36k-Mile Time Capsule: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Special Edition

Some of our readers may only know of Burt Reynolds through Norm Macdonald’s portrayal of him in the hilarious SNL “Celebrity Jeopardy” skits in the mid-1990’s. But those of us old enough to remember the ’70’s remember Burt Reynolds… more»

Indy Pace Car: 1968 Torino GT Convertible

Automakers were once big on creating all types of commemorative vehicles as a marketing ploy.  From anniversaries to pace cars, you could count on a local dealer having some limited-edition vehicle to sell you.  The most famous of all… more»

Cheap GT? 1979 Ford Ranchero GT

Although the Dark Cordovan Metallic (i.e., brown) paint, gold stripes, and GT decals are faded and worn off in quite a few spots, the body of this 1979 Ford Ranchero GT looks surprisingly solid and they say that it… more»

No Rust And Highly Original 1958 VW Beetle Deluxe

1958 marked the 20th anniversary of the Volkswagen Beetle, with The People’s Car still meeting the objective of remaining cheap and simple, holding true to the concept it was originally designed for.  This ’58 model has a great story… more»

Cream and Bronze Beauty: 1955 Pontiac Star Chief

“New, all-new from the ground up! New Power – New Beauty – New Room – New View.” That’s how Pontiac’s 1955 sales booklet described its restyled lineup for 1955. These cars have been overshadowed for years by their ’55… more»

True Barn Find: 1955 Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe

By the mid-fifties, design guru extraordinaire Virgil Exner was calling the shots at Chrysler when it came to styling, with the new look of the 1955 Windsor DeLuxe credited to his skills along with the rest of the brand’s… more»

6,213 Original Miles: 1989 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

What’s amazing about the C4 generation of the classic Chevrolet Corvette is that you can still buy a time capsule example for $20,000 (or less). The Corvette shown here is one I believe we’ve seen before, as the color… more»

Early VIN: 1970 Datsun 240Z

The Datsun 240Z was a game-changer when it debuted in 1969. It didn’t try to be a Jaguar XKE, but its shape was certainly similar. It didn’t go as fast, but its performance was certainly worthwhile. It cost about… more»

21k Original Miles: 1999 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 SS Convertible

The idea of using a classic car as a daily driver may be unthinkable to some, but some candidates could serve admirably in that role. This 1999 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 SS Convertible is a shining example. It is an… more»

Distressed Kit Car: 1966 Fiberfab Jamaican

Fiberfab was one of the longest-lasting kit car manufacturers, though mostly forgotten to many today. They began making accessories and body parts in 1964 and then expanded into kit cars. One of their products was the Jamaican, which physically… more»

Baked, But Solid: 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser Brougham Station Wagon

When choosing a project candidate, enthusiasts who aren’t attached to the idea of performing significant rust repairs will often focus on cars from a dry climate. This is understandable because while they often feature baked paint, they are typically… more»

L82 Performance Edition: 1976 Chevrolet Corvette

Last week I covered this 1976 Chevrolet Corvette and suggested that while it was uninspiring, in both color and lack of underhood oomph, I suggested that it was a product of its unfortunate times but it could serve as… more»

Rare 1955 Hudson Rambler Cross Country Station Wagon

About one minute before Nash combined with Hudson to form American Motors Corporation, Nash brought out its Cross Country wagon for 1954. Riding on a 108″ wheelbase, the styling of the new four-door wagon represented a mild update to… more»

454-Equipped: 1968 Chevrolet Impala Convertible

Hiding in this garage is a car many might consider a genuine sleeper. It is a 1968 Chevrolet Impala Convertible, and although it wears “396” badges, the reality is something considerably more potent. It has no apparent needs and… more»

409 V8: 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Post

After two years of finned wonders, the full-size Chevrolets were restyled and less “space age” in their shape. The Bel Air continued as the middle-of-the-road offering, sandwiched between the Biscayne and Impala. The Super Sport and the 409 cubic… more»

No Reserve 350: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette

The C1 Corvette didn’t make an overwhelmingly positive first impression, with buyers generally underwhelmed by the mechanical configuration. Many thought a genuine American sports car deserved a V8 under the hood, viewing the six-cylinder/Powerglide drivetrain combination as disappointing. Chevrolet… more»

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