The Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 is a model that has lurked in the shadows of the iconic BMW E30 M3 for years, and sadly, it appears destined to continue doing so. As the owner of a 1986 example that I… more»
390 V8 and Factory Air: 1967 Ford Mustang GT
Is this a great looking ’67 Ford Mustang Fastback or what? It looks like a full-sized Hot Wheels car with its sparkling Acapulco Blue color, that classic fastback styling, the optional GT package, and those Styled Steel Wheels as… more»
Running Project: 1972 Datsun 240Z
The Nissan Fairlady Z was one of the Japanese answers to the British sports cars of the 1960s. When the car made it to the U.S. in 1970, it was marketed as the Datsun 240Z (for its 2.4-liter inline-4… more»
Budget Supercar! 2014 Factory Five 818S
Factory Five is best known for their Shelby Cobra replicas, but the company offers a few other kit cars, some of which are of their own design. This 818S is one of these designs and is an incredible performance… more»
Impressive Kit Car: 1978 CCC Auburn Speedster
One of the hottest and most interesting segments of the collectible car hobby is that of kit cars. From accurate recreations to aesthetically questionable representations of classics of days past, these vehicles have become popular once again for the… more»
Mellow Yellow? 1969 Buick Skylark Convertible
One of the interesting things that I have noted regarding GM’s A-body lineup for ’69 is that the Chevrolet Chevelle/Malibu, Pontiac Tempest/LeMans, and Oldsmobile F85/Cutlass all followed a similar Fisher Body vibe in terms of overall design. The C-pillars… more»
Bought and Parked: 1969 Jeep Wagoneer
This 1969 Jeep Wagoneer might be familiar to some of you if it was on your list to bid on back in 2017. That’s because it’s the same truck that appeared in a Bring A Trailer listing and apparently… more»
MGB Powerplant Transplant: 1956 MGA 1500 Roadster
Sitting for thirty years is a harsh sentence for most cars, unless the storage time features regular starting, ambient temperature control, maybe even resting on jack stands periodically. Otherwise, cars end up like this MGA: brakes and wheels frozen… more»
Rare Pony: 1978 Ford Mustang King Cobra
Ford redesigned the Mustang pony car in 1974 to eliminate the size and weight it had accumulated over the years. It was a sales success because the Mustang II happened to come along just as the OPEC oil embargo… more»
No Reserve 1960 Chevrolet Corvette Project
After scrolling through all the photos, it’s sort of hard to comprehend that this 1960 Chevrolet Corvette needs a full restoration. That’s what the seller here says, and as good as this car looks, I’m wondering if he’s referring… more»
Just Needs A Paint Job: 1967 Mercury Cougar
In painting, it’s hard to lay down the brush, just as in writing, it’s hard to lay down the pen. So many times, the first edition is the best, and I think that is true with the Mercury Cougar…. more»
Wally World Or Bust! 1969 Ford Galaxie Country Sedan
The seller of this 1969 Ford Galaxie Country Sedan Station Wagon says he will “do” one car per year, and if this one’s any indication of his past work, I believe he means turning autos into something catchy rather… more»
Numbers Matching Project: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
In 1972, the Chevy Chevelle was still one of America’s best-selling cars. More than 207,500 Malibu Sport Coupes were built with a V8 engine, including the seller’s car. And, refreshingly, it’s not been taken down the path of a… more»
Cheap Muscle Truck: 1998 Dodge Dakota R/T
One of the more interesting dalliances I had with a project car was when I purchased a pickup similar to this one: a 1998 Dodge Dakota R/T, one of the few remaining muscle trucks you can still buy without… more»
Ran When Parked: 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 SE
Oftentimes, in the Mercedes-Benz lineup, the big-body coupe is the car that sits atop the family food chain, along with the long wheelbase models. These coupes often featured pillar-less designs that make for a striking profile and were the… more»

















