One of Chevrolet’s more revered badges is the Monte Carlo SS. It proved successful on the sales charts and the race track, although Chevrolet temporarily retired the SS badge in 1988. It returned with a vengeance in 2000 as… more»
Jun 15, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Only One in the US? 1929 Renault RY1 Monastella Cabriolet
Louis Renault was every bit as mercurial as any Italian or American inventor that you care to name. With a reputation as a bellicose, domineering boss, Renault was the only French automaker whose factories were confiscated by the government… more»
Jun 15, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Hay Loft Find: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
The Monte Carlo was Chevrolet’s first foray into the lucrative personal luxury car segment in 1970, joining the Pontiac Grand Prix in that space. It was produced thru 1988, then took some time off, and later came back during… more»
Jun 15, 2023 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Rebuilt Engine: 1980 AMC Spirit AMX
Practicality can see many enthusiasts abandon a project build, which is the case with this 1980 AMC Spirit AMX. It was a father/son build, but with a new baby on the way, the son feels it needs to make… more»
Jun 15, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Skylark Spectacular! 1969 Buick Convertible
GM’s ’68 A-body redo was notable on several fronts. The two-door/four-door differences in the wheelbase weren’t standard fare as the previous generation (’64-’67) made do with one, regardless of the body configuration. There was still a surprising amount of… more»
Jun 15, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Barn Bound 35 Years: 1969 Chevrolet El Camino
Last week I covered a pair of fifth-generation Chevrolet El Caminos, an ’80 and an ’86, so today, I’m going to wind the clock back to what is, ostensibly, the most popular generation, that being the third (’68-’72), and… more»
Jun 15, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Former V8 Roller: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
The Chevy Camaro was in its second production year in 1968 and had quickly established itself as the Ford Mustang’s #1 competitor. The cars were little changed but would sell well at more than 235,000 copies. This ’68 Camaro… more»
Jun 15, 2023 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Award-Winning Survivor: 1963 Imperial (Chrysler)
During the 1960s (and before and after), there was an ongoing rivalry between Cadillac, Lincoln, and Chrysler for the top spot in the ultra-luxury car field. And most of the time, Cadillac came out on top while Imperial (Chrysler)… more»
Jun 15, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Title Winning Classic: 1977 Holden Torana A9X Group C
Motorsport history is full of David versus Goliath stories, but none are better personified (autofied?) than by this 1977 Holden Toarana A9X Group C. It was one of two cars used by a privateer racer to defeat the Holden… more»
Jun 15, 2023 • For Sale • 40 Comments
Freshly Rebuilt: 1970 Chrysler 426 Hemi
One of the most coveted and legendary motors of the muscle car era was Chrysler’s 426ci Hemi V8. It offered mind-blowing performance, transforming an average car into one that commanded respect. The problem was they came with a healthy… more»
Jun 14, 2023 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Shrouded in Black! 1964 Chrysler Newport
If the Men In Black movie franchise had been set in the 1960s, cars like this 1964 Chrysler Newport could have been the agents’ drivers of choice. With its black paint, dog dish hub caps, and unassuming appearance, the… more»
Jun 14, 2023 • For Sale • 35 Comments
1 of 33: 1972 Buick Centurion Convertible Project
The Buick Centurion in convertible form wasn’t a big seller in 1972 with fewer than 2,400 produced. But given that this one comes with special order paint, the seller indicates only 33 were built that way. Plus, it has… more»
Jun 14, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Recaro Package: 1986 Pontiac Trans Am WS6
When it comes to third-generation Pontiac Firebirds, the market hasn’t exactly exploded in terms of rising values. While we have seen a few survivor-grade Camaros with three pedals hit big numbers, it’s far from certain that these cars are… more»
Jun 14, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Numbers-Matching 340: 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda Project
1971 was a year of lasts for the Plymouth Barracuda, and unfortunately, not really in a good sort of way. Gone for the ’72 models were the convertible offerings, and more significantly, big block powerplants. Even the Barracuda Gran… more»
Jun 14, 2023 • For Sale • 34 Comments
One-of-One Factory Paint Red Bird? 1973 Ford Thunderbird
For model year 1973, Thunderbird buyers had a choice of 23 standard and glamour paint options, but Ford’s Bright Red (Color Code 2B) like this T-Bird is sporting, wasn’t on that list. This Red ‘Bird came from the Los… more»
Jun 14, 2023 • For Sale • 33 Comments
15K Mile Interceptor! 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
I always wanted one of these! They’re big, tough, simple, and reasonably quick. You can run over all kinds of stuff and you’ll barely notice a bump. Back in 2007, I went to a North Carolina State Police auto… more»
