It is hard to imagine the American automotive landscape without the Chevrolet Corvette, but that was almost a harsh reality early in its production life as sales volumes were far below company expectations. However, the ‘Vette cemented its place… more»
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Aug 12, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Boutique Edition: 1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet
The Cabriolet was the convertible adaptation of the Volkswagen Golf subcompact. It was built between 1979 and 2002, with the first generation enjoying a 15-year run. The seller has a 1990 Boutique Edition, meaning it was the top trim… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Unfinished Vintage Kit Car: 1953 Allard J2X by Elite Enterprises
Allard Motor Company, founded by Sydney Allard in 1946, made just 200 cars in its dozen-year history. Jerry Knapp was four years old when Allard produced its first car. He was born in Minnesota but eventually settled in California…. more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Jack Stand Find: Custom Coach Builders Sebring
Is it a Sebring, a Nova, a Sovran, a Cimbria or a Sterling? All three are very similar-looking component cars produced in the 1970s and 1980s by various companies, most of which were based on the venerable VW Beetle… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Field Find: 1973 Triumph GT6 Mk. 3
While this 1973 Triumph GT6 Mark 3 looks like it was planted in a field in this picture, it’s now been “harvested” and is available for purchase! The 1973 model year was the last for the little coupe; some… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Grandma Wants It Gone: 1972 Chevrolet C10 Pickup Project
This Chevy C10’s story is a bit of a sad one, but perhaps the next owner can finish the ground-up restoration that Grandpa, a deceased, retired professional mechanic, started several years ago and give this story a happy ending…. more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
390-Powered 1968 AMC AMX
1968 was a great year to visit your AMC dealership if you liked sporty cars, as the brand introduced a pair of fun offerings including the Javelin, a hardtop aimed toward the popular pony car segment. The other was… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Budget Exotic? 1978 Ferrari 400 Project
An affordable Ferrari excites the 14-year-old in any gearhead, and the wedge-shaped, V12 400 variants rank among the easiest to obtain. This 1978 Ferrari 400 Automatic in Independence, Oregon will change hands even more cheaply thanks to its missing… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Old School Hot Rod: 1951 Hudson Pacemaker Club Coupe
It’s hard to believe that Pixar’s Cars franchise is almost 20 years old; the toys are still on the shelves and the Hudson brand is still more than a simple footnote in automotive history. Contrary to what people may… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Parked in ’62: 1957 Mercury Montclair Phaeton Coupe
I’d really like to know the story behind this ’57 Mercury Montclair. It was garaged in 1962 – when it was only five years old – and hasn’t been driven since. With modest details and only six photos provided… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Restored But Forgotten: 1972 Ford F-100
Ford introduced the F-Series of pickups after World War II (1948), and they would go on to be best-sellers to this day. Unlike previous light-duty trucks, the F-Series was no longer based on a car platform. The F-100 was… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
No Reserve: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Enthusiasts will typically accept a classic’s shortcomings if it is either completely original or exceptionally cheap. This 1963 Corvette Convertible has a few issues, and it isn’t completely original. However, with the seller listing it with No Reserve, it… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
V8 Transplant: 1993 Ford Mustang LX
Some classics have a fascinating backstory, and this 1993 Ford Mustang LX perfectly demonstrates that. When you assess its sparkling original factory paint and arrow straight panels, it is incredible to think that it came close to being parted… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Workshop Find: 1970 Ford Bronco
We are used to seeing First Generation Ford Bronco project candidates crossing our desks at Barn Finds that have been left exposed to the elements. This is rarely good since rust has a nasty habit of sinking its fangs… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 42 Comments
One of Twelve: Restored 1939 GMC Futurliner
The Futurliner was the brainchild of Charles Kettering, GM’s head of research. Kettering established the Parade of Progress after visiting the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair in 1933. The Parade began in 1936, with eight streamlined buses bringing exhibitions of… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
No Reserve: 1989 GMC Suburban 4×4
No Reserve. When those two words form part of an owner’s sales pitch, they typically draw potential buyers like a moth to a flame. This is particularly true when the vehicle in question offers plenty of space and creature… more»
