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No Reserve: Ford Model A Hot Rod

This Ford Model A hot rod is powered by a 283ci Chevrolet V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. The truck features a fiberglass body and a steel bed finished in black over a gray cloth interior. Equipment includes a Deuce front grille, a 12-volt electrical system, red 15” steel wheels, front disc brakes, a selectable exhaust system, and a beer keg fuel tank. The seller acquired the vehicle in 2023, and subsequent work included replacing the engine mounts, transmission mounts, spark plugs, and front coilover shocks. This Model A is offered with service records, spare parts, and a clean California title in the seller’s name describing it as a 1930 Ford. The vehicle is registered as Planned Non-Operation in California.

The bodywork is comprised of a fiberglass bucket, a steel bed, and a Deuce front grille. All of which are finished in satin black. The frame is finished to match. Exterior details include beer bottle-style taillights and a beer keg that has been repurposed as a fuel tank and mounted in the bed.

The red-finished 15” steel wheels are mounted with Mastercraft tires measuring 185/65 up front and 235/75 out back. The suspension is equipped with front coilover shocks that were installed in May 2023. Braking is handled by front discs and rear drums.

The cabin features a bench seat trimmed in gray cloth. Appointments include lap belts, a horn, and a Boss Bluetooth audio system.

The Grant GT steering wheel sits ahead of a Stewart Warner speedometer, a tachometer, and gauges for battery charge, vacuum pressure, and oil pressure. The five-digit odometer shows 23k miles, approximately 500 of which were added under current ownership.

The 283ci Chevrolet V8 is equipped with a 12-volt electrical system. A selectable exhaust system is fitted, which allows for the use of either removable straight side pipes or a muffled full exhaust. Service performed in May 2023 included replacing the spark plugs, engine and transmission mounts, and drive belt as well as installing fuel filters, an air cleaner, and a bell housing dust cover. The seller states the vehicle is hard to start and that the carburetor requires a rebuild.

The car is titled by the frame stamping A2961663.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed automatic transmission.

American LaFrance V12-Powered Custom Speedster

This custom open-cockpit speedster was built by the seller over the last six years, and it is powered by a 527ci American LaFrance V12 linked to a four-speed manual transmission and dual chain drive. Dubbed “The Beast of the Valley”, the car rides on a steel frame that was fabricated by the seller along with the fuel tank and bomber-style seats. The engine was partially rebuilt prior to installation, and equipment includes dual Stromberg carburetors, 20” wire wheels, a leaf-spring suspension, and hydraulic drum brakes. This custom speedster is now offered with extra parts and a Minnesota title in the name of the seller’s business listing it as a 1938 ALAF.

Inspired by Edwardian-era race cars such as the Ford 999, Darracq 200hp, and 1905 Premier, this car was built by the seller to utilize the American LaFrance engine and transmission, which had been acquired independently. The frame was constructed using 2×6” steel tubing and incorporates a 1928 Plymouth front axle, a modified I-beam rear axle from an International, and custom semi-elliptical leaf springs. The radiator is said to be sourced from a 1917 American LaFrance and has a brass outer shell, while the fuel tank was fabricated by the seller and has internal baffles.

The 20” wire wheels are wrapped in 6.00” Lucas tires. Braking is handled by hydraulic drums all around.

The bomber-style steel seats have bead-rolled detailing, and wood floorboards are provided for both occupants.

The steering wheel has a wood rim, and the speedometer and tachometer are not connected. The five-digit odometer shows 17k miles. The seller estimates that the car has been driven 30 miles since the build was completed.

The 527ci American LaFrance V12 is said to be sourced from a 1938 model and features dual-spark ignition and a cast-iron intake manifold for each bank fed by a Stromberg downdraft carburetor. One piston was replaced along with the cylinder head and subhead gaskets prior to installation. The seller notes a leak at the water pump.

The four-speed manual transmission with a low-ratio crawler gear sends power to the rear wheels through a rear end sourced from a 1928 Plymouth, custom-fabricated drive axles, and chain-driven hubs. A leak at the pinion seal is noted, and corrosion is visible on underbody components.

The car is titled as a 1938 ALAF Custom using the Assigned VIN DPSMN177161. The title carries a “Reconstructed” notation.

Extra axles, drive sprockets, and other parts will accompany the car along with a pair of disassembled headlights. Photos showing the car with the headlights installed are presented in the gallery.

10 Volkswagens That Were Way Cooler Overseas Than in the U.S.

Volkswagen’s global presence has led to a diverse lineup of vehicles tailored to various markets, influenced by regional regulations, consumer preferences, and automotive trends. While the iconic Beetle and Golf have been staples in the U.S., many models have remained exclusive to Europe, Asia, and other regions, offering unique features and designs that set them apart from their American counterparts. This article explores ten such Volkswagens that were notably cooler overseas than in the U.S.

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10 Hondas That Looked Boring but Drove Like Sports Cars

Honda has a remarkable ability to conceal exhilarating performance within unassuming designs. This blend of subtle aesthetics and dynamic engineering has led to the creation of models that, at first glance, appear ordinary but deliver an unexpectedly thrilling driving experience. Enthusiasts have long appreciated these “sleepers,” vehicles that defy expectations and showcase Honda’s commitment to performance across its lineup. (motor-junkie.com)

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Top 10 Friday Sales at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction

It’s natural to try to find patterns in things. Patterns make them easier to understand. Sometimes it can be difficult, like when you look at the all the scattered pieces of a jigsaw puzzle. When it comes to the Top 10 Friday sales at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction, it’s easy: All of them were American vehicles.

1955 Chevrolet Nomad

The majority of those vehicles were made by Chevrolet, including the 1955 Nomad that took the top spot on the list with a hammer price of $183,7000 and the 2022 Camaro charity car that raised $150,000 for the American Cancer Society. There was less of a pattern to the body styles, which ranged from wagons and convertibles to pony cars and an SUV.

If you want to see which vehicles take the Top 10 spots on Saturday at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction, you still have time to get tickets (just click here) and register to bid (by clicking here). Can’t make it out? Watch the auction live by following this link.

LOT DESCRIPTION PRICE STATUS
745 1955 CHEVROLET NOMAD CUSTOM WAGON $183,700 SOLD
674 1940 MERCURY CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE $167,200 SOLD
757 1957 CHEVROLET BEL AIR $165,000 SOLD
725 1955 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CONVERTIBLE $161,700 SOLD
3000 2022 CHEVROLET CAMARO SS PACE CAR $150,000 CHARITY
732 1962 CHEVROLET IMPALA CUSTOM COUPE $140,800 SOLD
720 1970 DODGE CHALLENGER R/T CUSTOM COUPE $139,700 SOLD
717 1967 CHEVROLET CAMARO RS/SS CUSTOM COUPE $134,200 SOLD
738 1968 FORD MUSTANG ELEANOR REPLICA $126,500 SOLD
722 1972 CHEVROLET K5 BLAZER CUSTOM SUV $126,500 SOLD
742 1972 CHEVROLET CAMARO Z/28 CUSTOM COUPE $121,000 SOLD
Click on each car name to view the vehicle and its description

10 Forgotten Honda Trims That Were Secret Performance Gems

Honda has long been celebrated for its commitment to reliability and fuel efficiency, earning a reputation as a manufacturer of practical and economical vehicles. However, beneath this image lies a history of models that, while not always in the spotlight, have delivered impressive performance. Over the years, Honda has occasionally unveiled special trims that pack unexpected power and agility, offering driving enthusiasts a delightful surprise. These spirited models, though often overshadowed by their more mainstream counterparts, have left a lasting impression on those who sought them out. In this article, we delve into ten such forgotten Honda trims that were secret performance gems, waiting to be rediscovered by a new generation of driving aficionados.

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Zagato Designs a Proper Hypercar

Do you find current late-model cars have a buffer between you and a visceral driving experience? Does driver input matter to you more than faster-than-humanly-possible tech? Then we have the hypercar for you courtesy of the folks from Capricorn. (And it’s designed by Zagato too!)

Zagato has designed some of the more aggressive and avant-garde vehicles among all Italian coachbuilders. Ever see a Fiat-Abarth 750 and 1000 Zagato? Or an Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Zagato? They stretched the idea of aesthetics in the name of function, all the while creating something beautiful and desirable. Make no mistake—though often polarizing, Zagato has produced plenty of gorgeous designs along the way, including the Alfa Romeo Sprint Zagato.

Zagato may appear to have had its heyday in the past, but the company is still going strong and still designing automobiles. Capricorn 01 is the latest and greatest.

Image courtesy of Capricorn

While the Capricorn 01’s design feels safer than Zagatos of the past, let’s focus on what makes this hypercar different. Engineering comes from Germans who can claim experience with Bugatti and F1 on their resumes. RWD power comes from America, creating a hybrid in the sense that enthusiasts have used until the Toyota Prius came to town. In that case, here’s what Capricorn does to modify a modern 5.0-liter Ford V8:

  • Engine bored to 5.2 liters
  • New crankshaft, rods, and pistons
  • All-new intake, exhaust, and dry sump lubrication
  • Supercharger
  • Custom ECU

Horsepower is 887, with 737 lb-ft of torque . . . and it’s hooked up to a proper five-speed manual.

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Glance inside and you’ll find an adjustable steering wheel and instrumentation that doesn’t follow modern convention. Contrast that with the switchgear, which almost feels like a modern concession as it is machined from solid titanium and aluminum. The leather and Alcantara seats are fixed, so if you need to find a more comfortable position, there’s nothing to worry about—the steering wheel, pedals, and even the shifter move to properly cradle the driver.

The cost of entry for one of the 19 planned to be built is a cool $3.3 million. Yeah, that’s a hypercar price too, but which hypercar offers so many Luddite features? Additionally, Car and Driver reports that Capricorn plans to expand its manufacturing facility to be near the Nürburgring and expand production of future products to 100-200 cars per year.  

AutoHunter Spotlight: 2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

It is hard to believe, but it’s been a decade since the “Z06” high-performance variant of the seventh-generation Corvette was introduced to the world. Even still, its reputation as a performance powerhouse remains as strong as ever. Featured on AutoHunter is this 2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 2LZ Coupe. It is being sold by a dealer in Sarasota, Florida, with the auction ending Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 11:15 a.m. (PDT).

Finished in Long Beach Red Metallic over a Dark Gray leather interior, this C7 came heavily optioned as it left the assembly plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Included in the equipment list were the 2LZ Preferred Equipment Group, chromed aluminum wheels, perforated Mulan leather upholstery, Chevrolet MyLink navigation system, battery protection package, black-painted brake calipers, performance data and video recorder, carbon-fiber trim, and remote start. In total, the original retail price came to $92,370.

What made the Z06 special, anyway? It debuted at the North American International Auto Show in early 2015 and was available as a coupe or a convertible. A long list of features set it apart from lower-trim models, including a unique carbon-fiber hood, front splitter, rear spoiler, and Z06-specific cockpit appointments.

Most importantly, the Z06 packed a punch: power came from an LT4 supercharged and intercooled 6.2-liter V8 that was rated at 650 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque. The secret ingredient for the Z06’s speed credentials was its 1.7-liter Eaton R1740 TVS supercharger. Power for this Vette is channeled to the rear wheels via a Hydramatic 8L90 eight-speed paddle-shifted automatic transmission and 2.41-ratio electronic limited-slip differential. A seven-speed manual was also available for order.

One of the things that stood out to automotive journalists regarding the Z06 was how versatile it could be. Autoweek editor Wes Raynal said, “Put the control knob in Eco or Tour and the car just cruises around town as nice as can be. Sport quickens the steering and firms the suspension a bit. Put the car in Track mode and turn off the traction control and you’re poking a tiger with a stick.” 

The CARFAX report classifies this car as a one-owner vehicle with no accidents or damage on record. It started life at Sunset Chevrolet in Sarasota, Florida, and has remained in the state for its entire life. Despite having such low mileage, the car has seen regular maintenance. The most recent service was performed in November 2024 at Jenkins Chevrolet in Venice.

The auction for this stock, low-mileage 2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 2LZ Coupe ends Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 11:15 a.m. (PDT).

Visit the AutoHunter listing for more information and a photo gallery

Pick of the Day: 1971 Chevrolet El Camino

You’d be hard-pressed to find a classic car more versatile than an El Camino. The Pick of the Day is a 1971 Chevrolet El Camino listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Burnet, Texas.

“This beautiful 1971 El Camino is a garage-kept car that spent its entire life in California, until it was recently relocated to central Texas with its family,” the listing begins.

Chevrolet’s popular “coupe utility” was in its third generation from 1968 through 1972. It was based on the Chevelle, which rode on the same General Motors A-body platform. A restyle in 1971 gave the car “Power Beam” single-unit headlights, a revised grille, and different marker lamps. It was that same year when a rebadged variant of the El Camino, the GMC Sprint, hit the marketplace.

The appeal of the El Camino, of course, was found in its versatility. One advertisement had the headline “One tough car. One luxurious pickup.” It went on to say, “Nobody ever combined beauty and brawn like Chevrolet did in the ’71 El Camino.” There were a few stand-out features mentioned including the Magic Mirror paint, “double wall” box panels, one-piece fender liners, a coil suspension, and durable Body by Fisher.

Despite the El Camino’s truck-like capabilities, the cabin is comfortable. The listing says “The interior is a 9.9 out of 10,” and it adds that everything inside the car functions as it should. A Bluetooth radio has been added, and the cabin has been completely lined in Dynamat sound insulation. The carpeting, door panels, bench seat, and dash pad were all replaced. 

This El Camino started out life with a 350ci V8, but it has since been upgraded to a stroker 383ci small-block V8 with Vortec cylinder heads, aluminum intake manifold, Holley 650cfm carburetor with an electric choke, and a new HEI distributor. “Most everything is new, and a lot of time was spent professionally restoring the engine compartment for year of reliability,” the seller says. The transmission is a remanufactured Turbo 350 with a mild shift kit, and the Positraction rear axle has 3.30-ratio gearing.

The seller says, “This is a well-mannered car with an extremely smooth ride with minimal, if any, road noise. It also has plenty of performance when you step on the throttle and effortlessly maneuver around corners.” Supporting that claim is a nine-minute video with test-drive footage from both inside and outside the car. The Flowmaster exhaust system gives the car an aggressive growl that will turn heads at any cruise or parade.

The asking price is $29,500 or best offer.

Click here to view this Pick of the Day on ClassicCars.com

350-Powered Ford Model T C-Cab Street Rod 5-Speed

This Model T street rod was the subject of a custom build before being purchased by the seller in 2015. The fiberglass delivery-style C-cab body was finished in metallic red candy paint with skull and flame accents before being mounted to a fabricated chassis with a Super Bell front drop axle, front hairpin radius rods, and a rear ladder-bar setup with QA1 adjustable coilovers. Power is provided by a 350ci Chevrolet V8 that features an Edelbrock camshaft, intake manifold, and carburetor as well as Pro Comp aluminum cylinder heads, and the five-speed manual transmission is linked to a GM 10-bolt rear end. The interior houses a wrap-around bench trimmed in tan leather with beige diamond-stitched inserts, and the rear cargo area is trimmed to match with flame accents on the side panels. Additional equipment includes a Ford grille, chrome headers, front disc brakes, and big-and-little Jegs SSR Spike wheels with Mickey Thompson tires. This Model T street rod is now offered with a clean New Mexico title in the seller’s name.

The custom fiberglass delivery-style C-cab body is finished in metallic red candy paint with airbrushed skull and flame graphics. It has no side windows and features a side-hinged rear cargo door with an oval window as well as a ’32 Ford-style grille shell, a chrome windshield frame, dual side mirrors, and lantern-style taillamps.

The body is mounted to a custom chassis with a Super Bell front drop axle with hairpin radius rods and a ladder-bar rear setup with adjustable QA1 coilovers. The big-and-little 15″ Jegs SSR wheels were mounted in 2025 and are wrapped in 24×5 and 28×12 Mickey Thompson Sportsman S/R tires. Braking is handled by front discs and rear drums.

The cabin features a wrap-around bench seat upholstered in tan leather with beige diamond-stitched inserts and red stitching and piping. The custom piston-rod shifter is mounted to a curved stalk, and the floors are covered in square-weave carpeting.

The rear cargo area is lined in coordinated upholstery with raised red-trimmed flame accents on each side.

The padded steering wheel has a flame motif and is mounted to a tilting column aft of a set of Dolphin gauges consisting of a 140-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. The seller notes the speedometer cable is not connected. The odometer shows 0 miles, and total mileage is unknown.

The 350ci Chevrolet V8 features Pro Comp aluminum cylinder heads with roller rocker arms as well as an Edelbrock camshaft, Victor Jr. aluminum intake manifold, and four-barrel carburetor. Additional equipment includes an HEI distributor, chrome exhaust headers, finned aluminum valve covers, a shotgun-style air scoop with dual butterflies, and an aluminum radiator with an electric fan.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission and a GM 10-bolt rear end.

The car is titled by its California Replacement Identification Number, which is listed as the VIN on the New Mexico title that refers to the car as a 1923 Ford Model T.