I read an interview with an executive from the automotive industry who stated that one of the most challenging aspects of vehicle development is devising a name for the new model destined for the showroom floor. Invoking an emotional… more»
Auctions Ending Soon
Jun 20, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Missing Cylinder Head Screw: 1978 Lotus Esprit Series 1
Giorgetto Giugiaro went to work at Fiat’s Special Vehicles Division at seventeen – mostly likely younger than many of us were when we purchased our first car. Fiat ignored his design work, so he approached Bertone, who sold one… more»
Jun 20, 2024 • For Sale • 31 Comments
The Living Room Lambo: 1970 Lamborghini Miura P400 S
We’ve all had the occasion to be slightly protective of our vehicular pride and joy. I have routinely crammed four cars into a traditional two car garage in the interest of protecting as many of them as I can… more»
Jun 20, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Movie Taxi Prop: 1975 Chevrolet Nova
One of the best-selling cars built by Chevrolet in the 1960s and 1970s was the Chevy II/Nova. The car got a major redesign in 1968, and – from then through 1972 – it would be a best-seller. Things got… more»
Jun 20, 2024 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Shorty Project: 1978 Cadillac Seville
The Seville was the first “smaller” Cadillac, born in the mid-1970s in response to rising demand for European luxury automobiles. And the increasing price of gasoline, which began climbing in 1973. Using mechanical components and a modified chassis from… more»
Jun 20, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Rare Fila Edition: 1985 Ford Thunderbird Garage Find
Seeking to bring back some elements of excitement lost with the eighth-generation models, Ford redesigned the Thunderbird again in 1983, and for the first time, a Turbo Coupe became available, featuring a turbocharged four-cylinder under the hood. Another noteworthy… more»
Jun 20, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Special Order: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am Y88
Some buyers take a minimalist approach when ordering a new car, feeling that the most basic model will fulfill their needs. This 1978 Pontiac Trans Am sits at the other end of the spectrum. Its original owner virtually wore… more»
Jun 20, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Original 340/4-Speed: 1973 Dodge Challenger Rallye
What separates a good project candidate from a great one? That’s a loaded question because the answer varies depending on who you ask. However, when a vehicle retains its numbers-matching drivetrain and is a rock-solid classic with its original… more»
Jun 20, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Estate Sale: 1960 Triumph TR3 “A”
It’s 1953 and Triumph has brought a new car to Jabbeke, Belgium, to race it down a nearly flat, nearly straight stretch of road between Brussels and Ostend. This unique bit of carriageway was a perfect test “track” for… more»
Jun 20, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Rare in Silver: 1978 Ferrari 512 BB
The official color for a silver Ferrari from the era in which this Berlinetta Boxer (BB) was built is Argenta Nurburgring. It’s certainly a mouthful, but as it relates to the paint codes the BB was offered in, it’s… more»
Jun 20, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Patina Pontiac: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am
In 1977, the only movie that did better in theaters than Smokey and the Bandit was Star Wars. This 1977 Pontiac Trans Am is not a “Bandit” or Y84 car but it is a black Trans Am, at least… more»
Jun 19, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
74k Original Miles: One Owner 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood
Classics come in all shapes and sizes, and cars like this 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood will appeal to someone seeking a luxurious motoring experience. It is a one-owner vehicle with a genuine 74,000 miles on the clock. The seller has… more»
Jun 19, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Dealer Painted: No Reserve 1966 Ford Bronco
This 1966 Bronco demonstrates how dramatically the new car sales scene has changed in the last five decades. If you order a new Bronco today, the dealership will perform a pre-delivery inspection and typically install any genuine accessories you… more»
Jun 19, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Early Civilian Jeep: 1946 Willys CJ2A
Willy-Overland built and sold a bundle of Jeeps to the U.S. government for the 1940s war effort. After World War II ended, they also wanted to capitalize on the commercial market. Enter the “CJ” Series which stood for Civilian… more»
Jun 19, 2024 • For Sale • 2 Comments
Spotless Driver: 1974 Dodge Dart Sport 360
It is undeniable that by the mid-1970s, tight emission regulations had sapped engine power. Once potent V8s developed a reputation for transforming fuel into noise, and outright performance seemed a thing of the past. However, companies like Dodge stepped… more»
Jun 19, 2024 • Auctions • 26 Comments
BF Auction: 1989 Jaguar XJS Convertible
When it came out in 1975, the Jaguar XJS had some big shoes to fill. The E-Type was fast and beautiful. How could Jaguar improve on it? The new XJS enjoyed a 21-year production run and outsold the E-Type… more»
