Before every car had to be a profitable financial “flip,” spotting a ragged old Mustang in someone’s yard instantly sparked visions of its potential in the minds of passing gearheads. If those days are not gone forever, listen softly… more»
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Supercharged Project: 1989 Ford Mustang LX
We see an awful lot of stalled project cars on these pages but this one stands out for a few different reasons. This is a 1989 Ford Mustang LX convertible equipped with the venerable 5.0L V8 engine and preferred… more»
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No Reserve 1919 Paige Larchmont Sport Touring
In the lustrous new age of the automobile, small makers flourished – at least momentarily. Who remembers Pope, Reeves, Metz, Duryea, Locomobile, Marmon, Peerless, St Louis, Adams, Buffum, Grout… ? Most amounted to a flash in the pan, some… more»
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Rebuilt 350: 1979 Chevrolet K10 Scottsdale 4×4
If you’ve ever questioned the popularity of classic Pickups, one look at the listing for this 1979 Chevrolet K10 Scottsdale should remove any lingering doubts. The auction has received over 300 views in the past day and, with eighty-four… more»
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Rotisserie Restored: 1974 Porsche 914 2.0
The idea of lavishing every last dollar possible on a tip-top restoration is certainly one we’ve all been tempted by at one time or another. Your dream car comes up for sale, only it’s sitting in a junkyard; your… more»
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Next Big Collectible? 1990 Chevrolet 454 SS
SS 454! That single model designation was Chevrolet’s big news in 1970 and today, 55 years later, it means huge $$$ in the collector car market. And, while the hype continued through 1973 (the ’73 was an odd duck… more»
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California Car: 1969 Volvo 1800S
Cars can teach us an important lesson in the perils of procrastination. For example, think of how many times you were determined to buy a certain make or model only to discover that it was no longer priced within… more»
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46k-Miles: One-Family I-6 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
Not all buyers shopping for a new Chevy Camaro in 1969 were looking for a muscle car. About 14% of them (or 1 in 7) were equipped with an inline-six engine rather than a V8. The seller’s car is… more»
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Originality Reigns Supreme: 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Coupe
The intermediate-sized Oldsmobile Cutlass was a sales juggernaut during the decade of the 1970’s. Even with all of the headwinds facing the auto industry back then (the oil crisis and government-mandated safety and emission standards for starters), the Cutlass… more»
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SS Clone Project: 1972 Chevrolet Nova
The Chevy Nova was popular enough to sell well between 1968 and 1972 with few annual cosmetic changes. This 1972 edition sports some updates, including a 5-speed manual transmission and SS badging. However, the seller-provided VIN decodes as having… more»
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Glass Half Empty or Half Full? 1980 Chevrolet Corvette
It is common to categorize people as having either a “glass half empty” or a “glass half full” mentality. If you read the comments on some of the cars we feature, it is apparent that some people only see… more»
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Four-Door 5.0 Five-Speed! 1985 Ford LTD
Blacked out, tricked out, and slammed, this 1985 Ford LTD in Oregon City, Oregon comes with modified parts front to back including a cammed 5.0 V8, tubular suspension, and SN95 Cobra front brakes. After earning a cult following as… more»
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T-Tops and 396 Power: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Almost everywhere you look, this 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 has gotten some custom touches, including the outside, inside, and especially in the performance department. I’m pretty confident the seller is correct when he says this Chevy is a head-turner,… more»
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No Reserve BF Auction: 1948 DeSoto Custom Club Coupe
I’m always ready to tip my proverbial cap to anyone who is willing to put in some extra effort to save a car or find it a better situation. We’ve all bemoaned the salvage yards that clear out their… more»
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No Reserve! 1987 Buick Regal Turbo-T
Is this one of the best OEM “sleepers” ever made? The story started in 1978 when Buick sold its Sport Coupe with a turbocharged 3.8 liter V6. Output was a moderate 150 hp but torque was great, and the… more»
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Valentino Edition: 1984 Lincoln Continental
“Cabernet Wine over Medium Charcoal Glamour Clearcoat Metallic” is a heck of a name for the Valentino Designer Series edition Lincoln Continental and the “cool”, shady color temperatures make these colors look decidedly blue rather than warm and burgundy… more»
