Long before the word downsizing entered the vocabularies of Buick’s design team, in 1971 the Electra 225 got a total revamp and actually picked up a couple of inches over the previous model plus gained over 300 pounds, and… more»
Lightly Restored: 1992 Volvo 240 5-Speed
The Volvo 240 is a modern classic, but it’s one we don’t often see restored. While the enthusiast community is undoubtedly behind the model and its merits, most of the time it appears as a driver-quality example that runs… more»
Custom Convertible: 1969 Porsche 911
People love convertibles. Back in the day, all manners of exotic cars, particularly the Ferrari Daytona, were potential candidates for an aftermarket convertible conversion. I don’t know that the end results were ever particularly refined, but the market certainly… more»
No Reserve: 1979 Cadillac Seville
Cadillac spent decades unconcerned about the impact of premium imports. Still, it became apparent during the 1970s that manufacturers like BMW and Mercedes-Benz had moved the bar for mid-sized luxury cars. With other manufacturers following a similar path in… more»
350-Equipped: 1956 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
Classic Pickups are prime candidates for custom builds. The chassis engineering and a generally cavernous engine bay allow an owner to slot something large and powerful under the hood without compromising structural integrity. A previous owner commenced turning this… more»
Unfinished Project: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
I’ve often considered Chrysler the king of the muscle car era because it offered something across its various marques to cater to every budget. The Plymouth Road Runner was ideal for the less affluent, and this 1969 model looks… more»
One-Owner Survivor: 1969 Cadillac Eldorado With 47k Original Miles
One of the attractions of buying a classic with a known ownership history is that many of the seller’s claims about the vehicle are generally verifiable. That ability is heightened if it is a one-owner survivor, which is true… more»
As Rare As It Gets: 1960 Kaiser Carabela Funeral Car
And now for something completely different. Have you ever seen or heard of a Kaiser Carabela? Me neither. In addition to old vehicles found in barns, sheds, and carports, Barn Finds also feature survivors, drivers, projects, parts cars, fully-restored… more»
Luxurious Shorty! 1979 Cadillac Seville Opera Coupe
Like other automakers of the mid-1970s, Cadillac felt the pressure to offer smaller, more fuel-efficient products. Enter the luxurious Seville in 1976, just as fancy as the Sedan de Ville but with smaller external proportions. The Seville was chosen… more»
Worth Fixing? 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
UPDATE 07/07/2023: Understandably, some sellers experience frustration when a potential buyer fails to hand over the cash for a car they purchased at auction. The owner of this 1969 Camaro has recently suffered that experience, and they make their… more»
Cool Cruising Convertible: 1965 Dodge Coronet
Here’s one you won’t encounter every day, a 1965 Dodge Coronet 440 convertible. A hardtop or sedan? Sure! But a convertible? Not so much so. This example is said to be an “older restoration” but it certainly shows well… more»
Eye-Catching Driver: 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster
Shiny new cars will generally attract some attention, but they will inevitably fade into the background if parked next to a shiny older car. That would be the case with this 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster because it is undoubtedly eye-catching…. more»
27k Mile Luxury Survivor? 1974 Ford Mustang II
After reaching its peak in 1966, the Ford Mustang saw sales decline one year after the next. At first, this was due to the arrival of a lot of new competition, including the Chevy Camaro and Pontiac Firebird. But… more»
Hot Rod In Waiting? 1939 Ford V8 DeLuxe
Ford knocked out 487K passenger cars in 1939, putting them, domestically, in second place. Of that volume, 144K, or 29.5% were Deluxe Tudor Sedans such as today’s Springville, New York discovery. That’s a lot of cars and now, 84… more»