You cannot say that sports car buyers had few options in the late sixties. It seems that sports cars were being imported to the United States from all over the globe. The British, who introduced their version of the… more»
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Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Immaculate 1991 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce With 10k Original Miles!
Hiding in this garage is a vehicle that might appeal to enthusiasts seeking an Italian classic. This 1991 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce doesn’t merely present well, because it is a rock-solid survivor with a genuine 10,000 miles showing on… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Rare 1952 Chrysler New Yorker Convertible
From 1940 to 1996, the New Yorker was Chrysler’s most opulent automobile (excluding the Imperial when they were in production at the same time). This 1952 New Yorker convertible was restored more than 20 years ago and is one… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
1972 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Convertible
Hiding in this garage is a rare classic in a “big picture” sense. Although Oldsmobile produced an impressive 115,001 examples of the 1972 Delta 88 Royale across all body types, only around 3,900 buyers selected the Convertible. This is… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Stag On Steroids! 1971 Triumph Stag
Christmas Day two years ago, I wrote a post about a 1971 Chevrolet-powered Triumph Stag. I thought wow, what a unicorn! Well, sometimes lightning strikes twice because today, for your reviewing enjoyment, I have another, similarly outfitted example, to… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Last Year 2-Door Hardtop: 1979 Ford LTD II
Entering the market in 1977 and going away three years later, Ford’s LTD II was the biggest mid-sized car, if that makes any sense. It was an interesting experiment when the Thunderbird looked similar but had an arguably more… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Rare 1976 Lincoln Continental Mark IV Desert Sand Edition
Lincoln was on a roll in the 1970s. Between its Designer Series and its various Special Editions, the company seemed to have something for every taste. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Sam61 for spotting… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Three-Pedal Project: 1970 Plymouth Duster
This 1970 Duster has already exchanged hands twice recently, with the seller telling us the guy he acquired it from bought it in Montana two years ago. The Plymouth went to Maine, where the present owner purchased it then… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Supercharged Survivor: 1954 Kaiser Manhattan
In 1955, 69 years ago, Kaiser made their last car in the U.S., that’s hard to believe. A merger with Willys-Overland in 1953 prolonged the inevitable for a couple of years, and they were made in South America until… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Small-Block Equipped: 1973 Triumph Stag
The Triumph Stag promised so much upon its release. Its stunning styling caught the buying public’s imagination, and the V8 under its hood seemed like the icing on the cake. Unfortunately, that engine also proved to be its Achilles… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
62k Original Miles: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am Y88 SE
Some classics leave buyers with potentially difficult decisions to make. Such is the case with this 1978 Pontiac Trans Am Y88 SE. It is an original and solid survivor with no pressing needs. However, what is the best path… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • Stories • 15 Comments
Bucket List Find! 1989 Ford F350 Bucket Truck
Thirty-six years ago nearly to the day, a humble one-ton cab and chassis left its mechanical birthplace bound for New Jersey. In the land of no left turns, skilled workers fitted a utility box and something of extreme utility: … more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Rare Woodie Convertible! 1969 Chrysler Newport
Throughout the 1960s and beyond, the Newport was Chrysler’s “entry-level” automobile, though nothing about a Chrysler would be considered basic. In 1969, they built just 2,169 Newport drop-tops of which as few as 250 could have come with the… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
1 of 67 Made: 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
When it comes to luxury cars, the Rolls-Royce Corniche has long been synonymous with the ultimate in the drop-top experience. Obviously, any Rolls-Royce when new is at the top of the luxury car food chain, but the drop-top version… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
23K Mile 1989 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
GM has always had a way for customers to use the option list to tailor a car to their interests. This concept is readily apparent if you look at the history of the Camaro. From beach cruiser Camaro convertibles… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Restored, Then Stored: 1940 Diamond T 306
Wish this rare truck could tell its story – because it was given a thorough restoration twenty years ago, then immediately stored. Why! Was it a shop project for a graduating local community college? Was the restorer simply tired… more»
