Private Museum Dweller: 1981 Datsun 310 GX

In the early 1980s, Nissan still sold its cars in the U.S. with Datsun badging. One of the company’s subcompacts was the Pulsar, sold as the Datsun 310 in the U.S. Available in 1981 with a 1.5-liter inline-4 engine… more»

Former Race Survivor: 1964 Pontiac GTO Tri-Power

The survival rate for former racing machinery is typically not high, with some sacrificing their key mechanical components to later vehicles as their competition days end. This 1964 Pontiac GTO is an exception to that rule. Not only has… more»

Short Wheelbase Sedan: 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600

A few things in the car world have been constants since pretty much the dawn of the industry. Sports cars are fun, convertibles will always be cool, and big Mercedes-Benz sedans are often seen as the pinnacle of luxury…. more»

28k-Mile 4-Door Survivor: 1974 Ford LTD

The Ford LTD was born in 1965 as an extension of the Galaxie 500. The idea was to move part of Ford’s full-size line-up into the luxury car arena. The move was successful and the LTD was soon followed… more»

20 Years Barn Bound: 1954 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup

While old pickup trucks have become all the rage with collectors, and in general with old car guys and gals, I’ll admit that I’m not that knowledgeable on the topic. Regardless, you can imagine my surprise when I perused… more»

No Reserve! 1977 Datsun 280Z Project

We think many of us here agree that the Datsun 240/260/280Z is among the best-looking cars to come out of Japan. It’s gorgeous. They also lend themselves well to modifications, as evidenced by those fantastic Bob Sharp Z’s that… more»

Solid Barn Find! 1969 Ford Torino 390 GT Coupe

Ford built about 30% of its 1969 Torino GT specimens in this two-door hardtop roof line (17,951 of 79,265 according to TorinoCobra), yet it seems like we see 19 out of 20 Sportsroof (fastback) cars today. Though not especially… more»

BF Auction: 1965 Ford Falcon Station Wagon

There are many reasons why a classic car might find itself in hibernation, some more complex than others. This 1965 Ford Falcon Station Wagon succumbed to a simple brake issue, which has seen it spend the past forty-three years… more»

1 Of 3: Shriners 1971 Plymouth Barracuda Convertible

The Shriners have been around for more than 150 years now, assisting the ill and especially focusing on helping children nowadays whose parents are financially challenged to pay for their healthcare.  With a system like this in place, the… more»

Estate Sale, Already Restored! 1952 MG TD

Although prices for running-board MGs have declined in the past few years, I’m still surprised this 1952 MG TD hasn’t found a new garage. It’s advertised here on facebook Marketplace for $12,000, and though it hasn’t run in about… more»

Worth Fixing? 1977 Pontiac Trans Am

There were several changes to the 2nd generation Pontiac Trans Am in 1977. First was the new front end with its “beak” nose. The 455 cubic inch V8 engine was no longer but Pontiac introduced the high performance W72… more»

Left for Nine Years: 1952 MG TD

For some folks, cars are like potato chips.  One is simply never enough.  In the background of the pictures of this MG, you can see that it is surrounded by an eclectic assembly of antique, classic, and performance cars. … more»

Original, But Needs Restoration: 1928 Ford Model A

As we creep towards the 100th anniversary of the first Ford Model A rolling across the assembly line, this iconic car is still very popular with restorers and collectors.  It was the last car that you could say Henry… more»

Big-Block Project: 1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe

The 1952 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe sitting in this shed will undoubtedly divide opinions. Some will be horrified by its mechanical changes, while others will feel that it provides the type of performance such an attractive classic deserves…. more»

Custom Frame: 1955 Chevrolet Nomad Project

One of the challenges facing enthusiasts considering a custom build is determining a viable starting point. If the process involves significant mechanical upgrades, sound engineering is key to ensuring that the new toy is safe and reliable when it… more»

454 Equipped: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

Chrome-bumper C3 Corvettes have been a staple of the classic scene for decades, and pristine examples with the right drivetrain combination can command respectable prices. This 1969 example is far from perfect, requiring a frame-off restoration to reach that… more»

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