Though Ford’s series of light-duty pickup trucks, the F-Series, had been around since 1948, the F-100 was upgraded to the F-150 in 1975. That increased the basic truck’s payload capacity and the F-150 has dominated industry truck sales ever… more»
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Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Genuine Winters ZL-1: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
Some classics possess the “wow” factor courtesy of exceptional preservation or a meticulous restoration, while others achieve it by virtue of their mechanical specifications. This 1969 Chevrolet Camaro falls comfortably into the second category because its engine bay houses… more»
Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Desert Survivor! 1969 Datsun 1600 Roadster
Logging the acceleration of the Japanese motorcar industry in the 1960s is a reminder of a competitor that seemingly came out of the blue. Of course, progress wasn’t a straight line: things started haltingly over at Datsun in the… more»
Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 34 Comments
89,000 Mile Survivor: 1956 Buick Special Two-Door Hardtop
One of the saddest aspects of our hobby is the preponderance of trailers and antique automobiles being shipped to events. While I understand the inner desire to win a trophy, those who are insulated from experiencing what it is… more»
Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Jeeves, Fetch My Wheels: 1995 Bentley Continental R
Tipster TJ lobs a softball at us, tempting the “Grey Poupon” joke to roll off the keyboard. I’m not biting, though it’s hard to resist when you’re looking at a luxury barge called a 1995 Bentley Continental R. Somebody… more»
Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Gullwing Doors Your Thing? 1974 Bricklin SV-1
One of 147. It’s not some kind of Ferrari, is it? Not quite, though the car in question has unique lines and sporting pretensions, and it’s rare. It’s a 1974 Bricklin SV-1, and it comes to us via an… more»
Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
California Truck: 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
This 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is attracting decent bids despite being an early model project. The 80-Series is riding a bit of a roller coaster right now, with a big run-up in prices during the pandemic as consumers began… more»
Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
No Rust, Just Dirty: 1972 VW Beetle Convertible
“No rust, just dirty…very solid!” That’s how the seller describes this 1972 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible. I’d like to know the story behind this Bug and why it has been sitting and accumulated all of that dust for so… more»
Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Put An LS In It Part II: 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Like the famous background cry of “Play All Night” as heard on the Allman Brothers Band’s 1971 recording “At Fillmore East”, we still get suggestions of “Put an LS in it” anytime the question of a needed re-engine rears… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Recently Restored: 1972 Chevrolet K10 Pickup
With classic Pickups remaining a hot ticket in the market, it is common for the right vehicle to attract considerable attention. That makes this freshly restored 1972 Chevrolet K10 an interesting proposition. Following an unsuccessful auction, it was recently… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Barn Find Fifties Custom: 1940 Ford Convertible
The Grand National Roadster Show is this weekend in Pomona, California. This amazing exhibition of around 500 hot rods and custom vehicles has been wowing fans of beautiful automobiles since 1950 in the heart of West Coast hot rod… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Yellowstone Park Bus: 1924 White 15-45 Touring
Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872, covers parts of Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. Much of its growth and success tracks with the advent of the automobile, which led to more visitors. Touring buses became popular in the early 20th… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 51 Comments
Stored For Years: 16K Mile 1977 Chevrolet Vega
“No matter where you’re going or what you’re doing, you’ll have fun with a Vega. Because Vegas are just plain sporty, spunky, tough exciting cars. They give you the time of your life for a lot of years.” So… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Highly-Original Beige Beauty: 1986 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
“Remember, they are only original once.” That’s how the seller of this impressive Jeep ends his sales pitch. Sure, it’s a cliche, but to car nerds like me who love original, unmolested survivors, it’s a comment that won’t make me… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Acres of Studebaker Cars, Trucks, and Parts
If you drive up to Sonora, California, you’ll find a graveyard of nothing but Studebakers, largely from the 1950s and 1960s. The owner’s father began a love affair with the vehicles in 1959 and – since then – more… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
13K Original Miles: 2009 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG
The Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG SUV is a vehicle that I’ve been enamored by for many years. I had the chance to drive one that a friend had on a loan from a dealer that had a black G55 under… more»
