Desert Rescue: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle

1972 was a year for some lasts when it came to the Chevrolet Chevelle, with big changes in store for the following year, including a new Colonnade body style which was originally scheduled for ’72 but got pushed back… more»

No Reserve: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible

UPDATE 03/27/2023: Failing to sell a classic car at the first attempt can be frustrating, meaning patience is often required to succeed. This 1968 Camaro is a prime example. While none of its details have changed, it is listed… more»

Rare Saloon: 1954 Sunbeam-Talbot 90 Mk IIA

In 1901, the first Sunbeam motorcar was manufactured in the midst of a factory that made bicycles, and by 1905, Sunbeam Motor Car Company existed as a standalone business. Models proliferated, spurred by its chief designer’s fondness for racing…. more»

Driver Quality Collector: 1993 Ford Mustang Cobra

To me, one of the greatest finds is the collector vehicle that is just slightly down on its luck but not yet put out to pasture. I almost followed this advice with my junkyard find Mercedes 190E 2.3-16 –… more»

Original Owner: 1960 Datsun PLG221 Pickup

The earliest versions of a given model are often times the most sought-after examples, as buyers of those versions place a great deal of emphasis on provenance. In the case of this 1960 Datsun PLG221 pickup, the seller is… more»

Spotless Special: 1971 Ford Torino Halo Edition

At one point during the 1960s and 1970s, it seemed that manufacturers were releasing special editions of their existing models every second day to bolster sales. It seemed like overkill, but it was a clever market strategy. One such… more»

Affordable Big-Block Project: 1966 Chevrolet Biscayne

Typically, the words “Chevrolet big-block project” and “affordable” aren’t seen in the same sentence. Even as project candidates, any Chevrolet with the iconic V8 under the hood commands a premium over lesser mortals. However, this 1966 Biscayne could be… more»

Gold Standard! 1967 Imperial Crown Coupe

One of the big automotive mysteries, at least in my mind, is why ChryCo’s Imperial fell so short when compared to the sales numbers that Cadillac and Lincoln managed to put up. Take 1967 for example, all three luxury… more»

Battered Bandit! 1977 Pontiac Trans Am

The last week of May 1977 was a big week for young movie-goers. Both Star Wars and Smokey and the Bandit were released in theaters almost on the same day. I don’t remember which one I stood in line… more»

Stunning Survivor: 1969 Chevrolet Impala Custom

We’ve all seen those listings where a seller provides a bare minimum of words describing their vehicle. It leaves potential buyers wanting more and will often cause those people to throw up their hands and consign the classic to… more»

1970 Dodge Super Bee With 515 Horsepower!??

Have you ever heard an owner lamenting that they wished their classic had less power? Okay, now I’m being silly because that never happens. It certainly shouldn’t be the case with this 1970 Dodge Super Bee. These were hardly… more»

20 Foot Ferrari: 1987 Pontiac Fiero Mera

From 1980 to 1988, a very popular TV show called Magnum PI depicted a private detective who tooled around Hawaii in a Ferrari 308.  In a country already in love with cars of all sorts, Americans fell in love… more»

Two-Owner Survivor: 1965 Pontiac Le Mans

Sometimes, a classic car doesn’t need luxury or muscle credentials to make an impact. Often it can be all about the condition and ownership history, which is the case with this 1965 Pontiac Le Mans. It is a two-owner… more»

Highly Optioned 29k Mile 1969 Buick Electra 225 Convertible

New car buyers today are probably more demanding than at any time in automotive history. The concept of driving off the lot in a vehicle without power assistance for virtually everything is unthinkable, and yet, that was the norm… more»

Modified Muscle Bird: 1957 Ford Thunderbird

At first glance it’s not unusual to see a classic two-seater Baby Bird sporting aftermarket wire wheels. But dual side exhausts? Wha?? The seller shares that the “relatively pedestrian” Y Block engine is long gone and says with some… more»

Affordable Luxury: 1965 Jaguar S-Type

Jaguar’s Sir William Lyons pursued the saloon niche with a vengeance in the 1960s, introducing four models in quick succession. This constellation ranged from the limousine-like Mk X to the aristocratic luxury of the XJ6. The S-type sat between… more»

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