Pick of the Day: 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado Brougham
Oldsmobile launches second generation The Toronado's front-wheel drive is a unique safety feature. One ad said: "With the weight of the Toronado's engine positioned over the drive wheels, it provides impressive traction on wet, slippery roads. It gives a sense of confidence you can appreciate." Today's Pick is a 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado Brougham for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Middle River, Maryland. (Click the link to view the list) "This car has been well maintained and looks great," the listing begins. After four different generations and nearly 30 years, the two-door Toronado was sold as a personal luxury car by General Motors' Oldsmobile division. Compared to previous models, the wheelbase of second-generation (1971 to 1978) Toronado models increased from 119 inches to 122 inches. After all, it was an era when many American buyers believed "bigger is better." One of the unique exterior features of Toronados of this era was the high-mounted brake light mounted above the…
Pick of the Day: 2002 Jaguar XK8 Convertible
Be part of a car enthusiast It’s daydreaming and online shopping. You end up seeing a variety of vehicles and imagining how to update them and where to drive them. Over the past few years, I've collected quite a few listings for the first-generation Jaguar XK8. Most of them are green, blue, or some kind of red. Is there a color I rarely see on the XK8 that sparks my car fantasies? white. That's why our Pick of the Day, a 2002 Jaguar XK8 convertible listed on ClassicCars.com by a Florida dealer, is even more attractive than it is now. The 1990s were a period of significant change for British car brands. In 1998, Volkswagen acquired Bentley and BMW acquired Rolls-Royce. Ford supplied important engines to its two British brands: Aston Martin received its first V12 engine, and Jaguar received its first V8 engine, which it introduced into its line-up with the XK8 coupe and convertible. . Their curves suit…
1966 Chevrolet C10 Flatbed Truck
There's something there The automotive industry is a gap that companies have been trying to fill. Yes, they like to fill their order books and dealers with new models, but that's not what I mean. I'm talking about white space, the area that exists between two models. The BMW X6 is a great example of this, as it fills the gap between a coupe and a traditional SUV. Our Pick of the Day is a dealer-listed 1966 Chevrolet C10 flatbed truck on ClassicCars.com that fills the gap between a pickup truck and a traditional van. According to a 1966 brochure, Chevrolet offered 11 Step-Vans in 21 different body sizes. But customers don't have to default to a standard pickup truck if the style or size isn't right. They could buy something in the space between the two: a panel truck. The car is painted in an attractive combination of Lemonwood Cream and Ebony Tan, drawing attention to the enclosed cargo…
Pick of the Day: 1953 Buick Super Riviera
Modern car packed with people and technology. Thanks to the advent of driver assistance features, advanced infotainment systems, and voice command integration, our vehicles have become rolling computers. I saw a story on some Buick forums about the owner of a 1962 Buick Electra showing his radio to some young men. "Does your car have a voice-activated radio?" he asked. "No," they said. "Look at this," he replied. With that, he ordered "change station" while surreptitiously pressing a button on the floor near the brake pedal to advance his radio to the next station. Foot-mounted radio buttons are a thing of the past, but 70 years ago they were a common feature. Today's pick is a 1953 Buick Super Riviera two-door hardtop for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Salt Lake City, Utah. (Click the link to view the list) Yes, its Wonder Bar radio has a foot control! "Acquired by the current owner from the original owner…
1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Convertible
one of the greatest things As a car enthusiast, you can participate in the hobby even if you don't drive. A simple walk through the shopping district is filled with interesting sights to spark your inner interest. The only problem is, you never know the story behind a particular vehicle that catches your eye. But if you happened to see our Daily Pick in person, a 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Convertible listed on ClassicCars.com by a New York City dealer, you'd know the background and details information. Part of the W111 series of vehicles, the V8-powered 280SE 3.5 ran from the late 1950s to the early 1970s and was relatively rare in production over the past few years, especially in convertible form. Of the hundreds of thousands of W111s produced, only 1,232 were 280SE 3.5 convertibles. The car is a Texas car with only two owners and approximately 43,000 miles, according to the selling dealer. Of course, the passage of…
Pick of the Day: 2000 BMW Z3
let me start I said I love the BMW Z3 and I personally own one, so I'm a bit biased towards these cars. In fact, I think the Z3 is the best modern version of an old roadster ever made. Yes, Mazda still sells Miatas, but a 20-plus-year-old Z3 still feels better than any Miata I've driven (especially the interior). That's my opinion, but it's based on spending a lot of time in each vehicle. The Z3's materials were better, the car felt more solid, and the options far exceeded what Mazda was offering at the time. The reason is simple: the Z3 is a much more expensive car than the Miata, and the BMW can do things the Mazda can't do at the same price point. BMW's main focus was that while this car was powered by the M44 1.9 liter I4, a number of really great BMW I6 engines soon followed, making the Z3 a car with more…
1959 GMC 150 Napco 4X4
The truck has become like this Luxurious and expensive, they are used so often to transport families around that we overlook the fact that they were once work vehicles, whether in a quarry or lumber yard. Work is exactly what our Pick of the Day, a 1959 GMC 150 NAPCO 4X4 pickup listed by a private seller on ClassicCars.com, is for - twice. According to the seller, this 150 was "purchased new in California in 1959 for the forestry department and equipped with a Napco 4×4 system," which was an available GMC factory-installed option. This type of service can take a big toll on your truck's body, suspension, engine, and interior. At some point the man retired from the U.S. Forest Service, but even then it didn't get the job done. Luckily, it sounds like it's going to be a much less demanding job than before. The seller said the truck was used as a "perfect piece of advertising" for…
Pick of the Day: 1953 Packard Patrician
Cadillac might be The Packard was the epitome of American luxury to me when I was a fledgling car enthusiast, but history shows that the Packard was the world standard throughout the 1940s. Several miscues hurt Packard's standing. Our daily picks embody the last vestiges of Packard tradition before it once again became a Cadillac contemporary. This 1953 Packard Patrician four-door sedan is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Houston. (Click the link to see the list.) 1912 First self-starting engine. 1914 The first mass-produced V8 engine. 1915 “The Punishment of Leadership.” 1929 The first synchromesh transmission. The first V16 in 1930. 1933 First adjustable suspension. High compression 1949 V8 engine. Cadillac made an impact in Detroit and overseas, but America's premier luxury car brand - one of the three P's (the others being Pierce-Arrow and Peerless) - also left its mark. Isn’t it ironic that it also begins with a copywriter’s pen? In 1902, "Ask…
Pick of the Day: 2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8
last week i got Get the chance to drive an amazing car during the Hilton Head Racing Weekend. The car is an Alpina V8 Roadster. Yes, this car is a BMW Z8, but when it was built in Alpina form, it was called a V8 Roadster. It has all the incredible hand-built quality of the standard Z8, but changes the suspension, engine, wheels, gearbox and some internal parts to Alpina-supplied parts. The springs inside are the same as the regular Z8, but the shock absorbers have different valving for a more comfortable ride, and the engine isn't the S62 from the E39 M5, but a heavily modified M62 V8 - the house of Alpina. Additionally, it doesn’t have a six-speed manual gearbox, but a five-speed automatic. While this sounds bad, it actually makes this RV more practical and easier to drive in day-to-day use. Total production of the Alpina V8 roadster version of the Z8 was only 555 units, making…
Daily Pick: 1992 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
“Hotter than Texas chili” says a magazine ad for the Chevrolet Camaro. Chevrolet continued: "What's so great about the Z28? Everything. Styling, performance, comfort." The car was promoted for its "boiling shape." Is this car really as spicy as promised? Might want to buy this and find out: Today's Pick is a 1992 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 for sale on ClassicCars.com from a private seller in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Click the link to view the list) "Without a doubt, it is one of the best Z28 Camaro convertibles of its time," the listing reads. "This is a 31 year owner car with the original window sticker, all books, receipts, keys and a total of 35,000 miles from new. "The car is very impressive both inside and out, And all in colors befitting a performance car. Red paint, red leather upholstery and even red alloy wheels provide a consistent theme throughout the exterior. Introduced in 1982, the third-generation Camaro and its F-body sibling,…
Pick of the Day: 1959 Fuel-Injected Chevrolet Impala
what is classic A 1950s Chevrolet? Most would say one of the Tri-Fives, the 1955 model is probably the purest version of the series, perhaps in Nomad form. Others may point out that the finny '57 has fuel injection and therefore should be a Top Dog. With that, I recommend our Daily Pick as the most classic bowtie of the 1950s, this 1959 Chevrolet Impala fuel-injected convertible. It is currently for sale on ClassicCars.com from a dealer in Chatsworth, California. (Click the link to view the list) Everyone knows the story of Chevrolet and Chrysler in the 1950s, but let's recap it to increase my word count: Chevrolet went from an obscure reputation in 1955 to something completely different. From a car for librarians to a performance brand, Chevrolet deserves the same praise, but a few years earlier. The 1955 Chevrolet embodied the best of Harley Earl's styling studio in America's popular low-price brand, combined with the fine engineering of…
Pick of the Day: 1996 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
this Daily Picks is a 1996 Chevrolet Corvette coupe listed on ClassicCars.com by a Missouri dealer. Whenever I see the letters NCRS (National Corvette Restoration Society), I automatically think of a well-preserved C1 or a restored C3. It's hard to believe that this organization also judges C4 Corvettes, but the reality is that the latest fourth-generation Corvettes, like this 1996 coupe, are nearly 30 years old. The 1996 model year was significant in Corvette history. It marked the end of the C4, which Chevrolet celebrated in more ways than one. It still offers the 300-horsepower LT1 V8, but also released a high-performance 5.7-liter V8 called the LT4. It produces 330 horsepower and 340 pound-feet of torque and is standard equipment on the Grand Sport, a model name that returns after more than 30 years of absence and is only available in 1996 Collector's Edition models and regular Vette models with the six-cylinder engine. - Speed manual transmission. By the time…
Pick of the Day: 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1
1969, winner The winner of the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) Manufacturers' Rally Championship was a Ford Mustang Mach 1. This grueling endurance race involves 8,000 miles of rallying, with Ford ensuring plenty of marketing use from the victory. A magazine ad from the time was titled "Mach 1 is pronounced Mach Won." Today's Featured is a 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1 for sale on ClassicCars.com from a private seller in Billings, Montana. (Click the link to view the list) "Owned and maintained by the same owner since 1975, this vehicle has been meticulously maintained throughout its life," the listing begins. "No history of collision damage or body repairs. Stored indoors, Never drive in snow; it is completely rust-free." I'm a data geek, so I went straight to a photo of a decorative label. It decodes as follows: Production date: May 1973 Body code 63R: Two-door SportsRoof Mach 1 Color Code 6F: Golden Ray Trim Code GF: Medium Ginger…
Pick of the Day: 1958 Chevrolet Apache
There are two extremes Speaking of classic vehicles: On one end of the spectrum are those that have never been driven and have been stored forever in a climate-controlled garage; on the other are vehicles that have been heavily used and driven to the point of cosmetic rot, if not outright mechanical failure. Fortunately, there's a middle ground that allows classics to be unleashed without being completely destroyed. Our Pick of the Day - a 1958 Chevrolet Apache listed on ClassicCars.com by a private seller roams here. The Chevrolet Task Force truck line was introduced in 1955 and updated in 1958 with new names: Apache for light duty, Viking for medium duty, and Spartan for heavy duty. The Apache gets updates like a new grille, sheet metal, quad headlights, and interior trim. Former Chevrolet general manager Jim Perkins said the seller of the '58 Series 32 calls it a "P&A (parts and accessories) demo car." This explains its front bumper…
Pick of the Day: 1955 Panhard Dyna Z
car history Many ugly cars were produced. While styling and design are subjective, sometimes we have to look beyond the surface to discover engineering solutions that may be superior to the ones that failed us. Our Daily Pick is one of those vehicles: a 1955 Panhard Dyna Z. It is listed on ClassicCars.com for sale by a private seller in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. (Click the link to see the list.) There was a book I read as a kid called "Cars of the Fifties and Sixties" by Michael Sedgwick. What fascinates me the most is not the finned flyers I want to see, but the strange cars from Europe. Many of these cars have become mainstream in the American auction scene, such as the Amphicar and Messerschmitt, but the Panhard Dyna remains a curiosity. 1937 Panhard Dynamic Advertising The Panhard probably resonates most with American enthusiasts because of its Panhard rods, but the company built cars that spanned several different…
Pick of the Day: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
key ingredient in any substance A good "restomod recipe" is the engine. All we can say is that this car is the most Delicious Builds I've seen in a while: The Pick of the Day is a 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Russellville, Missouri. (Click the link to see the list) Sure, the paint job is eye-catching, but pop the hood, because that's the real eye candy. Power comes from the Corvette's fuel-injected 5.7-liter LS1 V8 engine, mated to a four-speed 4L60E automatic transmission. The good stuff doesn't stop there. The car also gets upgraded performance headers, a dual exhaust system and an aluminum radiator with an electric fan. The '55 Chevrolet took the automotive world by storm with its new styling, and the '56 took it a step further with a new grille, curved side moldings, and revised taillights. "Nothing climbs like a '56 Chevy, without wings," the ad says.…
Pick of the Day: 1975 AMC Hornet
What is the cheapest Can you buy a James Bond car? Well, you know it's not an Aston Martin DB5, or a BMW Z8, or even a Lotus Esprit. Prices for all of these cars range from about $50,000 to about $1 million. There yes cars used in james bond movies and One of the most incredible 007 stunts of the 1970s: AMC Bumblebee. The Daily Pick is one of those cars, a 1975 AMC Hornet located in California and listed on ClassicCars.com. The example we have here is the exact same color combination used in The Man with the Golden Gun. The seller describes this Hornet as having the original six-cylinder engine that was refurbished in 2020 and paired with a three-speed Torque Command automatic transmission. They added that the car has a new paint job and a redone factory-correct interior. The car needs a carburetor gasket replaced, but the tires are new. When all was said and done,…
Pick of the Day: 1970 Ford Mustang “T5”
Ford Mustang It was Detroit's postwar success story, but Ford ran into problems selling the model in Germany. It seems that a company that makes trucks owns the rights to the name. Our Pick of the Day is a 1970 Ford T5 SportsRoof, one of the cars that solves this problem. It is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a dealer in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. (Click this link to view the list.) The problem with the Mustang fell to Krupp Steel (now ThyssenKrupp). Krupp's history includes artillery, railroads, tanks and trucks, and it was the production of the latter from 1951 to 1968 that put Ford in trouble until the trademark expired in 1973. That's why the Ford Mustang has another name in Germany. Where did T5 come from? This was Ford's internal code when the original Mustang was taking shape. Why is the production car called T5? I can only suspect that branding the Mustang with another name is…
Pick of the Day: 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass Gasser
Chrysler might be The company has a reputation for engineering, but it's hard to argue that GM held that title in 1960s Detroit. Case in point: the 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. The car spawned three "premium compacts," each with a novel engineering approach. One of these three cars is our Daily Pick: a 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass gasoline engine. It is for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Lake Forest, California. (Click the link to see the list) Let's review them one by one, starting with Pontiac: The Tempest is the least expensive of the three premium compacts, but Pontiac didn't skimp on engineering. Unique to the Tempest is its cable-driven transaxle and independent rear suspension. While the Trophy 4 engine is no engineering marvel, it is still unique in that it is half the 389 V8. For more power, Buick's 215 V8 was optional until Pontiac introduced the 326 in 1963. Incredibly, Pontiac retained the transaxle for its…
Daily Pick: 1947 Ford Super Luxury Car
"There's a Ford In your future! "After the war" in the mid to late 1940s, "Ford" became a popular slogan for Ford as consumer demand rebounded and domestic automobile production resumed to meet demand. Ford luxury cars were among the noteworthy vehicles produced at the time one. The Pick of the Day is a 1947 Ford Super Deluxe 8 Coupe for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Colorado Springs, Colorado. (Click the link to see the list) “My dad drove this car while serving in the Navy in Kansas,” the listing reads. "He's only the second owner, and it's been in the family for 69 years." The seller says the car has been garaged since 1963 and was restored inside and out in 2017 by Don Sprague of Golden West Enterprises . The "Deluxe" line of cars first entered the Ford family in 1938 as a mid-range product between Ford's "Standard" line and luxury Lincoln cars. Marketing materials…
Pick of the Day: 1965 Chrysler Newport Convertible
Chrysler Corporation was The Chrysler brand was going through some tough times in the early 1960s, but not as hard as its cheaper siblings. When the C-body debuted in 1965, Chrysler was able to move forward with optimism in a way it had not been able to do for eight years. Our daily pick, a 1965 Chrysler Newport convertible, is one of those cars that shines. It is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a dealer in Farmingdale, New York. (Click the link to view the list) The 1957 Chrysler cars were outstanding because of their beautiful styling and engineering. Put a Buick next to it, and the GM car clearly looks shabby in comparison. However, quality problems plagued the entire Chrysler Corporation, and sales in 1958 suffered from reputation and economic decline. The redesigned 1959 car wasn't bad, but it pales in comparison to GM's all-new cars. Chrysler attempted to rectify the problems with the 1960 model year with…
1969 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 427
this Daily Picks is a 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray coupe listed by an Indiana dealer on ClassicCars.com. Whenever you decide to buy a performance car, you start going downhill. Before purchasing a 2008 Ford Mustang in 2022, my logic was that if I was going to spend time researching the Mustang and test driving it, and then take out a loan to buy one, I might as well buy a V8. This made me buy not just any V8 model, but a Bullitt. This 1969 Corvette might lead you down a similar path. Why buy a C3 Corvette when you can get a big 427 like this? The selling dealer didn't provide much information about the car beyond the basics, but it covers a lot. The rest is obvious. The curvaceous coupe comes from the second model year of the third-generation Corvette. Judging from the colors and available palette of '69 Vettes, this appears to be finished in a nice…
Pick of the Day: 1955 Cadillac Series 60 Special
In Detroit, you can always Rely on evolution, sometimes not always in the best way. Too often, we witness a special model being watered down into something less special. Our Daily Picks aren't often used as examples of this, but they're worth discussing. This 1955 Cadillac Fleetwood Series 60 Special is listed on ClassicCars.com for sale by a dealer in West Chester, Pennsylvania. (Click the link to see the list) In the early days, Cadillac models (like many brands) were listed in different series. For example, the 1938 Cadillac model lineup included the Series Sixty, Series Sixty-five, Series Seventy-five, and Series Ninety, the latter powered by a V16 engine rather than a V8. Each series is also defined by wheelbase, with the 75 Series and 90 Series having the same length at 141.25 inches. Although it is Cadillac's entry-level series, the Series Sixty Special is different from all other Cadillacs. Bill Mitchell, young designer child prodigyIt was originally intended to…
2009 Ford Mustang Iacocca 45th Anniversary Edition
this Daily Picks is a 2009 Ford Mustang Iacocca 45th Anniversary Edition listed on ClassicCars.com by a California dealer. Many people know Lee Iacocca as the man who saved Chrysler in the 1980s, but long before that, he was a Ford vice president and the man behind one of Ford's most legendary cars Push hands. "The world's first 'pony' car was the child of Lee Iacocca and Don Frey," Ford said in a 2021 post about the Mustang on its media site. Considered an affordable car that blends luxury and performance in a compact, sporty design”. More than 30 years after being fired from Ford in 1978, Iacocca returned to the Mustang business, producing 45 specially modified "2019 1/2" Iacocca Silver 45th Anniversary Edition Mustangs like the one you see here . As part of its I Legacy business, Iacocca collaborated with designer Michael Leone and Gaffoglio Family Metalcrafters in Fountain Valley, California, to create the commemorative model. To achieve…
1979 Volvo 262C Bertone Coupe
early 1990sI work in the film industry as a production coordinator and my daily driver is a Porsche 911 coupe. For that job, I needed a car that could carry more than two people and be decent, but not great enough also OK You see, one of my additional duties as production coordinator was to pick up cast and crew at various airports and bring them to hotels near where we were filming. As a car enthusiast, I wanted something unique and reliable, something stylish but affordable and well-made. It was a hard combination to find, but after weeks of searching, I finally found a Volvo 262C Bertone coupe. This proved to be an excellent choice as the 262C was comfortable, could accommodate cast or crew luggage, had a luxurious interior, and the styling always seemed to turn heads, especially for those who love cars. explain. I remember picking up Bill Paxton from the airport while filming Tombstone and our…
Pick of the Day: 1968 Mercury Cougar
this Daily Picks It's a 1968 Mercury Cougar listed on ClassicCars.com by a California dealer. Mercury offered different varieties of the 1968 Cougar that were friendlier to the owner, or that roared louder and attacked other vehicles with more ferocity. The interior of the XR-7 model is equipped with leather seats, European-style toggle switches and walnut wood trim. The Cougar GT features the four-tube Marauder 390 GT V8, stiffer springs, and heavy-duty shock absorbers. The Alpha Cat was the GT-E, with a massive 427ci V8 (later replaced by the 428 Cobra Jet) that produced 390 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. The base Cougar came standard with 302, which was eventually changed to 289. The 68 Cougar you see here is the base model, but it's certainly not a lap cat. According to Deluxe Marti reporting documents, this Cougar was built in May 1968 as a fleet order for the Canadian Pacific Regional Sales Office (DSO). It comes with Glacier…
Pick of the Day: 1961 Dodge Dart Phoenix
Chrysler Corporation Virgil Exner experienced several tumultuous moments as he strutted his stuff and gave Harley Earl a run for his money. However, things came to a head in 1961, when its goofy styling was out of step with the industry. An example of this is our Daily Pick, a 1961 Dodge Dart Phoenix convertible listed on ClassicCars.com by a dealer in St. Louis. (Click the link to view the list) All was well in 1957 when "forward thinking" got General Motors to go back to the drawing board - or so it seemed, because Chrysler couldn't properly meet strong demand without compromising quality. The problem improved in 1958, but this reputation combined with the recession hurt production, especially that of Dodge, DeSoto, and Chrysler. Unibody construction (sans Imperial) for the 1960 model year helped solve quality issues, but the Exner's styling didn't develop the way the market wanted. Previously, Dodge dealerships often co-branded with Plymouth, but in 1960 this…
Pick of the Day: 1956 Ford Thunderbird
"In just one year, "It won the hearts of all Americans," a 1956 television ad said of the latest version of the Thunderbird. "Notice how the spare is packaged and mounted outside the car. This gives the Thunderbird a longer, smarter profile." Ford also touts the car's "lifesaver" safety features, such as a deep-center steering wheel, padded dashboard, nylon seat belts and dual-handle door locks. The car was forward-thinking for its time, and 68 years later, it still holds a special place in the hearts of fans. Today's pick is a 1956 Ford Thunderbird for sale on ClassicCars.com from a private seller in Melville, New York. (Click the link to see the list) "Imagine yourself behind the wheel of this beautiful, restored Thunderbird convertible," the listing reads. "Be the third owner of this classic car that runs great and looks even better." The car features a two-tone Raven Black and Black and White vinyl interior, giving it an elegant, formal…
Pick of the Day: 1967 Ford Mustang GT Fastback
Ford Mustang were the most important vehicles in Detroit in the 1960s, but which one was the most important? Our Daily Picks are my submissions to answer this tough question. This 1967 Ford Mustang GT 2+2 is listed on ClassicCars.com for sale by a dealer in Green Brook, New Jersey. (Click the link to see the list) If you consider that the 1965 Mustang was the most important year for pony cars, especially the mid-1964 models, they excited Americans more than any other car (despite being introduced very early, both based on the VIN) is from 1965). But the 1967 Mustang—the first redesign—is key to the Mustang's past and future. Let's talk styling first: The 1967 Mustang was very similar to the classic 1965-66 version, but was larger and more refined. The stance is firmer, the styling is more properly integrated (no additional taillights, for example), the interior is more refined (no more under-dash air conditioning), and the options list…
1988 Jaguar XJ-S Hess & Eisenhardt Convertible
this Daily Picks This is a 1988 Jaguar XJ-S Convertible built by Hess & Eisenhardt and listed on ClassicCars.com by an Indiana dealer. Most people want to see themselves driving a cool car. Sure, other drivers and pedestrians can see you through the windows as you drive by in an expensive, exclusive machine, but it's easier for them to see who's driving it when you can lower the roof. Apparently, back in the early to late 1980s, XJ-S drivers wanted to be totally conspicuous in their low-slung British luxury car, but there was a problem: Jaguar hadn't built a full convertible version of it yet. To meet demand for the convertible XJ-S, the company turned to Ohio coachbuilder Hess & Eisenhardt for help. This modification not only changes the appearance of the XJ-S, but also changes its overall layout. Hess & Eisenhardt started with a coupe, removed the tiny backseat, and chopped off the tin top (unfortunately, the XJ-S's distinctive…
Pick of the Day: 2001 Holden Ute
have you ever thought about What would a modern Chevrolet El Camino look like? Fortunately, you don't have to use your imagination too much. The Holden Ute is a Commodore-based "coupe" produced by the Australian subsidiary of General Motors between 2000 and 2017. It's not for sale in North America, but you're in luck because one of these has already made its way to this hemisphere of the planet. Today's Pick is a 2001 Holden Commodore SS Ute for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Komoka, Ontario. (Click the link to see the list) "The original document is 31,000 miles from Perth, Australia," the listing begins. My first impression of the Ute was that it had the sporty stance of a cargo truck. The Tiger Metallic paint is eye-catching, and the theme continues to the colorful hard tonneau cover out back. The wheels and tires appear aftermarket, and the suspension may have been lowered to minimize fender clearance.…
Daily Picks: 1987 Ford Bronco XLT
this Daily Selection It's a 1987 Ford Bronco XLT, listed on ClassicCars.com by a South Dakota dealer. There are a number of ways to tell which generation a particular vehicle belongs to. You can do it the old-fashioned way and remember the model year. You can just number it literally, like they number the Corvette: C1 for the first generation, C2 for the second, and so on. Then there's the chassis code, like the BMW E46. Or you can go by nickname. Some Ford vehicles have nicknames. For example, there were the "Dentside" and "Bumpside" F-Series trucks. The same goes for the Bronco. The "Bull Nose" model was produced from 1980 to 1986, giving way to the "Brick Nose" successor from 1987-1991, which, despite having a different connotation, was more aerodynamic in design. Our latest Daily Pick comes from the first model of the fourth generation of the Bronco. The seller didn't provide much information about this 1987 Bronco XLT,…
1995 Toyota Land Cruiser KZJ73
this Daily Selection It's a 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser KZJ73, listed on ClassicCars.com by a South Carolina dealer. Over the past few decades, U.S.-market Toyota Land Cruisers have become more powerful and technologically advanced. However, that progress has come at the expense of open-air fun. Sure, the 2024 model gets leather seats, a head-up display, and a stabilizer disconnect, but you can't fold down the windshield and remove the roof to let you enjoy the great outdoors while you drive. Fortunately, time has passed long enough that the Land Cruisers we never got in the U.S., like this 1995 KZJ73, are now available. According to the seller, they purchased this two-door Land Cruiser from a seller in France, who painted it in its original Deep Emerald Pearl color. The two-row gray Moonmist cloth interior is covered by a white fiberglass headliner. When it's time to move from paved roads to more challenging terrain, the 1KZ-T 3.0-liter turbodiesel I4 engine provides…
Daily Pick: 1966 Ford Mustang
The Original Mustang Pony Car When it was introduced 60 years ago, the car was an undisputed success: within two years of its launch, Ford's three assembly plants produced nearly 1.3 million vehicles. A 1966 Ford Magazine ad read, “What do you do after you’ve built a million Mustangs? Start with the two million!” By 1966, Ford had diversified the Mustang model to include hardtop, convertible, and fastback models, with both inline-six and V8 powertrains. No wonder the car was so popular and a sales success. Today's pick is a 1966 Ford Mustang, for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Las Cruces, New Mexico. (Click on the link to view the listing) "The car has been well-maintained throughout and has undergone additional restoration in recent years," the listing reads. "The next owner won't have to think about spending a lot to keep this car in near-perfect condition as many parts have been updated." The Mustang Sport caught on…
Pick of the Day: 1969 Triumph Bonneville
this Daily Selection This is a 1969 Triumph Bonneville listed on ClassicCars.com by a dealer in Wisconsin. For me, of all the British motorcycles from the 1960s, the Bonneville is an icon of the era. It has a racing pedigree and has been featured in movies and TV shows. In many ways, it is the quintessential classic British motorcycle - so much so that the new Triumph company released a modern version of the "Bonnie" in 2001. I have owned many British motorcycles over the years, and the Bonneville has always met my expectations of British motorcycles. They are fast and fun to ride, and they are light and easy to handle, especially compared to newer motorcycles. They also have a great exhaust sound, just like the sound of a World War I fighter plane. The Bonneville name dates back to 1956, when John Allen set a world speed record of 214.40 mph on the Bonneville Salt Flats on a…
Daily Pick: Custom 1966 Chevrolet Nova Station Wagon
Two-door station wagon The Nova is an interesting footnote in postwar American automotive history, as most manufacturers had phased out the body style by the early 1960s. Chevrolet produced one in 1965, but our pick of the day, a custom 1966 Chevrolet Nova wagon, challenges that view. A dealer in Kentwood, Michigan, has listed the car on ClassicCars.com. (Click on the link to see the listing) 1964 Chevelle 300 Coupe In the world of Chevy, two-door station wagons tend to be the lower-priced model, but the Nomad was an exception. Throughout the 1955 Chevrolet lineup, both the 150 and 210 were offered with a two-door station wagon. The last year for full-size two-door station wagons was 1959, when the Biscayne line (the replacement for the 150) was offered with a model called the Brookwood. The introduction of the Corvair in 1960 didn't bring any new two-door wagons; nor did the more conventional 1962 Chevy II. But when Chevrolet introduced the…
1991 Chevrolet Suburban R1500 Silverado
this Daily Selection This is a 1991 Chevrolet Suburban R1500 Silverado, sold by a dealer in Georgia on ClassicCars.com. Imagine if you had a sweet tooth and became a new employee at a gourmet bakery that served delicious treats like nothing you've ever tasted. As soon as you walked through the front door, you began sliding down a slippery slope. Before I started working for Collector Car Network, I had certain tastes in cars and a list of dream cars. Soon after I signed on, those tastes changed and the list expanded. That's why you're looking at this 1991 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban right now. The Suburban is the longest-running model in automotive history, having been introduced in 1935. For nearly 20 years (1973-1991), its appearance remained essentially the same as the seventh generation: a two-box design with a squared-off chin, strong but simple lines, and enough interior space for three rows of passengers or more plus plenty of luggage and…
1991 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Final Edition
this Daily Selection It's a 1991 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Final Edition listed on ClassicCars.com. One thing every car needs to do, aside from the basics of driving and parking, is check all the boxes. This 1991 Jeep Grand Wagoneer checks all the boxes, in addition to carrying two rows of passengers and being a showstopper both on and off-road. Retro SUV? Right. Styling? Check again. Last year of production? Check again (although I've seen some sites claim Jeep made some 1992 Grand Wagoneers). Low mileage? Consider checking that box. After nearly 30 years of production, full-size Jeep Wagoneer/Grand Wagoneer production ended for the 1991 model year. To mark the milestone, Jeep built Final Edition Grand Wagoneer models, including this one, which features the original Grey Mist Metallic paint that accentuates the faux wood panels on the sides. It's hard to spot any wear or corrosion. There are several reasons for this. One is that this Grand Wagoneer was stored for…
Daily Picks: 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500
Last weekend At the Radnor Hunt Antique Car Show in Pennsylvania, I had the opportunity to test drive my friend Tim McNair's Mercedes-Benz SL500. This was exciting because, up until that point, I had only put about 10 miles on one. I had heard about how good they were, but I had yet to truly experience one. The SL500 that Tim had was a great example, with only 25,000 original miles on it, and was a great example of how a good SL500 should drive. I have to tell you, the SL500 is a near-perfect 1990s GT car. It's the kind of car you can take to local car shows, Mercedes club events, work, or even off-road. It's built and finished to perfection, and these cars drive just as well as their fans say they do. If there's a better deal on a high-end convertible European GT, I can't think of one that does. Our pick for today is one…
2015 Audi R8 V10+
this Daily Selection It's a 2015 Audi R8 V10 plus listed on ClassicCars.com by a New York dealer. Every now and then, a car comes along that's not only interesting but also a perfect fit for a "Pick of the Day," and I've driven one and can tell you firsthand. Today's 2015 Audi R8 V10 plus is one of those cars. In fact, it's the same R8 I tested a few years ago, with the same Ice Silver Metallic paint, Carbon Sigma "sideblades," and 19-inch wheels. In 2015, when I was working as a freelance automotive journalist near Austin, Texas, I was assigned to ride in a press car (so long ago that I forgot what it was) when my then-girlfriend was coming over from out of state. A day or so before she was expected to fly in, the press fleet manager emailed me to let me know that the car would no longer be used. I told him…
1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible LT1
this Daily Selection It is a 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible that is being sold by a New York dealer on ClassicCars.com. If you want your classic car to win a prestigious award, there are essentially two ways to go about it. You can invest all your free time, even a lot of money, a lot of physical labor, a lot of sweat, a few cracked knuckles, and a string of harsh profanities into making it win. Or you can buy a car that's known to win, like this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette convertible, which has twice won the NCRS (National Corvette Restorers Society) top award. NCRS was founded in 1974 and created the Top Flight award "to honor cars that have been preserved or restored to the highest level through the NCRS Flight Judging Process." Submitted cars undergo a battery of inspections, including an operational inspection, exterior, interior, mechanical, and chassis judging; only cars that score 94 percent or more of…
Daily Picks: 2007 Cadillac XLR-V
this Daily Selection It's a 2007 Cadillac XLR-V listed on ClassicCars.com by a New York dealer. In a 1976 brochure, Cadillac called its Eldorado convertible "the last of its kind" and warned readers: "This is the only convertible currently built in America—there won't be another like it for 1977." Sure enough, the 1977 Eldorado brochure didn't show a convertible, but its predecessor wasn't the last of its kind. Cadillac released the updated Eldorado Biarritz convertible in 1984. The Pinifarina-designed Allante followed for the 1987 model year. Its successor, the XLR, arrived in 2004. In the years leading up to the XLR's release, Cadillac made some major changes to its product line. By the 2004 model year, it already had two SUVs: the SRX and the Escalade. It also decided to appeal to performance-minded buyers with its V-Series of cars, starting with the LS6-powered CTS-V sedan. The XLR benefited from Cadillac's focus on building cars that combine comfort with performance. First,…
Daily Pick: 1931 Ford Pickup Truck Restomod
Despite the rich rewards Restoring a car, I can attest firsthand, is expensive, time-consuming, and very stressful. The alternative is to skip right to the fun part: paying a little more up front and getting something that's already ready to show (and maybe even win awards)! Today's pick is a 1931 Ford half-ton street pickup truck for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Moraga, California. (Click on the link to view the listing.) What we have here is a vintage-styled car that mounts an original Henry Ford steel truck body on a Roy Brizio powder-coated frame. Key engineering elements include a Heidts independent front suspension, a 1932 grille, and an aluminum three-piece hood. Under the hood is a 1970 351ci Cleveland V8 that was bored 0.020 inches larger than the original and balanced. I admire the builder of this truck for retaining all of the Ford components, as we often see small-block Chevy engines used in models like…
1987 Reliant Scimitar SS1 1800Ti
this Daily Selection It's a 1987 Reliant Scimitar SS1 1800Ti, sold by a Dutch dealer on ClassicCars.com. There's a certain satisfaction that comes from never crossing paths with someone else in the same car as you. It's easier to get that satisfaction with an older car, since many of them have been stored, used to the point of being expensive to repair, or scrapped. Our latest Pick of the Day, this 1987 Reliant Scimitar SS1 1800Ti, has escaped all of those fates and is ready to become the only one of its kind to its next owner (or state). According to the official Reliant Automobile Club website, in 1978 the British car company wanted to design a small two-seater sports car. After rejecting a proposal called the Cipher, Reliant chose the design of Giovanni Michelotti, who is credited with designing the exteriors of several models, including the Triumph TR4 series. Michelotti died in 1980, before his design, the SS1 (Small…
41K Miles 1988 Porsche 911 Carrera G50
this Daily Selection yes A 1988 Porsche 911 Carrera coupe with 41K miles is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a New York dealer. Certain car and color combinations are iconic. Take the 2008 Mustang Bullitt, for example; it's hard to imagine it in any color other than Deep Highland Green. The natural color of a Plymouth Prowler is purple. And as our latest Pick of the Day, a 1988 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe with 41K miles, shows, Guards Red was a perfect match for 911s of that era. Judging by the photos, this Carrera 3.2 in Guards Red is in excellent condition, which isn't surprising considering it has only 41,630 miles on it and was just removed from long-term storage. As part of the mechanical update, the car received a number of updates. The sunroof received new seals, and the 16-inch Fuchs wheels were fitted with new 205/55 Michelin XGT V4 front and 225/50 Fulda Carat Extremo rear tires.…
Pick of the Day: 1969 Ford Torino Talladega
As far as I knowThe 1966-67 Dodge Charger was the first car to be homologated for NASCAR body modifications. Dodge's foray into aerodynamics eventually led to the 1969 Charger 500. Ford responded in all its performance glory with the 1969 Torino Talladega, a car that wasn't actually a Torino...wait, how does that make sense? Read our Pick of the Day for more on this contradictory Ford. It's for sale on ClassicCars.com by a dealer in Concord, North Carolina. (Click the link to see the listing.) In 1968, Ford entered the race with a redesigned Fairlane, now available in fastback form. However, Ford marketed it as the Torino, a new model at the top of the range. While the race cars were equipped with the 427, none were built for the street, despite Ford listing it in the brochure. During this time, Dodge redesigned a Charger that looked great, but it apparently didn't perform well on the track - the inset…
Pick of the Day: 1997 Toyota Century
this Daily Selection This is a 1997 Toyota Century with 46K kms, sold by a dealer in Virginia on ClassicCars.com. It's been a long time since you've stood out in the crowd if you drive almost any car of a certain age in good condition. Outside of events like the Future Collector Car Show, when was the last time you saw someone driving around in a brand new Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG or a pristine 1999 Buick Riviera? Maybe you've seen one of those recently, but there's a good chance you haven't been outdone by a car like this 1997 Toyota Century. Like the car I mentioned, this Toyota shares the same basic features. It's a model from the past, and its understated black exterior looks to be in good condition. But it has a uniqueness that those two cars can't match. Toyota never officially sold the Century in the United States. Fortunately, this car has been in production for 25…
Daily Pick: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
Chevrolet Chevrolet had a great time in the mid-1950s with its Triple Five series of cars. In 1956, Chevrolet sold more than 1.5 million vehicles, continuing its momentum after introducing an all-new model design a year earlier: a coupe, convertible, sedan and station wagon. Today's pick is a 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air two-door hardtop for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Breckenridge, Colorado. (Click on the link to view the listing) Bel Airs have been a regular feature of the Wall Street Journal, no doubt in large part due to the huge sales when they were new. The 1955 to 1957 models are a popular platform for preservation and modification in the modern collector car world. To put that into context, at the Barrett-Jackson auction in Scottsdale, Arizona earlier this year, about 20 1955 Bel Airs alone were sold. Chances are, someone in your personal network of car enthusiasts has owned a Tri-Five Chevy at one time or…
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