One of many British “cottage manufacturers” of the 1950s was Turner — but they were more successful than most, producing around 600 giant-killer sports cars that can be found racing even today. One 1958 Turner 950S that needs completion… more»
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Jun 5, 2019 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Not Going to Finish It: 1978 AMC Pacer
The seller of this 1978 AMC Pacer sounds like he has project fatigue, a point we can all relate to given the trials and errors of restoration. The car needs a fair amount of work, both cosmetic and mechanical,… more»
Jun 5, 2019 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Big Fins, Big Price: 1959 Cadillac Convertible
I’m a huge fan of the finned Cadillacs, especially in convertible form. The massive fins are as cool as they are ridiculous. And of course, you can’t beat the build quality and comfort of the late ’50s Cadillacs. With… more»
Jun 5, 2019 • For Sale • 39 Comments
Incredible! Sutter Family Car Collection Auction
As auctions of family collections go, the Sutter family auction here on orbitbid.com may have the shiniest and most hopeful-looking set of vehicles ever. The 50-year collection includes a number of one-owner and all-original cars including some sub-100 mile… more»
Jun 5, 2019 • Auctions • 23 Comments
BF AUCTION: 1955 Chevrolet NAPCO Ending Soon!
When it comes to classic trucks, few are as rare or interesting as the early factory optioned NAPCO GMs. While you could order a 4×4 system directly from NAPCO and install it on any truck, part way through 1955… more»
Jun 5, 2019 • Stories • 59 Comments
Exploring the Yanks Air Museum Boneyard
We’re all familiar with the idea of old cars going off to the scrap-yard when they’ve reached their “use by” date. Whenever we board a plane headed off on a holiday jaunt, how many of us think about what… more»
Jun 5, 2019 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Spotless Restoration: 1971 Pontiac GTO Judge
I guess that if you are thinking about buying a serious classic car, then a car from the last year of production of a particular model would have its attractions. That is precisely what we have here, with this… more»
Jun 5, 2019 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Nicely Preserved: 1989 Porsche 911 Cabriolet
The G-series of the Porsche 911 remains one of the more popular generations to buy, either as a project or a usable driver. In particular, enthusiasts like models like this with the smoother-shifting G50 manual gearbox. However, convertibles like… more»
Jun 5, 2019 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Caged Beast: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback
It doesn’t seem right to see a thoroughbred caged up, but that appears to have been the fate of this 1967 Mustang Fastback. However, the time has come to set it free, and the person to do that could… more»
Jun 5, 2019 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Scotty G’s Garage: 1984 Cadillac Seville
In another installment of Scotty G’s Garage, we bring you yet another unusual, somewhat awkward, somewhat ungainly, love-it-or-hate-it, business-in-the-front-party-in-the-back… wait, am I describing myself or this 1984 Cadillac Seville?! Unlike this car, I don’t really have a good side… more»
Jun 4, 2019 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Big Block Beauty: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
With 1972 marking the final year that the Corvette wore both front and rear chrome bumpers, they have become a firm favorite amongst Corvette enthusiasts. Throw in a one-year-only paint color, and you have a Corvette that is quite… more»
Jun 4, 2019 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Numbers Matching: 1968 Chevelle SS 396
There might be more than what meets the eye to this 1968 Chevelle SS 396. The automotive enthusiast selling it says it is a numbers matching car. He bought it in 2013 and has documented work done to it…. more»
Jun 4, 2019 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Herbie Tribute: 1977 Volkswagen Beetle
Classic automobile fans see “tribute” or “clone” cars all the time – some good, some not-so-good. This particular one is, in my opinion, one of the better ones, and it’s up for grabs here on eBay out of Sarasota,… more»
Jun 4, 2019 • For Sale • 6 Comments
12,100 Original Miles: 1996 Eagle Talon ESi
It’s not too often you find a compact coupe as the car of choice for an older adult who’s kept it under wraps all these years. Mercury Grand Marquis, Toyota Camrys, Ford Tauruses – those are the usual survivor-grade… more»
Jun 4, 2019 • For Sale • 30 Comments
44K Mile 429 Cobra Jet 1971 Ford Torino GT
I’m on the fence with white cars sometimes. It almost seems like it’s a copout to have a white vehicle when there are actual colors available but I think it looks great on this 1971 Ford Torino GT fastback…. more»
Jun 4, 2019 • Exclusives • 13 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1955 Packard Clipper Custom
Reader Thomas C’s Packard is one beautiful driver that’s ready to be enjoyed and shown off! It sure is an elegant classic and is loaded with creature comforts, including working AC. Thomas has enjoyed it for the past few… more»
