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Heirloom 1957 Pontiac Star Chief With Original V8 Springs Back to Life After 42 Years
Heirloom 1957 Pontiac Star Chief With Original V8 Springs Back to Life After 42 Years

27 May 2024, 14:08 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Parked for a total of 59 years, this 1957 Pontiac Star Chief has been in the same family since it was new. Now it runs again.

 
Stunning 1971 Plymouth GTX 440 Has a Rare Surprise Inside the Cabin
Stunning 1971 Plymouth GTX 440 Has a Rare Surprise Inside the Cabin

27 May 2024, 10:52 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / While it may not be as rare as the HEMI, this 440-powered Plymouth GTX is still scarce due to low production numbers for the 1971 model year.

 
This 1961 Studebaker Champ Truck Is Rare, Rust-Free, and Quite Unique
This 1961 Studebaker Champ Truck Is Rare, Rust-Free, and Quite Unique

26 May 2024, 16:04 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Produced for five years, the Studebaker Champ wasn't popular, but it introduced a few innovative features. It was the company's last hauler.

 
Mysterious 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad Needs More Than TLC To Shine Again
Mysterious 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad Needs More Than TLC To Shine Again

24 May 2024, 14:53 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / The wagon's condition isn't terrible as far as rust goes, but the vehicle is a big mess overall and the drivetrain is missing.

 
Early Production 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Flexes Houndstooth Interior and Rare Features
Early Production 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Flexes Houndstooth Interior and Rare Features

24 May 2024, 13:07 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Ever seen factory rear shoulder seatbelts in a 1969 Chevrolet Camaro? Well, this Canadian 327 was ordered with the rare option.

 
1970 Dodge Challenger R/T Looks Like a Rare HEMI Gem, but There's a Catch
1970 Dodge Challenger R/T Looks Like a Rare HEMI Gem, but There's a Catch

23 May 2024, 19:07 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Born with a 383-cubic-inch V8, this 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T now packs a 426 HEMI. But it's not true-blue Gen 2 powerplant.

 
1966 Chevy Bel Air 427 Is Not Your Grandpa's Daily Driver, Runs 10s
1966 Chevy Bel Air 427 Is Not Your Grandpa's Daily Driver, Runs 10s

23 May 2024, 13:15 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / About four seconds quicker than the stock 1966 Chevrolet Bel Air 427, this two-door sedan packs a few nasty upgrades under the hood.

 
1951 Studebaker Champion Restored 40 Years Ago Still Looks Stunning, Also Rare
1951 Studebaker Champion Restored 40 Years Ago Still Looks Stunning, Also Rare

23 May 2024, 11:04 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / The 1951 Studebaker Champion was quite successful with more than 140,000 units sold, but less than 4% of these cars were built as convertibles.

 
1970 Mercury Cougar Houndstooth Edition Emerges With Super Rare Color Combo
1970 Mercury Cougar Houndstooth Edition Emerges With Super Rare Color Combo

22 May 2024, 15:26 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Offered only in 1970, the Houndstooth Edition found its way on about 7,500 Cougars. However, only a few cars were ordered in this color combo.

 
This Hidden Backyard Is Loaded With Classic Cars Begging for a Second Chance
This Hidden Backyard Is Loaded With Classic Cars Begging for a Second Chance

22 May 2024, 13:34 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Millions of classic cars are still rotting away out there. This backyard is home to quite a few rigs from the 1950s to the 1970s.

 
Low-Mileage 1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Is Amazingly Original, Sells for a Cool $2 Million
Low-Mileage 1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Is Amazingly Original, Sells for a Cool $2 Million

22 May 2024, 10:04 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / This 1966 Shelby Cobra Roadster is part of a very exclusive club of 427 V8-powered cars that haven't been modified or crashed.

 
1969 Plymouth Road Runner Hides Aftermarket Goodies Under Air Grabber Hood
1969 Plymouth Road Runner Hides Aftermarket Goodies Under Air Grabber Hood

21 May 2024, 21:00 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / A recent restoration, this seemingly mundane 1969 Plymouth Road Runner hides a few upgrades inside the cabin and under the hood.

 
1959 Chevrolet Corvette Parked for 40 Years Shares Chicken Barn With Tens of Classics
1959 Chevrolet Corvette Parked for 40 Years Shares Chicken Barn With Tens of Classics

21 May 2024, 11:38 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Neglected for decades, these classic cars, pickups, and tractors look hopeless in the dusty chicken barn. But some may be worth saving.

 
Holy-Grail 1970 Dodge HEMI Challenger R/T SE Fails To Sell Despite $260K Bid
Holy-Grail 1970 Dodge HEMI Challenger R/T SE Fails To Sell Despite $260K Bid

20 May 2024, 20:24 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / The desirable 426 HEMI engine is numbers-matching, and the car comes with the original broadcast sheet and window sticker.

 
1970 Dodge Challenger R/T "The Grinch" Is a Different Kind of High-Impact Mopar
1970 Dodge Challenger R/T "The Grinch" Is a Different Kind of High-Impact Mopar

20 May 2024, 13:10 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Candy Apple Green was not a factory color on the 1970 Dodge Challenger, but this classic Mopar looks stunning in this hue.

 
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 LS6 Convertible Sells for Record Price
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 LS6 Convertible Sells for Record Price

20 May 2024, 10:31 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Has the market gone mad or is $660K a fair price for a rare 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 LS6 Convertible in Concours condition?

 
1966 Dodge HEMI Charger Is an Original Paint Survivor With Bad News Under the Hood
1966 Dodge HEMI Charger Is an Original Paint Survivor With Bad News Under the Hood

19 May 2024, 10:40 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Like most HEMI-equipped cars, the 1966 Charger is a rather scarce classic. Of the 37,344 examples sold, only 468 were fitted with the mighty 426.

 
Rare 1946 Lincoln Continental Leaves the Barn With Unexpected Surprise Under the Hood
Rare 1946 Lincoln Continental Leaves the Barn With Unexpected Surprise Under the Hood

18 May 2024, 20:36 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Revived immediate after World War II with minor improvements, the 1946 Lincoln Continental saw daylight in just 466 units.

 
1968 Dodge Charger R/T Has the Full Package: Rare HEMI, 4-Speed, Numbers Match
1968 Dodge Charger R/T Has the Full Package: Rare HEMI, 4-Speed, Numbers Match

17 May 2024, 15:17 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / The 1968 Dodge Charger was a big hit, selling nearly 97,000 units. However, fewer than 500 customers selected the 426 HEMI V8.

 
True Barn Find: 1964 Pontiac GTO Parked for 54 Years Comes With Rust and Two Engines
True Barn Find: 1964 Pontiac GTO Parked for 54 Years Comes With Rust and Two Engines

17 May 2024, 12:23 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Driven for only five years, this 1964 Pontiac GTO spent a whopping 54 years in a leaky barn. The original 389 Tri-Power V8 still exists.