Just 2,700 Miles! 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP

The G8 was a full-size sedan built in Australia and sold by Pontiac in the U.S. It was a rebadge of the Holden Commodore, with Holden being a General Motors subsidiary located “down under.” Shortly after the G8’s debut… more»

Rare Barn Find: 1954 Ford Crestline Skyliner

Although it didn’t look like it on the surface, 1954 was a big year for Ford. The primary reason was an entirely new V8 engine, the Y-Block, which replaced the vaunted “flathead” after decades of production. The second was… more»

Wholesale Lot Find? 1998 Ford Escort SE Wagon

Do any of you get as excited as I do about seeing a completely ordinary car show up in extraordinary shape at a dealer? This is a phenomenon I often associate with older owners or estate settlements where the… more»

Double Bubble Project: 1958 Fiat Abarth 750 GT Zagato

The first car Carlo Abarth manufactured wasn’t an Abarth at all: the 204A was developed from the dregs of Cisitalia, which went bankrupt in 1949 while Abarth was working for Piero Dusio. Lightweight and designed strictly for racing, the… more»

Former Race Car: One-Owner 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340

The Plymouth Barracuda finally shed its Valiant roots in 1970 with a new E-body platform. The result was a much better-looking car that initially saw sales increase by nearly 50%. The seller is the original owner of this 1970… more»

350-Powered 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS Convertible

While some enthusiasts prioritize originality above all else, others will compromise, provided the vehicle in question retains its inherent character. If you fall into the latter category, you may be drawn to this 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS Convertible. It… more»

46k Miles: 1972 Oldsmobile 442

From the front on, this 1972 Oldsmobile 442 has a look that says to the world, “respect me.” However, that impression is heightened by the seller’s images. That impression is unsurprising, because it is a two-owner classic with a… more»

Garage Find: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Project With Extras

If you’ve been hunting for a first-gen Camaro project that hasn’t been sitting out in the weeds, this one might be worth a closer look. This 1969 Chevrolet Camaro has reportedly been under the same ownership since 2004 and,… more»

Prancing Project: 1981 Ferrari 400i V12 5-Speed

This is a potentially interesting opportunity for the Ferrari collector, or someone who wishes to become one (more likely the latter). The 400i is far from the most desirable model out there, but that all changes when it’s equipped… more»

Great Big Cat: 1965 Pontiac Catalina Ventura

California locales Catalina and Ventura both feature in the name of this large two-door Pontiac. Catalina is the model, a full-sized Poncho offering. Ventura is the trim package, which fancied up the interior and appeared in exterior “Ventura” emblems…. more»

Only 22k Miles? 1978 Ford Mustang II

1978 was the final year before the Fox platform began carrying Ford’s pony car, and this second-generation Mustang II appears to be a very nicely preserved example all the way around.  This is one of those scenarios where the… more»

Concours Show Winner: 1956 Ford Thunderbird

For decades, many a car person longed for a two-seat “Baby Bird,” and I’m no exception. My phase was early on in my teens, as a high-school student in the mid 1990s, when I would have done almost anything… more»

BF Auction: 1975 Chevrolet Cosworth Vega #14

Here’s a hypothetical scenario: Imagine if Chevrolet had concocted the Cosworth Vega in 1965 rather than introducing it as a 1975 model. Imagine that they didn’t have to submit the drivetrain to the EPA for emissions certification, and instead,… more»

AWD 5-Speed: 30K Mile 2000 Toyota Platz

Economy cars may not be the first choice for many of us who prefer high-performance vehicles, but we can all appreciate a survivor – especially one that packs an unusual combination of features. The Toyota Echo is a vehicle… more»

Rust-Free Project: 1967 Ford Bronco

Whether it is as a turnkey proposition or a project candidate, one of the greatest challenges buyers face when searching for a First Generation Ford Bronco is locating a rust-free example. However, that isn’t an issue with this 1967… more»

Early Hydramatic Equipped! 1941 Oldsmobile 78

When you think about Oldsmobile, other than it being defunct, what comes to mind? I think of OHV V8s (1949), front wheel drive (1966), air bags (1974), and, of course, automatic transmissions via the Hydramatic (1940). GM’s tech leader?… more»

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