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Classic Under the Radar
While Cords and Duesenbergs are at the pinnacle of desirability for car collectors here in the U.S., a period rival sometimes slips under the radar which should not be overlooked. When a 1928 Stutz Model BB Rumble Seat Cabriolet was listed in our Classic Car Section this week we realized it was a gem that could be acquired for a deep discount to its peers.
The 1928 Stutz Model BB is a highly sought-after collector car. This one in Mustard Yellow exterior with ivory fenders was just listed for sale by Beverly Hills Car Club in Los Angeles. They do not comment on the condition, but by looking at the photos you may consider that it is worth looking into. (A complete pre-purchase inspection should be ordered to get a better idea of the condition class.) The price, however, might be a discount to its market value (depending on the condition class, of course.) The rumble seat makes it that much more interesting.
The Stutz BB was considered quite innovative for its era. This one is equipped with a floor-shifted 4-speed manual transmission, a powerful 4.9-liter straight-eight engine that produces around 115 horsepower. It was known for its ability to do long-distance trips and provided a thrilling driving experience. A Stutz Model BB competed in the 1928 Le Mans 24-Hour endurance race, finishing second.
This one has crank windows, a tilt-out front windshield, Denman white-wall tires, steel wheels, and full-sized spare tires that are mounted on both fenders. The Weymann-style fabric bodywork was particularly innovative for its time. You will note that the interior on this motorcar looks like it was redone. Ask about the restoration.
Only 2,403 Series BBs were built in 1928, making surviving examples quite rare and highly prized by collectors. So it is estimated that there are only about 40 to 50 of them left today.
The Stutz brand has a storied history, with the Model BB signifying high-performance and luxury.
Overall, the 1928 Stutz Model BB is a fantastic choice for collectors who appreciate a blend of performance, luxury, and historical significance. What makes it so special today is that these cars can be acquired at a fraction of what a Duesenberg, Cord or Packard might bring.
See more incredible pre-war classics in the Classic Car Section online.
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Classic Car News This Week
Raleigh Classic
The last big collector car auction of the 2024 car show season wrapped up this past weekend in North Carolina. It was interesting to see so many low miles cars cross the auction block at the Raleigh Classic Winter Auction in Youngsville, North Carolina. We hope you get a chance to read all about it on our ClassiCarNews blog (click the link.) The top sale was a 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Lightweight which saw intense bidding from the auction floor while bidders on the phone and on the internet kept up the pressure. We also enjoyed seeing competitive bidding on a dozen or so classic Cadillacs with low miles. Many of them sold at No Reserve. We always say that there is no other sale in the country that has such a high percentage of low miles and top quality cars.
Hudson Inspection
When Cars-On-Line answered the call to inspect a 1947 Hudson Pickup in Florida, a New York buyer got the full scoop on this interesting classic pickup truck. It is a rare one. This is a hot rod truck, which the inspector noted by pointing out the dress-up under the hood, lowered stance and the Camaro subframe mods with power steering. There were also some electrical issues which would need attending to. He noted that the Vintage Air system worked well as you might expect from a classic driven in Florida. He also warned the buyer that the Flowmaster mufflers were a little loud for this use. That is a matter of personal taste. You can read the full report to discover the condition of the paint and finish, and the wood bed. Click here to read the Pre-Purchase Inspection Report on our sample reports page.
This buyer did the right thing having us do the Pre-Purchase Inspection before he bought the truck. Are you anticipating buying a collector car? We can help. Read some of our sample pre-purchase inspections to find out what we do.
This Weeks Featured Stories
1963 Plymouth Savoy
Not a clone … No, this is a real deal 1963 Plymouth Savoy Super Stock car with racing pedigree. It is being offered for sale this week at Ideal Classic Cars in Venice, Florida. They note that it not only is historically significant, but is an investment grade collector car. Only 119 of these Super Stock Savoys were produced like this one. They commented that this is a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” to own a legendary factory Super Stock Mopar. Click this link to view a very interesting video with some racing footage and scenes from Woodward Avenue.
Dodge Demon
In 2018, Chrysler decided to build a one-year-only late model performance car that would be a world-beater. This 2018 Dodge Challenger Demon is being offered for sale this week at Vanguard Motor Sales in Plymouth, Michigan. Making 840 horsepower, this Mopar has some giddy up. This one is so perfect … it’s only get 35 actual miles on it. Click the video link as Greg tells us all about what comes with this sale. You’ll learn something when you watch this video. And there is a lot to learn. Is there another one in the whole world with only 35 miles on it? Check out this piece of automotive history.
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1954 Ford F100 Custom
Dave, from Southern Motors, wanted to show you this 1954 Ford F100 Custom Pickup. Click the video window above to watch a detailed walk-around inspection. He says there are only 2,000 miles on this frame-off build. Its all steel and its Surf Green with dark brown leather interior. Listen to the 302 ci crate engine with aluminum intake and aluminum heads.
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Collector Cars with Low Miles
1966 Corvette Convertible
A Mosport Green 1966 Corvette Convertible was just listed with just 36,000 miles showing on the odometer. Having spent its life in California, this Corvette has been lovingly preserved and tastefully restored. Nearly a decade ago, the “frame-on” restoration was completed, maintaining its originality while ensuring it remained ready for cruising and car shows alike. They say the restoration only required a straight forward strip and repaint, refreshing the interior and a mechanical overhaul. It has the high horsepower 327/350 hp and they say it is original and numbers matching.
Here are more recent Low Miles additions:
1977 Corvette T-Tops, Orlando Classic Cars, FL, 3,000 miles
1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS, Cruisin Classics, OH, 4,695 actual miles
1973 Lincoln Continental, Orlando Classic Cars, FL, 11,000 miles
1981 Cadillac Eldorado, Cruisin Classics, OH, 30k actual miles
1978 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz, Orlando Classic Cars, FL, 38,000 miles
1976 Ford Thunderbird, Orlando Classic Cars, FL, 13,000 miles
1979 Lincoln Mark V, Orlando Classic Cars, FL, 28,000
You’ll find these and hundreds more in our Low Miles Section online now.
Project Vehicles for Restoration
1968 Chevelle
This week a 1968 Chevelle L79 327/350 hp muscle car was listed for sale. This is a project car, but what a find. This might be the easiest restoration you’ve ever done. The Illinois seller says it runs great, “ready to drive anywhere.” What’s more, he says it is “Complete numbers matching with all kinds of original paperwork. Has been gone over with new clutch assembly, brakes, dual exhaust, all fluids changed, everything works on the car … “ Look through the Slide Show photos to verify the numbers and read the Protect-O-Plate. He says the interior is near mint.
The following are just some of the cars available in the Project Car Section this week:
1969 Plymouth Road Runner from York, PA
1957 Cadillac 4-Door Hardtop from Crest Hill, IL
1929 Franklin 130, REV Muscle Cars, IL
1949 Desoto Custom Six, REV Muscle Cars, IL
Find hundreds of project cars for sale in the Project Car Section.
Price Reduced
1957 Golden Hawk
This is not just any old ’57 Studebaker Golden Hawk. No, this Golden Hawk is a supercharged version which the private party seller says is in “show quality condition.” He says it took First Place at the Forest Grove, Oregon Concours d’ Elegance. And he says there are just 500 miles on this frame-off restoration. He originally listed this classic Studebaker sports car for $67,500. But just this week he dropped the price to $59,500. Now that’s deserves a second look.
Here are more vehicles with price cuts this week:
| Vehicle For Sale | Original Price | Reduced To |
|---|---|---|
| 1966 Chevelle SS 396 | $72,500 | $67,500 |
| 1969 Dodge Dart Swinger | $37,000 | $30,000 |
| 1974 Corvette L82 | $29,900 | $24,500 |
| 1967 Ford Thunderbird | $35,000 | $25,000 |
Street Rods
See more great deals in the Street Rod Section, or watch the the New Listings page.
Off Road, 4x4s, and Jeeps
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.
Fresh ads appear first on the New Listings page.
You can see all the fresh ads as they are listed each day on the New Listings page.
You can see all the fresh ads as they are listed each day on the New Listings page.
Vintage Motorcars
You can see all the fresh ads as they are listed each day on the New Listings page.
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
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
Pontiac GTO Tribute
If you’ve been looking for a quality restored GTO convertible but can’t afford the price, take a look at this 1965 Pontiac Lemans Convertible that has been given new life as a GTO. This GTO clone comes with factory YC engine code 389 Tri-Power Carb System Pontiac blue painted block, heads, and intake, with chrome valve covers, factory exhaust manifolds, power steering, power disc brakes, dual exhaust, plus front and rear sway bars by Hotchkiss. And you’ll like the price.
The following are more recently listed Muscle Car Clones:
1971 Camaro, Super Sport Classics, FL, Z28 tribute
1968 Mustang GT350 Convt, Streetside Phoenix, Shelby tribute
1965 Mustang GT350, Orlando Classic Cars, FL, Hertz Shelby tribute
1969 Camaro, Streetside Tampa, FL, SS 427 Tribute
1971 Chevelle 454, Super Sport Classics, FL, SS badging
1972 Chevelle 454, Super Sport Classics, FL, SS emblems
1969 Camaro, Super Sport Classics, FL, SS badging
1969 Camaro, Super Sport Classics, FL, RS/SS tribute
1969 Dodge Charger, Streetside Phoenix, AZ, R/T tribute
1972 Chevelle 454, Streetside Nashville, TN, SS 454 tribute
1966 Chevelle, Streetside Nashville, TN, SS tribute
1968 Camaro Convertible, Streetside Nashville, TN, SS tribute
1969 Camaro, Streetside Nashville, TN, SS 427 tribute
1969 Chevelle Convertible, Streetside Charlotte, NC, SS 396 tribute
1969 Chevelle, Hanksters Hot Rods, SS styling
1971 Chevrolet Nova, Hanksters Hot Rods, Yenko Deuce 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
1966 Dodge Dart Convt
Mopar collectors will love this listing. A 1966 Dodge Dart Convertible is being offered for sale by a private party in New York state. He says it is a “Nice Clean, Solid Driver, Runs Fantastic, Fun to Drive and Great on Gas …” It has the performance 273 ci V8 with an automatic transmission. From the photos you can see the white paint is sharp looking and contrasts a black top with a red interior. Super solid with a lot of new parts, it has a straight body and the gauges “work great.” Click here to watch a detailed walk-around video and hear it run. It will be our DEAL of the DAY on Saturday. The asking price is just $17,995.
1954 Buick Roadmaster
Although it won’t win any beauty contests, here is a 1954 Buick Roadmaster that demands your attention. It is a two-owner all original car. There is definitley some patina, but there are so many options it demands your attention. It is being offered for sale at Coyote Classics in Iowa. It is an old car with oil leaks and patina in the paint. But it is also all original with only 43,000 original miles on it, according to Coyote Classics. Under the hood it has the legendary 322 ci Fireball V8. In the photos you will see a very nice interior. Click here to view a detailed walk-around video inspection. It will be our DEAL of the DAY on Sunday. Their asking price is only $12,995.
1980 Corvette
Our readers know we consider Corvettes to be the Gold Standard of the collector car hobby. They pretty much keep their prices if you can find a good one. Here is a 1980 Corvette Coupe with smoked glass T-Tops. It is being sold through Classic Auto Showplace in Troy, Michigan. They tell us the seller has cherished this Corvette, which has been well cared for and stored when not in use. It features its original L48 350 CID engine paired with a smooth automatic transmission, ensuring a true, vintage driving experience. It has a tan interior equipped with an upgraded Kenwood stereo system w/remote control, and Bose speakers. It will be our DEAL of the DAY on Monday. The asking price is $18,500.
1988 Pontiac Fiero GT
In the final year of produciton, this black 1988 Pontiac Fiero GT was born to be collectible. Only about 3,000 Fiero GTs with automatic transmission rolled off the assembly line in 1988, making this black beauty a rare final-year model. The sleek mid-engine design showcases clean urethane bumpers, distinctive GT body panels, and a purposeful stance. With fuel injection, the 2.8 Liter V6 delivers power via a TH125 3-speed automatic transmission. A single-to-dual exhaust system produces an appropriate V6 sound signature. You feel like you are driving an F1 race car. This remarkable find with low miles will be our DEAL of the DAY on Tuesday. The asking price is only $19,995.
1992 Corvette Convertible
A private party seller from New York state just posted his low miles 1992 Corvette Convertible for sale. It has the 300 LT1 motor with 4-speed automatic transmission, and just 37k miles. He says “it runs/drives/handles terrific.” It has been a Maryland car it’s entire life until this past summer. He offers that it has been very well serviced/maintained it’s entire life. “Paint and body are in beautiful condition with barely anything in the way of a chip or a nick…almost perfect. Interior is in beautiful condition with no rips, tears or unusual wear in the seats. No cracks in the vinyl anywhere.” It will be our DEAL of the DAY on Wednesday next week. His asking price is $16,000,
2004 Jeep Wrangler TJ
A TJ model 2004 Jeep Wrangler was listed for sale by a private party seller from Illinois. He says the Jeep has only 27k miles on it. It has an automatic transmission with a 6 cylinder motor and was originally sold as new in Scottsdale, Arizona. The seller says it was never driven in winter weather. In fact, he says it has never been driven on gravel. I guess that means there is not rust. He calls it “Mint.” According to the seler there are $8,500 in add-ons. The TJ is an excellent off-road vehicle with a coil-spring suspension system, improving ride quality over earlier models. It also had higher ground clearance than earlier Jeeps. This one will be our DEAL of the DAY late next week. The asking price is $26,500.
2002 Chevy Tracker
Have you ever seen one of these before? It is hard to remember now, but Chevrolet made these at the turn of the first decade of the 2000’s (1997-2004.) This is a 2002 Chevrolet Tracker 4X4. It is being offered for sale this week by Streetside Classics out of their Phoenix store. It has 164,000 miles on it. But what great utility for regular driving or for off-road! The mini SUV was developed by General Motors and Suzuki. Production began in Japan and later moved to CAMI Automotive in Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada. The Tracker is based on the Suzuki Sidekick. Although it is not as rugged as many larger off-road trucks, it can handle moderate off-road travel. It has a high clearance level. This one will be our DEAL of the DAY at the end of the week. The price is $15,995.
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:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 450SL | $12,750 | Los Angeles, CA |
| 1984 Cadillac Fleetwood | $15,900 | Mankato, MN |
| 1983 Oldsmobile 98 Regency | $12,900 | Grand Rapids, MI |
| 1978 Lincoln Town Coupe | $18,995 | Charlotte, NC |
Cars for under $10,000:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 450SL | $5950 | Los Angeles, CA |
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