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»

Obscure Muscle Car: 1970 Oldsmobile Toronado GT

As soon as I have a nice, steady career with a nice, steady paycheck, one of the first collector cars I am going to buy is a 1966-1970 Oldsmobile Toronado. I’ve always admired the technological prowess it had during… more»

Low-Cost Head Turner: 1975 AMC Pacer

Admittedly, AMCs are not my thing, but I do think they made higher quality vehicles than they got the reputation for. Though very uniquely styled and cool looking, the Pacer was not exactly AMC’s crowning achievement. Designed to look… more»

Stored 30 Years! 1964 Corvette

After spending 30 years in an Arizona storage building, this Riverside Red 1964 Chevrolet Corvette awaits a new owner. Picture yourself cruising with top down, chiseled hood before you, burbling exhaust behind, giant smile on your face. This specimen of… more»

It Runs: 1925 Hudson Essex

At first glance, you might think this is an old Chevy, perhaps a 1925 Chevy Superior. But it is an Essex, a much less common car. Hudson introduced the Essex to compete with Ford and Chevy’s less expensive models…. more»

Factory Air: 1973 International 1110 Short Bed

This old pickup listed on craigslist in Galt, California appears to be a very original survivor. This could have been lovingly cared for and been repainted at some time or it could have been a barn find, but there’s no… more»

BF AUCTION: 1986 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

We listed an auction for a SVO Mustang the other day, but some of you said that you’d rather have a V8 in your foxbody. Well, here you go! Throw in a five-speed and a drop top and you… more»

1 Of 90: IMSA-Inspired 1980 Chevrolet Hugger Camaro

OK, first off, a “Hugger Camaro” is a real thing. According to BangShift.com, this regional special model came to life through a collaboration among Jacksonville, Florida Chevrolet dealers, IMSA racer Tom Nehl, Chevrolet’s Special Vehicle Department (SVD), and Camaro… more»

Tow Rig Candidate: 1982 Chevrolet C30 Silverado

Though summer is nearly over, as an automotive archaeologist, I realize that as the days go by, winter is coming. As the year draws to a close, pretty soon the leaves will fall off of the trees, and with that… more»

Could It Be Real? 1994 Lamborghini SE30 Yard Find

Reader John C recently spotted a bright yellow sports car parked in someone’s yard, so he decided to have a closer look. That’s when he realized it was a Lamborghini, or at least it looks like one. To be… more»

4,500 Miles from New: 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Jeep Cherokees are enjoying a nice spike in value at the moment, largely because their usefulness is being realized by a larger audience and because most examples for sale today have led obviously hard lives. This 2000 Jeep Cherokee… more»

Fairmont No More: 1981 Ford Durango

The Ford Fairmont, though not exactly terrible, has never been a particularly inspiring car in any of its standard forms. It did lend its Fox platform to the 1979 Mustang, so many have used the interchangeability of Mustang go-fast… more»

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