8k Mile 1974 Pontiac Firebird Formula Update

What possesses a person to drive a car or truck very little? Is it the fear of wrecking the car? Or the fear of the car depreciating in value? Was there some sort of event that influenced the vehicle’s low… more»

Rally Update: We Have Arrived In Portland!

Josh and I have arrived in Portland! The journey from Boise, Idaho to Portland, Oregon takes about 6 and a half hours. That’s not too bad, but the triple digit heat made the trip unforgettable. We wished we had… more»

High-Style Handler: 1977 Oldsmobile 442

As the 1970s came to a close, the focus for American shifted from muscle to luxury. The few muscle cars that remained relied more on appearance and handling, rather than horsepower, which was a huge point of emphasis only… more»

Returning To Earth: 1960 Triumph TR3 Project

Little cars with removable tops have long been popular here in the United States and ironically most of the vehicles that fit the bill are imported from other countries. Despite having questionable track records of reliability, Triumphs have frequently… more»

Lightning Rods: 1983 Hurst/Olds 15th Anniversary

I’ve always thought that GM’s G-bodies from the late 1970s and 1980s were cool, especially in coupe form. When you throw in a couple of special features and some muscle car magic, these cars become more appealing. Though this Hurst/Olds… more»

Killer Doors: 1947 Plymouth Special Deluxe

Sometimes you see a car listed on craigslist that looks so nice, that whatever it is, you know you have a closer look. It might be cool to own a car with suicide doors. You know it won’t be nearly… more»

But It’s A Fastback: 1970 Mustang Mach 1

Styling, more than any other feature, sells cars.  There have been many examples of a manufacturer trying to sell a car that is reliable, easy to drive, and comfortable, but nobody wants the vehicle because it’s as ugly as… more»

Clean Cruiser: 1991 Ford Crown Victoria Survivor

There is nothing I love more than a beautiful classic car that has been lovingly restored, modified, or has survived the test of time. I am more than partial to ’60s and ’70s American muscle cars, and always will… more»

Mystery Engine: 1974 Chevrolet Vega GT Barn Find

  Reader Rocco B. sent us this 1974 Vega, and while the engine in this car is not exactly a mystery, it is a mystery to the person selling the car. To quote, “I never opened the hood so… more»

EXCLUSIVE: Electric 1975 Honda Civic Wagon

Seller Description: My 1975 Honda Civic Wagon was converted to all electric in 1981. It’s a California car, with no rust outs and mostly original paint. I found this car under a tarp out in the country. It was… more»

Big Block 4 Speed: 1966 Impala SS 396 Convertible

Can’t afford that big-block first-generation Camaro you wanted? That Chevelle SS 396 out of your budget? Is a two-seater big block Corvette too expensive and too impractical? Want your hair blowing in the wind as you lower your convertible… more»

City Dweller: 1960 Cadillac Sedan de Ville

You might not think of cities as barn find hotbeds, but while they tend to be low on literal barns, they do usually have lots of hidey-holes in which to tuck cars away. Among California cities, Los Angeles may… more»

For the Resourceful Cat: 1967 Jaguar 3.8S Two-for-One

These days, there’s almost no such thing as a truly independent automaker anymore, so it’s hard to remember how resourceful small automakers once had to be. Case in point: the Jaguar S-Type. With its bread-and-butter Mark II sedan, descended… more»

1964 Ford Thunderbird Barn Find!

Said to be a true barn find, this appears to be a half-done project to me.  This 1964 Ford Thunderbird is for sale here on craigslist in Spring, Texas for the asking price of $9,500.  The seller states they have spent over… more»

The Only Kid On The Block With One: 1975 Bricklin SV-1

If you are not already a major automobile manufacturer, you can try to become one.  However, the track record for those who try is abysmal.  Just ask Malcolm Bricklin and, later, John DeLorean.  While the DeLorean story is well… more»

Playboy Pink! 1969 American Motors AMX 390 Color Code 00

Is pink your color? This car comes with an interesting back-story involving its color and Playboy magazine. Even if you’re not a fan of pink, this 1969 American Motors Corporation AMX for sale here on eBay has much to offer… more»

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