Final Act: 1988 Pontiac Fiero GT

Pontiac’s Fiero debuted in lackluster fashion, saddled with the long-derided “Iron Duke” four-cylinder motor that couldn’t cash the checks the racy body wrote. Like all things General Motors, they finally got the recipe right and then torpedoed the Fiero… more»

302 V-8: 1985 Ford Thunderbird

Being of fan of the 1977 to 1979 and the 1980 to 1982 Thunderbirds, it took a while for me to warm up to the 1983 to 1986 Thunderbirds. I believe that is because I felt the Thunderbird was taking a… more»

Granny Car: 1989 Cadillac Eldorado

Whether it was the size, the style, or just time for the personal luxury car to say goodbye, we can only speculate, but the generation of Riviera/Toronado/Eldorado that was restyled in 1986 never sold as well as its predecessors…. more»

Swedish Unimog: 1979 Volvo Laplander

While it’s easy to think that the domestic Hummer brand or Mercedes’ Unimog contraptions were the only players in the military-rigs-for-the-street market, Volvo was no stranger to the off-road game as this nicely preserved Laplander shows. Otherwise known as… more»

5-Speed Drop Top: 1988 Ford Mustang GT

While there are times the Fox Body Mustang seems entirely old hat to me, certain examples just seem to epitomize why I never fully remove them from my potential project car list. While a notchback GT is the one… more»

Nearly Perfect: 1966 Pontiac Bonneville

Back in the sixties, we could count on American manufacturers updating the cars every year to provide a fresh take on a body style, even if it wasn’t time for an all-new body. The 1965 full-size Pontiac received a major… more»

1 of 250: 1988 Porsche 944 Celebration Edition

UPDATE – The seller has relisted this one here on eBay with no reserve! FROM 11/6/18 – The seller of this 1988 Porsche 944 Celebration Edition makes a good point: is there a better bargain in limited-production classic Porsches… more»

Last Colonnade: 1977 Oldsmobile 442

By the time that 1977 rolled around, there are many people who would say that the Oldsmobile 442 had become a shadow of the earlier versions, but it was still a solid and competent car, although it was now… more»

Chicken Barn Find: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am Y82

UPDATE – Bidding did not hit reserve the first time around so this chicken has been relisted here on eBay with no reserve! FROM 12/29/18 – When it comes to storage environments, a temperature and humidity controlled garage would… more»

Ready to Roll: 1960 Ford F-100

These old pickups have a great look to them, and although I admire the look of a nicely restored vehicle, I really love the appearance of vehicles that have obviously been used for their designed purpose, but don’t appear… more»

Amazing Survivor: 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

UPDATE – This beautiful Monte Carlo has now be listed here on eBay with a lower price and the option to make an offer. It’s still expensive, but where are you going to find a better one for less?… more»

Striking Gold: 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass W-31

The owner of his 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass holds all of the relevant paperwork which confirms the authenticity of this W-31, and to look at the car, it is a stunning looking vehicle. Personally, I would find it extremely hard… more»

Solid Project: 1964 Opel Kadett Sports Coupe

The Opel Kadett is one of those cars that could so easily have slipped from public consciousness if it hadn’t been for Top Gear UK. In the show’s 2007 Botswana Special, presenter Richard Hammond chose a 1963 Kadett 2-Door… more»

British Barn Find Hoard In Massachusets!

While I typically find Facebook Marketplace an overwhelming mashup of undesirable goods for sale, there are some legitimate gems hiding out in the classifieds section of the predominant social network. Take this collection of no fewer than 12 Triumph… more»

Argentinian Import: 1931 Ford Model A Phaeton Convertible

While it was initially listed as a 1931 model, the owner of this Model A Phaeton has gone to some considerable trouble to explain that it is actually a 1930 model, but has been titled as a 1931 model…. more»

See The USA Part Two: 1940 Plymouth Coupe

If you read my previous story, See The USA Part One: 1935 Plymouth, then you are aware of my goofy idea to purchase a prewar coupe, complete some period modifications, and head off across America.  Given that my bank… more»

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