Solid Project: 1969 Ford Mustang

Ford performed three significant styling and engineering updates to its First Generation Mustang during its production run, most of which was to keep its iconic pony car looking fresh and to accommodate larger engines under the hood. The second… more»

Drive a Choo-Choo: 1986 Chevrolet El Camino

In a world where it seems everyone is in a tizzy about the amount of fuel burned, it is painful to see that a two-door, car-based pickup is absent from the American automotive market.  It seems like it would… more»

Original 318: 1963 Dodge W200 Power Wagon

Although Ford and General Motors models dominate the classic Pickup market, vehicles from other manufacturers generate significant interest when they are offered for sale. This 1963 Dodge W200 Power Wagon is a perfect example because it has attracted an… more»

Barn Find Flathead: 1935 Ford Series 48 Tudor

I got a chuckle from the seller’s opening line for this 1935 Ford Series 48 Tudor which states, “A true barn find. This car was bought from the defendants of the original buyers from a southern Colorado ranch“. I… more»

340 V8 Survivor: 1971 Plymouth Road Runner

Plymouth’s “budget” muscle car, the Road Runner, was treated to its first redesign in 1971. And – as a nod to changing demand in the performance sector – Chrysler’s 340 cubic inch small-block V8 became available in the auto… more»

Swedish Barn Find: 1973 Saab 96

“It’s about time you thought about Saab. Mainly because we’ve been thinking about you since we built our first car in 1950. Thinking about you is part of our heritage.” So says a brochure showing the early Saab lineup…. more»

Unmodified 2002 Subaru WRX Turbo Wagon

“A casual glance will not reveal the soul of the WRX. It was not designed by some stylist to elicit a response that says look at me, I’m a supercar. It was designed by engineers to win in the… more»

Restored W-30 Clone? 1970 Oldsmobile 442

The 442 (or 4-4-2) was Oldsmobile’s entry into the 1960s mid-size muscle car market. And it would remain a fixture there through the end of rear-wheel-drive in these hot cars (1987). Its name is commonly considered an abbreviation for… more»

Limited Production! 1957 Pontiac Safari Transcontinental

Anyone who’s a fan of 1950s automobiles will remember the Chevrolet Nomad, the 2-door “sport wagon” decked out in Bel Air trim. But they sometimes forget the Nomad’s GM cousin, the Pontiac Safari which sported Star Chief appointments. Unlike… more»

Factory 454-Powered 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Hitting dealer lots for the first time as a 1970 model, Chevrolet’s timing for their new Monte Carlo couldn’t have been much better.  As the new decade arrived, the writing was already beginning to appear on the wall for… more»

Turbo Diesel 5-Speed: 1992 Dodge Ram W250 Club Cab

In the world of vintage pickup trucks, a sure-fire way to make your money back after using a rig for a few years is to buy one equipped with the Cummins turbodiesel under the hood. The lineup of 1980s… more»

Pair of 1984 AMC Eagles

American Motors was always out to create new products on a shoestring budget (because they had to). A case in point is the AMC Eagle which was based on the compact Concord, borrowing 4-wheel-drive infrastructure from Jeep which became… more»

Ex Highway Patrol! 1985 Dodge Ramcharger 4X4

Imagine, what if…What if Jake and Elwood had this 1985 Dodge Ramcharger 4X4 instead of their ’74 Monaco? Well, they could have run over a lot more stuff, with ease, but they probably wouldn’t see 125 MPH while haulin’… more»

Dual-Quad 409: 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS

Determining the most significant quality of some classics can be more challenging than for others. Take this 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS as an example. It presents superbly, with no rust or other problems. The mechanical configuration is the most… more»

One Owner: 1978 Mercury Marquis Brougham

“Marquis Brougham gives you elegance in styling and much more. Beyond its handsome exterior and plush interior, beyond its recognition for roominess and six-passenger comfort, it is steeped in amenities that make it a pleasure to own and drive.”… more»

A Good First Restoration Project: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette

Did anyone ever build Estes rocket models as a kid?  Emblazoned prominently on the kit was the skill level of the model, from one to five.  One was a model that you glued fins on and launched, while skill… more»

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