From Roller to Driver: 1970 Dodge Challenger SE

Dodge was the last major U.S. auto manufacturer to get into the lucrative “pony car” market. Introduced in 1970, it shared the new E-body platform that the Plymouth Barracuda had been long waiting for. Production numbers would peak in… more»

Engine Upgrades: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Originality can be crucial to the potential value of some classics, especially if a new owner views its long-term investment potential. This 1972 Corvette Convertible ticks the right boxes in most areas, although there have been mechanical changes that… more»

Triple-Black 1-Of-1! 1976 Ford Elite 460

Something I regularly meet with skepticism is when a seller claims their car is a 1-Of-1 example, as it’s often simply not the case or sometimes difficult to verify.  But the seller of this 1976 Ford Elite here on… more»

Fresh 390: 1970 Ford F250 4×4 Highboy

This 1970 Ford F250 Explorer Highboy has undergone many changes during its life. However, it is a solid and mechanically healthy classic that should be comfortable in muddy territory or cruising on the open road. It presents well for… more»

North Carolina Barn Find: 1961 Chevrolet Corvette

Sitting in this shed is a classic that has led a sheltered life. This 1961 Corvette had spent its downtime in this spot since 1970. It hibernated for a large part of that time but has been liberated and… more»

W30-Equipped 4-Speed! 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442

Emissions regulations and rising insurance costs were taking their toll in the muscle-car era by 1972, and the Oldsmobile 4-4-2 was no exception.  By ’72, the 442 had reverted back to being just an options package on the Cutlass… more»

15k Miles? 1971 Buick Electra 225

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»

Warm 340/4-Speed: 1966 Plymouth Barracuda

This 1966 Plymouth Barracuda is a tidy classic possessing a touch of menace. However, we need to look below the surface to discover that the seller has performed a range of upgrades that increase the power and transform it… 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»

Blended Models: 1973 Pontiac Grand Am

The Grand Am debuted in 1973 as Pontiac’s response to the growth in popularity of European cruising sedans. As Pontiac’s goal was to introduce both luxury and performance in a single package, the car got its name by borrowing… 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»

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