The second half of the 1970s wasn’t particularly kind to Chrysler in terms of sales. The OPEC oil embargo had caught them off-guard as they continued to peddle large gas guzzlers. And the Dodge Aspen/ Plymouth Volare compacts had… more»
One of 527 Indy Pace Cars: 1995 Chevrolet Corvette
If you have your sights on a low-mileage sports car that has been garage-kept and pampered, then you should be looking in the classifieds for a Corvette. Specifically, a commemorative or pace car edition of some sort. Why? The… more»
High-End Driver: 1986 Buick Grand National
The muscle car sector had long been the preserve of firebreathing V8 until Buick rewrote the rule book with its Grand National. Part of the company’s Regal range, this new model tapped into the world of forced induction to… more»
Hangar Find: 1981 Pontiac Firebird Formula Survivor
Okay, I have to admit it. I’ve always been on the fence with Pontiac’s second-gen (’70-’81) Trans Am. I think it’s the body flairs, faux shaker hood scoop, the excessive pinstriping on the “Smokey” editions, and in many cases,… more»
Clean Cruiser: 1970 Ford Thunderbird
From its inception in 1955, within 15 years the Ford Thunderbird would transform from a 2-seat personal luxury car to one with seating for four and then a 4-door sedan with “suicide doors”. The 1970 model is notable for… more»
26k Original Miles? 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Some enthusiasts acknowledge that tackling a restoration or project build is not viable, setting their sights on purchasing a turnkey classic to park in their garage. This 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme could be an ideal candidate for those seeking… more»
BF Auction: 1956 Mercury Montclair
Choosing the best candidate for a project build can be challenging, with the decision often driven by the buyer’s budget and skills. Some enthusiasts want to dive into their build immediately, while others prefer to enjoy their new purchase… more»
No Reserve: 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis Colony Park
It can sometimes be challenging to decide when a classic has deteriorated beyond the point of no return. Views differ on the subject, and I expect that to be the case with this 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis Colony Park…. more»
Original Paint: 34k Mile 1970 Ford Custom 500
Choosing the right collectible automobile is often like kids picking their teams for kickball. Everyone wants the most desirable players first. Sometimes the vehicle, or player, you would pick last can surprise you. In the automotive world, four doors… more»
Cheap Project? 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
The seller of this 1957 Chevrolet feels his reduced price of $5,500 is a very reasonable exchange for all of the potential he’s seeing here, and with this price reflecting a reduction of five hundred dollars already plus the… more»
11K Mile: 1993 Ford Mustang Cobra SVT
There was a brief lull in the wave of Fox body Ford Mustang Cobras that came to market over the last few months, but here’s yet another example still practically new in the wrapper. With just over 11,000 miles… more»
Living Room Find? 1967 Sunbeam Alpine 289
The automotive hobby is massive, when you think about it, in terms of what people collect and the multitude of makes and models to choose from. However, that depth doesn’t really sink in until you see a car like… more»
Unrestored 1958 Lancia Aurelia B24S Cabriolet
Lancia’s Aurelia was a kaleidoscope of models, from the slightly frumpy B10 to the luminous Spider America. Not only did the sheet metal change, but Lancia was ever in self-improvement mode, tinkering around the edges of its unique solutions… more»