Survivor 1961 Ford Galaxie Detective Car

The Galaxie was a nicely trimmed, full-sized auto in the 1961 Ford lineup, making the sedan an excellent choice if you happened to be a detective.  The seller says that’s how this one spent its early years, and sadly,… more»

Emberglo Project: 1966 Ford Thunderbird

One of my favorite Thunderbirds is the 1965 Special Landau, which wore Ford’s new “Emberglo” paint. Emberglo was clearly a ripoff of Chrysler’s “Turbine Bronze,” but Ford must have felt that Chrysler had one coming; after all, the Turbine… more»

Digital Dash: 1987 Pontiac Trans Am GTA

When it comes to a third-generation Pontiac Trans Am or Chevrolet Camaro, there are tons to pick from when shopping for one. The only way to stand out is to find a car loaded with the best options, and… more»

Jack Tant Built 360: 1966 Plymouth Fury III Convertible

The Plymouth Fury was considered more of a luxury offering than a racer, but I guess that didn’t matter to the seller of this 1966 Plymouth Fury III.  This one’s got an engine built by Jack Tant, a mechanic… more»

Restoration Redo Project: 1960 Ford Thunderbird

Purists were upset when Ford changed the concept of the 1955-57 Thunderbird from a 2-seater to a 4-seater in the personal luxury car market. That set the stage for a plethora of competitors to come forward in the 1960s… more»

Some Assembly Required! 1964 Morgan 4/4 SV

Stored since 1976, this blown-apart 1964 Morgan 4/4 Series V deserves some attention and a chance to thrill a new owner. The solid-looking Morgan lies in state somewhere in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, and the listing on Facebook Marketplace… more»

73k-Mile Beauty: 1962 Buick Invicta Sedan

Invicta is one of those Buick names that’s not heard in automobile conversations quite as often as some of the others, and it’s probably because of the car’s somewhat short lifespan.  The Invicta entered the brand’s lineup as a… more»

Light Utility Vehicle: 1978 Chevrolet LUV

The LUV was a captive import built by Isuzu in Japan and sold through Chevrolet dealers in the U.S. from 1972 to 1981. The LUV name was an acronym for “Light Utility Vehicle,” it competed against the imported Ford… more»

Winter-Ready: 1986 AMC Eagle 4×4 Wagon

I wonder at how some car models seem perennially neglected – for instance the Lotus Eclat. Can’t find a good one, let alone a basic driver. Others, like the AMC Eagle, seem to attract owners who care to care… more»

1-of-46? 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback

It is undeniable that certain paint shades look inherently “right” when applied to particular classics. That is undoubtedly true when the vehicle is a first-generation Mustang, and the color in question is Candy Apple Red. This 1968 ‘Stang takes… more»

Great Starting Point? Cheap 1950 Ford Sedan

One of the most enjoyable avenues in the classic car scene is buying a model that is not highly desirable and driving the wheels off without worrying about devaluing a more expensive model. The 49-51 shoebox Ford is a… more»

1965 Lincoln Continental 4-Door Convertible

It’s on my bucket list to ride in the back seat of a Lincoln Continental 4-Door Convertible with the top down and the wind blowing through my thinning hair. I really want to experience “the ride of a luxurious… more»

Pretty Solid Project: 1961 Mercury Monterey Convertible

American automotive history is littered with the demoted nameplate. The swanky Bel Air became predominately a fleet model by the late 1960s. The Impala was demoted by the Caprice, the Galaxie 500 by the LTD, and the Mercury Monterey… more»

Rare Low Mileage 1997 Panoz AIV

The 1997 Panoz AIV is a rare and special car. The company produced less than 200 examples during their production years. Due to the scarcity of these cars, it’s not common to hear much about them in the media,… more»

Pink Project: 1973 Plymouth Cuda

In 1970, the Plymouth Barracuda was riding high with its best sales numbers in years based on a new platform. Less than five years later, it was gone, a victim of changing market conditions and demand. This 1973 edition… more»

Great Resto Start? 1963 Ford Thunderbird

For years, Ford’s luxury coupe, the Thunderbird, garnered respect merely by mention of its name. By the time this 1963 subject came along, the T-bird was ending its third generation and the evolution from its original two-seater configuration was… more»

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