American vehicle manufacturers had begun to turn their backs on large-capacity V8s as the 1970s progressed, but buyers could still find them on the options list of certain models. Chevrolet continued offering its 400ci powerplant in the Monte Carlo,… more»
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Jun 14, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Museum Find: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302
I am a staunch advocate for preserving classic cars, but I believe that most don’t deserve to live their lives as museum pieces. That was the fate this 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 endured for over twenty-five years, but… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Only 3K Miles! 1980 Triumph TR8
I have often wondered about the Triumph TR8, primarily in terms of how it compared to the mostly disastrous TR7. I recall only seeing one, back in the day, when they were still being produced but they have made… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Got Milk?? Two 1965 Chevrolet C-50 Milk Truck Projects
In the early-to-mid 1960’s, almost 30% of homes in the U.S. had milk delivered to their front porch or steps. Our little house on Washington Avenue was part of that 30% as the milkman from the local Greenleaf Dairy… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
425hp! 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
Certain cars have remained a staple of the classic scene for decades, with no sign the situation will change in the foreseeable future. One such vehicle is the C3 Corvette, which has enjoyed its time in the sun. Many… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Lightning Rods Shifter: 1984 Hurst/Olds
Oldsmobile produced the Hurst Olds in 1968-1969, 1972-1975, 1979 and 1983-1984. In the final years of production, the 1983 and 1984 Hurst Olds looked the same with a power bulge hood and chrome rally wheels but that the 1983… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Cheap 1973 Volvo 1800ES Project
The Volvo 1800 and its variants enjoyed a lengthy run from 1961 to 1973. The last new iteration came in 1972 as something of a station wagon with a hatchback (the 1800ES). Total 1800 production was 47,500 vehicles, of… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
“Tri-Five” Poncho: 1957 Pontiac Chieftain
In the mid-1950s, the Chieftain was akin to the 210 in the Chevy lineup as the Star Chief was more like the Bel Air in terms of trim. All new bodies were introduced in 1955 (along with Chevrolet) and… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
One-Owner Convertible: 1954 Ford Sunliner
Through 1954, the Crestline was the top model offered by Ford (to be replaced later by the Fairlane and then Galaxie). Within that series, the Sunliner was the drop-top version of the car, like this one-owner example offered by… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Nova Wannabe: 1972 Pontiac Ventura II
The Ventura nameplate first appeared as a trim option on the Pontiac Catalina in 1960. But a little over a decade later, the company changed gears and assigned it to a “new” compact, the Ventura II, which was a… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 26 Comments
3,000 Hour Restoration: 1969 Porsche 911S
This 1969 Porsche 911S may have a boat-load of hours into its restoration, but the builder has stopped short of gutting the car in favor of improving what needed improving and saving what could be saved. The Light Ivory… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Automatic Sports Car: 1989 Chrysler Conquest TSi
This 1989 Chrysler Conquest TSi is a final year model that features a rebuilt engine and excellent cosmetics with only a few flaws to report. The Conquest is also an unusual automatic transmission-equipped example, which we don’t often see… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Original Daily Driver: 1972 Ford F100
There’s something curiously attractive about an older Pickup that carries the scars and marks of a vehicle that has worked for a living. Such is the case with this 1972 Ford F100. If you look beyond the tired and… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Rusty Roller: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback
Some project builds can be pretty straightforward, while others require equal combinations of deep commitment and a healthy wallet. This 1967 Mustang Fastback falls into the second category because no aspect of this classic will escape its new owner’s… more»
Jun 13, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Driving Project: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Chrome-bumper C3 Corvettes remain among the more desirable vehicles in the classic scene, and spotless examples can command impressive prices. This 1969 Convertible is far from pristine but runs and drives extremely well. It is begging for love and… more»
Jun 12, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Clean, Green And Rust Free: 1975 Triumph TR6
Even with the absurd rubber bumper overriders (thanks NHTSA!), this 1975 Triumph TR6 still cuts an impressive image. And of course, how appropriate is that British Racing Green finish? OK, so it’s not perfect but it still shows pretty… more»
