Contrary to popular belief, the concept of the hot rod didn’t only spring up in Southern California. In many areas of the country, the search for speed while on a budget infected many people, and they built faster, lower,… more»
Auctions Ending Soon
Jun 16, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Solid Survivor: 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 LTD Hardtop Coupe
Model year 1965 was a milestone year for The Big Three, especially the Ford Motor Company. It was the first time Ford had joined rival Chevrolet in the “Two-Million-Units-Sold Club” (thanks to the Mustang), and like their two other… more»
Jun 16, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
45k Miles: Like New 1973 Dodge Dart Swinger
The compact Dodge Dart was popular in the 1960s, but mostly with older folks before 1969. That’s when they introduced the Dart Swinger, a 2-door hardtop that added some physical pizzaz for younger buyers. Especially when equipped with a… more»
Jun 16, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
2X2 Motorcycle: 1969 Rokon Trail-Breaker Mark III
It might be hard to believe that a company that made what many consider the most-rugged off-road motorcycle of all time, was once owned by a cosmetics company. Merle Norman Cosmetics owner, J.B. Nethercutt – yes, the same one… more»
Jun 16, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Road or Track: 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Consider the poverty of the American car scene in the 1970s. The dominant themes were horsepower reduction and fuel efficiency, sapping fun from the driving experience. Only Japan was meeting our new requirements handily, sending over cars like the… more»
Jun 16, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Package Deal Pairing: 1963 Studebaker Avanti
The Studebaker Avanti is one of the most talked about automotive failures of the 1960s. Not because it was a bad car, but because Studebaker’s financial woes practically doomed it from the start. They were only in production for… more»
Jun 16, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Running Project: 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS 409
One of the hottest cars you could buy in 1963 with the Chevy Impala with the Super Sport option and a 409 cubic inch V8. That engine was only in production for five years (1961 to 1965) but has… more»
Jun 16, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
34k Documented Miles: 1971 Dodge Charger
Mileage claims can be a slippery slope in the classic world, and many buyers have fallen victim to cars that aren’t all they appear to be. However, that isn’t the case with this 1971 Dodge Charger. The seller doesn’t… more»
Jun 16, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Stored For 63 Years! 1960 Renault 4CV
I always describe my automotive taste as eclectic. I am drawn to classic muscle and pony cars, while I respect traditional luxury vehicles and European exotics. However, small cars are undeniably attractive, especially when they are original and unrestored…. more»
Jun 16, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Needing a Makeover: 1956 Chevrolet Corvette
Corvettes are some of the most customized and individualized vehicles on the planet. These personal expressions can range from mild to wild, with some going even further than that. While on the surface, this 1956 Chevrolet Corvette doesn’t look… more»
Jun 16, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Museum Piece: 1966 Fiat 600D Multipla
The Minivan was the rising star of the 1980s new car market, and it seemed that as the decade progressed, every manufacturer wanted a slice of the action. However, Fiat comfortably beat them to the punch with its 1956… more»
Jun 16, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Off the Road for 11 Long Years: 1946 Chevrolet Fleetmaster
Eleven years off the road can be a long time for an old car already dealing with the negative effects of neglect. This 1946 Chevrolet Fleetmaster coupe is a car that, after eleven years of being parked, is in… more»
Jun 15, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Ultra-Rare Color: 1994 Chevrolet Corvette
Rarity claims are nothing new in the classic world and sometimes don’t stand scrutiny. However, those made by this 1994 Chevrolet Corvette’s seller are verifiable, allowing this survivor to stand out in any crowd. Its claim to fame is… more»
Jun 15, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Lost Storage: Spotless 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 5.0-Liter
There are an almost infinite number of reasons why a seller might decide to part with a beloved classic, although the ones beyond their control are typically the most disappointing. Such is the case with this 1988 Chevrolet Camaro…. more»
Jun 15, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Running And Cheap: 1975 Porsche 914
Locating a solid Porsche 914 reasonably priced is about as easy to find as an honest politician. While the basic design of these revolutionary cars was fantastic for its time, some spots on these cars are prone to rusting… more»
Jun 15, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Rebuilt 440 V8! 1969 Chrysler 300 Drop-Top
The Chrysler 300 Letter Series debuted in 1955 as Detroit’s first true muscle car. That was nearly a decade before the Pontiac GTO was bestowed with that credit. In 1962, Chrysler took advantage of the “300” name by creating… more»
