Most Desirable Muscle Car
There is no question that this 1970 Plymouth Hemi Cuda is just about the most desirable classic muscle car in existence. A question always comes up, however, as to how to value this car. In 2007, at the Barrett-Jackson Auction in Scottdale, a number of these hardtop Hemi Cudas were selling at $750,000. Since then those numbers have come down quite a bit as a result of the 2008-2009 recession. (Most recently a No. 2 condition (show quality) ’70 Hemi Cuda will average $258,000 (according to Hagerty Insurance).
This week a private party seller from Canada listed his Rally Red 1970 Plymouth Hemi Cuda hardtop for sale in the Cars-On-Line.com Mopar Muscle Car listings. You can view a Slide Show with detailed photos at the link. From the photos you would have to assume this car is better than a No. 3 condition car if it were to be appraised. The undercarriage photos are really nice. It would seem to have been restored at some point. Call the seller to find out more of the details. He says it has had a dealer replacement block under warranty. He says the Torqueflite transmission is original. What is significant about this car is the amount of documentation available on it. You can see the broadcast sheet and fender tag in the Slide Show photo.
The Canadian seller shows bucket seats and console in the photos. He says the car came with power disc brakes, the Super Track Pack option, Dana rear end, Ralley dash and Ralley wheels. He can see it has the red shaker in the photos. He bought the car in California four years ago.
If you’ve always wanted a Hemi Cuda, here is one at a pretty interesting price. It is a significant find for any collector.
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Classic Car News This Week
Ford Halts EV Investments
Ford Motor Company told their dealerships to put a hold on investment in electric vehicle development, including charging stations, this week. They recommended to dealerships which were enrolled in their EV certification program to postpone investments in EV charging stations until their re-evaluate their electric programs. A number of problems were cited, including slow sales of EV vehicles. Dealers were supposed to install a certain number of charging stations to be certified for Ford’s EV program. That has now been put on hold. Ford expects to eat $5.5 billion in losses because slower than expected EV sales in 2024. So when will we see all those Ford EV’s on sale?
The Aging of US Cars
The average age of cars and trucks here in the U.S. has reached a new high of 12.6 years, according to a report put out by S&P Global Mobility. The report says the average age of a passenger car has reached 14 years, while light trucks are lasting 11.9 years. That trend has been increasing every year since COVID. One of the reasons may be that the average price of a new car in 2019 was $33,695. But this year the average cost of a new car is $45,000. Which vehicles do we keep the longest? Sport Utility Vehicles and sports cars are among the top cars that Americans seem to hang on to. That makes sense. Sports cars are often second cars that only get driven on weekends. SUV’s are very durable and become excellent second cars for the family. The Toyota Prius tops the list of cars kept the longest. The Prius is kept by its original owners for an average of 15 years. The Ford F-350 Super Duty heads the list of trucks which last the longest. According to iSeeCars.com, the F-350 Super Duty will last an average of 250,000 miles.
This Weeks Featured Stories
1930 Cadillac V-16
When the Cadillac V-16 first came out in 1930 it was breathtaking. In fact, you might say it still is today. Initiated in 1926 with development led by Owen Nacker, the breathtaking Cadillac V-16 debuted for sale as a 1930 model and ruled the rapidly shrinking elite-car market through 1937 with its original overhead-valve design. This week, The Last Detail, a collector car dealership in South Chicago, Illinois listed this 1930 Cadillac V-16 2/4 Passenger Coupe for sale. It has a beautiful and rare Fleetwood body with a 452 ci V-16 engine and 3-speed manual transmission. This car was exhibited at the Pebble Beach Concours in 2013, and subsequently was written up in Cadillac V-16’s Lost and Found. It is a CCCA Full Classic ready for all CCCA events. With a 148-inch wheelbase, it features beautiful styling and delicate chrome moldings. The two-tone paint gives it an aristocratic look. These cars were so expensive at the time that only 98 examples were built like this.
Aston Martin DB5
How much would a barn find Aston Martin DB5 be worth? The iconic DB5 Aston Martin is the one that James Bond is most often seen driving. Here is a 1965 Aston Martin DB5 which is in need of a “recommissioning,” as Gullwing Motor Cars of New York puts it. Even in this condition the car is worth well over half-a-$million. They say it is a numbers matching left-hand-drive example just out of a 50-year ownership. It comes with its Factory Build Sheet and Heritage Certificate. Interest in this car mushroomed after the 1964 box office debut of the James Bond movie Goldfinger. This one is for sale now for the first time in five decades. This is what is termed as a “Blue Chip” investment.
Auctions
Starting next Friday, May 31, 2024, the much anticipated Raleigh Classic Auction will be held at the Capitol Auto Auction facility in Youngsville, North Carolina. The two-day event is the one all classic car dealers in the Southeastern US have to go to. The selection is just that good. It is the top venue for original, unrestored and low mileage cars, the kind collectors can’t get enough of. This year the selection of classic 1950’s cars and muscle cars is especially noteable. Here are some we thought you might want to see.
1955 Dodge Custom Royal
They say the miles shown on this 1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer 2-Door Hardtop are actual. It is finished in a beautiful factory-correct, tri-color paint scheme: Sapphire White over Paris Rose Poly with a Black top. The vehicle is equipped with power steering, power brakes, and heater/defroster. This is one of just 30,499 examples built by Dodge ’55. It is powered by the original Super Red Ram 270ci Hemi V8 which is paired with a 2-speed PowerFlite automatic transmission with in-dash controls. You just can’t find this model anywhere. But this one will cross the auction floor in Youngsville next Saturday.
1957 GMC 1/2-Ton Pickup
Looking gorgeous in its Ocean Green paint, this rare 1957 GMC 100 Pickup is one you won’t see very often. So few have survived. But what is really amazing about this classic pickup truck is the low miles. It has 19,002 actual miles verified by its Arizona title. The truck was sold new out of Hague GMC Motor Company in Saskatchewan, Canada and is finished in a beautiful factory-correct code “002” Ocean Green. It retains its original 235ci inline 6-cylinder engine and 3-speed manual transmission. They say it runs and drives flawlessly, and is in excellent cosmetic condition as well. You will only find one like this at the Raleigh Classic Auction, on Saturday, June 1.
1971 Buick GS Stage 1
If word gets out about this 1971 Buick GS Stage 1 Convertible being sold next Saturday there could be a bidding war for it. This GM muscle car was the recipient of a frame off, nut-and-bolt restoration which included a pro rebuild of the 455 big block. The car retains its Turbo-400 automatic transmission, and also features factory air conditioning power steering, power brakes, power windows, tilt steering wheel, and more. They say it was gone through and updated recently. It is “turn key” ready. It is 1 of 902 Buick GS Stage 1 convertibles ever produced in the ’71 model year. The finish is a very rare Lime Mist metallic. It is an excellent example of the type of classic muscle car you can expect to find at the Raleigh Classic Auction next weekend.
Click here to view more great cars and trucks to be sold at the Raleigh Classic Spring Auction in Youngsville, North Carolina at the end of the month. Remember, you can bid on these cars in person at the auction site, or online, or by phone. Just click to get the link to the bidder registration now.
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1969 Chevelle SS 396
Earl from MGM Classic Cars in Illinois just posted this video on the Cars-On-Line website. The rare Gold 1969 Chevelle Super Sport came from the factory with air conditioning, power steering and upgraded headers. Real clean throughout in this video walk-around (click the video window above.) Check out those panel gaps. Wow! And you know these Chevelles handle like they are on rails. And look at all the stampings. SS wheels. When they start it up it sounds like it has a little extra cam. SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS.
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Project Vehicles for Restoration
1955 Chevy 210
So someone started this restoration and wanted to make it a gasser. The Canadian seller says the 1955 Chevy 210 2-Door has a nice rust free body and he also has many parts to go with. It was an original V8 California car which has been off the road since 1971. The work that was done was done some time ago. The frame has been cleaned, smoothed and painted black. Many of the original parts (inner front fenders, A-arms, hood hinges, under dash heater assembly, interior window frames, battery box) were chrome plated many years ago. Can you finish it?
The following are just some of the cars available in the Project Car Section this week:
1960 Jaguar XK150 S Roadster, Gullwing Motorcar Co, NY
1928 Pierce Arrow Model 80, Gullwing Motorcar Co, NY
1954 Jaguar XK120 Roadster, Gullwing Motorcar Co, NY
1953 Mercedes-Benz 220A, Gullwing Motorcar Co, NY
1972 Ferrari 246 GT Dino, Gullwing Motorcar Co, NY
Find hundreds of project cars for sale in the Project Car Section.
Price Reduced
1969 Pontiac GTO
A real sweet looking 1966 Pontiac GTO was listed some time ago out of Ohio. The private party seller says it is a great running muscle car that runs as good as it looks. It has the 389 4-barrel and a 4-speed with power steering and power brakes. The photos show a sharp looking red car with a white interior. When it was first listed the seller was asking $62,000. But just this week he dropped the price to $54,000. That price is really right.
Here are more vehicles with price cuts this week:
| Vehicle For Sale | Original Price | Reduced To |
|---|---|---|
| 1932 Ford Highboy Roadster | $59,500 | $54,500 |
| 1955 Chevrolet 2-Dr Hardtop | $72,000 | $69,000 |
| 1934 Chevy 5-Window Cpe | $55,000 | $48,000 |
| 2006 Chevy SSR | $35,000 | $31,000 |
| 1990 Mustang LX 7-Up | $25,000 | $20,000 |
See more great deals in the Street Rod Section, or watch the the New Listings page.
Exotic Car Section
Rock n Roll 50’s
Find more in the Off Road Section on Cars On Line.com. There’s even more on the New Listings page!
Find more in the SUV Section online. You can see all the fresh ads on the New Listings page.
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Vintage Motorcars
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Mopar
Dodge
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Chevy Muscle
Find more on the New Listings page of our website.
Find more in the Ford Muscle Car Section, or watch the fresh listings as they appear on the New Listings page.
Check the Mercury Muscle Car Section. Or you can see all the fresh ads as they are listed daily on the New Listings page.
Check the Pontiac Performace Section for more. See all the fresh ads listed on the New Listings page.
Check the Oldsmobile Muscle Car Section . See more listed each day on the New Listings page.
Check out the Buick Muscle Car Section. More listed daily on the New Listings page.
You’ll find many more modern sports cars listed by year in the Late Model Sports Car Section.
Scroll through the Trucks & 4x4s Section for more. The newest ads come in on the New Listings page.
Classic Customs
You’ll see more for sale in the Customs Section and on the New Listings page.
Convertibles
Volkswagen
Imported Sports Cars
You’ll see more for sale in the Pro Street Section, or on the Cars On Line New Listings page.
See more for sale in the Truck Section or watch for fresh listings on the New Listings page.
See more great deals in the Luxury Section or on the New Listings page.
See more great deals in the Mustang Section and on the New Listings page.
Muscle Car Clones
1969 Yenko Chevelle
If you are gonna’ do a full rotisserie restoration on a 1969 Chevelle why not make it a “Yenko” while you’re at it right? West Port Auto Center in Fenton, Missouri has a Yenko Chevelle tribute car for sale this week. It not only has been restored, but came out with the Yenko stripes and emblems. The recreation is powered by a GM Performance Hot Cam LS3 6.2L 480hp Crate engine that is mated to a Tremec TKO 5 Speed Manual Transmission. Restomoded, and updated, it is finished in Victory Red.
The following are more recently listed Muscle Car Clones:
1972 Camaro from Downers Grove, IL, Baldwin Motion tribute
1965 Chevelle Malibu from W. Chicago, IL, SS Z-16 tribute
1970 Chevrolet Nova, Streetside Classics, TX, SS tribute
1969 Camaro Convertible, Super Sport Classics, FL, RS/SS trim & badging
1968 Chevelle, Super Sport Classics, FL, SS 396 badging
1966 Chevelle, Super Sport Classics, FL, show stopper tribute
1966 Mustang Convertible, Streetside Classics, TN, GT350 Shelby tribute
1964 Ford Fairlane, Haggle Me, Thunderbolt tribute
1970 Chevelle, Streetside Classics, AZ, SS 502 tribute
1968 Camaro, Streetside Classics, TN, SS tribute
1969 Camaro, Streetside Classics, AZ, SS tribute
Make sure you watch our New Listings page for daily updates. There’s even more in the Muscle Car Section.
Deals of the Day
1962 Chevy Impala
Cody’s Classic Cars in Wisconsin just posted this hot deal on a 1962 Chevy Impala. They say it shows only 18,890 miles from new. They believe this odometer to be actual. The white Impala has a 283 ci V8 engine and a Powerglide automatic transmission. It comes with ownership history, mileage statements and records. That is an older repaint in the correct color. Check out the 290 photos included in the ad. They say the interior looks amazing! Not only does it run and drive out well, but the lights and gauges all function properly as well. You could enjoy this car the way it is, or it would be worthy of a full restoration. Click here to view a walk-around video. It will be out DEAL of the DAY on Saturday. The asking price is $12,900
1930 Model A Pickup
A 1930 Ford Model A Pickup was just listed by Classic Car Deals, a broker that helps people sell their cars and trucks on the internet. This one is priced to sell fast, so grab the phone now while you are reading this. The classic truck is powered by an original 201 ci inline 4 cylinder engine and tranfers power through a 3-speed manual transmission. They say it has all of its original sheet metal and was repainted in black and purple in 2022. Note the new wire wheels and tires. They say it runs and drives well and is a blast to motor around in. It will be our DEAL of the DAY on Sunday. They are asking $15,995. At this price it might not last that long.
1947 Chevrolet 3100 5-Window
Country Classic Cars in Staunton, Illinois has another classic pickup truck at a discount price. This 1947 Chevrolet 3100 5-Window truck is weathered and original looking with a lot of character. They consider it a “Barn Find.” It comes with an inline 216 ci 6 cylinder engine mated to a 3-speed manual transmission. They say it does run and drive but has been with its owner for the last 40 years. It could be your next project ready to be restomoded or restored as a great farm truck. They say it needs to be gone through mechanically before it will be roadworthy. With that in mind, it will be our DEAL of the DAY on Monday. Their asking price is $17,500.
1969 Ford F100 Ranger
A two-tone green classic pickup truck was listed for sale a few days ago. The original 1969 Ford F100 Ranger is powered by a 350 ci V8 engine coupled to a 3-speed manual transmission. Equipped with air from the factory, the system will need to be bled and recharged. It has new brakes and a newere fuel tank and recent engine tuneup. Offered by Country Classic Cars in Staunton, Illinois, they say the truck is in “excellent condition.” Click here to view a walk-around video and hear it run. It is an interesting find for the right buyer. It will be our DEAL of the DAY on Tuesday. Their asking price is $19,000.
2006 Chrysler Crossfire
A black 2006 Chrysler Crossfire Convertible with gray leather interior is being offered for sale at P.J.’s Auto World in Clearwater, Florida at a very low price. This is the 3.2L V6 version of the Crossfire rated at 215 horsepower. It comes with a 5-speed automatic transmission, staggered 18” and 19” factory alloy wheels and black canvas convertible power top. P.J.’s describes it as having “Cold Air Conditioning” with power remote mirros, power windows and a nice sound system from the factory. They note that this car has exceptional handling and performance. Have it inspected before you buy, but hurry. It will be our DEAL of the DAY on Wednesday next week. Their asking price is only $12,900.
1987 Porsche 944
As a lower price sports car offering from Porsche, the 1987 Porsche 944 Turbo is inexpensive to buy even today. However, they are becoming increasingly collectible as time goes on. Here is a chance to own a white 944 Turbo with a 220 hp 2.5 liter inline-four cylinder linked to a 5-speed manual transaxle with limited slip differential. It is being offered for sale through Gullwing Motor Cars out of Astoria, New York. The idea was that a Turbocharged four cylinder car with a 50/50 weight distribution would be as exciting to drive as the 911. The 0 to 60 times were in the 5-second range. This one will need some mechanical servicing and minor cosmetic work, according to Gullwing. It will be our DEAL of the DAY late next week. Their asking price is $16,500.
1994 Corvette Convertible
There are quite a few late model Corvettes in the new listings today at discount prices. (See list below.) This one is a black 1994 Corvette Convertible with saddle tan interior and new Stayfast canvas top. It is being offered for sale by Country Classic Cars in Staunton, Illinois. They tell us it is a “well kept car with a great body and paint.” Nice interior, ZR rated tires, original alloy wheels and power windows and seats. The car has power steering, power brakes, a digital dash and air conditioning. They say it runs as good as it looks. Check out all the photos. Then click here to watch a walk-around video and hear it run. It will be our DEAL of the DAY late next week if it lasts that long. Their asking price is only $12,250. Hurry!
Often there are more cars that deserve to be in the DEAL of the DAY than we can schedule for our front page feature. Here is a list of cars that just missed the cut for the DEAL of the DAY this week. Remember, you saw them here first:
| 1999 Corvette Convertible | $19,900 | Mankato, MN |
| 1983 Chevy Suburban | $14,000 | Staunton, IL |
| 1988 Mustang LX | $14,900 | Maryland |
| 1988 Mustang GT Convt | $19,995 | Sea Cliff, NY |
| 1983 Mustang Convertible | $17,900 | Marietta, GA |
| 1989 Mustang GT Convertible | $19,995 | Sherman, TX |
| 1998 Corvette Convertible | $19,900 | Clearwater, FL |
| 1989 Corvette Convertible | $14,995 | Marietta, GA |
| 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham | $14,900 | Mankato, MN |
Cars for under $10,000:
| 1968 Ford Thunderbird | $9,000 | Staunton, IL |
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