When people plunk down the money to purchase a collectible car, they usually do so for one of two reasons: as an investment or for enjoyment. Throwing money down the drain is never a good idea, but sometimes cars… more»
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Mar 21, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Legendary Handling: 1973 Lotus Europa
When Colin Chapman sat down to design sports cars, his primary goal was to make the vehicle light as possible. While others were adding weight in the name of horsepower and the braking, wide wheels and tires, beefed up… more»
Mar 13, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Fair Weather, Open Air Funmobile: 1973 Volkswagen Thing
I’ve been living in my neck of the woods of North Carolina for 20 years and last week I spotted my first Volkswagen Thing on the road. And it was orange, too. So when I saw this orange Thing… more»
Feb 21, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
32k Original Miles: 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle
Twenty years after the end of World War II, my dad (who served in the Navy aboard the U. S. S. Texas battleship), bought his first Volkswagen, a Ruby Red 1965 Beetle. He loved that car and was impressed… more»
Feb 18, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Land Yacht or Muscle Car: 1973 Pontiac LeMans
The automotive industry was undergoing a lot of change in 1973. The A body LeMans was replaced with the new colonnade body style. Pat L. found this example for sale here on Craigslist. The LeMans is located in Los… more»
Dec 15, 2022 • For Sale • 20 Comments
632 CID V8: 1973 Pontiac Trans Am
This frame off, rotisserie restored 1973 Pontiac Trans Am is located in Cypress, Texas near Houston. The car is painted in 1970-1972 Trans Am livery and is modified with aftermarket 18″ billet wheels, Vintage Air AC and a modern… more»
Dec 9, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Cameo White Project: 1973 Pontiac Trans Am
The 1973 Pontiac Trans Am was only offered in three colors – Cameo White, Buccaneer Red and Brewster Green. This Cameo White example is clearly a project and the seller states that the engine and transmission are long gone…. more»
Nov 30, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Camper Special: 1973 Chevrolet C30 Dually Pickup
Chevrolet introduced its new third generation of trucks in 1973 which frankly made truck history. The new design was stunning and offered more features and comfort than ever before. The new square body design was four years in the… more»
Sep 25, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Restoration Candidate? 1973 VW Karmann Ghia Coupe
In 1965 when I was ten, my dad bought his first new car: a Ruby Red ’65 VW Beetle. I remember tagging along with him to the small VW dealership in town one Saturday. As Dad was “negotiating” with… more»
Sep 16, 2022 • For Sale • 36 Comments
A Little Thing: 1973 VW Thing Shorty
If somebody pointed at this unusual-looking two-seater and said, “What is THAT Thing,?” well, they’d be halfway right. It’s a 1973 Volkswagen Thing that’s had a major “midsection reduction” and is now officially a Shorty. Just when you thought… more»
Jul 24, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Field Find: 1973 International Harvester Scout II
This 1973 International Scout II is sitting out in a field near Gonzales, Texas. It looks like it was just abandoned and the earth is trying to swallow it up. The seller is asking $4,500. The original color appears… more»
Apr 24, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
1973 Chevrolet Corvette L-82 4-Speed
Reader Pat L. sent us this nice looking 1973 Corvette to examine. The car is for sale here on Craigslist for an asking price of $15,000. The car is equipped with its numbers matching L-82 engine backed by a… more»
Mar 25, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
4 Speed Beauty: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1973 Chevrolet Corvette could be ordered in three different shades of blue. There was Code 922 Medium Blue, Code 927 Dark Blue and Code 945 which was a blue green mix. The original owner of this 1973 Corvette… more»
Mar 25, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Modified 454/4-speed: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
Some enthusiasts like a bone stock car while others like to modify their looks and performance. Clearly, the owner of this 1973 Chevrolet Corvette decided to modify this car and added side pipes, aftermarket wheels, flared rear quarter panels… more»
Mar 17, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Cobra Jet Sportsroof: 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Over the years, Ford has produced some bold styling. I think the Mustang Sportsroof is one of those cars. It is unique, elegant and beautiful. With the half vinyl top, this car really accents the fast back design of… more»
Feb 24, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
LT RS 4 Speed: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
What is more fun than driving a LT-1 powered 4 speed 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z28? The car is located in Austin, Texas and is listed here on eBay. The car is bid to over $39,600 and the reserve has… more»
