Car Cornucopia: The Joop Stolze Dispersal Sale

Over the last year, we have been treated to several sales of large collections. Notable examples include the Palmen Barnfind Collection, and Rudi Klein’s Junkyard Collection. In about two weeks, Classic Car Auctions will complete a dispersal sale on… more»

Upgraded 350: 1964 Chevrolet Impala

Choosing to part with a car that has been part of your life for decades is never easy, especially when the vehicle in question is your first car that was purchased following your high school graduation. However, the seller… more»

32k Documented Miles: 1976 Buick Electra 225 Limited

If luxury and low mileage sit at the top of your Wish List for a classic car, this 1976 Buick Electra 225 Limited deserves more than a passing glance. It presents extremely well for a survivor of this vintage…. more»

Unrestored Survivor? 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary

Pontiac threw a party in 1979, and the Trans Am was the guest of honor. Ten years had passed since the badge first graced a Firebird, and the company celebrated by releasing a 10th Anniversary Edition. It featured unique… more»

Nicely Optioned: 1967 Pontiac GTO

Purchasing a classic car sometimes involves compromise, especially if the two driving factors behind the search are performance and comfort. Muscle cars are typically hard-edged vehicles, and this 1967 Pontiac GTO is no exception. However, the first owner ordered… more»

Dual Treasure Chest: 1962 Volkswagen Single Cab

The term “dual treasure chest” may not hold much relevance outside of industries that chase pirate booty, but in the Volkswagen world, it’s a big deal when it comes to old pickup trucks. This 1962 Volkswagen Single Cab pickup… more»

Somewhere East of Laramie: 1959 Buick Electra Hardtop

Give it to Ned Jordan; with his famous “Somewhere West of Laramie” ad for the sporty Jordan Playboy, he put the mythical romance of the American West on wheels and we car fanatics were the better for it. Another… more»

More Fun In The Sun: 1968 Ford XL Convertible

Last week, I penned this piece on a 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 convertible and waxed on about how it was one of my favorite Fords. Well, here’s another from my hit parade, a ’68 Ford XL convertible. This one,… more»

Last Year: 1983 AMC Concord DL Wagon

It’s hard to believe that AMC’s newly introduced Renault Alliance put the final nail in the coffin of the Concord line, but those little front-drive cars were more modern compared to the Hornet-based Concord, which went back to 1970…. more»

Rare Manual: 1994 Jaguar XJS

The appeal of finding a manual transmission in a car where it absolutely does not belong is hard to put into words. A luxo-barge, a commercial-grade truck, a forklift – whatever it is, if it should’t have three pedals… more»

Look! 3-On-The-Tree! 1973 Plymouth Satellite

When this car was new, there were probably few on the dealer’s lot like it. A 1973 Plymouth Satellite 2-door hardtop with gold paint and a white vinyl top – but with a Slant-Six engine and a “3-on-the-tree” manual… more»

Elvis Presley’s 1970 Cadillac Eldorado Guitar Car

Earning the prestigious title of The King Of Rock ‘N’ Roll is no small accomplishment, and not many musicians can claim they have a fan base the size of Elvis Presley.  Speaking of size, very few collectors can say… more»

BF Auction: 1976 Ford Gran Torino Brougham

This one could easily be titled, “Nicest One Left?” because it surely has to be the nicest 1976 Ford Gran Torino Brougham sedan on the planet. It looks as flawless to me as if it had been subjected to… more»

(Still) Affordable Exotic: 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1

Here’s a friendly reminder that the Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 remains one of the best performance car bargains of the modern era. When every other high-octane supercar from the early 90s has gone on to be a six-figure investment, the… more»

Jolly Green Giant: 1957 Cadillac Coupe de Ville

Some colors seem to defy age. That is the case with the particular shade of Green found on this Cadillac Coupe de Ville. This car may have rolled off the line in 1957, but similar colors graced cars produced… more»

Fun Cruiser: 1971 Buick Skylark

While condition, desirability, rarity, and performance are often cited as key selection criteria when choosing a classic to park in your garage, enjoyment should not only feature on the list, but it should be at or near the top…. more»

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