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The anomaly of a classic shape falling out of favor over time is a bit confusing to me. Why lose the love? Oh, that’s right—it’s a horsepower thing. But is there a more iconic shape from the era? Our Pick of the Day was lusted by everyone who watched television on Wednesdays at 9/8 p.m. Maybe this 1983 Ferrari 308 GTS Quattrovalvole will make you reconsider? It is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a dealership in Houston.

The Ferrari 308 was the successor to the Dino 246 GT/GTS, the V6-powered spin-off brand named after Enzo Ferrari’s deceased son. As usual, the 308 GTB/GTS (the latter with a targa top) was designed by Pininfarina. In looks, it came off as a V8-powered Berlinetta Boxer. Early cars (from 1976 to June 1977) were fiberglass and equipped with a 2.9-liter V8 supported by a five-speed and a quartet of Weber carburetors. To some, these are the romantic versions due to the carburetor wail.

You’d think the introduction of Bosch fuel injection for the 1980 308 GTBi/GTSi (note the name adjustment) would have improved performance, but it did not. The culprit was a drop in horsepower to levels unbecoming for a Ferrari, but the addition of four-valve heads for 1983 saved the day as the 308 GTB/GTS Quattrovalvole restored performance to the level not seen for several years.

For 1986, the 308 was replaced by the 328, which evolved the 308’s styling up front, plus an increase in engine size and other tweaks under the skin. It’s considered the last of the same Ferrari series yet, to these eyes, it is not as iconic as the 308.

This 10,634-mile 1983 Ferrari 308 GTS Quattrovalvole catches the eye for several reasons: it’s not your classic Rosso Corsa red, the interior is not black, and it features unusual Boxer trim that was available for several years in the 1980s. Altogether, this car looks fabulous and unlike most 308s you see. “An Amazing find! Long-term single-owner 308 GTS Quattrovalvole in rare Bianco/Nero Boxer with Rosso interior,” says the seller. “Highly original example with low miles and clean CARFAX history report.” Originally delivered in Miami in July 1983, this vehicle remained with the original owner until 2015. The last major “belt service” was reportedly performed in 2015 at 10,500 miles. Options include air conditioning, heated rear window, Blaupunkt radio, targa top cover, tool roll, and more.

No, you won’t be able to get on your inner Magnum P.I. with a white car, but we think this example is more distinctive. For $64,900, how could you not agree?

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The fifth-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee came to market for the 2022 model year, which means it’s about time for a mid-cycle refresh. For 2026, the Grand Cherokee has a simplified trim level hierarchy, updated styling, a new available 12.3-inch infotainment screen, and an all-new Hurricane 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine.

Jeep pared down the trim levels for the two-row Grand Cherokee to three: Laredo, Limited, and Summit, all of which have their own tiers. The three-row Grand Cherokee L shares the same trim levels, while the Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrid is available in Limited, Summit, and Trailhawk forms. The base Laredo Grand Cherokee is powered by the carryover Pentastar 3.6-liter V6 and comes equipped with new 18-inch wheels, chrome accents, and a variety of standard active and passive safety features. The Laredo X has the same engine, but adds upgrades such as a sunroof, heated steering wheel and seats, and more.

Moving up a rung to the Grand Cherokee Limited scores you standard Silver Silk exterior accents, leatherette upholstery, heated second-row seating, nine-speaker Alpine audio system, and ambient interior lighting. Opting for the Limited Altitude package adds darkened accents (including 20-inch black wheels) and a dual-pane panoramic sunroof. The Limited Reserve is packed with niceties such as Nappa leather seats and matching door trim, ventilated front seats, digital rearview mirror, and an off-road camera.

As before, the Summit model is the peak of Grand Cherokee luxury. The cabin is furnished with Palermo leather upholstery, massaging front seats, Oak and Liquid Chrome accents, suede-like headliner, and 19-speaker McIntosh audio system. When the going gets tough, the Quadra-Trac II 4×4 system and air suspension can get the Grand Cherokee Summit going again.

All 2026 Grand Cherokee variants sport a restyled seven-slot grille, revised headlights, modified rear-end design, and new exterior trim finishes. Steel Blue, Copper Shino, and Fathom Blue join the palette of available colors.

The most significant change to the 2026 Grand Cherokee is the all-new Hurricane 2.0-liter turbocharged I4 (a welcome replacement for the Pentastar V6, which felt dated and underwhelming in the 2022 Grand Cherokee L that I tested). According to Stellantis, it generates 324 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque—90 percent of which is available from 2,600 to 5,600 rpm. Thanks to a variable-geometry turbocharger and Turbulent Jet Ignition (which lights up a small amount of fuel in a pre-chamber above each cylinder to burn fuel more efficiently), the Hurricane can also return up to 529 miles of range.

Pricing for the updated 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee lineup will be announced in the near future. You’ll be able to see and experience what those prices buy you when the new models roll into Jeep showrooms later this year.

We recently spotted a Chevrolet Corvette that’s special for a couple of reasons. Not only is this one a 1963 Stingray coupe with the one-year-only split rear window, but it was also built early in the ’63 production run. On top of all that, it was restored in the attractive factory configuration of Riverside Red over a red vinyl interior, which is equipped with an AM/FM radio and a tachometer. Under the hood is a 327ci V8 with 340 horses that are guided to the road through a Muncie M20 wide-ratio 4-speed manual gearbox. One determined Corvette fan at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction took this legendary version of America’s Sports Car home with a winning bid of $173,800. 

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Currently listed on AutoHunter is this tastefully modified 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe. Power comes from a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. It’s also chock full of options and features such as power sunroof, navigation, hi-po engine modifications, and more. Finished in a matte black wrap over a matching leather interior, this blown Caddy is offered by the selling dealer with a clean CARFAX report and a clear title.

The exterior consists of a matte black wrap covering the original black hue. Other exterior features include rear spoiler with integrated rear brake light, tinted taillights, dual gloss black side mirrors, and “V” banners on the doors and trunklid. A set of black 20-inch KMC wheels are wrapped in staggered-width radials— 245/40 Atlander XSport-86 (front) and 275/35 Venom Power Ragnarok GTS (rear). Note the yellow brake calipers!

The cabin features black leather with power Recaro buckets up front. Other features include power windows and locks, dual-zone climate control system, factory stereo (AM/FM with navigation plus SiriusXM and Bluetooth compatibility), and more.

Instrumentation includes a 200-mph speedometer, 8,000-rpm tachometer, and gauges for the boost pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel. The odometer currently shows 83,315 miles, which is in line with the most recent CARFAX reading from February 2023.

Glance at the engine bay and you’ll find an “LSA,” a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 that has been dyno-rated at 665 horsepower and 700 lb-ft of torque. Helping achieve that power is a PDS Stage 2 camshaft , RPM Motorsport five-inch intake, King Engine main and rod bearings, LSA 2.55 pulley kit, two-inch primary headers, and more. All that power is harnessed by a six-speed automatic.

The undercarriage features power four-wheel disc brakes with slotted rotors, Valvetronic three-inch dual exhaust system, and 525 auxiliary fuel pump in-tank.

Our AutoHunter Spotlight, this 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe, is not for blue-haired Cadillac folks—it’s for you driving fans, whether you’re a devotee of the Great American V8 or perhaps an enthusiast hung up on the triumvirate of Teutons and pining for something more distinctive (speaking of distinctive, is there a more distinctive roofline than this car’s?). With only 3,224 built, the CTS-V’s rarity only adds to its collectability. Would be a shame to miss this one, right? Mark this on your calendar because once 12:00 p.m. (MST) approaches on Friday, November 7, 2025, this Caddy will be gone!

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The overlap in marketing activities for cars and soft drink companies has happened a lot over the years. Coca-Cola has had a longstanding relationship with the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), and NASCAR helped promote an iced tea brand called Liquid Death. Back in the 1990s, Ford and Dr. Pepper/Seven Up, Inc. collaborated on a similar project.

The Pick of the Day is a 1990 Ford Mustang “7-Up” special-edition convertible listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Elko, Nevada.

“It has 19,659 original verified miles and is bone stock down to the original Gatorback tires,” the listing begins. “Everything works as it should and it is in very good, original condition.” The seller, who has owned the car for ten years, says the car was originally from Indiana but spent the majority of its life on the west coast.

From 1979-93, the Mustang rode on the Fox platform, and it evolved through a variety of different trim levels and mid-cycle refreshes throughout that time frame. The 7-Up Edition of the Fox-body Mustang was a limited-production convertible produced for 1990 as part of a soft drink promotion during the NCAA basketball finals. All ~4,100 units produced were LX-trim examples in Deep Emerald Green Clearcoat Metallic (color code PA) featuring body-colored trim for the front fascia, moldings, and mirrors. The interiors were upholstered in white leather, and the driver seat had a power-adjustable lumbar support.

All 7-Up cars shared a similarity under the hood: they were powered by a high-output 5.0-liter V8 that was rated at 225 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque. This low-mileage example comes with a four-speed automatic transmission—a five-speed manual was also offered, although in lower production numbers. Cosmetically, this car looks incredible for being 35 years old. The seller says that the body has a few minor scratches, but the car shines up and looks great. “There is no rust that I have found anywhere on the car,” the seller says.

Included in the listing is a copy of the Marti Report, which says the car was built on March 19, 1990, and originally delivered to Elmwood Ford in Elwood, Indiana. It was optioned from the factory with power windows, Traction-Lok rear axle, cruise control, premium sound system, and the Visibility Light Group.

“I wouldn’t hesitate to drive it anywhere, except for the original tires, which should be replaced if you plan to drive it any significant distance,” the list concludes.

Thirsty for a low-mileage pony car with a special story? The asking price is $20,000.

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Las Vegas is lovely this time of year. It’s the site of the 2025 SEMA Show, where you can see acres of modified vehicles and aftermarket parts (you will be able to see our coverage of the event right here on The ClassicCars.com Journal). Vegas is also where TVR Garage opened a showroom for its restored TVR sports cars.

In 2023, Andi Hughes and Gavin Bristow founded TVR Garage in Arizona as a one-stop shop for importing, selling, and servicing the unusual performance cars from Blackpool, England. The same year, TVR Garage officially launched at Monterey Car Week. Given that many TVRs of the 1990s and 2000s were never (officially) offered in the U.S., TVR Garage specializes in models that are at least 25 years old, qualifying them to be brought to our shores. One of those, a 2001 Tuscan S with a 390-horsepower “Speed Six” 4.0-liter I6, recently appeared on Jay Leno’s Garage. TVR Garage partnered with sport and luxury brand specialist CarWiz to open its newly remodeled 15,000-square-foot showroom near the Las Vegas Strip.

Hughes says, “Blackpool, a town known for its entertainment, what more appropriate place to home TVR Garage than Las Vegas, the essence of entertainment. Having a shop window only 10 minutes from the Strip affords us the perfect location to serve the local car community, while simultaneously providing access to the 40 million visitors to Las Vegas per annum.”

If you make it out to the TVR Garage showroom, you’ll see a restored Tuscan and perhaps other models. You can even take the Tuscan for a test drive through the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. In the spirit of Las Vegas, we’re betting that you’ll enjoy the experience.

The unloved sometimes have history on their side—witness Henri Rousseau, a man whose paintings elicited ridicule from the more snobbish of the art elite, yet his work is much more appreciated today. There are cars that have garnered deserved attention well after their debut, but what about the ones that continue to languish in obscurity? The 1974 Plymouth Satellite Sebring Sundance is one of those cars.

When Plymouth redesigned its B-body platform for 1971, it created two separate versions depending on the number of doors. For the two-doors, a sleek coupe distinguished itself from four-doors, rather than just being the same body with two fewer doors. With the Belvedere now relegated to history, the coupe began with the Satellite (the only one with a fixed rear quarter window), Satellite Sebring, and Satellite Sebring Plus, plus Road Runner and GTX. Satellite Sebring was the bread and butter of the mid-size two-doors.

For 1973, Plymouth restyled the Satellite two-door, which included updated regulation front bumper, to be joined by regulation rear bumper the following year. Though arguably less distinctive, the mid-size Plymouth two-door remained popular—even the Road Runner’s sales were respectable.

As was not uncommon for the time, Plymouth introduced a special spring promotion to help kick sales up a notch. Called the Sundance (option code A77), this specially-trimmed Satellite Sebring featured your choice of Aztec Gold metallic or Spinnaker White paint with a canopy vinyl top. Special exterior trim included an intricate, two-tone orange stripe that followed the same route (“up-and-over”) as the Road Runner’s, plus unique orange grille detail, and Sundance sunbursts on the front hood panel, C-pillar, and decklid. Capping it all off was a set of “Premier” wheel covers, which were also available for other Satellites.

Inside, a very 1970s white vinyl bench seat with yellow gold/white/black cloth and matching door panels. Black shag carpeting covered the floor and adorned the seatbacks and door lower panels.

There’s not much official information from Chrysler, but several websites seem to think only 300 built—I suspect someone speculated and other sites parroted the unverified claim. As a spring promotion, I suspect many more were built, especially considering how many can be found online.

Special thanks to Adrian Clements for the tip. You can check out some of his spectacular videos here.

I’m pretty far removed from TikTok since I keep my social media activity limited to just Instagram and a bit of Facebook, but one of the latest trending crazes among young people has to do with the number 67. Featured on AutoHunter is this 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Custom Convertible. It is being sold by a dealer in Lynnwood, Washington, with the auction ending on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 11:45 a.m. (MST).

“Six-seven” is everywhere in pop-culture these days and, from what I can tell (I’m just a Millennial trying to stay relevant here), it is just a nonsensical phrase. Anyway, 67 was a pretty cool number I suppose, at least when it came to muscle cars. Let’s discuss that instead.

Model year 1967 was the finale for the Chevelle’s first generation, which had its beginnings in 1964. Even though the next Chevelle was on the horizon for 1968, Chevrolet kept things interesting and changed things up a bit. In light of that, the 1967 models received a new grille, taillights, and features and options (like available front disc brakes and standard 14-inch wheels). In addition, that year saw the introduction of safety features like a dual master cylinder brake system and a collapsible steering column.

In advertising, Chevrolet promoted the fact that the Chevelle appealed to both men and women: “Buy yourself a roomy car. Buy your wife a nimble car. Buy one Quick-Size Chevelle!” These days, automakers probably shy away from generalizing buyer preferences according to gender, but it’s interesting to see what kinds of marketing ideas were cooked up inside GM board rooms.

According to the trim tag, this car’s original color was Sierra Fawn with a white convertible top. Assembly took place the third week of October 1966 (happy 59th birthday!) in Baltimore. Many changes have taken place since then—during restoration, the color was changed to Daytona Yellow with a black convertible top. Exterior features include Super Sport and SS 396 badging, driver side mirror, and Rally wheels. The upholstery inside the cabin was changed from the original Medium Gold to black.

A muscle car isn’t complete without a strong powerplant. This one comes with a professionally-built 396ci V8 mated to a Muncie manual transmission and a 12-bolt Positraction rear end. The odometer shows 2,214 miles, but the title reads mileage-exempt.

The kids on your street will go nuts when they hear you bought a ’6-7. Here’s your chance to be the most popular person on the block!

The auction for this 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Custom Convertible ends Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 11:45 a.m. (MST).

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