The Maserati Biturbo is simultaneously instantly recognizable and somewhat infamous among enthusiasts. However, the reputation that proceeds it may not be entirely deserved, as many of these turbocharged coupes (and convertibles) were abused by owners who didn’t know what… more»
Elite Enterprises Kit Car: Porsche 917 Replica
It’s rather amazing how many of these Porsche 917 replicas sold by Elite Enterprises still pop up for sale. If you transport yourself back in time to when these kit cars were sold new, it does make sense as… more»
Mille Miglia Contender: 1954 Fiat 8V Berlinetta Series II
How would you define a car manufacturer’s “models”? We are accustomed to thinking of a model as a production run of identical cars, like Toyota’s Camry, or Ford’s Lincoln Continental. Ok, models can undergo facelifts and whatnot, but mostly… more»
BIG Rocket Power! 1955 Oldsmobile Super
Oldsmobile’s reputation for “Rocket V8” engines is legendary, as they were among the first to build a modern overhead valve unit back in 1949. By the time this 1955 Oldsmobile Super arrived, the V8 revolution was in full swing,… more»
Patina & Personality: 1960 Chevrolet Impala Wagon
Now listed on eBay, this 1960 Chevrolet Impala Station Wagon is the kind of old-school family hauler that blends nostalgia, character, and proven reliability in one long, low package. According to the seller, the car was built using four… more»
Rare 5-Speed: 1988 BMW 735i
While I don’t consider the manual transmission to be the only reason to buy a vehicle, it does make some cars and trucks infinitely cooler. What’s even more enticing about these rarely-seen-with-three-pedals variants is that the factory actually decided… more»
Bad Grades Force Sale: 1993 Ford F-150
The seller of this slick 1993 Ford F-150 Flareside is selling it due to his son not keeping his grades up. What a shame, since this looks like an awesome truck. The Ford sports the desirable combination of the… more»
Air-Cooled Rolls: 1967 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
Now listed on Facebook Marketplace, this 1967 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible is one of those wonderfully unusual projects that tells a story all its own. According to the seller, this Beetle was converted with a full Rolls-Royce–style body kit, both… more»
Cheap Wheels: 1980 Pontiac Phoenix For $500!
In the 1970s, the Pontiac Phoenix was a badge-engineered version of the popular Chevrolet Nova. But in the 1980s, it was a corporate cousin to the new FWD Chevy Citation. They sold well enough but were weak on craftsmanship… more»
Rusty but Ready: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Project Car
Listed on eBay, this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is being sold as a four-door project roller, offering a starting point for someone who’s ready to take on a true restoration or custom build. The seller describes it as a… more»
Classroom Survivor: 1970’s-Era Mopar Drivers Ed Simulator
For readers of a certain age, this item will bring back memories of high school Drivers Education class. It seems old school and very analog today, but for 50+ years, these driver training simulator machines were in high schools… more»
Grandma’s Low-Mileage Ride: 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Regency
Did anybody do luxury better than 1970s Detroit (or Lansing, in this case)? Today, luxury means heated and cooled seats, a large touch screen, and as much connectivity as technology will currently allow. In 1974, however, it meant riding… more»
Estate Find: 1993 Buick Roadmaster Limited Wagon
Full-size station wagons were still holding on at GM in 1993, although by this time, the popularity of minivans had taken a toll on their sales. I totally understand the practicality and appeal of a small van or an… more»
Wizard Kit: 1970 Volkswagen Beetle Speedster
Listed on craigslist, this one-of-a-kind 1970 Volkswagen Speedster Convertible is unlike anything you’ll see on the road today. The seller describes it as a “Super Custom & RARE ‘Wizard’”, referring to the British-built Wizard body kit that transformed this… more»



















