1957 Buick Special Convertible

The 1957 Buick Special Convertible had a 250hp V8 346 cubic inch engine, and sold new for just under $3000. As a Model 46C Convertible, it was trimmed in two-tone cordaveen and included an outside left hand rearview mirror. It had a "Red-Line" bar-graph type speedometer.

1930 Packard 733 Convertible Coupe

1930 Packard 733 Convertible Coupe, click on picture to enlarge

Although the 733 models were the smallest luxury cars Packard offered, they were by no means less appealing. The 733 came on a 134.5 inch wheelbase and was powered by a 319 cid straight eight with 90 hp at 3200 rpm. It had a 4 speed selective gear transmission with an additional low gear. The Standard Eight Convertible Coupe shown here was restored both mechanically and cosmetically. It is equipped with a luggage box for touring and pilot ray driving lights which turned with the wheels so that the car and the lights were always in the same direction. The coupe would cruise easily at fifty miles per hour and above, which was fast in those days, and it cost $2,660 new off the assembly line.

1936 Cord 810 Cabriolet

!936 Cord 810 Cabriolet, click on image for a full page view.

What set the Cord 810 apart from other cars of that era was its distinctive appearance. The styling was defined by a hood that took on the appearance of a coffin, large front fenders, retracting headlamps, center hinged doors, a v-shaped split paned front windshield and the obvious absence of running boards. The 810 was powered by a 125 hp Lycoming 8 cylinder engine along with a front wheel drive system. Inside of the Cord was an aircraft designed engine turned metal instrument panel and bucket seats. This Cord Cabriolet shown here has 22,000 original miles and even though there has been substantial detailing the car has never been taken apart for a complete restoration effort yet.

I found this on Old Cars Weekly News and Marketplace:

"The Packard Twelve Concept automobile will be offered for sale on eBay starting May 26th.

This one-of-a-kind automobile is offered for sale by Packard Motor Car Company, owner of the Packard trademark for automobiles and parts.

This is the only true Packard automobile produced since 1956 on its own Packard-designed and built frame and chassis, body, and suspension components. It has a modern aluminum V-12 engine, full time all wheel drive, and aluminum body and chassis.

A complete photographic record of the build process, copies of the 1999 Packard Centennial Calendar and other pertinent information relating to the build and development will go to the buyer. Original styling artwork will include the two large pencil styling suggestions from Stanley Jones as well as from Don Johnson and Arunas Oslapas."

To read more, go here.

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1933 Buick Sport Coupe

1933 Buick Sport Coupe, Click on the picture to see a full page view.

Styling and mechanical improvements were extensive for the 1933 Buick.A new V-type radiator and grill, an elegant rear curved panel and sweeping front and rear fenders were all part of the overall plan to make the new Buick more graceful and appealing to the buying customers. The Sport Coupe featured an 86 hp inline straight eight cylinder engine, a three speed synchronized sliding gear transmission and a rumble seat with a smooth plush seat in it. The options available included side mounts, a luggage reack and fog lights. This was a rare car with only 10 units built for export sales and 1,643 units built for the American market. In 1933 the sticker price for this car was $1,030.

The Jag's Pickup

The 1972 Chevrolet Cheyenne Pickup Truck

This one is for you football fans, maybe even the Jag's fans, that also enjoy anything to do with old cars. This is a picture of a detailed die cast metal model of the Florida Jaguars football team's mascot replacing pickup truck that is made and sold by Danbury Mint, 47 Richards Ave., Norwalk CT 06857. I can't imagine having a real live wild jaguar as a mascot at the annual Florida-Georgia rivalry games each year.

1941 Hudson Commodore Eight

The 1941 Hudson Commodore Eight

The Hudson was a refined car for 1941. The bodies were longer and lower than the previous year models and the wheelbase was increased by three inches. Two verticle bars were added to the horizontal grill and the taillights were relocated from the fenders to the rear quarter panels.

Hudson also introduced Symphonic Styling for 1941 which allowed the customers a wider choice of interior and exterior colors and decors. Mechanically the Hudson Eight was fitted with a 128 hp eight cylinder engine and a new 3 speed synchromeshed transmission. This Commodore Eight convertible weighed 3350 pounds and was priced at $1,254. New in 1941 was the power assisted convertible top.

Buying Classic Cars Through the Internet

Where do you find classic cars for sale? You could search the junkyards or spend hours scouring newspapers and magazines. But there is a better way. Why not search through the internet.

Many folks are selling their classic cars through the internet. After all, they can sell it without incurring huge fees, plus they can also capture a wide market. Some will post their old vintage cars on specialized sites that only take a small percentage fee or a flat rate for the sale.

This method also has benefits for the buyer. He (or she) doesn`t have to go through the hassle of finding the car they want, plus they can immediately see the condition of the vehicle through pictures and videos. No more relying on oral descriptions over the telephone. Even if the vehicle is on the other side of the country, you can see it right away.

To learn more, click here for your FREE REPORT on purchasing your classic car through the internet.
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First Indy 500 Winner (1911) - Marmon Wasp

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