Plastic Project: 1971 Saab Sonett III

While the Saab Sonett produced from 1970 through 1974 purports to be a Sonett “III”, it’s actually the fourth model made. The series began in 1955 with the launch of a roadster powered by a two-stroke motor, called the… more»

Last of the Real Packards:1956 Clipper Touring Sedan

The roots of the Packard Motor Car Co. date back to 1899. For much of its time in business, the company was known for producing high-quality vehicles. However, going into the 1950s, Packard found it increasingly hard to compete… more»

19k Mile Survivor: 1980 Mercury Monarch

The Mercury Monarch and its corporate cousin, the Ford Granada, aren’t typically compacts that have earned much of a reputation for taking home very many awards from car shows.  However, in terms of originality, this 1980 Mercury Monarch here… more»

“5600 Documented Miles”: 1993 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

I was a 15-year-old boy with a Mustang fixation when the ’93 Camaro was introduced, and my first impression was envy. With 275 horsepower under the hood and quarter-mile times flirting with the 13s, no Mustang could touch it…. more»

964 Driver: 1989 Porsche 911 Carrera

The Porsche 964-chassis 911 is one of those cars that exploded in value in the pandemic boom and actually hasn’t come back down to Earth in price. This seems to be fairly standard with air-cooled Porsches as a whole,… more»

Numbers-Matching Driver: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Winter might be fast approaching, but that doesn’t make it the wrong time to buy a classic Convertible. It provides an enthusiast time to learn the ropes with their new purchase before hitting the road for some top-down summer… more»

Boxy Beetle Alternative: 1969 Volkswagen Type 3 Wagon

While many at Volkswagen in the late fifties were likely in disbelief about how many Beetles they were selling, the handwriting was on the wall.  Sooner or later, customer tastes, government mandates, and the need to offer a diversified… more»

Worth The Asking Price? 1982 Mercedes-Benz 240 TD Wagon

Some classics rewrite the rule books courtesy of their extraordinary preservation level. They will typically command a premium price when they hit the market, but this 1982 Mercedes-Benz 240TD Wagon might set a new benchmark. There is no questioning… more»

408 Stroker: 1995 Ford Mustang GT

If not for its Harwood hood, it would be easy to classify this 1995 Ford Mustang GT as a sleeper. It is the only visible clue that there might be more to it than meets the eye. Lifting that… more»

Loads of Character: 1964 Dodge Power Wagon Crew Cab 4×4

While many people prefer to slip behind the wheel of a pristine classic, there is always something attractive about owning one that can be considered a survivor-grade vehicle. Such is the case with this 1964 Dodge Power Wagon 4×4…. more»

Museum Quality: No Reserve 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 D

Describing any classic as “museum quality” is bold and brave, but it might not be far off the mark with this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 D. It presents superbly and has a documented 20,500 miles showing on its odometer. If… more»

Still Swanky: 1959 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire

The roots of Armstrong Siddeley stretch back to 1902. A montage of shifting personalities, shifting product mandates (cars and aeroplanes), reorganized corporations, and finally, absorption by Rolls-Royce in 1966 punctuate the company’s timeline.  But the cars carried John Siddeley’s… more»

No Reserve Woody Wagon: 1987 Pontiac Safari

Anytime an auto is given a proper name, it’s a good indicator that the owner feels a very special bond, with this being more like part of the family instead of just another car.  With that being said, meet… more»

Buried 1988 Chrysler Conquest

Chrysler had a long-standing relationship with Mitsubishi, which also included an ownership stake. Beginning in the 1970s, Chrysler would often sell captive imports built by Mitsubishi in Japan. One of these cars was the Starion, which was most commonly… more»

Rare MTech 2 Convertible: 1992 BMW 325ic

Sometimes, you have to be a nerd with a passion for a certain model to understand why it would draw a higher sale price. The BMW E30 3-Series convertible is not a particularly notable car on its own, as… more»

1 of 34 5-Speeds: 1984 Jaguar XJS

There are some car enthusiasts who will only buy a car if it has three pedals, and I used to be part of this contingent. Over the years, however, I have softened on this a bit, learning to love… more»

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