Classic car restoration, including all makes by Ford, Chevy, and all other American manufacturers,  is one of the most fulfilling hobbies a collector can have. When an old classic is seen running down the road, they are always admired and the pride of the person that did the work can easily be seen.

American Classic Car Sale is the website of choice for people who love and enjoy the unique nature and elegant design of classic cars. Most of the images and models are from personal collections and you will even see some classic cars in excellent condition from Ford and other renowned car manufacturers featured in some of our articles and posts. You may even see some of the models being put up for sale under the ‘Sell your Car’ tab. If you are passionate about classic cars, you will enjoy your time here at American Classic Car Sale.

When it comes time for your dream car to come to life, there are several things you need to consider. Most believe that classic car restoration means the car will be taken back to its original condition. This can be a very time consuming process that can be taken to several different levels of detail. There is full restoration and then many different levels of lesser detail placed into the car.

The most time consuming would be the total stripping of the car down to the chassis where it can be dipped to remove all of the rust and debris that has accumulated over the years. The older the car is, the more this is recommended.

For most enthusiasts this is too much work and time involved. If the car is salvageable so only minor repairs are necessary, then that route will cost less money and time to complete. It all really rests on just what kind of condition your classic car is in.

There are other things to consider like the color and interior of your classic car. The VIN number will have all of the vital information you need to make the restoration process as accurate as possible. It will also have the correct engine that came with the car along with the transmission.

Knowing what you desire to restore and how to identify this will make your finished classic car just what you desire. This knowing the VIN’s is important. There are many Tempests out there that have been converted to look like GTO’s. Unless you know the VIN number of what you need as a base car for your restoration project, you could end up with the wrong car.

While you can turn any Camaro into a Z28, it would not be a classic car restoration in the true sense of the word.  It all really depends on just what you want from your car and the money you are willing to place into it so a completed dream car can be realized. The choice is yours to make.

The classic car restoration project is not something you just jump into. Make sure you know all about the car of your dreams and what you are willing to start with. Always believe what you are told about a car from the person selling it, but then confirm the information. Trust with confirmation is the best way not to be taken without being rude.

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Classic Car Restoration

We asked out primary article writer to come up with some ideas to help describe a few of his own tips on restoring classic cars, and what we have below are some simple ideas from his vast experience as a mechanic and having repaired and restored many muscle cars.

Classic Car Restoration Tips

From My friend Doug:

“When it comes to Classic Car Repair Tips, you must always keep in mind your original goals about the car and the detail along with the budget you have set for the project. Restoring an old car is one of the  most enjoyable things a person can do. It can also be a money pit and drain your finances unless you are careful.

At the top of the list on making repairs to your classic car is often forgotten when you are covered with grease and been wrenching for a time. Not every part of your car needs to be repaired unless you are doing a full restoration job. For this reason it is important to protect the parts of the car that are not in need of repair.

The place that receives the most damage is the front fenders. Leaning over to make a quick repair can leave a scratch or blemish on the car that will remind you later how careless you were. As soon as the hood is popped, both sides should be covered with rubber mats. Do this every time and the habit will help save you from future frustrations.

Classic Car Restoration Details

Attention to detail is the difference between a good classic car and a great one. This starts with the basics in repairs. Cleaning each bolt you have to remove then coating the head with a clear enamel spray will make the finished job look better. The biggest problem is when you look at the rest of the motor compartment and decide to do it to the rest of the engine. That is time consuming, but worthwhile for anyone who really loves their car.

The hardest thing to remember is just because they did it one way at the factory does not make it right. As an example, the old Triumph motorcycles had their voltage regulated by a zener diode. The reason these old bikes had problems with charging was due to the fact the zener was mounted on the frame by screwing it in place. To function properly there has to be sufficient contact area between the two parts. Unfortunately after the frame was painted at the factory, the diode was just screwed in, thus the voltage problem. They forgot to clean the area of contact.

You need to use your common sense when doing repairs. Remember you might see a better way of mounting an item or just doing it correctly so the parts will function properly. It is your repair techniques that will bring out the beauty in your classic car repairs. Tips are numerous; just remember to use common sense when applying them.”

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Classic Cadillacs for sale, now there is a loaded statement. Some consider all Cadillacs a classic as soon as they are made. This American car company has meant quality for so long nobody remembers when it was not. But a fact most people do not know that it originally came out of the ashes of a Henry Ford Company.

When Henry Ford left his company and the partners and company were to be dissolved, William Murphy and Lemuel Bowen along with Henry Leland formed a new company to make automobiles. In 1902 Cadillac Automobile Company was then born. The actual name came from the man that founded Detroit, the 17th century French explorer Antoine Laumet de la Mothe, Sieur de Cadillac.

From the very start, the main focus of this car company was to produce precision-engineered cars the exhumed stylish luxury to be among the best in the world. Many first for the automobile industry was introduced by this small but dedicated car company. In 1908 the use of interchangeable parts was introduced to help expand the volume of cars that they were capable of being produced.

1910 saw the first fully enclosed passenger cabin and in 1912 an electrical system that allowed the driver to start the car without having to leave the cab. 1915 was the first year a thermostatically controlled engine cooling system was used and 1922 a thermostatic carburetion control.

There are many other first by Cadillac but these started the advances that made it possible for the car to make leaps and bounds to such improvements that all other car manufacturers soon followed. So when you see a sign reading classic Cadillacs for sale remember there is great history and tradition behind this automobile.

Old muscle car, what is that? There are so many definitions out there depending on whom you are talking too. This is mostly an American term only referring to a class of American cars.

Top 10 Classic Muscle Cars

In my opinion the top 10 muscle cars of the late 60′s and early 70′s…(remember this is my list not yours ok) Song by Lenny Kravitz – Fly Away

For most purposes it is an American car made in the late 60’s to early 70’s that were mid sized bodies with large engines and were affordable. Their main purpose was for drag racing and street racing.

In 1967 Road Test Magazine defined the muscle car as “Exactly what the name implies. It is a product of the American car industry adhering to the hot rodder’s philosophy of taking a small car and putting a BIG engine in it. The Muscle car is Charles Atlas kicking sand in the face of a 98 hp weakling”.  Others think it is any car made for the ¼ mile drag.

The true birth of the muscle car was before it became popular.  Like most things, it takes time.  The first car that fits the above description except for the years, of large engine in mid size body dates back to 1949.  Some discount this but the Oldsmobile Rocket 88 fits the bill. This was the first overhead valve V-8 with high compression engine to be placed in a relatively light body.

By today’s standards the engine was not powerful at just 303 cu in, a two-barrel carburetor that produced only 135 hp at 3600 rpm’s. But in 1950 it was the powerhouse of the racetrack.  Winning 8 of 10 races on the NASCAR circuit it was unchallenged except for the Hudson Hornet the following year.

So for you gear heads out there looking not just an old muscle car but the oldest muscle car find a 1949 Olds Rocket 88. That was the first muscle car and the start of a new trend in automobile history.

If you have a muscle car for sale you can advertise it here ion this website which is able to be seen by millions of viewers.  There is no fee to be paid when we publish the article and your photos, but when the car is sold through this site, you are on your honor to send us $100.  We do not charge a percentage of the sale, just a measly hundred bucks!

When you see the sign classic car sales the world of yesteryear is near. There are many places that sell classics cars but few that are of high quality. When looking for a classic car ask around to see if there are any disgruntled customers. The better business bureau is also a great source of information.

Another thing to consider is to what extent does this establishment go to when restoring the cars. Some classic cars for sale have nice paint jobs and run ok but there is restored and fully restored, they are different. I know of shops that go all the way. Each car is stripped down to the frame. The frame is then powder coated and all new brake lines, wires and rubbers are installed. It is amazing what is still being manufactured for a classic car today. Most are not still made by the original manufacturer but they are still made.

Of course you should always be on the lookout for great barn finds.

For those really hard to find parts there are machine shops. The one’s I use, do excellent work and take pride in what they do. I have noticed that with most want to know what car the part is going on. Most of them have a classic car or bike of their own.

So be choosy and investigate the sellers’ history. Unfortunately there are those out there that only do enough to get the car off the lot. Nice paint and a tune up is all that is done. For me when I see classic car sales, I expect a car in the top condition I would have it that way if I was to advertise it.

You can always check on Ebay and Craigslist to locate the make and model you are looking for. In all cases make sure you check the car very closely to make sure that it is as advertised and not a bucket of rust.

Keep an eye on this website for excellent classic cars for sale.

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With classic car parts getting harder and harder to find more car enthusiast are becoming more resourceful. For classic car restorers where only original parts will do, the task is extremely hard. Today there are a good number of salvage yards that are indoors in an attempt to reduce the damage done by mother nature but the really old ones are still exposed to the heat, rain and cold year round.

But do not despair; there are those during this time of recession that need extra money. I know it is not nice to take advantage of others misfortune but it is a fact of life. There are several auction sites on the internet and even local auction houses restorers can go to and find those highly sought after parts.

Looking around at the sources some people use I looked and found that most classic cars are still owed by the older generation as original owners. They still read the newspaper. Adds in the newspaper are not only being read by the contacts you need but usually the only source they use. The internet is a great source and wealth of knowledge but do not forget the original means of communication in our great land.

In my travels I have also found a wealth of information in the local coffee houses in the rural towns. If you have the time stop by one and listen or ask about your vintage of car. It is amazing what you will learn and find out. Those classic car parts you need are out there just look and you will find them.

Consider Craigslist also. You might get lucky and find the exact parts that you need and you can always run an ad under “wanted”. If you need something really special consider placing an ad here on this site that is able to be seen by millions around the world.

Just the mention of Corvettes for sale opens the mind to a wondrous history of one of the greatest cars ever made. All this starting in 1951 with the project name of Opel, this 2-seater has seen many changes over the years.

It is said that the first Corvettes that came off the assembly lines were nothing special.  It depends on how one looks at it.  Chevy just wanted to put out a 2-seater back then and made the first ones from parts it had already made.  The only original Corvette part on that first year was the body, the rest was a regular 1952 Chevy. There were 314 cars made that first year with 183 being sold and a price tag of $3513. They were all hand-built models.

As time went on the Corvette became a league of its own. The first generation is considered 1953 to 1962 or the solid axle generation.  For the first 2 years, a 6-cylinder was an engine option.  After that, you could only get a V-8 and in 1957 fuel injection was available. The performance machine was being started.

The second generation was the 1963 to 1967 Stingrays. This model had the distinctive split rear window. This was discontinued in 1964 because of safety reasons but it was cool. The big block became an option in 1965 with the 396cu. in. motor. Of course, in the constant attempt to improve performance, 1966 saw the 427cu. in. motor installed in many of the cars. Not enough, Chevy decided to improve the engine for 1967 again and introduced the L-88 version of the 427 with 430 hp. 20 units were made with an option that had 550 hp for 1967 also. From 1967 to 1969, a six-pack carburetor was available.

The history of Corvette for sale is not over.

Vintage car parts are at times hard to find. There are many sources available to collectors but I know of a place that is usually forgotten about or overlooked. In the present day most trucks are specifically made to appeal to the soccer moms and yuppies, but in the past trucks were made to do a job.

Riding like a stage coach is how most trucks drove when not carrying a load. This was fine because under a heavy load they handled just fine.  It is what they were made to do.

Since they did a job and how they did it was of little concern to the owner, parts were not specifically made for trucks other than that they be heavy duty. For as far back as I can remember when a car line was remodeled or phased out, there was always an extra stock of leftover parts.

These were perfect for trucks. With the large amount of area under the hoods space was never a concern. This was the case with most pumps, alternators, air conditioning compressors and so like. The big three from Detroit would place all of the old parts on trucks until they were out of them. Like the A6 air conditioning compressor for GM. This was on trucks for 4 years after they went to the R4 compressor of cars.

Eventually they would run out and have to update the trucks engine components but if you need an original part for an engine or some other part, do not forget to look on the trucks a few years after your car was made. Most people forget this so there are still plenty to be had of vintage car parts on old trucks.

If you need specific parts for your vintage car you can send us a list and we will advertise them here for you at not charge.  The same goes for vintage car parts for sale that you have.  As long as your list does not overwhelm us we will be happy to advertise your old car parts for sale on this website.  You will have to deal direct with the buyer though as we do not charge a commission.

Oh by the way, don’t forget to check ebay and Craigslist.

The days of yesteryear, when signs that said street rods for sale were a common thing are long past. Today it is more common to see muscle car for sale or classic cars for sale.

NSRA 2009 Rocky Mountain Street Rod Nationals

Photos taken June 26th at the NSRA (National Street Rod Association) 2009 Rocky Mountain Street Rod Nationals event held in Pueblo, Colorado. Click on HD. AMAZING collection of pre-1950 autos and trucks! Many thanks to my dad and my cousin for treati…

There still are plenty of Rodder shows but to find one for sale alongside the road is not easy.  I think the main reason is because before muscle cars came into being in 1964, there were only street rods.

There were no production muscle cars to be had going into the 1960’s. All of the fast cars were built by their owners. There was plenty of know how and parts to make this a viable industry. I especially liked the old 1930’s Fords that would have their fenders taken off and the engine replaced along with the rest of the drive train to make them go fast. There were many painted black with a wild flame job added to the nose of the car. This made them like a flaming rocket going down the road.

The best place to see these cars run were the interstate sections that were being built. These closed off straight sections of smooth road were the ideal places for drag races. Plus there were few to no cops watching these unopened roads.

But with most of the interstates already built across this nation and the old street rods and hot rods so old and rare most owners do not want to take a chance, so they sit in car shows instead of racing. Maybe I am showing my age but this was a time of American history I miss and street rods for sale are few and far between.

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This is the time of year that your thoughts turn to classic iron. with this post we want you to take a Trip Down Memory Lane with American Classic Cars.

Send your notices in of car shows and sales and we will post them here on AmericanClassicCarSale.com.

Gorgeous Vintage Car Illustrations : A trip down the memory lane …

In this showcase, I have presented some of the finest classic cars ever to rule the road. Most of these are American as they were the pioneers in racing and production of great motor/sports cars. So, fasten your seat-belts and enjoy the …

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Witness American history at The Henry Ford, stroll the halls of the world-renowned Detroit Institute of Arts or explore African-American culture at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. … Concours d’Elegance of America is a must-see event for those who appreciate cars and motorcycles from around the world. On July 25, vintage and classic car owners bring their vehicles to Meadow Brook Hall to compete for the event’s prestigious trophies and awards. …

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American Classic Cars Part 1

In this video you will find a large range of American cars from the 60′s and 70′s. Back then, fins,muscle, chrome and large size was a standart for just about every car. Here you will see cars in their advertisment photos. Enjoy!

1950′s American Classic Car Stunt show Video:

1950′s American Classic Car / Stunt Show Film

1950′s historic black and white film footage of street car racing and stunt show footage with motorcycles and automobiles.

Here is a link to a 1906 San Francisco Street Car Video showing dozens of vintage American cars.

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Tell the truth now, it’s in your blood, right? The classic car shows that abound this time of year just get the blood rush going.

We keep an eye out for car shows that our readers would enjoy.  Drop us a line and let us know about the shows you attend and enjoy.

City continues 225th with classic car show | US Post Today.

City continues 225th with classic car show. BRISTOL — American muscle cars that start with a roar and take off with a high-powered jolt ruled the day at Bristol Plaza in the 1960s. Originally posted here: … Filed under: Classic Car . …

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Classic Car Show at the XXX

The last XXX Root Beer Drive-in in America was the site of the Lance Lambert City Cruise in Issaquah, WA. Here’s a quick look at some of the cars that were there. Music by the Hi-Frequencies (hi-frequencies.com). More info on The Vintage Vehicle Show…

Classic Car Show, St. Jacobs, May 23/2010

Car show pics and videos, at St. Jacobs ontario Canada. Old cars, classic autos. Also some 58 caddy info on how many of each model were made. One year, and so many models. Song by Junkyardmen. Read more at Latest Car News …

Publish Date: 06/21/2010 18:00

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Free Summer Nights Classic Car Show on Fridays : Things To Do in …

From 6 to 9 pm each Friday, Downers Grove will host its free Summer Nights Classic Car Show. Cars will be on display on Main Street from Maple Avenue to.

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I saw a sign in the window of a local restaurant that said Muscle Car For Sale. So I went in to ask to see it.  I was told to look out back. To my amazement there sat this little Ford Pinto with no hood. I was just astonished.

There was a 351 Cleveland in the engine compartment. Yes the Cleveland with the four bolt mains to help ensure the engine would not explode. I was then wondering why the front was not lower to the ground from all the weight. This car was not originally made for such a heavy engine.

Ford Pinto 351 Cleveland

The guy that built this car did it right. He beefed up the front suspension to handle the extra weight. This car seemed to be built to really run. It did fit the definition of muscle car. It combined a light weight body with a huge engine.

I just had to drive this car to see if it was for real. It had plenty of power and the handling was better than I had expected. The tires broke loose easily and I could tell a positrac rear-end had been installed.

When I got back I crawled under the car in the rear to check out the gas tank.  I like all Americans know of what this car is famous for. The guy that built this car seems to have corrected all the problems I could think of. This included the gas tank problem.  This was an easy fix. He removed the tank by pulling it out from the inside and mounted it back on with straps, like most American cars.

I left without buying it because I was just curious, but that muscle car for sale was a one of a kind.

Today’s car market is filled with generic styling of cars. Detroit has rarely got it right when it comes to performance and style. In the 50’s men would take the old 30’s cars and rip the fenders off to give their cars more personality. The paint jobs were wild with most sporting flames.

This is where the term hot rod came from was a fast car with flames on it.  One thing all hotrods have had done to them is to have modifications done to the engine. The suspension was picked for the type of driving the car was intended to do, usually straight-line ¼ mile runs.

The big three from Detroit did make advances in the 60’s with the Shelby Cobra, Mustang, Camaro and Barracuda.  Big engines that performed were the way they went until the gas shortage in the mid 70”s, then it was back to blah. Cosmetic look a likes was the name of the game.

General Motors was the worst at this with four of their brands putting out cars almost exactly the same just different names. In the early 80’s I was working in an Oldsmobile dealership and found a new car with a dashboard from a Buick, name and all. These were made at the same factory as the Olds, it was just a different name and slightly different non-performing engine.

But back to hot-rods. Today car enthusiast can build the car of his dream with the help of the web. This just makes finding that certain part necessary to finish the car easier. Take the old family car, strip it down, put performance parts in the engine, jack up the rear, put fat tires on it with a wild paint job and you will have the distinctive car or hot rod, that gets the heads turning.

Keep watching this blog as we will be having some nice hot rods for sale this summer.

Most car buffs think the Pontiac Firebird was just a Pontiac version of the Chevy Camera, but they are wrong. In the very beginning the two cars did share most of the sheet metal but that is where almost all shared parts ended. The powerplants were always and until the end of 1982 maintained a distinctive Pontiac low end torque source of propulsion.

The 1967 Firebird set a trend all to its own with its distinctive styling and appeal to car enthusiast. The 1967 came with 5 options for engines and each one had its own special modification that could not be found in any other GM made engine. The smallest was the 230 cu. in. line six overhead cam that produced 165 horsepower with a one barrel carburetor. Not to mention the V-8 400 cu. in. that produced 325 horsepower. This could be ordered with the cold-ram air functional hood scope.

In 1970 the world saw its first Trans Am with a standard Ram Air III shaker on the hood and under was a monster V-8 400 that put out 335 horsepower. For those that wanted more power the optional Ram Air IV could be fitted on the hood and this helped the engine produce an additional 10 horsepower making the overall horsepower equal to 345. The front fenders were the first of the body work to differ from the Camera this year along with the fender wells.

There was talk in the mid 70’s of making a station wagon version out of the Firebirds and Camera’s but by this time there was not enough shares sheet metal left to make it economically feasible. But by 1981 saw the end of Pontiac only powerplants in the Firebirds and for most the end of an era. The Firebird continued production until 2002 when the model was canceled by Pontiac. 35 years this fabulous muscle car lasted. But unfortunately the Pontiac Firebird is no more.

A sign that reads Muscle cars for sale will start to have new meaning in the next year. The company that produced the first muscle car is closing its doors forever. Pontiac cars will not be made beyond 2010 was announced by GM’s general manager last year. This is a sad ending to one of the all time great car manufacturers America and the world has ever known.

The list of great cars are numerous including the GTO, Lemans, Firebird, Trans Am, Fiero and Gran Am to name just a few. As of today there are still many on the road. But like all extinct creatures they will start to become more scares as the years go on and their value will do nothing but rise.

So for those hot rodders out there that wish to have an old Firebird or GTO in their coral, this is the time to make that long sought after purchase. Just like the Shelby Cobra, the price of a Pontiac muscle car will surly rise to astronomical numbers in the near future.

The only people I know that are even a little happy are the old GTO restorers. I was told with the demise of Pontiac the demand has already seen an increase for their ability to bring back the old glory days of Pontiac.

But needless to say as a man that loves cars this was a sad event. I just hope there are no more casualties of this current economic downturn our nation is in. And Muscle Cars For Sale will always be a sign that will be sought after for years to come.

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Forthcoming Classic Car Shows and Auctions:

Kansas, July 8 – 10, 2010: 35th annual MVPA Convention in Topeka …

California, March 27, 2010: 18th annual “AIRSHOW 2010” at the Riverside, California Airport from 9 am – 4 pm Aerobatics, antiques, warbirds, flybys, static displays, a pancake breakfast, a classic car show, a military vehicle show, …

Sedona Arizona Events and Festivals

The Community Fair will be an all-day event with booths, food, children’s activities, entertainment, aircraft on display, and an expanded competitive classic car show. (928) 862.0210. sedonafair.com/. September 22-27 … The event will last through the New Year, ending with the “Lights Out Closing Ceremony” on Saturday, January 2, 2010. The festival is open each evening (weather permitting) from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday …

Sarasota Calendar of Events

The Devereaux-Kaiser Car Show is Sunday January 31, 2010. It brings in 1400 cars for display and close to 3000 visitors. It is free for all at the Westfield Sarasota Shopping Mall on Beneva & US 41 in Sarasota. ….. There’s a Classic Car Show Saturday, September 19, 2009 at the Tire Choice location at Clark and McIntosh roads in Sarasota. This all day event is slated to feature Classic Cars, Hot Rods, Street Rods and Low Riders. If you have one of these beauties, …

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Classic Car Show – San Diego, CA. The Classic Car Club of America will have their annual car show in San Diego, Ca. January 6-10, 2010. The host hotel is the OMNI near the Convention Center. The Saturday show is on the grass at the …

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January 2010 New Jersey Events. Fetch Clay, Make Man, Jan 8 – Feb 14, 2010, McCarter Theater 91 University Place Princeton, NJ 609-258-278, In the days before one of the most anticipated fights in boxing history, 23-year-old … Classic Car Show & Auction. Peking Acrobats. February 27, 2010. 7:30 pm Prudential Hall. New Jersey Performing Arts Center One Center Street Newark, NJ (888) 466-5722, This elite group of gymnasts, jugglers, cyclists and tumblers from the People’s …

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Here is a nice video of a car show of American Classic Cars.

(Just to get you in the mood.)

2008 Super San Diego Custom Classic Car Show # 6

The San Diego Super Indoor Classic Custom Car Show featured more than 300 of the best classic custom cars, hot rods and low riders from Northern California, Los Angeles and San Diego. Check out this amazing show car that that features some of the most amazing low riders and custom car paint jobs and modifications. Video #6 – See photos from the car show at the SoCal Beaches Magazine website at www.socalbeachmag.net or at Myspace.com at www.myspace.com/socalbeachesmagazine or on YouTube at …

Here is another video of Classic American Iron in the U.K.

Hot-Rod Show 2009

Hot-Rod and American classic car show at Beaulieu, Hampshire,UK.

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Looking to buy a classic car? Classifieds are a good place to start but do not make it your only option. There are many owners of classic cars that do not advertise their cars, they just take them to shows and win awards.  These are top of the line cars and very expensive.  But depending on your taste and budget a car show could be an option for you.

The best thing about purchasing a classic car from a car show is you that will know what others think about it by how it places and if there are any discrepancies they will be pointed out at the time of their judging. Most good judges thoroughly go through a car and point out where they take points off.  This is very handy if after your purchase you wish to improve the car and take it to a show. It can also be a source of headaches since every judge sees each car differently.

Unfortunately I have known some judges that are prejudiced against certain makes and models.  Nothing can be done to change their minds but this can be a blessing in disguise. The more critical a judge is the better chances after improvements that the next judge might not be prejudiced and you could win the Best of Show.

So look and be choosy, you will be paying through the nose but what a sweet ride you will have if you buy a classic car at a car show.  For a classic car, classifieds are not the only answer.

We also want to encourage all of you car sellers out there to place your ad here on American Classic Car Sale.  There is no charge for the ad at the time you place it.  The only time you are obligated to pay for the ad is when we sell the car for you.  Then it is only a hundred dollars per car.  Send in your write ups, description and photos and we will make your car visible to millions of possible buyers.

For an American collector car, insurance on your prize possession is a must. But just not any coverage will do.  There are many insurance companies that either have a special policy for collectible cars or they only cover collectible and classic cars and trucks.

Collector Car Insurance

As part of an insurance policy, the most important feature will be the agreed value of the classic vehicle. Not including any agreed upon deductible, the value of the collector car should be set high enough to cover the cost of replacing it even if a fire or other accident causes the loss or damage to be a total loss.

The usage and mileage must also be considered. When a person receives a license plate in the classic or collectible car from the state, there is a limitation to the mileage they are allowed to drive. Make sure the insurance plan for your collector car will permit you to drive the car as you wish to. This is the best part of owning a classic car, driving it.

When it comes time for repairs to the classic, make sure all replacement parts are covered under the insurance policy. Make sure the policy allows for not only the parts to be covered but if the overall value of the car increased, this should also be figured into the coverage with an increase in total coverage.

Lastly the cost of inflation should be automatically figured into any policy. Since most classic collectible vehicles will increase on an average of 8% a year, this should be set into your policy.

These suggestions should be followed as a start of setting up any American collector car insurance policy. Before signing any policy make sure you read all of the fine print.

There have been many classic muscle cars made in the past but not many grew so big and still preformed like the Plymouth Barracuda. This was the only pony car that actually beat the Ford Mustang to the market. It was released only 2 weeks prior but it was still there first in 1964.

The very first Barracuda or Cuda as it is better know by today, was Chrysler’s first performance car. This was the performance option on the Valiant a-body car. This first generation of Cuda lasted just three years but had some unique features, one of which was a folding down rear seat to increase the cargo handling capabilities of the car. Unlike the Mustang, this car offered a 273 cu in V-8 the very first year of production.

classic muscle cars 1970 cuda

The second generation Cuda was introduced in 1967 with an all new look and package.  This car became into its own this year and was no longer just the performance option of the Valiant. The major difference of this pony car from all the rest up to this point was it did not have the long hood and short rear deck of most pony cars. This was also the year the big block Chryslers were fitted in under the hood. The 383 cu in motor was an option but due to its size these cars could not come equipped with power steering or air conditioning, there simply was not enough room under the hood.

In 1968 a more reasonable motor was an option to fit the car in that a 340 cu in was now available. It fit better and customers could have power steering and air conditioning. But the 383 were still the best choice for the ¼ mile drag strip.

The third generation in 1970 saw major changes including a total redesign to incorporate a long hood and short rear deck to better compete with the Mustang and Camaro. The 1970 Cuda was available with every engine option made by Chrysler including the 426 Hemi and the 440 with a six-pack on top. But this all ended in 1974 when only 15,000 cars were sold. But what a ride it was for the Cuda, one of many classic muscle cars made then faded away.

Speaking of classic muscle cars, we have just added a couple of neat videos to the post about the 1966 charger that is for sale on this website.  One of them is an original TV ad for the 66 charger, and the other is a real crazy video of a guy just obliterating a set of rear tires, up in smoke!  Check them out.

Hi everyone!

So I have been meaning to change this website design to a more appropriate car collecting theme and I started early this morning to put up a temporary one, and of all things, I accidentally deleted the existing theme that has been up for about two years!

Well my programmer to the rescue, and we have fixed it at least for the time being. I will now install said temporary theme and by next week some time we will have a brand new much prettier website with all the bells and whistles that are available to a WordPress theme.

Please bear with us. It will be nice, promise.

Admin Rich

Oh, and another thing.

The 1940 Ford pickup street rod is “SOLD!”
It is on it’s way to sunny Australia and we will give a full report after the lucky collector receives it!

The days of yesteryear, when signs that said street rods for sale were a common thing are long past. Today it is more common to see muscle car for sale or classic cars for sale, street rods or even hot rods for sale are long past. I think the main reason is because before muscle cars came into being in 1964, there were only street rods.

studebaker street rod - flickr

There were no production muscle cars to be had going into the 1960’s. All of the fast cars were built by their owners. There was plenty of know how and parts to make this a viable industry. I especially liked the old 1930’s Fords that would have their fenders taken off and the engine replaced along with the rest of the drive train to make them go fast. There were many painted black with a wild flame job added to the nose of the car. This made them look like a flaming rocket going down the road.

The best place to see these cars run were the interstate sections that were being built. These closed off straight sections of smooth road were the ideal places for drag races. Plus there were few to no cops watching these unopened roads.

But with most of the interstates already built across this nation and the old street rods and hot rods so old and rare most owners do not want to take a chance, so they sit in car shows instead of racing. Maybe I am showing my age but this was a time of American history I miss and street rods for sale are far and few between.

You can see a couple of beauties here on American Classic Car Sale that have been lovingly taken apart piece by piece and reassembled using the best of the best in replacement or original parts. 1940 Ford Pick Up Street Rod, and a 1942 Ford Coupe Street Rod.  What you end up with is a connection to the past which is a salute to the original car designers, coupled with new technology and go fats treatments that make your head spin.

I know that some of the old time antique car collectors openly scoff at such a travesty but deep down inside they are thinking that they would just love to take a ride in that rocket.

The sign: “Collector Car Sale” is one that gets all of our hearts pumping a little faster. When we see this term in a classified ad in the newspaper or on a website there is always a mad scramble to be the first caller. How many times have you heard the stories about having just missed that 1963 split window coupe that sat in a barn and sold for a few thousand?

I have never really found a classic car that I did not like. Yes I know the Edsel was a bomb but compare it to a new Kia and I would prefer the Edsel.

That is a dramatic statement but I had to drive a Kia for a few days and I felt like I was in an aluminum foil car the sheet metal was so thin. Instead of a thud when the door closed it went twang. The can of beans I ate last night had thicker sides on it. The engine was fuel efficient to the point that it could not get out of its own way. I won’t admit I was scared but there were times when an 18-wheeler was next to me on the highway and I was a little uncomfortable.

When you see a collector car sale advertised and it is a newer Viper or a Shelby Cobra you had better find some way to buy it and hold on to it for several years as these cars will become the classics of tomorrow. There are banks and finance companies that specialize in collector car financing and will give you a good rate. A couple of classic car financing companies that we know of and suggest you look at are hagerty.com and woodsidecredit.com.

When you find these advertisers you will do well to contact them directly as the reason they provide special rates for collector car financing is that they know you will take good care of your baby and that if you are in this field of collecting than you are no doubt a responsible person and a good risk for them.

collector car sale: shelby

Along with financing you will need to have special car collector insurance as this is very specialized also. The average automotive insurance will not be sufficient to cover your new ride but these specialty insurance companies have studied the risks and they come up with plans that will be perfect for your needs. Some companies that we can refer you to that have car collector insurance are; hagerty.com, heacockclassic.com, lelandwest.com and americancollectors.com.

Here in the states we are coming into the cold weather season and many of you will be putting your collector cars up for the winter and you will be making plans all winter long about what you will want to do to your car for the coming car shows and events next summer.

You had better keep watching out for the collector car sale ads all winter long because some of the best deals to be found are during the off-season periods that other collectors might not be looking for.

Please let our readers know when you purchase a new classic and we will publish pictures of it and your story if it meets our requirements.

If you have a classic car, muscle car or antique car for sale contact us using the contact form at the top of this page and we will advertise it here on American Classic Car Sale. Our advertising rate is ridiculously low and you do not have to pay anything at all until you sell the car. If we don’t sell it for you, there is no charge.

They say a picture is worth a thousand words.  Then this video is the Great American Novel.

Roy’s collection of Vettes and muscle cars is below the radar of the average car collector, but wouldn’t we all love to have some of these babies?

Enjoy.

Leave your comments below.

We received the following request and happy to post the announcement here.

Hi.

I was hoping you might be able to post the following Classic Car Show on your website.

Thanks.

Ben Gorenstein
Guilderland Chamber of Commerce
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3rd Annual “Souped Up on Guilderland” and “Classic Car Show” Contest

CAR SHOW! SOUP CONTEST!
Altamont Orchards – October 10, 2009
6654 Dunnsville Rd. Altamont, NY 12009

Car Show from 10am-2pm Featuring hotrods, classics, antiques, customs, foreign, trucks and bikes. Best of show awards Dash plaques and swag bags (fully loaded goody bag) to first 50 cars $10 per car (includes 1 soup ticket) Additional soup tickets will be available at $5 each

Soup Contest from 11am-2pm Featuring Chef Carmine Guilderland’s finest restaurants Vote for your favorite soup, stew or chili

Live entertainment from 1pm – 4pm Featuring Renee Lussier & Branchwater

Apple picking, crate maze, haunted house, cider and doughnuts and much, much more….

For additional information on this fun and exciting event, please contact the Guilderland Chamber @ 456-6611 or visit tasteofguilderland.com

Altamont Orchards is located @ 6654 Dunnsville Rd. Altamont NY 12009

American Classic Cars have been seriously collected starting soon after World War II.  There is the fascination of putting you back in time to when you were a little kid standing in awe and amazement when you first say the new year models.  When you think of the many different kinds of American Classic Cars that there are you have a wide area of choices to select your favorites from.  We here at AmericanClassicCarSale.com encourage you to step back in time right here on our website.  Please leave any comments that you care to share.

One friend remembers his experiences with these beauties and shares them with us in the following article titled:

American Classic Cars I Have Owned

Man oh man!  This is one of the most gorgeous rods we have ever fondled!  This is a 1940 Ford Pick Up that has been lovingly built into the sweetest rides that there could ever be.

Starting out life as a 40 Ford it then had the following modifications:

Engine:  Chevy 350 Cu In V-8
Transmission:  GM 350 Turbo 3 Speed Auto
Front End:  Chevy S-10
Rear End:  Ford 9 Inch
Paint:  Dark Walnut Metallic (with fabulous flame job)
Stereo:  AM – FM – CD
Air conditioning
Flame Paint Job
Power Steering
Custom Tilt Steering Wheel
Powered Bed Cover

1940 Ford Pick Up Left Side

1940 Ford Pick Up Headlight

1940 Ford Pick Up Grille

1940 Ford Pick Up Flames

1940 ford Pick Up Oak Running Boards

1940 Ford Pick Up Right Rear

1940 Ford Pick Up Rear View

1940 Ford Pick Up Interior

All created and put together with a lot of love.  You won’t find many trucks better than this one.

1940 Ford Pick Up Engine

Price is $25,000 (SOLD) and she is located in Central New York State.

*** This truck is IMMACULATE ! ***

SOLD

Use the “Contact” tab at the top to purchase or ask questions.

As we have discussed before here on American Classic Car Sale, an ad that reads Corvettes For Sale is one that every American I have ever known has at some time in their life wanted to answer. To buy a Corvette would mean you have attained a certain level of success in life.

Covette Crossed Flags Emblem

The Corvette is like no other car in the world. This American icon will never be converted to a family car. This is if there are any children in the family. The Corvette will also never be any good as a truck. They do have powerful engines, except for the first years, but we won’t mention that. The engines were made to just go fast. They do have torque but not pulling power, or at least not like a truck of comparable engine displacement.

The Corvette will also never be an off road vehicle or a four by four. I can’t even imagine an off road Corvette. The Corvette with its long sleek road hugging body is at its best when going down the road fast. Even without a fancy paint job when a Corvette goes by heads will turn.

I have been in a few and my favorite was a 1963 C2 version with the split rear window. The 247 under the hood never had a problem breaking the wheels loose and heads turned around every corner.

To date General Motors has stopped production of the Oldsmobile, the makers of the 442, and Pontiac the makers of the Firebird, Trans Am and GTO. If Chevrolet or the Corvette ever goes then I will for sure know that the people in charge of GM have lost their minds. Corvettes For Sale are ads every American must answer at least once in their life time.

This 1942 Ford was lovingly rebuilt into a beautiful car that you will want to see for yourself. This car was made into a street rod on a late 1970′s Ford chassis. It is a 302 with 3 Speed Auto.
Power Windows, Power Locks, Dual Exhaust and is a great driver. It is located in Upstate New York.
Price: $ 22,000.

1942 Ford Coupe Street Rod

42 Ford left front

42 Ford left rear

42 Ford right rear

42 Ford headlight

42 Ford Street Rod Engine 302

42 Ford Street Rod Interior

This car is being offered by the seller priced for a quick sale.  The description is as was received from the seller.

“The car is a 427 / 390 HP car
4sp, air, power windows and locks, leather interior.
We have changed the brake master cyl, put new brake lines on car…all new.
New front calipers, I have the originals yet.
I have new chrome big block valve covers, air cleaner and decals, 427 emblems for hood, crossed flags for front and rear of car, and outside door handles.

The stingray emblems are in decent shape yet, the side venting gill chrome is all missing. I have 6 older ones for the car

Need a vacuum pod for the wiper doors.
Needs vacuum work, you can see the headlights are still up.
Side pipes are cracked, they painted them white over the chrome before I bought it.
All new emblems / parts still in boxes.
I found some used cone wheel covers for it last year.  It had the chev baby moons with it for some reason.
Bumpers had been rechromed before I bought it, they are back on the car.
BF Goodrich white letter tires, very good shape, like new, look nice on the car.
2 pictures of car below from when I first bought it 5 years ago.
The car has pretty much been sitting for the last 12 years.
Was repainted before I got it.
Has a couple of small nicks in the paint, 3 – 4.
Around 67,000 miles on car.
Chassis is in good solid shape, was undercoated when new, car came from southern Ohio.
Engine compartment looks … dusty dirty.
I figured for around $5000 … for interior, carpet, exhaust, and a few other things the car would be a very nice driver.

I think it is a nice looking car as is, but with the finishing touches it would be nice enough to show a bit.
Not a Barret Jackson car by any means.”

1969 Covette 427 Wisconsin

69 Vette Wisconsin

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Asking Price: $15,000 (obo)

If you have questions or wish to negotiate, please contact me using the “Contact” tab at the top of this page and I will put you in touch with the owner.

Rich Hill

Good classic car dealers are hard to find. There are many classic cars for sale and many classic car dealers but a good quality car from a reputable dealer is rarer and rarer in the market place today. Some of the establishments I have visited have just reminded me of used car dealers. They just tell the prospective buyer what he wants to hear so he will make a purchase.

I have been told to leave some establishments when making inquires about whether the VIN numbers match the engine and transmission. Some of them even acted insulted because I wanted to check the numbers personally. When I have tried is when I have been asked to leave.
These are places that sell Camaros such as Z28 models or Tempo’s and Hemi’s or GTO’s. To buy an original production muscle car is getting harder and harder. This is due to the time lapse since they were made. The last real production muscle car was produced in 1974. Since this year is 2009, that makes the newest one over 35 years old. That is a lot of time for an engine to give out and the owner to replace it with an economical choice or a rear-end to sheer a pin and need to be replaced. All of this needs to be considered.

Just keep it in mind when you go looking. Ask questions, lots of questions and if you see hesitation or irritation in the face of the salesman, then beware a scam might be protruded on you. You all know that a completely original car with all matching numbers increases the value of a classic car. The seller should point out any known differences and if they do not then perhaps they are the type of person that would try to hide other details from you.

Not all classic car dealers are just used car dealers just a lot of them so buy with caution.

A sign that reads  Classic Mustangs for sale means there should be stangs there built from between 1964 ½ and 1973.  If it is any other year then it’s not a classic mustang.  The Ford Mustang carries the title of American Classic Car very nicely.

1969 Mustang - flickr

Most people and mustang enthusiasts love the little pony car especially the early years.  As an old mechanic I preferred the older ones.   It was basic to me, I am a big guy and those early ones were so small and the engine so large they were hard to work on.

From the year 1971 thru 1973 there was enough room to turn a wrench and not bust a knuckle. This was the first time the mustang’s wheelbase was extended to 109”.  In addition only big engines were placed into the engine compartment. Gone was the mild 200 cu in six-cylinder. For 1971 the Boss 351 with 330 horsepower was the most widely produced stang that year.  But also available were 2 versions of the 429.  The standard and the Ram Air both with 370 horsepower.

The hood was longer and sleek looking while from the rear the large bold triple lenses could be seen as you pulled away from all that were behind you.

In 1971 was also the first year with the high bucket seats and power windows were an option. The Mach I trim option was still available along with the Boss trim option that came standard with the 351 Cleveland with the 4 bolt mains. The completion of the Boss package was the suspension combined with a 4 speed transmission and a Hurst shifter along with the 3.91:1 traction lock rear end made this car a dream to drive.

If you can find one of these classic mustangs for sale and they are still in good shape you have a true selection of muscle cars..

A Muscle car sale, how could that be true?  Who would put a muscle car for sale at a discounted price?  This is close to being a sin. With the demand so high a discount price is unheard of.  For most places I have found that sell muscle cars the price is far from a sale price.

I did find a 1968 Chevy big block Camaro for only $24,500 and another Camaro for $23,500 with the RS option, but that is about as cheap as I could find for a car that ran and was nicely restored.  I kept looking and noticed that the lower range of prices for muscle cars were mostly Camaro’s.  I loved that car.  It was fast and slick with all the power one would want. But then I remembered how many were made.

68 Camarro - courtesy flickr

I know supply and demand drive the market place of everything that is sold including muscle cars. I was disappointed in 2002 when Chevrolet discontinued production of this iconic pony car. There were four different generations of this car until it was discontinued. The first two generations were my favorites.  The only draw back to owning one was the frame or lack there of one. They were unibody with only a subframe.

Yes do you remember like me seeing all those Camaro’s going down the street with a twisted frame and the front and rear tires not aligned.  Most car lovers that I knew back then had the frame extensions put in to prevent this, but not everybody did so.

I was so glad when Chevrolet brought the Camaro back and for the first time I am grateful for the transformer cartoon. Yes when it was made into a movie and the car named Bumble Bee was such a hit, the management at GM took noticed and the Camaro was reborn.

So I kinda see muscle car sale now but not really.

There are many classic car auctions around our nation.  Some are every week and some are once a year events.  These can be tricky events if you are not prepared. There is time before each auction to inspect all of the cars. Make a complete inspection of all the cars you may want to bid on.

If you are the type of person that gets tunnel vision, then maybe you should avoid the auctions or have a friend accompany you.  It is best to find at least three cars, if not more that you are interested in.  Inspect each one and take notes. Test every component you can.  Turn on every accessory just to make sure it works. Look at each light and ensure that they are all one.  If possible stick a rod on the engine and listen for noise.  Remember a deep thump is a main bearing while a light tap is in the valve train.

Before going to the auction see if you can find the same type of car you are looking for and ask the owner if you can inspect it.  This will help give you a better idea of what to look for, especially the engine noises. If you do not know what noises to listen for in the engine then listening to one at the auction is meaningless. Be prepared.

As the cars you have looked at go past make sure you stick to your limit.  There are times an outside bidder will want it no matter what.  If you get stuck in one of those bidding wars, it will cost you dearly.  Every once in a while the bidding wars are a plant by a shill to increase the price. Never look too eager and always act as if the car is just a car.  This is the hardest thing to do. But at a classic car auction it is a must, if you can.

There are millions of used cars being sold every single day and at these American classic car auctions if you miss this one dream of a lifetime, just remember there is another one right around the corner that will get your juices flowing.  Never go over your bid limit no matter how cute the auctioneer tries to be when coaxing out just one more bid increment.  Remember the auctioneer could give a crap about the car.  He just wants a little more commission money.

A good used muscle car is hard to find.  Remember these cars were built to run fast and look bad.  Most are over 30 yeas old and have a lot of miles on them So if you are in the market for a used muscle car whether it is a Mustang, Barracuda, Camaro, Firebird, GTO or Corvette, take your time and know the weak points of that particular model.

A perfect example is the Camaro and Firebird weaknesses.  With large engines their bodies had a tendency to twist. This was because the designers built them on a unibody.  Yes, it was not a complete frame just one that goes back about mid way where the transmission ends.  The rest is just sheet metal. I have seen many of the Camaro’s with the 396 engines that would side step down the road.

The same goes for the Firebirds and Trans Am’s, a twisted body because of so much torque from the large engines. This can be corrected in a properly equipped body shop but that costs a lot of money.  This should only be done if you are restoring a muscle car.  If you just want to build a muscle car then buy a model with a smaller engine.  You can still buy frame extensions to prevent the twisting.  Have them in place before the large engine is installed.  This is one way to be assured of ending up with a fine American classic car.   If you are like me once the engine goes in I am out on a test run.  Just to make sure it is running properly of course.  Even a test run can twist the body or at least I can do it.

Just be careful with used muscle cars. Know the model and its weaknesses so you will get what you think you bought.

The all time American classic car for most is the 1957 Chevy Bel-Air. This classic car is better known as just 57 Chevy.  This is one of the most loved and best recognized car in American automobile history.  It was the last of a 3-year series that introduced the Chevy small block V-8 to the world.

Not too many people know this but the 57 Chevy was the car that almost wasn’t.  General Motor’s executives wanted a whole new car for 1957 but they had production delays and were forced to continue the shoebox design of the 1955-6 for another year. Some redesigning was done which increased the length and made fuel injection an option. The ad for the car stated “The road isn’t built that can make it breathe hard”. The V-8 was combined with the all-new Turboglide transmission that gave this a quick smooth ride. Chevy officials were said to describe the car as “Sweet, Smooth and Sassy”.

An unusual point that I do not understand is that the 1957 Ford outsold this American Icon. But the 60’s is where this car made it big hit, as a used car.  The car was cheap, light and fast that made it perfect for the younger crowd.

Today there is the Danchuk Manufacturing Inc and Classic Chevy International that makes and sells parts to keep the 57 Chevy’s running as long as you keep buying the new parts that are needed.

This car has been used as an icon for toys, graphics, music movies and television. This is the all time American Classic Car.

Just the words “Corvette for sale” bring back so many memories. It is hard to decide which Corvette is my favorite. But undoubtedly, one of the earliest is of a banana yellow one.  A draftsman that worked for my father owned it.  A beautiful 1969 stingray that had the mako modification kit added on it.   I could never forget what looked like a menacing grin on from the front grill. It just looked mean. Along with the front modifications were the wheel-well flaring and the spoiler on the back.  This was the baddest ride this pre-teen had ever seen. To top off the looks, it had my favorite wheels, mags.

Back then I just listened to him when he described what he had done to make it go faster while my eyes just enjoyed that great piece of eye candy. He emphasized the engine and certain components that helped the performance.  I remember thinking why do those things? It doesn’t make it look any better. No one can see inside an engine. Yes, sooo naive was I!

I decided to learn more about why a high-rise cam with roller lifters meant so much to him.  I also found out that the great-looking side pipes had an actual performance function. In time, I learned to really appreciate his car and all he had done.

There are a lot of great looking cars out there but if the performance package is not there or not adjusted and tuned right, it will be like most show Harleys I know of.  They look great but need a truck to move because they are all show no go.

But that Corvette for sale was both show and go.

The need for the grease jockey to have a project classic car is great. But from time to time they get stuck on where to go and what is next.  Sure there is the internet today with listings and listing of old cars for sale. These also have had added to their prices the finder’s fees and storage of the facilities that house them.

If one thinks back just a decade or so ago, before the internet there were still project classic cars being restored.  Most of the older generation had a project car just to get to work.  Not all of them were fancy but most of us had to work and the price of a new car was out of reach so we built one.  You might end up with a great American Classic Car.

Do what was done in the past for a bargain project classic car; look in the rural gas stations.  Old farmers that have passed on but left their cars in these small garages to be repaired and then forgotten about by the family is a great source, I know I found an old truck that way.

Other places to look are those old farms.  With today’s farms being run by large corporations, a large number of family farms are no longer occupied. I know of a family friend that found a 1958 MGA in one. For a future car enthusiast, it will still be there.   Yes it was purchased and has been worked on for 30 years but the engine still does not run nor is there any interior, including no seats. The last time I saw it was 10 years ago and I know nothing has been done to it.  It is just waiting to be restored.

The internet is great for finding all the parts but the body to start your project classic car will be easier and cheaper if you rely on the best source of knowledge in the world, your elders.

Antique autos for sale is a sign that always gets my attention every time. Not only do I love old cars but also this sign is plural so I know there is more than one near each other. But the word antique is so vague one will never know what models and makes are there until you stop and look. The quest for American classic cars is never ending around here.

I am not usually disappointed but at times I am, but that happens in everything. I remember some years back traveling from St. Louis to Peoria to visit my mother on I55. I would see along the highway numerous signs reading just that antique cars for sale. Most of the time they were just old muscle cars for sale that have seen better days. My favorite place to visit was Country Classic Cars. This place was located just outside Staunton Illinois. They are on the east side of the highway up on the hill. There are about 100 cars in view of the drivers on the highway, which has caused a few close calls. I have had a few close calls there myself. I am not the only one looking at all the old cars.

They literally have hundreds of antique and classic cars, trucks and other items for sale. Inside one of their buildings are the finest selections they have that are protected from the weather. But unless one would stop they would never see them. The ones out in view of the highway are mostly in need of some type of repair.

The years of antique cars for sale are a wide range from 1929 to 2006. I do not consider the 2006 a classic car or an antique car but it is there but most of the vehicles are over 20 years old from almost every make and model. It is almost like stepping back in time. They have a Kaiser, a few old Willys not to mention the Packard but no Hudson’s.

To go back in time just follow the signs that read antique autos for sale and enjoy.

There is nothing like taking a ride in your classic car on Sunday and going to one of the Classic Car Shows.   Spring is coming and all the gear heads are getting ready.  If you are like me, my garage is heated and I have worked on my car all winter long. Some repairs were just to make sure it was still right and other parts did need fixing.

Yes this is one mechanical device that gets torn up even if it is not working.  I know the old saying “if it’s not broken don’t fix it” but that does not apply to a classic car. Most are 20 or more years old and the metal will have some fatigue to it. This must be checked.  I know some car collectors build their cars for the show and an occasional Sunday drive, but not me.  I bought and built my classic car to drive and enjoy.

When I get in my other car it just seems wrong.  The doors are so light and the noise and comfort level is just not there.  I do get better gas mileage but it won’t get out of its own way. I guess it is just what one gets used to.

The kids nowadays are amazed at the old cars and the difference between them and the new ones.  You can always tell when a kid has never been in an old car and they have trouble closing the door. I always tell them ”that is made out of real metal”.

I am so glad the classic car shows are still go on. Spring is in the air and I am ready to place my baby in the show.

Notice: You are welcome to post your American Classic Car For Sale advertisement on this Blog.  We have good coverage and steady readers now.  We run the Honor System for payment as in you do not have to pay anything at the time you place the ad.  When the car sells you are on your honor to send us fifty bucks.  That’s a great deal and you will put your for sale ad in a very targeted group of collectors.  Refer to other posts for the procedure.

During times like the present recession or depression, investments are not always stable. But classic car values are holding steady.  These investments are more than just a thing of value but loved and admired by all that see them.

It is well known fact that a car nut will pay anything for that special, one of a kind car he has always dreamed of.  This is a constant. For most of us though this is a labor of love. When restoring a classic car the value usually does not even come to mind.  The price of that hard to find part is never too high; the thought is “I finally got it.” This is the same with the overall value of your pride and joy.

The market might not be large at this time but there is always a market for classic cars and the value of classic cars are always on the rise do to their scarcity. I found an old Mach 1 from 1969.  It looks like it has not run in years and has three different color body panels on it but they still want over $6000 for it. Back as a teenager in the late 70’s my neighbor bought one in better shape and it ran balls to the walls for only $700. That’s almost a thousand percent increase.

Classic car values will always rise; just make sure you know what you have or what you are looking at. Pontiac enthusiasts know this for sure.  A Tempo is not a Lemans, which is not a GTO.  I have seen many disguised in the past.  Do your homework and help keep those classic car values up. They are more than just an investment.

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You may submit up to six good quality digital images of the vehicle and we will run your advetisement at no cost to you at the time you place the ad.

When you sell the vehicle, you are on your honor to send us a payment of $50.00 $100.00 USD for helping you make the sale. That’s all there is to it.  The ad will stay up until it is sold.  You can’t beat that deal and we will reach the proper targeted audience of potential buyers.

No warranty or guarantee of any kind is expressed or implied by AmericanClassicCarSale.com and all negotiations and terms of the sale shall be between the advertiser/owner and the buyer.  We are only offering a service to put collector buyers and sellers together for the benefit of both parties.

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There are many trucks being advertised as antique trucks for sale, but is it truly an antique? The going norm is 20 years old is a classic and 25 years old is an antique so do not be fooled. These ages were set by the  government as the dates that they will allow you to license your vehicle under these classifications.

The easiest place to find an antique truck already restored is either the Internet, local newspaper or like in so many larger towns the local antique and classic car dealerships. I have been into a few of these dealerships and they truly are a place to visit. Most do the restoring themselves. This is done with painstaking detail, but you pay for it upon purchase but oh what a nice job most do.

It is amazing the condition that some trucks are in when they arrive. Until a few years ago trucks were for men and performed work for their whole life span. Most were modified to fit the need of the owner to suit a specific need on the job site or farm.

The antique truck parts are still possible to find and even sometimes in good condition. But while looking at a restored antique truck that is for sale, ask the appropriate questions like who was the previous owner?  What did he do for a living? When was the truck restored?  For the really old trucks one thing that is usually not thought of  is in using old wood where appropriate.  In the past truck beds were made of wood. Finding the right type and age of wood might be difficult but would increase the value of your antique truck.

There are many antique trucks for sale just do your research before getting all googoo eyed on one in front of the owner. That will only increase the price to you.

Notice: We are starting an honor system advertising program for those of you that have American Classic Cars for sale.  Send us you ad copy, with your name address and phone number, a full description of the vehicle (particularly any faults,) and most importantly the actual price that you are asking for the vehicle.

You may submit up to six good quality digital images of the vehicle and we will run your advetisement at no cost to you at the time you place the ad.

When you sell the vehicle, you are on your honor to send us a payment of $50.00 USD for helping you make the sale.

That’s all there is to it.  The ad will stay up until it is sold.  You can’t beat that deal and we will reach the proper targeted audience of potential buyers.

No warranty or guarantee of any kind is expressed or implied by americanClassicCarSale.com and all negotiations and terms of the sale shall be between the advertiser/owner and the buyer.  We are only offering a service to put collector buyers and sellers together for the benefit of both parties.

Pay no fee until you sell the vehicle.  “The Honor System.”

The automotive industry is flooded with new and different car models and hot rods for sale. This happens because manufacturers would like to give car owners and enthusiasts the type of car that can satisfy their ultimate dreams. They want to create and provide the dream cars that each one of us have always wanted.

The efforts that the manufacturers exert just to provide us the car that we want is really great. But sometimes, what we want to have in our car is not perfectly made by them. Most of the time we don’t like their generic color finishes on the car.

We don’t want to own a car similar to the one that our neighbors have. Most of the time, we want to be unique to stand out in the crowd. Instead of having a fresh vehicle from manufacturer’s warehouse, we should think about getting hot rods. These types of cars are much better than the factory released ones.

With hot rods, you can enjoy better exterior and interior looks. You can find the hot rods that are perfectly designed according to your personality and preferences.

Hot rod vehicle are physically “hot”, but the modification can extend to other parts and components. Some hotrods are made with better engine, great suspensions and other vital parts that can make it extra special.

If you are interested in finding your very own hot rod vehicle, the net can provide you the answer. There are various online stores where you can pick the one that you need. They are offering great varieties of hot rods for sale so take a glance on the selection that they have today.

If you have a hot rod for sale you may advertise it here on this website on the honor system.  There is no charge at the time you place the ad, just pay us $50 when you sell it.  Contact us for more details.

Vehicle owners are usually worried about depreciation and dropping down of classic car values. They are concerned because they think five or ten years from now their vehicles will totally lose its worth.

This is half true and half not, because there’s always a way to prevent the possibility of depreciation. If you will just take good care of your car and provide it its needed regular maintenance check, there’s no way for that possibility to ever happen.

Actually, if you will keep on customizing and improving your vehicle, you can make its value go higher. In general, your car needs proper and constant maintenance to stay in good shape.

Car restoration as well as customization can be done effectively if you have the right parts. This does not mean that you have to get the most expensive car parts offer today. What you have to look for is quality and suitability to your vehicles application.

If you consider these two when choosing parts, you can make your vehicle look better and exceptionally perform on the road. Keep your vehicle in utmost functionality and running condition. Always check if some parts are defective or malfunctioning. Problems especially in its mechanical parts should always be given immediate attention and solution.

If you don’t have an old valuable car but you have plans on getting one, decide today. Don’t make it end as a plan, start looking for the vehicle model that you want. Don’t think negatively, get your dream car and start your modification.

Your classic car values will never suffer any depreciation as long as you do your part. It will even become an investment that you can boast to your friends and pals about.

Although we are now in the midst of finding the best car models of our era, many are still opting to buy classic cars since they have the unique style and most of all affordable.

If you’re planning to invest in  classic cars, then probably you can count yourself in as one of those people who are looking for a classic car for sale. Finding a second hand car is also an exhausting task. In fact it needs a meticulous examination when it comes to the car’s history and other details. Second hand vehicles or classic cars are obviously rarely seen on the road, so you really have to be meticulous in choosing.

If you are still confused on whether your prospect classic car is still worth something, you should consider first some of factors so that you can easily choose the right one that fits  your budget. When searching for a classic car for sale, keep in mind that the easiest ways of measuring if your prospect vehicle is a classic or not is to check its manufactured year, the unit numbers and the relevance or in other words its history.

It’s good to drive a car that possess a good background, so check out every car sales who knows you might something that holds a valuable gem and could be a great value if you restored it.

Checking classic car shows and displays are the easiest way to find your prospect classic vehicle. In fact most of them are found online. There are classic car owners who are now posting classic car for sale on the net as most people nowadays are searching the web when purchasing their needs.

We invite you to offer your cars for sale here on this website, www.AmericanClassicCarSale.com.  You may submit your photos, description and price for a listing that will not cost anything until you sell the car.  This is an honor system and after you sell the vehicle you will pay us only $100 for a successful advertisement.

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Old cars for sale advertisements can be found almost anywhere. You might be wondering why these junk-like vehicles are still being sold, so here’s a trivia for you. These old cars being advertised are not the ones coated with rust and full of deep dents. What is being offered are old and antique cars that are still valuable, and definitely not the ones that you are thinking about.

Actually, if you will appraise the value of these cars, you can say that they are twice or trice expensive than the newest models offered today. If you are an enthusiast or a vehicle aficionado looking for another car for your collection, check out the old cars for sale.

There’s always a good find for you. Whether you are after a sporty, elegant ride or a masculine looking car, there’s always the right piece for you. All you have to do is start your search today.

Old cars can still be considered as investments. You can buy them in an affordable price especially when no work or modifications have been done. In this case, you have to spend additional bucks for its restoration and parts for improvement. At first, you may think that they are not worth keeping, but keep on going. Make and change them into your ultimate dream car to find the satisfaction that you are looking for.

If you are don’t want to undergo long and tiresome restoration processes, there are also some old yet good looking cars available in the market. All you have to do is to look for the ads like “old cars for sale”.

There are some differences in a modern car auction and a Classic Car Auction.  Most car auctions are not specific to any make or model of the cars that they will offer. These cars come from overstocked lots or from fleet vehicles that are being sold from a business or the government. You will want to arm yourself with any of the current Classic Car Trader publications that are available to be prepared to spot a real bargain.

There are specialized car auctions that will devote itself to one make of car and there are a few that devote the entire auction to make and model, as well as for Classic American Cars. The buyer needs to know exactly what they want to buy before attempting to participate.

The more determined a buyer is to find a specific make or model will dictate which car auction they need to attend and when. There is a Classic American Car auction out there for the discerning buyer, but it takes time and effort to find the right one.

The most popular car auction is the traditional lot type auction. Here there are no constraints of the types of vehicles that you buy and sell. The cars are showcased in a lot outside the auction house for about an hour or two before the auction starts. Here the buyer can walk through rows of cars to find the car that will fit both the buyers taste and finances. The auction is open to all buyers though car dealers represent the majority of the crowd. The action is fast and furious and the novice car buyer may be lost in the confusion of the rapid fashion in which the auctioneer presents the bids. The traditional car auction may diversify into other vehicles such as boats, tractors, or motorcycles.

Another narrower type of car auction is the make car auction. Here only a specified makes of vehicles we be offered. The cars usually come from a franchised lot. The cars are often new or slightly pre-owned and are being sold to make room for the New Year’s inventory. This car auction is populated mostly by car dealers with a high spending power and years of experience in the profession. Some of the make car auctions are only offered to other dealers that sell that make of car. Before attending this type of car auction make sure that you are authorized to attend.

A more focused car auction is a large lot auction that specifies in the specific make and model of the automobile. For example, a car auction might only present Ford Mustangs for sale. This would draw car enthusiasts and body shops to the auction instead of the plethora of car dealers. The car enthusiast crowd would probably be more financially secure than a novice buyer and no specifically what to look for in a Mustang. With such as centered audience, the bidding could get very high, very fast.

The pre-viewing times in the lot will probably be a little longer than the traditional car auctions. This will allow the experts to go over the cars and find the best value for their money. The description of the vehicle by the auctioneer may be more detailed to get a higher interest in the vehicle and thus raise the price.

Generally speaking you can follow all of the above information for an American Classic Car Sale, as well as current or recent year makes and models.  The information about the auctions is relatively the same.  Don’t forget to take your Classic Car Trader list of Classic Car Values with you.

No doubt about it.  Your last car is always a station wagon.

Station Wagon

For Sale 1966 Ford Fairlane 500 4-Door, 289, 3-Speed auto.

82,000 original miles, not a repaint.

100% original other than new radiator, new water pump and new fuel pump.

This is a Georgia car that was stored in a barn for twenty years.

Minor dimple in right rear quarter and a paint scrape there also. (see photos)

A great buy at only $5K.

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This description was inadvertently left out of the original posting on this car.

Description by the owner is as follows:

“1966 dodge Charger – 383 – 3 Speed auto.

Good condition, has power steering leak, runs great, no rust.

All original with newer paint.”

Dodge Charger 1966 First Year.

Clean and Solid – 383 Engine.

Note: the car is located in Upstate New York near Syracuse.

Here are a couple of 1966 charger videos that you will appreciate.

The first is an original TV ad for the 66 Charger and the second video is of a wicked tire burnout.

1966 Charger Burnout.