Engineer Carl Fromm had the notion of going into the go-kart manufacturing business in 1951 and we’re told he built two prototypes of the Fromm-Mobile. Apparently, the project never got off the ground and go-kart #1 has stayed in… more»
Your Saab Story Begins: 1987 Saab 900S 16V
We have Pat L. to thank for throwing this modern classic our way. A 1987 Saab 900S 16V two-door hatchback has been on the streets of Coronado, CA for a few decades, piling up 170,000 miles, and now needs… more»
A 1971 Chevy Vega to “Rover” Around In
The Chevy Vega used to remind me of the body style of the Camaro. This one carries out the illusion—if you keep your eyes on the front clip. When you venture a gaze down the side, everything changes, as… more»
Bucking the Trend: 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Unless you built small, economical cars in the mid-1970s, chances are your sales were down. Thanks to the OPEC oil embargo in 1973 that forced Americans to get used to higher gasoline prices. One auto that bucked that trend… more»
4-Seat Dune Buggy! 1967 Volkswagen Berry Mini-T
Built by Berry Plasti-Glass Works in the late 1960s, the Mini-T was a kit car modeled after the Ford Model T. Based on a ‘67 VW Beetle platform, this edition is especially interesting and rare as it’s a 4-seater… more»
Old School Engineering: 1985 Dodge Diplomat
The 1980s Dodge Diplomat was part of a dying breed. V8-powered, carbureted, rear-wheel-drive automobiles that weren’t particularly good on gasoline (16 mph in the city). But Chrysler sold a lot of them along with its companion Plymouth Gran Fury… more»
American Rolls Royce: 1979 Clenet Series 1 Roadster
Ah, the neoclassical era of low-volume, high-zoot American-made machines. It’s amazing how many cars emerged from this time period of the late 70s and into the middle 80s sporting these classic vehicle looks with mundane engineering underneath. The Clenet… more»
Stunning Drop-Top: 1970 Dodge Challenger Convertible
I have never hidden my admiration for cars produced by Dodge and Plymouth on Chrysler’s E-Platform from 1970 until 1974. I have always felt they looked bold and muscular, an impression that is heightened when the original owner ordered… more»
No Reserve: 1978 Ford F150 Ranger XLT
This 1978 Ford F150 Ranger XLT leaves potential buyers with decisions to make. It is a tidy and rust-free survivor but could also serve as an excellent foundation for a straightforward restoration. It is mechanically healthy and ready to… more»
Museum Piece? 1963 Studebaker Avanti
Studebaker got a reprieve in the late 1950s with the compact Lark. That little car breathed life temporarily back into a company that suffered greatly from its merger with Packard. By the early 1960s, Studebaker’s fortunes were beginning to… more»
Driver-Quality Restoration: 1966 Pontiac GTO
The Pontiac GTO achieved legendary status as enthusiasts recognized it as the first genuine muscle car. Tidy examples are highly sought because the early GTO offers a perfect blend of looks and performance. This 1966 model recently emerged after… more»
Barn Find: 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider Project
Alfa Romeo evolved its sporting Giulietta series over a dozen years and at least five different body styles starting in 1954. Bertone’s coupe led the parade, followed in short order by a berlina and, in 1955, a spider. The… more»
The Redneck Limo: 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
For just $3,000, you can be the proud owner of this extensively modified 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan minivan, aka “The Redneck Limo,” now on Facebook Marketplace in Olympia, Washington. It’s running, barely. Thanks to Yargbull for this listing.
Worth Fixing? 1969 Bentley T1 Project
A Bentley, such as this 1969 T1 is one of the most exalted and admired British luxury cars of all time. I have always appreciated them more than the corresponding Rolls Royce, in spite of their similarity. Regardless, no… more»
All SHO, Some Go: 1990 Ford Taurus SHO
Assuming such a number could be calculated, I’d expect a vast majority of 1980s and (at least early-) 1990s mid-size family sedans met their demise in a scrapyard. I can confirm that all 2 of my family’s mid-size sedans… more»
Tough Farm Truck: 1948 Dodge Power Wagon
Once, long ago, we were a country that built things and worked hard. In the post-World War II days, much of that hard work was in rough places. Dodge made vehicles to go in those wild places that are… more»
