The Tiger was a V8 derivative of the Sunbeam Alpine sports car. My first recollection of the car was the red Alpine driven by Secret Agent 86, Maxwell Smart, in the 1960s TV series, Get Smart. The Tiger got… more»
Two Owners, 454 Engine, and 62K Miles: 1986 GMC Suburban
“There is no substitute for cubic inches” was a phrase that my grandfather often repeated when it came to trucks in general and tow vehicles in particular. He was correct for the time. In the seventies and early eighties,… more»
1970 International Travelall 4×4 304 V8 4-Speed
What better vehicle for Independence Day than one made by a company known for manufacturing harvesting equipment for farmers to produce food for America and the world, not to mention making some of the most interesting trucks ever produced?… more»
Sunshine Yellow Convertible: 1987 Chevrolet Corvette 4+3
If you could build the perfect C4 Chevrolet Corvette, what would it look like? For me, this is the car I’d configure if you could still walk into the dealership and order one. The color is called “Sunshine Yellow”… more»
Numbers Matching Drop-Top: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T
The R/T (Road/Track) edition of several 1960s and 1970s Dodge products indicated you were in the company of a muscle car. The Charger R/T and Coronet R/T came with a 440 cubic inch V8 as standard equipment, while the… more»
Mostly Original: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula
The Formula edition of the Pontiac Firebird arrived in 1970 with the debut of the second generation of the popular “pony car”. It was a performance compromise between the base Firebird and the Trans Am. With muscle cars on… more»
Survivor! 1991 Honda CRX Si
Honda’s CRX sprang from its Civic lineage in the same manner as the Prelude arose from the Accord: as a sporty alternative to its sedate, economical siblings. The snub-nosed hatchback was given a lively suspension, an economy engine, and… more»
1-of-3: 1988 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit Cabriolet
When most people walk into a showroom to purchase a new car, price is often a governing factor behind their choice. They have a budget in mind but may splash a few extra dollars on options to enhance the… more»
One-Owner Pickup: 1988 Ford F-150
Classic Pickups typically enjoy a sense of presence courtesy of their physical size. However, the impact is heightened when someone orders their new purchase in a shade like the Black found on this 1988 Ford F-150. It is a… more»
34k Original Miles: 1977 Cadillac Seville
Sometimes, a seller’s mileage claims for a classic don’t stand scrutiny. At others, the car is so beautifully preserved that it leaves little doubt. Such is the case with this 1977 Cadillac Seville. From its stunning exterior to its… more»
Mark IV Survivor: 1976 Lincoln Continental
The 1970s Lincoln Continental Mark IV was a true land yacht. In production from 1972 to 1976, it was up to 228 inches in length by 1976 (a full 19 feet) and weighed more than 5,200 lbs. That automobile… more»
34K-Mile 1974 AMC Ambassador Brougham
If you think this 1974 AMC Ambassador Brougham looks long, you’re right. At over 18 feet in length, this last-year Ambassador was lengthened for safety reasons, or at least because of U.S. bumper regulations, and the classic coffin nose… more»
Stored 30 Years: 1970 Lincoln Continental Mark III
Our own Todd Fitch showed us an unbelievable Mark III two months ago here. This 1970 Lincoln Continental Mark III isn’t that nice, but it’s at the very least a nice example, although not a museum piece as with… more»