Project Cars

1 of 1? No Reserve 1973 Ford Mustang Convertible

Almost any car is one of one if you break things down far enough, but that’s a cynical way to view this truly uncommon 1973 Mustang Convertible. With 11,853 sold, the ’73 ragtop was actually quite successful as the… more»

Neighborhood Errands: 1999 Bombardier NEV

The 1970s through the early 2000s were an interesting time for battery-powered vehicles. Most of them were experiments for around-town driving only. This unusual and rarely seen today 1999 Bombardier NEV (Neighborhood Electric Vehicle) Class-E is listed here on… more»

BF Auction: 1969 MGC GT

With the looming end of production for the Austin-Healey 3000, British Motor Company decided it needed a 6-cylinder-powered sports car to replace it. Given the high cost of developing a new model, it was decided to modify one of… more»

10 miles on Built 360 – 1966 Plymouth Barracuda

Plymouth spiced up its compact Valiant starting in model year 1964 with a nifty fastback variant called Barracuda. This 1966 Plymouth Barracuda in Waxahachie, Texas got a double-dose of Lone Star heat with a recently rebuilt 360 V8. The… more»

Under the Sea Find: 1940 Ford Super Deluxe

A story making the rounds this week has to do with exploration of one of our nation’s most significant shipwrecks, that of the U.S.S. Yorktown. The investigation of sunken ships has been a fascinating aspect of American culture in… more»

Cheap Project: 1982 Johnson Phantom

When hunting for a project to restore, it’s often beneficial to be patient and wait for one that won’t require an exhaustive amount of work, if it’s a mass-produced model that enters the marketplace frequently.  However, if your dream… more»

Rare Glass Roof: 1979 Lincoln Town Coupe

Does a rare option transcend concerns over rough cosmetic condition? This has been debated for some time, and the answer is never black and white. When a car is already limited in production numbers, and you combine that with… more»

Car Cornucopia: The Joop Stolze Dispersal Sale

Over the last year, we have been treated to several sales of large collections. Notable examples include the Palmen Barnfind Collection, and Rudi Klein’s Junkyard Collection. In about two weeks, Classic Car Auctions will complete a dispersal sale on… more»

Somewhere East of Laramie: 1959 Buick Electra Hardtop

Give it to Ned Jordan; with his famous “Somewhere West of Laramie” ad for the sporty Jordan Playboy, he put the mythical romance of the American West on wheels and we car fanatics were the better for it. Another… more»

Look! 3-On-The-Tree! 1973 Plymouth Satellite

When this car was new, there were probably few on the dealer’s lot like it. A 1973 Plymouth Satellite 2-door hardtop with gold paint and a white vinyl top – but with a Slant-Six engine and a “3-on-the-tree” manual… more»

Elvis Presley’s 1970 Cadillac Eldorado Guitar Car

Earning the prestigious title of The King Of Rock ‘N’ Roll is no small accomplishment, and not many musicians can claim they have a fan base the size of Elvis Presley.  Speaking of size, very few collectors can say… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1965 Rover 3-Liter Coupe

This 1965 Rover 3-Liter Coupe, also known as a P5 Mark II, has been parked in a garage for the past 15 years. Before being parked, it was in good working order and looks to be a survivor that… more»

Blown 440 Plus Dual Quads! 1966 Dodge Coronet

Here’s a 1966 Dodge Coronet that won’t appeal to the sleeper crowd, but will score big points with those who enjoy leaving no doubt that there’s some serious muscle going on under and over the hood here!  Although it… more»

Solid Original Project: 1977 Jeep CJ-5

Thankfully, there are many niches in the car world that enrich my life in ways that wouldn’t have been possible even 20 years ago; for example, there are patient souls who digitize and upload car commercials from our motoring… more»

Classic Touring Bike: 1980 BMW R100RT

When it comes to motorcycle ownership, owners tend to collect around a few different driving factors for riding. You have the sport bike riders, who hover between just wanting to occasionally go fast and having a legitimate death wish;… more»

Factory 402? No Reserve 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Project

With its combination of patina, primer, mismatched paint, and likely replaced front fenders, this 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle might initially be considered a hard pass for those looking for a solid project.  However, once you get down to the frame,… more»

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