Few cars have made an impact as profound as that delivered by the Chevrolet Corvette to the motoring landscape. Many believe the badge came of age with the release of the C3, a car that provided exceptional performance in… more»
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Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 39 Comments
One Wheel Less: 1983 Reliant Rialto 2 GLS Estate
Think the three-wheeler is odd? Consider this: the first self-powered vehicle was a steam-engined three-wheeler, with a single front wheel. Invented by Frenchman Nicholas-Joseph Cugnot, it likely inspired the 1886 Benz Patent Motorcar, also a three-wheeler with a single… more»
Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Gasser Project: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
“Gasser” is a term that was coined to refer to a type of drag race car from the 1950s and 1960s. But the difference from other cars on the track was that the modifications still enabled them to run… more»
Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 58 Comments
Classified Find: 1949 Lincoln Cosmopolitan 4-Door Sedan
New post-war cars produced by American manufacturers were some of the most elegantly beautiful vehicles in the industry’s history. Their styling was restrained, and the chrome trim wasn’t as outlandish as it would become as the 1950s progressed. A… more»
Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Almost Finished: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Restoration
The Chevy Camaro was in its sophomore year in 1968 having quickly settled into the Number 2 sales position behind the hot Ford Mustang. As a result, the cars were little changed going into the second year, and differences… more»
Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 24 Comments
1 of 3,110: 1987 Chevrolet Caprice Classic
The Caprice was introduced in 1965 as the luxury version of the Chevrolet Impala (to compete with Ford’s LTD). The nameplate would stick around through 2017 when it was retired as an Australian-built cop car. This beauty from 1987… more»
Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Foxy Lady: 1986 Mercury Marquis Brougham
An unusual and rarely seen-today car, this Fox-body-based 1986 Mercury Marquis Brougham was downsized yet again from the previous generation cars, and it’s the last of the Marquis series to be produced – “Grand Marquis” notwithstanding. Looking almost like… more»
Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
No Reserve: 1969 Ford F-250 Ranger Camper Special
Camper Trucks became more mainstream (no pun intended) in the mid-1950’s and were good options for the outdoorsman type, especially fishermen, who could pull a boat and camp off-road in their slide-in camper without roughing it. They’re still being… more»
Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Grandpa’s Car: 1970 Pontiac Catalina
The Catalina was Pontiac’s best-selling car for much of the time between 1950 and 1981. It was akin to what the Bel Air and Impala were over at Chevrolet. It was based on the GM B-body platform which would… more»
Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
22k Original Miles: 1980 Chrysler Cordoba LS
A redesigned and downsized Chrysler Cordoba emerged in 1980 to begin the model’s second generation, but by this time demand for personal luxury was dwindling and sales fell by nearly half over the previous year’s offering, from just over… more»
Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Original Condition: 1969 Triumph GT6 MKll Project
The Triumph GT6 was a Michelotti creation that met salvation when it gave wings to the Spitfire’s racing pedigree. Though Michelotti had found a way to make the Spitfire into a coupe, the weight of the resulting car overwhelmed… more»
Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
No Reserve: 1973 Ford Bronco
Determining which vehicles will become desirable classics in fifty years is a “crystal ball” exercise. Some candidates, like the Corvette, Camaro, and Mustang, are obvious choices. However, if you had told a Bronco owner in 1973 that their new… more»
Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Original 460: 1986 Ford F-240 XLT 4×4 Highboy
This 1986 Ford F-250 XLT 4×4 is a dry-climate survivor. That will be a significant consideration for any potential buyer seeking a rust-free Pickup to park in their garage. It offers a few luxury touches to make life on… more»
Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
NASCAR-Inspired: 1976 Chevrolet Laguna S-3
The Chevy Chevelle was redesigned in 1973, using GM’s new Colonnade styling technique that eliminated true hardtops. From 1974-76, the Laguna S-3 was the successor to the Super Sport and was only available as a coupe. This ’76 S-3… more»
Nov 4, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Parked in 1985: 1974 Triumph TR6
Triumph hit a sweet spot with its TR6. It proved a sales success, and these classics remain desirable today. This 1974 model has occupied this spot in a barn since 1985, needing a new owner to revive it and… more»
Nov 3, 2023 • For Sale • 41 Comments
99 Mile: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Pace Car
There were 6,502 Corvette Pace Cars built by Chevrolet in 1978. This example has only 99 original miles on the odometer and is equipped with the L-82 engine and 4 speed. This 1978 Corvette Pace Car is listed here… more»
