Long-Term Owners: 1957 Ford Thunderbird

UPDATE 07/06/2023: Few things are more frustrating for an owner than listing a classic for sale and falling foul of a non-paying buyer. That is the case with the owner of this 1957 Ford Thunderbird. The previous listing indicates… more»

1969 Plymouth Fury III With 80k Original Miles

The seller has been the custodian of this 1969 Plymouth Fury III for twenty-seven years. It is a solid classic that needs little to lift its already tidy presentation to a higher level. Those tasks will fall to a… more»

Needs a Bonnet and Windshield: 1960 Triumph TR3

As a kid growing up in the 60’s, I vividly remember seeing my first Triumph TR3 (and a red one at that). I fell in love with its classic British roadster looks and its low-slung styling that made it… more»

Optional Sunroof: Spotless 1976 Ford Pinto Runabout

Lee Iacocca was a complex individual with the innate ability to intimidate those whose views didn’t align with his own. This trait cost him the corner office at Ford World Headquarters that he had coveted since the day he… more»

Pair of 1956 Studebaker Commander Projects

Between 1927 and 1964, Studebaker would deploy the Commander nameplate more times than not. When the President model was resurrected in 1955, the Commander became the mid-range offering while the Champion continued in the entry-level position. The seller has… more»

Rare Barn Find: 1953 Jaguar XK120 Drophead Coupe

Barn Finds has featured many a derelict Jaguar XK, but only one XK120 drophead coupe (DHC) in the last eight years. That’s because just 1769 dropheads were made in the XK120 series during 1953 and 1954, out of more than… more»

Beautifully Done 1951 Buick Roadmaster Restomod

Want to own a beautiful old car that drives like a new one? Look no further than this 1951 Buick Roadmaster Riviera. It’s a state-of-the-art restomod with $52,000 invested—not including the thousands of hours the owner spent building and… more»

38k Original Miles: 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix

Pontiac’s Second Generation Grand Prix is recognized as one of the more attractive classics to emerge during the 1960s. The styling is sharp, but that impression improves when the car wears a premium paint shade and other desirable options…. more»

One-Family Owned: 1955 Ford Thunderbird

It always interests me to see or hear about an antique vehicle that was bought new, then passed down to one or two (or more) generations of family members. I’ve written about several old cars that are not highly… more»

Future GTO Clone? 1966 Pontiac LeMans

In its early days, the GTO started out as an option package for the Pontiac LeMans but became its own stand-alone model in 1966.  But the goat still wore the same body for the most part as the LeMans,… more»

Mint Green Saloon: 1971 Jaguar XJ6

Sometimes, a car is so maligned by collectors and the motoring press that its value seems permanently stunted. The Jaguar XJ6 is a terrific example of this, as it doesn’t matter the era or the features list, there’s a… more»

10,800 Original Miles: 1985 Ford Mustang SVO

As much as I try to resist the allure of owning a Fox body, I’m failing. There’s a car I’m loosely pursuing (and I emphasize loosely) from this family of vehicles and while I absolutely don’t need one, shouldn’t everyone… more»

Custom Paint: 1963 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk

Vehicle manufacturers walk a fine line when devising the color palettes for their various models. They must ensure the paint shades are relatively inoffensive, but they often leave something available for those seeking a more “flamboyant” look. Studebaker was… more»

348 V8 Tri-Power: 1960 Chevrolet Impala

The 1959-60 era of the full-size Chevies is often thought of as the “bat wing” cars. They were over-styled compared to the 1958s and those built from 1961 forward.  But they were also big sellers and made GM plenty… more»

Price Negotiable: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible With 62k Original Miles

I don’t know anyone who isn’t attracted by a bargain, regardless of how big the purchase might be. That motivation might draw a few enthusiasts towards this 1963 Galaxie 500 Convertible like moths to a flame. The low-mileage survivor… more»

Reliable Driver: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette

The Corvette was one of a long list of cars that suffered under the tyranny of tighter emission regulations as the 1970s progressed. The owner of this 1974 model acknowledges that, describing it as a reliable sports car. It… more»

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