest swap meets in the world convenes in Italy, specifically Bologna after the show outgrew the confines of Padua’s fiera two years ago. Held over four days in October, Auto e Moto d’Epoca tempts… more»
