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Custom 1949 Cadillac Series 62 Club Coupe “WickCad”

This 1949 Cadillac Series 62 Club Coupe was named Street Rod of the Year in 2017 by Street Rodder magazine along with the Goodguys Custom of the Year in 2018. The car was purchased new by actor Adolphe Menjou, it was acquired by the seller in 2014, and a multi-year custom build was completed by Chris Carlson Hot Rods of Mulvane, Kansas, in 2017. Power is provided by an LS3 crate V8 topped with a Jim Inglese eight-stack fuel injection setup, and the drivetrain is completed with a four-speed automatic and a Strange rear axle. The car rides on an Accu-Air adjustable suspension and billet 18″ Sabre-style wheels, while the customized bodywork is finished in Pearl Metallic Red and mounted to a Roadster Shop Fast Track chassis with removable belly pans. Inside the custom interior, Saddle and Tobacco Italian leather upholstery is joined by Quilted Maple wood trim, a full-length center console, Vintage Air climate control, and heated and ventilated front buckets in addition to a Bluetooth Kenwood touchscreen receiver with a rearview camera, GPS, and satellite radio capability. Acquired by the seller in 2014, this “WickCad” Series 62 street rod is offered with build and operation binders, historical documentation, build photographs, and a Kansas title in the seller’s name.

The seller tells us over 3,000 hours of body and paint work was performed during the build to enhance the lines and align the chrome side trim to the top of the rear bumper. Other revisions included chopping the top and trunk line, reshaping the drip rails, adjusting the pitch of the B-pillar, and welding the quarter panels to the body along with fabricated new rockers and fender openings. The rear bumper was lowered by 3″ and notched to accommodate the exhaust tips. The Pearl Metallic Red paint is complemented by a modified 1955 Cadillac-sourced Dagmar-style front bumper and fabricated egg-crate grille, and styling elements continue with a peaked hood and front fenders, removable rear wheel skirts, chrome bodyside moldings, and rear bumper overriders that have been frenched into the valance. The body-colored front inner wheel wells have been covered in paint protection film.

Chrome 18″ billet Sabre-style wheels are mounted with Diamondback whitewall tires, and braking is handled by Wilwood multi-piston calipers over slotted and drilled rotors. The car rides on a Roadster Shop Fast Track chassis utilizing an adjustable Accu-Air suspension system with individual wheel sensors, dual compressors, and E-Level control. The seller notes that three programmed ride heights consist of “low show,” Drive, and High settings, and are all adjustable for overall travel of approximately 6″.

The perimeter of the cabin is accented with painted metallic bronze and Quilted Maple wood panels, while two-tone Saddle and Tobacco Italian leather covers the front and rear bucket seats, doors, and fabricated full-length center console, the latter of which has a power-operated cover to conceal cupholders and air suspension controls. Illuminated “Cadillac” script tops the radio bezel, which houses a Bluetooth Kenwood touchscreen receiver and controls for the Vintage Air climate control unit.  Appointments include heated and ventilated front seats, cruise control, power-operated front and rear windows, a rearview camera, GPS, hands-free phone connectivity, and satellite radio capability.

The Italian leather-trimmed steering wheel sits on a chrome Iditit tilting column, and the customized Dakota Digital gauge cluster is comprised of a 120-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and readouts for fuel level, oil pressure, coolant temperature, and voltage. The odometer shows 6k miles, which is said to represent the mileage added since the completion of the build. Total mileage is unknown.

Engine bay customization work consisted of moving the firewall 2″, tucking the wiring and hoses, and fitting a revised radiator support and inner fender panels. The removable front panel allows access to the radiator, and the hood opens on fabricated hinges with gas struts.

The 6.2-liter LS3 crate V8 is reported to be a 525-horsepower variant, and it breathes through a Jim Inglese eight-stack electronic fuel injection setup. Bronze metallic fabricated covers with “WickCad” script are mounted over the coils, and equipment includes a serpentine accessory-drive setup, a BeCool aluminum radiator, a Holley Dominator ECU, and a stainless-steel exhaust system with MagnaFlow mufflers.

Power is routed through a 4L85E four-speed automatic transmission, a custom polished driveshaft, and a Strange 9″ rear end with a limited-slip differential. Removable belly pans allow access to underbody components, and the driveshaft tunnel was raised for additional clearance.

The factory owner’s manual included with the original sale of the car to Adolphe Menjou is shown above, along with a photo of the actor. Copies of the 1949 sale documentation and clippings from Menjou’s career are displayed in the gallery below.

Binders containing build records, operation manuals, and wiring diagrams are provided in the gallery along with in-progress photos of the build.

The current Kansas title lists an Antique vehicle brand.

Fuel-Injected, 377-Powered ’29 Ford Model A Tudor Sedan Street Rod

This ’29 Ford Model A is a steel-bodied Tudor sedan that was built into a street rod by a previous owner. It is powered by a 377ci Chevrolet V8 topped by an Edelbrock intake and a Holley fuel-injection system, and it is linked to a 700R4 automatic transmission and a Ford 9″ rear end. The car rides on a modified suspension with coilovers, 15″ American Racing wheels, and front disc brakes, and inside are bucket seats, Auto Meter gauges, a Custom Autosound radio, Vintage Air climate control, and power windows. Acquired by the seller in 2022, this street rod is now offered with a build sheet and an Oklahoma title in the seller’s name.

The seller tells us the bodywork is steel, and it has been painted metallic gray with black fenders. The hood is louvered, and the windshield tilts out.

The car rides on a modified suspension with tubular front control arms, coilover shocks, and a four-link rear end. The 15″ American Racing wheels are mounted with staggered BFGoodrich tires, and the car has front disc and rear drum brakes.

Two-tone upholstery covers the bucket seats, and a Lokar shifter and controls for the Vintage Air system are mounted in the floor console. The Custom Autosound stereo is mounted in a pod under the dashboard, and the car also has Lokar pedals and a USB port.

A billet steering wheel and Auto Meter gauges were installed as well. 1,500 miles are indicated on the cluster.

The 377ci Chevrolet V8 is topped by an Edelbrock intake manifold and a Holley Sniper fuel-injection system. The valve cover gaskets were replaced in 2024. The headers are linked to a dual exhaust system with Flowmaster mufflers, and MSD ignition was used.

The 700R4 automatic transmission is linked to a a Ford 9″ rear end.

The car is titled as a 1929 Ford using VIN A1711738, which the seller is unable to locate on the frame, noting that a stamping found on the firewall is illegible. The title carries a Classic notation.

2026 Lexus IS Lineup Reduced to 1 Engine and 2 Trim Levels

The third-generation Lexus IS sport sedan has been on the market for more than a decade. The end is near, so Lexus is streamlining and simplifying the lineup for 2026, which we be limited to just the IS 350 with rear- or all-wheel drive and the F Sport or F Sport Design trim level.

That’s a drastic reduction from the 2025 model year, which offered three core models (IS 300, IS 350, and IS 500), four model-dependent engine options (turbo four, 260-horsepower V6, 311-horsepower V6, and 5.0-liter V8), and the choice of RWD or AWD for much of the range.

However, in the process of reducing complexity for the 2026 IS, Lexus made some updates and improvements. It refreshed the front end, giving it a wider-mouthed, more aggressive appearance (albeit one that brings the Toyota Camry Nightshade and its “hammerhead” design to mind). Both trim levels come equipped with new 19-inch wheel designs. A new rear spoiler and red brake calipers are available to make the IS 350 F Sport look F Sport-ier. Wind, a light gray with metallic highlights, brings the number of available colors up to seven.

There’s also a new interior color: Radiant Red, which is offset by the addition of dark Forged Bamboo trim with natural bamboo fibers. Both the digital instrument cluster and the touchscreen for the Lexus Interface infotainment system have grown to 12.3 inches. A wireless charging pad and four USB-C ports add modern conveniences to the cockpit.

All 2026 IS models feature the Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 suite of technologies, which include the Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Proactive Driving Assist, and more.

Output of the 3.5-liter V6 holds steady at 311 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. As before, in RWD models, it’s paired with an eight-speed automatic; in AWD IS 350s, the big six is connected to a six-speed auto. Lexus saved the most significant hardware changes for the steering and suspension systems, further refining the IS’s Lexus Driving Signature. According to the automaker, “By optimizing the Electric Power Steering (EPS) and suspension systems, development focused on delivering linear, consistent steering feel across a wide range of roads and driving conditions. Attention was given not only to how the vehicle reacts to steering and pedal inputs, but also to the smoothness and control of their return motion.”

How has the MSRP of the 2026 IS changed with all these changes and updates? That’s one thing Lexus hasn’t yet disclosed. Expect the company to announce pricing for the refreshed IS closer to when it goes on sale early next year.

Interesting Finds: 2007 Shelby GT500

Shelby Mustang fans had to wait a long time for the GT500 to return in 2007, but the all-new model was worth the wait. Developed by Carroll Shelby and SVT, Ford’s Special Vehicle Team, the S197 GT500 had a 500-horsepower supercharged 5.4-liter V8 under its hood and a TREMEC six-speed manual to turn all that fury into forward motion. Of course, the GT500 also had upgraded brakes and suspension hardware to keep all four 18-inch machined aluminum wheels on the road.

Someone had the willpower to resist driving this particular Shelby GT500, which was sold at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Palm Beach Auction, into a road warrior, and put fewer than 1,000 miles on it. We here at ClassicCars TV would enjoy the supercharged power too much and rack up big numbers on the odometer. Would you drive this 2007 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 sparingly or take it everywhere and show it off? Let us know in the comments below.

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AutoHunter Spotlight: 1966 Chevrolet C10 4WD 4-Speed

Right now on AutoHunter, you can find this restored 1966 Chevrolet C10 Fleetside, which has been converted to four-wheel drive with the addition of a Rockwell dual-range transfer case. It’s powered by a 350ci V8 connected to a four-speed manual gearbox. Finished in Forest Green over a black vinyl interior, this first-generation Chevy C/K pickup is now offered by the selling dealer in Oregon with a clear title that’s currently in transit.

As part of a complete restoration, the body was refinished in Forest Green, which is accented with a white grille and matching bumpers. Equipment includes dual mirrors, tailgate chains, and dual exhaust outlets.

The 15-inch wheels are also white, and come equipped with manual locking front hubs and Multi-Mile Wild Country TXR tires. Behind the wheels are power front disc and rear drum brakes.

The two-tone cabin has a white dashboard, door panels, and ceiling, which contrast with the black vinyl bench seat and black carpeting. Features include floor-mounted manual transmission and transfer case shifters, and an Alpine AM/FM/cassette stereo.

Instrumentation consists of a 100-mph speedometer and gauges for the temperature, battery, oil pressure, and fuel level. The odometer shows 64,669 miles, but the title indicates this vehicle is mileage-exempt.

Under the hood, the original engine has been replaced with a 350ci V8, which is equipped with a four-barrel carburetor. A four-speed manual gearbox sends power to the 12-bolt rear end; a Rockwell dual-range transfer case helps deliver the engine’s output to all four wheels.

To start taking this four-wheel-drive 1966 Chevrolet C10 down your favorite roads or up your favorite trails, you have to make the winning bid on it. The auction ends on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. (PDT).

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Pick of the Day: 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL 500

There’s a sweet spot between flashy and boring. There are cars out there that are tastefully designed, capable of drawing attention without giant gaudy wheels, a wrap so bright that it sears your retinas, or an annoyingly loud exhaust. Our Pick of the Day is one of those cars. You can find this 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 listed on ClassicCars.com by a dealer in West Chester, Pennsylvania.

The late, great Bruno Sacco was the head of Mercedes-Benz design from 1975 until 1999. One of his many creations during that long run was the R129 generation (1989-2001) of the SL, a roadster with strong, defined lines that gave it an ingot-like appearance. An SL of that period has undeniable presence despite its conservative design – even in a low-key color such as silver.

This particular SL 500 is a ’95, so it benefits from the R129’s first facelift. It also stands out even more than usual thanks to its Imperial Red paint. Judging by the pictures, the past 30 years and 93,704 miles have been kind to the handsome exterior, the matching hardtop, and the black power-operated soft top.

The same goes for the beige leather interior. Not only does it coordinate well with the body color, but it features wood trim, power everything, heated seats, air conditioning, a Kenwood AM/FM/CD/Bluetooth head unit, a wind deflector, and a power-folding roll bar too.

This SL’s two previous owners were also gentle on it. According to the selling dealer, it’s been “garaged and meticulously maintained” as well as “fully serviced,” so the 315-horsepower 5.0-liter V8 and four-speed automatic should be ready for top-down drives for years to come.

This 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 is a modern classic that hits a visual sweet spot, but the sweetest spot of all for it is your driveway. To get it there, you’ll need to pay $14,500.

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Pick of the Day: 1970 Buick Skylark Custom

By now, you may be aware how artificial intelligence has begun to infiltrate all parts of the Internet. It’s impossible to scroll through Facebook without being forced to read a biography on cars (or any other topic) that seeks to elevate a certain object or person without saying something particularly meaningful or sincere. The ad for our Pick of the Day suffers from the same fate, but we at The ClassicCars.com Journal are here to help a guy or gal out and show you, the car-buying public, just what a cool car and great deal this 1970 Buick Skylark Custom four-door hardtop really is. It’s listed on ClassicCars.com by a dealership in Alsip, Illinois.

Let’s be honest: The 1970 Buick Skylark is nothing but a blip on the radar of American automotive history. It’s a car that resonates with few—those whose parents had one, or maybe they want to convert it to a GS clone and go racing. It isn’t a “cultural icon that encapsulates the essence of American automotive ingenuity” because it made no cultural impact, it isn’t an icon, and there was nothing ingenious about its engineering.

But the 1970 Skylark is a good-looking car, like all the restyled 1970 General Motors A-bodies. And as the most upmarket of GM brands with this platform, Buick took no shortcuts in making sure you knew you were riding in or driving a Buick. Of course, all Skylarks were Buicks, but some Skylarks were more Buick than others.

The base Skylark replaced the Special, but that didn’t necessarily mean it was a down-market model with a taxicab interior. It was available only as a sedan (both two- and four-door) with a Chevrolet-derived inline-six standard, with several 350s optional. Move up a trim level and you’d have the Skylark 350, which naturally came standard with a 350. This version was only available as a four-door sedan and Sport Coupe (hardtop).

At the top of the Skylark range was the Skylark Custom, which included a four-door sedan and hardtop, two-door Sport Coupe, and convertible. The 350 V8 was standard, as was a luxurious cloth and vinyl bench seat interior save the convertible, which came standard with a vinyl bench (optional on the sedan). There also was an all-vinyl notchback bench for other body styles. Want buckets? They were available in the Sport Coupe and convertible.

The standard 350 for both the Skylark 350 and Skylark Custom was a 350 two-barrel, which was rated at 260 horsepower. A four-barrel with 285 horsepower that ran on regular gas was optional for all Skylarks, but it didn’t stop there because a high-performance 350 with 315 horsepower and a very impressive 410 lb-ft of torque was available, though it ran on premium fuel. If the engine seems familiar, that’s because it’s the same engine that was included in the Buick GS. That’s some muscle!

The Desert Gold 1970 Buick Skylark Custom four-door hardtop presented here demonstrates the strengths of the Buick brand in 1970. When was the last time you saw a four-door Skylark in this condition? The earthtones—the gold with a Dark Brown vinyl top—are on target for the Buick brand for 1970, as is the standard Sandalwood cloth and vinyl bench interior. This one is powered by a 350/285 backed by a TH350 automatic. Other features include dual exhaust, power steering, air conditioning (with an R-134a conversion), tinted windows, a remote driver’s mirror, and Buick’s classic chrome road wheels. Modifications include Wilwood four-wheel discs, a Custom Autosound AM/FM radio, three-point seat belts, HID headlights, and for you sharp-eyed fans of Flint, a Gran Sport grille.

“More-door” cars don’t often receive love in this era. ChatGPT tells me they “often get overlooked for a few cultural and emotional reasons” that include lacking a sporting and performance image, collector/enthusiast bias, and styling compromises. We think that’s fair—as fair as the $19,900 asking price.

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15 Cars From the 90s That Looked Better in Video Games Than Real Life

The 1990s marked a pivotal era in video game graphics, with technological advancements allowing for more detailed and immersive environments. Racing games, in particular, showcased this progress, presenting car models that appeared more striking and imaginative on-screen than in reality. Titles like Virtua Racing and Gran Turismo featured vehicles with exaggerated proportions, vibrant colors, and dynamic designs that captured the imagination of gamers. These pixel-perfect renditions not only highlighted the capabilities of contemporary hardware but also left a lasting fascination with these stylized vehicles, making them iconic representations of automotive design in the digital realm.

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Coyote-Powered Factory Five Racing ’33 Roadster Hot Rod

This Factory Five Racing ’33 Hot Rod roadster was built by the seller in 2022, and it is powered by a 5.0-liter Coyote V8 linked to a 6R80 six-speed automatic transmission. The car is finished in orange over black upholstery, and custom flourishes include a raked windshield, a removable Carson top, machined side mirrors, and tunneled LED taillights. A steel center console runs the length of the cabin, which features heated seats, Vintage Air climate control, cruise control, a Bluetooth-capable Sony head unit, power windows, and AutoMeter gauges. Front cycle fenders, 18″ & 20″ Halibrand-style wheels, a triangulated four-link rear suspension, Viking Performance adjustable coilovers, four-wheel disc brakes, and a stainless-steel exhaust system are among the other highlights. This ’33 Hot Rod now shows 8k miles and is offered with a car cover, build books, and a Wisconsin title in the seller’s name that describes the car as a 1933 Ford.

The hand-laid composite body is styled after a 1933 Ford roadster, and a steel framework was built to reinforce the trunk lid during the build. The firewall was constructed from a steel sheet, and other custom components include the hood hinge, a flush-mounted fuel filler, front cycle fenders, machined side mirrors, and tunneled LED taillights.

The aluminum windshield frame on this car was fabricated by the seller, and the side windows were modified to fit. A removable Carson-style top was built to fit over the roll bar. The car is finished in orange with multicolor pinstriping, and protective film has been applied, per the seller. A wireless remote controls the side windows in addition to releases for the hood, trunk, and doors.

Halibrand-style 18″ front and 20″ rear wheels wear personalized center caps and are wrapped in Continental ExtremeContact tires measuring 225/40 and 305/35, respectively. The car rides on a cantilever front suspension, a triangulated four-link rear setup, and Viking Performance adjustable coilovers. The car is equipped with power steering, and braking is handled by four-wheel discs with drilled and slotted rotors all around.

The cabin features heated, adjustable bucket seats trimmed in black upholstery with color-coordinated door panels and carpet. A steel center console was fabricated by the seller and painted to match the body along with the dashboard fascia, which is accented with a pinstriped instrument bezel. Amenities include a Vintage Air climate control system, cruise control, a Bluetooth-capable Sony head unit, and power windows.

The leather-wrapped steering wheel sits ahead of AutoMeter instrumentation consisting of a 120-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. The digital odometer shows 8k miles.

The 5.0-liter Coyote V8 has a stainless-steel dual exhaust system with V-band clamps, Cherry Bomb mufflers, and oblong tips. The engine covers are painted to match the body, and the aluminum radiator is cooled by an electric puller fan. An oil change was most recently performed approximately 2k miles ago.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 6R80 six-speed automatic transmission.

The car is titled as a 1933 Ford using the VIN F5R1000754HR, which appears on a Certificate of Origin and an uninstalled identification plaque that will accompany the car.

Photos taken at various stages of the build are presented in the gallery.

The current Wisconsin title lists “Titled in WI as: Replica” in the additional vehicle detail section.

392 Hemi Stroker-Powered 1930 Ford Model A “Wade Coupe” 4-Speed

This 1930 Ford Model A five-window coupe was acquired by the seller in 2008 and built into a hot rod over the following decade. Power comes from a stroked Bear Block Motors 392 Hemi V8 with four-bolt mains, a forged rotating assembly, Hot Hemi Heads aluminum heads, a Herbert Cams camshaft, Missile valvetrain components, and eight Stromberg 97 carburetors mounted on an Edelbrock intake manifold. The engine is backed by an AutoGear Muncie M22 four-speed manual transmission and a Currie 9” rear end with a limited-slip differential. Bass Kustom of Dallas, Texas, modified the steel body with a chopped roof, a ’34 windshield frame, and a ’32 grille shell, and also fabricated the chassis, which incorporates shortened American Chassis side rails, a ’37 front axle, rear ladder bars, a Schroeder cowl steering box, and drilled accents throughout. Brown Spinneybeck leather upholstery and wool carpets cover the interior, and other highlights include a removable roof panel, a central fuel filler, red headlight lenses, nickel-plated brightwork, and 16” steel wheels. Since completion, the car has participated in The Gathering at the Roc and the Lonestar Roundup. This Highboy coupe is now offered with a clean Missouri title in the seller’s name.

Bass Kustom fabricated the frame using American Chassis side rails that were shortened, pinched, and joined with custom crossmembers. Inspired by Bonneville Salt Flats race cars and hot rods built in the ’50s and ’60s, Bass started with an original 1930 A body, chopped the roof, and added a ’34 windshield frame and header. The ’32-style grille shell was trimmed to clear the axle.

Martin Bros. Customs of Johnson City, Texas, and Shorty’s Custom Paint of Midlothian, Texas, applied a shade of white paint inspired by a Porsche 356, according to the seller. Assembly and plating were completed at Rex Rod & Chassis of Blanco, Texas. A removable roof panel is secured with Dzus fasteners, and the B-L-C headlight buckets feature red-tinted lenses.

The stroked Hemi V8 was built using a Bear Block Motors block with four-bolt mains. Hot Hemi Heads aluminum heads were milled to appear stock, and a forged rotating assembly was installed along with a Herbert Cams camshaft, Missile Enterprises rocker arms, dimpled valve covers, and a Scintilla Vertex magneto. Induction is through eight Stromberg 97 carburetors mounted atop a polished Edelbrock intake manifold.

Drilled brackets act as mounts for both the engine and the Walker radiator. Tubular headers flow into side exhaust outlets, and suspension components and exterior brightwork were nickel-plated.

Color-keyed 16” steel wheels are wrapped in Excelsior radial tires measuring 5.50” up front and 7.50” out back. The car rides on transverse leaf springs with a ’37 front axle supported by a “suicide” setup, while drilled extensions have been added to the live rear axle for the spring and shock mounts. Braking is handled by hydraulic drums all around.

Craig Willits of Dallas, Texas, prepared the cabin upholstery using brown leather sourced from Spinneybeck. Tuck-and-roll inserts accent the split bench seat, and Dynamat was applied to the floors under wool carpets from World Upholstery. A brass knob tops the double-bend shifter, which has a padded bezel.

The three-spoke steering wheel is connected to a Schroeder steering box with a 2:1 reducer gear set. A central Stewart-Warner tachometer is accompanied by auxiliary gauges mounted below the dashboard. The car does not have an odometer. The seller estimates that the car has been driven 2,500 miles since the build was completed.

The trunk is trimmed to complement the cabin, and a cutout in the trunk lid surrounds a positive-locking flip-up fuel filler cap. A louvered trunk lid is included as shown in the gallery.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through an AutoGear Muncie M22 four-speed manual transmission and a Currie 9” rear end with a limited-slip differential. A louvered panel was added to the underside of the rear bodywork.

The car is titled using the VIN A3156188, which appears on an identification plate riveted to the firewall and is consistent with a Ford Model A produced in April 1930.

Photos taken at various stages of the build are presented in the gallery, and documentation of the build is further detailed in a Jalopy Journal thread.