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Lego has offered plenty of building kits designed to look like classic cars, but its upcoming release goes back more than 100 years. Starting March 1, 2026, you can order the Lego Icons version of the 1913 Ford Model T.

The Ford Model T is an important part of American automotive history, responsible for making cars accessible to the masses. Efficient moving assembly line production drove the purchase price down over time, which only helped sales: Between 1908 and 1927, Ford sold more than 15 million “Tin Lizzies.” To do such a historically significant car justice, the Lego Icons team consulted Ted Ryan, Ford’s heritage brand manager and archivist.

According to Ryan, Senior Model Designer Ann Healy’s “research was very thorough, and her questions to us were very specific. Most of the changes we recommended were subtle, like a different angle to the fenders, confirming the Ford script was without quotes, and a single lantern on the back of the car.” Ryan went so far (literally) as to fly to Billund, Denmark to show the Icons crew 1913 Model T artifacts, photographs, and brochures that would better inform their build.

The end result of all that research, traveling, coordination, and refinement is a 1,060-piece set that forms a black Model T with gold accents, large wheels with white rubber tires, and a folding black fabric roof. The hood panels can be lifted up to reveal a Lego-fied 177ci I-4. The Model T even has functional steering and a gas tank under the seat’s removable bottom section.

If you can’t wait to add the Lego Icons Ford Model T to your desk or shelf of collectibles, don’t worry — Lego has made it available on its website by the time you read this. The price for all this Lego maniac and car nerd fun? $129.99.

We’re taking a close look at a seriously well-done 2012 Factory Five Type 65 Coupe, a one-off build that captures the Shelby Daytona Coupe look but adds modern hardware throughout. Built by Vintage Motorsports, this car earned the award for “Best Design” at Factory Five’s Open House two years in a row, and it comes with the kind of documentation you almost never see: three binders full of build photos and records.

The composite body stays true to the Daytona silhouette and features high-quality components and clean execution. Power comes from a 7.0-liter FE 427 big-block V8 making an estimated 520+ horsepower with Edelbrock aluminum heads and a Borla stack fuel injection setup. All that is backed by a Doug Nash 5-speed manual gearbox and a Centerforce hydraulic clutch.

This homage to classic racing comes with a clean history, zero racing miles, and build documentation that shows exactly how it was put together! It sold at the Barrett-Jackson 2024 Scottsdale Fall Auction for $60,500.

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Right now on AutoHunter, you can find this 9,330-mile 1996 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport coupe, which is powered by an LT4 5.7-liter V-8 paired with a ZF six-speed manual gearbox. Highlights include ceramic coating, Selective Real Time Damping, and MagnaFlow mufflers. Finished in Admiral Blue with Arctic White striping over a Black leather interior, this limited-production C4 is now offered by the seller in Illinois with a car cover, original window sticker and owner’s manual, dealership receipts, original Goodyear Eagle tires, mufflers, and air intake cover, clean AutoCheck report, and clear title.

For the 1996 model year (the last of the C4 Corvettes), Chevrolet honored the 1963 Corvette Grand Sport race cars by producing 1,000 Grand Sport road cars, which were available as a coupe or convertible. This ceramic-coated coupe comes in the signature Grand Sport colors of Admiral Blue with Arctic White striping down the middle and dual red hash marks on the driver-side fender. Features include pop-up headlights, body-color removable roof panel, heated power mirrors with body-color caps, glass rear hatch with a defroster, and dual exhaust outlets connected to MagnaFlow mufflers.

Another distinctive element of the Grand Sport is its set of black 17-inch five-spoke wheels, which are wrapped in 275/40 front and 315/35 rear Mickey Thompson Street Comp raised-white-letter tires.

The cockpit features power-adjustable Black leather sport seats as well as the convenience of power locks and windows, power steering, cruise control, air conditioning, and Delco/Bose AM/FM/CD/cassette audio system.

Instrumentation consists of a mix of digital and analog displays for the speedometer, 8,000-rpm tachometer, fuel level, oil pressure, oil temperature, temperature, and voltage. The digital odometer shows 9,330 miles; the AutoCheck report’s latest mileage figure of 8,690 miles was logged in August 2023.

Like the Grand Sport, the LT4 5.7-liter V-8 (which featured high-compression heads, redesigned cam, new injectors, and a performance crankshaft) was only produced for the ’96 model year. Output was 330 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 340 lb-ft of torque at 4,500 revs. A ZF six-speed manual gearbox sends the horses and twist to a limited-slip rear differential. Traction control, power disc brakes, and the F45 suspension with Selective Real Time Damping help keep this special Corvette in one piece.

If you’d like a piece of 1990s and Corvette history, bid on this 1996 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport coupe before the auction ends on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 11:45 a.m. (MST).

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Of all the cars that answered the direct call from the Pontiac GTO, the one from Dodge was the worst seller of the bunch. Styling was great from 1967-69 (and arguable for our Pick of the Day), but the sales problem was that it was in the shadow of something else. This 1970 Dodge Coronet R/T convertible is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a dealership in Celeste, Texas.

Dodge (and Plymouth) learned the hard way that image went a long way. Certainly, Dodge had all the right equipment to compete with the Pontiac GTO (with the 383 and 426-S), but they either could not compete as well or they didn’t sell. Adding the 426 Hemi to the roster in 1966 was no help either since it was expensive, complicated, and lacked a full warranty.

By the time the 1967 model year rolled around, Dodge had indicated it was ready to straighten out and fly right by introducing the Coronet R/T. Not only did it have the shroud of a special performance car, but it also offered the equipment and performance that normally would have required optional equipment from its competition. Standard was a new 440 Magnum engine rated at 375 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque. It came with a special four-barrel carburetor, special long-duration camshaft, low-restriction exhaust manifolds, and large-diameter dual exhaust system. The R/T was instantly identifiable by a smooth grille borrowed from the Charger sans concealed headlights; louvered hood; side contour paint stripe; distinctive “R/T” identification on the grille, rear quarter panels, and taillights; heavy-duty suspension; 7.75 x 14-inch red streak tires; bucket seats; and 150-mph speedometer, among other features. Of course, the 426 Hemi was optional.

Though the press praised the Coronet R/T, its sales were not as auspicious as had been anticipated: only 10,109 hardtops and 628 convertibles. A redesign for 1968 evolved the styling but underneath was much the same. Compared to 87,684 GTOs, Dodge only sold 10,849 — similar to 1967’s number, though 1968 was a peak year for performance cars in general. The Coronet R/T seemingly had everything: good looks, solid powertrain, and a fine marketing campaign with the Scat Pack, but it did not pay off in sales.

Dodge’s problem was that it had a new better-looking brother called Charger R/T, which was identical underneath but just so happened to sell roughly 90 percent better (and I wouldn’t doubt several Coronet R/T buyers lacking money went with the 383 Charger).

By the time the 1970 model year arrived, the Coronet had received a one-year restyle. Again, not much changed underneath, but the styling had some feeling it was somewhat bizarre thanks to two loop bumpers (influenced by Dodge’s “delta” trademark styling cues) split by a “tongue,” with Super Stock magazine claiming that “the majority didn’t care for the twin horsecollar grille.” On the other hand, the rest of the car benefited from embryonic “Fuselage” styling that was the theme of the Polara/Monaco and Challenger, especially with the “Coke-bottle” rear fenders and curved side glass. This was the year that high-performance cars reputedly reached their apex, but not in terms of sales — the Coronet R/T achieved production of just 2,615. In case you were wondering, the Charger R/T also was hit to the tune of 10,337. Of the two, only the Charger R/T would continue into 1971.

Nonetheless, a car like this 1970 Dodge Coronet R/T convertible has its fans (including yours truly). Only 296 were built, with most featuring the 440/TorqueFlite combination like this car. It is painted in the ever-popular “EB5” Bright Blue metallic with white top and blue bucket-seat interior. According to the fender tag, this car originally was built as a stripe-delete, but now it features a white “Bumblebee” stripe. One desirable feature worth mentioning is the Ramcharger hood, which was introduced in 1969. Modifications are few, but they include the 17-inch American Racing wheels, tires, and radiator. “Freshly rebuilt engine, runs and drives well,” says the seller.

It’s interesting to see how the “senior” high-performance Dodge eventually ended up playing a junior role, but it’s also worth noting that the Charger was never available as a convertible. When you put down the top, there is no conceivable way that this Coronet R/T will be overshadowed.

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Have you ever traveled to another country and noticed how different the vehicles are? Well, if you’re an American who plans on traveling to the United Kingdom, you may see several familiar models: GM trucks and SUVs.

Many aspects of American culture, such as music, clothing, and movies, are embraced in other parts of the world, so it’s not surprising that there are fans of our large and powerful pickups and people-haulers across the pond. You certainly don’t have to be an American to love off-road adventures or a supercharged V-8. There’s enough of a market for big GM metal that GM Europe collaborated with UK-based GM Specialty Vehicles distributor Clive Sutton to offer UK customers the ability to buy the following models:

• Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade-V
• GMC Yukon Denali, Sierra 1500 Denali, and Sierra 1500 AT4
• Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, and Silverado

Once the GM Specialty Vehicles UK (GMSV UK) dealer network is established, buyers will get transparent pricing, GM‑approved servicing, finance options, and the ability to commission a bespoke build. Dealers will also offer accessory packages, paint protection film, special finishes, tracker and security systems, and more.

Clive Sutton and GMSV UK are currently accepting orders. Each vehicle will be covered by a three‑year, unlimited‑mileage warranty; an additional two years of coverage is an available option for added peace of mind. Starting this spring, the vehicles will be delivered through the Clive Sutton location in London or through GMSV UK. Cadillac Escalade-V and Bentley Bentayga Speed drag races will probably begin soon after that.

Quick! Can you name the brand that joined the bucket-seat-and-console brigade and offered this configuration in three classes of cars? This brand began offering these cars in 1962, at least a year before Brand X. Need another hint? These cars were organized under an umbrella of being part of the S-series, followed by a number that reflected a size hierarchy. Did you guess Mercury?

While researching this week’s story on the Mercury Brougham, I was reminded that Mercury (along with big brother Ford) were all-in on this sporty, Euro-influenced trend. Model years 1962-63 were the only time that Mercury grouped these cars under a certain umbrella.

Comet
The Comet S-22 was the first of the bunch to cash in on the popularity of sporty compacts, initially appearing mid-year in 1961. A brochure dedicated to this upscale two-door sedan claimed it had the “newest, niftiest interior under the smartest roof in the compact field!” Foam-contoured bucket seats up front, vinyl-clad steel console with hinged-door glove box in between the front buckets. Tasteful ornamentation. Extra insulation. Plus, cigarette lighter, front-door courtesy light switches, and bright metal door and window frames.

It was a “beautiful combination of interior appointments and exterior styling [to] make it one of the most thoroughly luxurious compacts you can own.” However, you wouldn’t find that sportiness underneath the hood because only the Thrift Power Six and Thrift Power 170 were available.

A tasteful facelift for 1962 resulted in refined styling including trimmed fins and new brightwork that brought the Comet closer to the rest of its portfolio, if not the ’61 Monterey. The Comet S-22 benefited from those changes and showed distinction from lesser Comets by having six taillights (versus four). Both the two-door sedan and six-cylinder would continue to be the only choices until 1963, when a convertible joined the lineup; mid-year, an optional 260 small-block V-8 appeared, as did a slick hardtop.

Nineteen sixty-three would be the Comet S-22’s swan song because it was replaced by the 1964 Cyclone, which also came equipped with a standard 210-horsepower 289.

Meteor
When Ford introduced the mid-size Fairlane for 1962, Mercury received its own version called the Meteor (not to be confused with the Ford-built Canadian brand). Though it was the perfect name considering the theme established by the Comet, it had already been mainstreamed the year before in Mercury’s 1961 full-size series. Unlike the Comet, the mid-size Meteor bore a closer resemblance to full-size 1962 Mercurys, including the rocket-like taillights. “The new-size car that fills the gap between big cars and compacts,” claimed the Meteor brochure, emphasizing the balance between compact handling and big-car roominess.

The Meteor was available in base and Custom trim levels; mid-year, Mercury added the Meteor S-33 two-door sedan. Can you guess its equipment? Yup — buckets, console, and a higher level of trim, plus ammeter and oil pressure gauges, exclusive door panels, deep nylon-rayon carpeting, tri-color wheel covers, and standard 260 V-8.

For 1963, the Meteor received mild tweaks in styling and trim, though a two-door hardtop was added to the lineup, replacing the Meteor S-33’s two-door sedan. Just as it did with the Comet S-22 above, 1963 would mark the end of the Meteor S-33. In fact, 1963 would be the end of the mid-size Mercury until 1966.

Monterey
Nineteen sixty-two was the year that many full-size cars jumped on the sporty bandwagon, and Mercury was no different. Available as a hardtop or convertible, the mid-year 1962 Monterey S-55 “joins the bucket-seat sizzlers” with contoured bucket seats and console, three-spoke steering wheel, “deep, rich carpeting,” distinctive door panels with armrests and carpeting and courtesy lamps, padded instrument panel, electric clock, back-up lights, and pedals “edged and ribbed with bright metal.” Standard was a 292 small-block V-8, with 352 and 390 big-blocks as options. Eventually, a four-speed and two versions of the new 406 V-8 became available.

For 1963, Mercury added plenty to the Monterey S-55’s luster. Initially, a hardtop and convertible were available, with the hardtop being the new “Breezeway” with a reverse-slant, retractable backlite. Standard power was an upgrade from lesser Monterey and Monterey Custom models, a 300-horsepower 390 four-barrel, so it could be suggested that the S-55 was a performance model as well. This was unique among full-size bucket-and-console models in the industry. Top engines initially were the pair of 406s.

In the spring, the slick “Marauder” roofline was added (to make three available Monterey S-55 models), along with two versions of the new 427 to replace the 406.

Mercury dropped the Monterey S-55 for 1964, though buckets and console continued to be available as part of the Sports Package. However, the S-55 was revived for 1966 as a way to highlight the introduction of the new 428 V-8 (much like Ford’s 7-Litre). The S-55 would appear for one more year and then disappear.

Currently listed for sale on AutoHunter is this restored 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS convertible. A Camaro convertible is one thing, but one with the Rally Sport package? Peak GM! Powering this ragtop is a 327 four-barrel V-8 backed by a TH400 automatic transmission. Other features include front and rear spoilers, power front disc brakes, Rally wheels, fold-down rear seat, woodgrain trim, and more. Painted British Green with white convertible top over an Ivory interior, this stylish pony car comes from the selling dealer in Oregon with a clear title.

British Green was a mid-year introduction for the 1968 Camaro, one of three colors borrowed from the Corvette as part of a marketing push. It is complemented by a white convertible top. Other features include front and rear spoilers, hidden headlights (as part of the RS package), aftermarket Cowl Induction hood, chrome side mirrors, and black lower rockers. A set of 15-inch Rally wheels are fitted with staggered width radials — 215/60 up front, 265/50 out back.

The cabin features the Custom interior in Ivory, which was a mid-year running change from Parchment. Bucket seats sans console means the automatic transmission shifter is on the column, which is a configuration not often seen. Other features include woodgrain trim, three-spoke steering wheel with power steering, fold-down rear seats, and aftermarket AM/FM stereo with cassette player.

Instrumentation includes a 120-mph speedometer with a gauge for fuel; aftermarket gauges, including an 8,000-rpm tachometer and an auxiliary cluster that shows the oil pressure, temperature, and voltage, reside under the dashboard. The odometer shows 797 miles, though the title reads mileage-exempt.

Powering this Camaro is the reportedly numbers-matching 327 small-block with a four-barrel carburetor. The 275-horsepower V-8 also features aftermarket valve covers, headers, and air cleaner. Shifting is handled by a TH400 three-speed automatic transmission.

The undercarriage consists of power front disc brakes and a dual exhaust system.

The first-generation Camaro is one of the hobby’s most popular cars, yet green is one of its least-favorite colors. However, British Green is one of the best greens of the era and, combined with the white top and interior, makes this 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS convertible a standout. Is it any wonder that it’s our AutoHunter Spotlight? So, get your finances in order and bid soon because the auction for this Bow Tie pony car ends on Friday, March 6, 2026, at 12:15 p.m. (MST).

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