The immediate post-war years were golden ones for American vehicle manufacturers. Pent-up demand meant they couldn’t produce cars fast enough to satisfy buyers who had been starved of new cars for almost four years. The latest offerings were typically… more»
Fuelie Tribute: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
One of the problems associated with buying a C2 Corvette Convertible “Fuelie” is that they are typically expensive. Very expensive. Six-figure sums aren’t unprecedented for pristine examples, placing them beyond the reach of mere mortals. That is where our… more»
Performance Focus: 1985 Ford Mustang
When some buyers walk into a dealership to purchase a new car, they will try to combine performance and comfort. That isn’t the case with this 1985 Ford Mustang. Its first owner focused purely on driving away in a… more»
Givenchy Series: 1981 Lincoln Continental Mark VI
Lincoln’s Mark VI series of cars were available in both four-door and two-door body styles, as you can see in this example. I don’t know if the “Two doors too many!!” crowd wants their luxury car with just two… more»
Junk In The Trunk: 1983 Honda Motocompo
I don’t know if I would normally refer to this 1983 Honda Motocompo as a scooter as I think of scooters as step-through motorcycles. I don’t know if I’d refer to it as a motorcycle either, and a mini-bike… more»
26k Original Miles: 1977 Chevrolet Corvette
When compared to its late-sixties and early-seventies C3 counterparts, the 1977 Chevrolet Corvette doesn’t win many awards in terms of performance, but neither do most other once mighty offerings from this period, as this was a time when fuel… more»
Cheap Running Project: 1977 AMC Pacer Wagon
Growing up near an AMC dealership in the seventies and having a father who enjoyed rooting for the underdogs, it wasn’t surprising when he eventually drove home behind the wheel of one of their products, though it did little… more»
What’s Your Bid? 1940 Dodge Luxury Liner Deluxe Convertible Coupe
Where I live, there’s a three-story antique mall that’s been in business for decades. One of the vendors recently tried to move some wares by announcing it was “Christmas in July”: Buy a wrapped antique and be surprised when… more»
1 of 126 – 1972 Buick GS 455 Convertible
Buick’s GS ranks among the most subdued ground-pounders of the classic muscle car era. Available in flashy colors like brown with a black vinyl top, the GS wore its muscle like a thug in a tailored suit, confident and… more»
Tidy Eight-Seater: 1972 Dodge Monaco Sport Wagon
Practicality is often a key consideration when an enthusiast begins their quest for a classic to park in their garage. The harsh reality is that a two-seat sports car won’t offer an engaging experience for a large family, but… more»
No Reserve Diesel: 1997 Ford F250 Super Cab 4×4
Versatility is sometimes a key consideration when an enthusiast commences the search for a classic to park in their driveway. If towing or off-roading are the aim, this 1997 Ford F250 Super Cab deserves a close look. Its 4×4… more»
Upgraded V8: 1977 Ford F250 Highboy 4×4
Most owners will agree that when they delve into the wilds in their 4×4, a mountain of torque is always welcome as they negotiate harsh terrain. This 1977 Ford F250 Highboy didn’t lack that trait when it left the… more»
Low Mile Survivor: 1989 Ford Mustang LX
One of the stars of the classic market during the past decade has been the Fox-Body Mustang. While many people focus on the GT and SVT Cobra variants, cars like this 1989 LX have gained a strong following. The… more»