As the seller states, “This 1956 Bel Air is all original and comes straight out of my wife’s grandfather’s barn (literally) in upstate New York.” Since we aren’t told that he was the original owner, we’ll assume he wasn’t,… more»
In Storage For 30 Years! 1965 Mustang Fastback
Although this Mustang has been in storage for 30 years, it suffered it’s fair share of rust damage prior to being stored. Nevertheless, this fastback example of the first pony car might just be the ticket for someone to… more»
California Barn Find: 1957 Volkswagen Beetle
Isn’t this a cute project car? You’ve got to love these early Beetles. Said to be a true California barn find, this 1957 VW oval-window Beetle is for sale here on craigslist. With an asking price of $9,800, it currently… more»
1 Of 7: 1937 Lincoln Willoughby Touring Car
This lovely Willoughby-bodied Lincoln hasn’t been offered for sale in 60 years! While some references claim only two of the seven originals exist (both well-known government-owned parade cars), this car is, in fact, a third. With a well-documented history… more»
All-American: 1976 AMC Matador Coupe
Feeling nostalgic for the Spirit of ’76? What you need, my friend, is this Bicentennial baby, a 1976 AMC—yes, that’s American Motors—Matador coupe! In 1974 and ’75 there were chi-chi-la-la Oleg Cassini editions, and there was a Barcelona trim for… more»
7,200 Original Miles: 1986 Lincoln Mark VII
Although they can often appear as tired projects, this Lincoln Mark VII bucks the trend as a low-mileage survivor that’s clearly been cherished since new. With just over 7,000 miles on the clock, this 5.0-equipped luxo-cruiser sports all the… more»
1st Generation Liftback: 1972 Toyota Celica
Long considered Japan’s version of the Mustang, the 1972 Toyota Celica featured here is said to be a dry, rust-free survivor. Originally from Arizona and now located in Maryland, the Celica presents well and is in stock condition, with… more»
Color Theory: 1972 Dodge Charger
If you lived through the 1970s, you either loved or hated the fact that most things from cars to clothes to home decor were either green, gold, brown, or burnt orange, or all of the above at the same time…. more»
Twin Boom Wrecker: 1976 International Harvester Loadstar 1600
As I delve further into the collector car and truck market, I find that there are a lot of unusual and unique cars and trucks out there. Though I usually use the eBay or craigslist to find my next… more»
Shop Truck Candidate: 1987 Dodge Ram D-150 Shortbed
When I was a kid, my dad used to drive Dodge pickup trucks as a part of his fleet (he’s a general contractor that works in southeastern Pennsylvania). From when I was four to thirteen years old, my dad… more»
Teutonic Sports Wagon: 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Lakewood
While out on a walk one day up on the outskirts of Lock Haven University, I spotted an old car sitting in a driveway underneath a tarp. As I approached the car, I discovered that it was a Corvair;… more»
Fresh from the Orange Grove: 1970 Ford Torino GT Convertible
Sneeze much? Don’t even look at this picture if you suffer from allergies. Abandoned in a California orange grove, this 1970 Ford Torino GT convertible hasn’t been driven since 1988. Had it lingered in a Louisiana swamp or a… more»
Military Import: 1979 Porsche 911SC
This 1979 Porsche 911SC is listed by the seller as a ROW model, or “Rest of the World” example that wasn’t originally indended for the US market. Found near the well-known Parris Island Marine Corps Recruit Depot, the seller… more»
Needs a Tune: 1987 Merkur XR4Ti
Among the class of emerging classics from the 1980s is the Euro-American import, the Merkur XR4Ti. Known for being somewhat fussy automobiles that also gave Americans a taste of what our European counterparts could find in their local Ford… more»
Sold As a Pair: Datsun Z-Car Projects
Even farmers can feel the need for speed. This pair of Datsun Z-cars have been gathering dust in Washington State barn for close to a decade, but now they must find a new home. Sold only as a pair… more»
Stored For 30 Years: 1977 Ford V8 Granada
This Mercedes 450.. wait, I mean this Cadillac Seville. No, this is, of course, a 1977 Ford Granada and it was stored in a garage for the last 30 years. This somewhat-sporty-for-1977 Granada is posted on Craigslist in Newington, Connecticut… more»