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350-Powered ’33 Ford 3-Window Coupe Street Rod

This ’33 Ford is a full-fendered, fiberglass-bodied three-window coupe that is powered by a 350ci Chevrolet V8 linked to a four-speed automatic transmission and a Ford rear end. It rides on a Mustang II-style front end and a four-link rear setup with adjustable coilovers, power-assisted front discs, and polished 15″ alloy wheels, and the copper paintwork is contrasted by gradient flames and custom pinstriping. The interior is trimmed in black leather with contrast stitching and snakeskin inserts and houses bucket seats, a center console, Vintage Air climate control, power windows, and a Sony CD receiver. Purchased by the seller in 2021, this ’33 street rod is now offered with a clean Montana title in the name of the seller’s company that lists the car as a 1933 Ford street rod.

The fiberglass body features a three-window roofline with a 4″ chop and is finished in copper with an airbrushed gradient flame job and trunklid striping. Additional exterior features include reverse-hinged doors, smoothed fenders and running boards, dual sideview mirrors, a power lift trunk, and a roll pan.

The Mustang II-style independent front suspension has tubular control arms, adjustable coilovers, a sway bar, rack-and-pinion steering, and power-assisted disc brakes, while out back is a four-link setup with adjustable coilovers and a Panhard bar. The 15″ alloy wheels wear staggered tires.

The cabin houses buckets seats upholstered in black leather upholstery with contrasting orange stitching and embroidery, and matching treatments extend to the center console, headliner, and door panels, the latter of which feature black snakeskin inserts. Black carpeting overlays the floorboards, and additional interior features include Vintage Air climate control, power windows, and a Sony Xplod CD receiver.

The three-spoke billet steering wheel is mounted atop a chrome tilting column and fronts a VDO gauge set including a 120-mph speedometer. The digital odometer shows 14k miles, approximately 1,200 of which were driven by the seller.

The 350ci Chevrolet V8 crate engine is equipped with a 600-cfm Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor, an HEI distributor, a custom aluminum radiator, a Vintage Air two-speed electric fan, a polished alternator and compressor, and milled valve covers with a matching oval air cleaner cover as well as ceramic-coated headers flowing into a dual exhaust system

The 700R4 four-speed automatic transmission is linked to a Ford rear end.

The car is titled as a 1933 Ford Street Rod using VIN 181396445.

No Reserve: Supercharged V6-Powered Ford Model T Coupe Street Rod

This Model T coupe was the subject of a custom street rod build under prior ownership and was donated to the Automobile Gallery in Green Bay, Wisconsin, in 2025. The body is finished in maroon and features a sunroof, full fenders and running boards, and a shaved trunk lid and bumpers, and it is mounted to a boxed chassis with a front four-bar setup with a drop axle, an independent rear setup with adjustable coilovers, rack-and-pinion steering, and disc brakes. Power is provided by a supercharged GM V6 with dual Weber-style carburetors linked to a five-speed manual transmission and a Corvette-style differential. Inside, low-back bucket seats are trimmed in two-tone tan upholstery and accompanied by an aftermarket shifter, a Jensen stereo, and a digital instrument cluster. This Model T coupe street rod is now offered by the seller on behalf of the owner at no reserve with a clean Wisconsin title.

The steel body was refinished in maroon during the build and features a tilting sunroof, tinted glass, and full fenders and running boards. The front and rear bumpers have been removed, and a crack in the left-rear fender is pictured in the gallery.

The car rides on a custom chassis with boxed rails, a four-bar front suspension setup with a drop axle and transverse leaf spring, and an independent rear suspension setup with adjustable QA1 coilovers. It is equipped with rack-and-pinion steering, and braking is handled by four-wheel discs. Polished 14″ front and 15″ rear American Racing Torq Thrust wheels are mounted with 175/70 National Duration front tires and 255/60 Laramie Performer rear tires.

The cabin houses low-back bucket seats trimmed in two-tone tan vinyl along with coordinated door panels and red carpeting. A Jensen stereo unit is mounted in the dash panel and connected to a Memphis Audio amplifier and aftermarket speakers. The car is also equipped with an aftermarket floor shifter and power windows.

A Grant GT steering wheel is mounted to a tilting column ahead of a body-color dash panel, which houses a central digital instrument cluster with a speedometer, a tachometer, and readouts for fuel level, voltage, oil pressure, and water temperature. The digital odometer indicates 860 miles, which is said to be the distance driven since the custom build.

The GM V6 is believed to be a 3.1-liter unit and is topped with a Roots-style supercharger and dual Weber-style side-draft carburetors. The blower, carburetors, and alternator have gold accents and custom engraving, and additional details include polished valve covers, coated exhaust manifolds, and a stainless dual exhaust system.

The five-speed manual transmission sends power to a Corvette-style rear differential. The transmission and rear drive components are polished, and the transmission is adorned with engraving to match the engine components.

The Wisconsin title lists the car as a 1927 Ford with the VIN TF0051944.

More from MCACN: Maple Leaf Muscle

If you’ve never been to Canada, or you don’t live in a border state, it’s easy to think that the Great White North is just like the U.S. However, you’d never confuse the McKenzie Brothers for being American, right? It’s the same with Canadian cars—it’s easy to assume Detroit catered to the country in the same manner as in the U.S., but there were some unique vehicles being sold among the 10 provinces plus the territories back in the ’60s and ’70s.

This 1969 Pontiac Parisienne 2+2 convertible is one of 639 built. However, this one is equipped with a 390-horsepower 427 and a four-speed, making it one of 12 among all Canadian Ponchos. This one is believed to be one of two.

The Canadian cars that were different were so due to tariffs, but a 1965 trade agreement (Canada-U.S. Automotive Products Agreement) led to the demise of some unique badge-engineered creations, while others persisted due to the way automobiles were marketed in a country with a distinct population and dealer network.

This 1965 Acadian Beaumont Sport Deluxe convertible is one of 336 built. Additionally, 23 Acadian Beaumonts were powered by the L79 327; it is believed eight were convertibles per Vintage Vehicle Services.

For the 2025 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals, Cliff Guinand from Muscle Cars—Bone Stock & Modified magazine organized the Maple Leaf Muscle display to show the several unique vehicles from across the border, plus several more that may seem familiar but were imported into Canada when new.

This 1966 Beaumont Sport Deluxe is powered by a 396/360, the top engine for this vehicle.

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The last year of the Dodge Dart Swinger 340 in America was 1970, but an Edmonton (and, later, Winnipeg) dealership special-ordered a batch of 340-powered Dart Specials for 1971-72. Only 30 were built in the latter year.
The 1969 Pontiac Firebird Commanche was the brainchild of Grant Hamilton (a Pontiac dealership) and sold at three dealers in Montreal, Toronto, and Ottawa. It was promoted as “an American GT with special American virtues.”
Commanches were Expresso Brown with tan leather and off-white highlights, plus equipped with Marchal 653 foglamps, hood pins, chromed hood inserts, chrome-diecast Comanche emblems, front/rear Koni shocks, “special” suspension, Pirelli Cinturato radials, and more. This one is equipped with a 400 HO and a four-speed.
Buick built 44 GSXs in 1972 (incredibly, 22 were distributed around Canada). Of those, 24 were powered by the Stage 1 engine, of which only two had a four-speed.
Both this Midnight Green Ram Air IV 1969 GTO and Bamboo 1970 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 W30 were sold new in Canada.
1966 Dodge Charger powered by a 426 Hemi.
Tor Red 1971 Plymouth Road Runner powered by a 440-6.
1970 Plymouth Hemi’Cuda.
A 1964 Plymouth Fury powered by a transplanted 426 Max Wedge.
This 1971 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 W30 convertible is one of 110 built, but what makes this one special is that it was special-ordered in 1970 Rally Red paint.
Another 1971, this one painted Antique Jade metallic.
Mr. Kite, a Hemi-powered 1966 Plymouth Satellite.
1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28-RS.

See More Than 20 Vehicles from the Centre Point Collection at the Barrett-Jackson 2026 Scottsdale Auction

Barrett-Jackson announced yesterday that more than 20 collectible performance vehicles from the Phoenix-based Centre Point Collection will cross the block during the 2026 Scottsdale Auction, Jan. 17-25 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. A powerhouse of performance vehicles, the Centre Point Collection includes a 2008 Dodge Viper SRT/10 Hurst 50th Anniversary Limited Series edition coupe (preview) and convertible (preview) that will be sold as a pair, as well as the 2021 Ford Shelby GT500KR Widebody (preview) that served as the concept car for the modern “King of the Road” platform.

“The Centre Point Collection is a remarkable group of performance vehicles spanning 1960 American muscle to iconic, late-model imports,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Each vehicle has been extremely well-maintained and represents a pinnacle of high-performance cars. The collection includes a pair of 2008 Dodge Viper SRT/10 Hurst 50th Anniversary Limited Series editions that are among the first production models and will be sold together, as well as a 2021 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR Widebody (preview) that’s one of 60 made for that model year. Every vehicle from the Centre Point Collection will cross the block with No Reserve, giving bidders the chance to claim one of these incredible performance vehicles as their own.”

The 2016 Dodge Viper ACR (preview) is powered by a naturally aspirated V10 engine rated at 645 horsepower and equipped with the Extreme Aero Package. It is finished in Billet Silver Metallic clearcoat with black and red stripes and features High-Grip Alcantara leather seats, ACR door trim panels and an Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls.

A pair of 2008 Dodge Viper SRT/10 Hurst 50th Anniversary Limited Series editions – a convertible and a coupe – will be sold together, along with a matching 2008 Viper Hurst 50th Anniversary custom go-kart. The No. 1 coupe (preview) has 813 actual miles and is the first of 50 Hurst 50th Anniversary Limited Series Viper coupes and convertibles. With 209 actual miles, the No. 2 convertible (preview) is the second of 50 Hurst 50th Anniversary Limited Series Vipers and the first convertible produced. Both the coupe and convertible are finished in a special Hurst Flat Gold paint with black racing stripes. The matching custom go-kart (preview) is powered by a JD-TEK gasoline engine and is included with the sale of the Dodge Vipers.

“The Centre Point Collection includes several remarkable Fords and Shelbys,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “From an original 1970 Shelby GT500 fastback (preview) with a matching-numbers 428ci CJ engine and C6 automatic transmission to a 2023 Carroll Shelby Centennial Edition Ford Mustang (preview) that’s No. 68 of approximately 100 examples, these Shelbys are a testament to Carroll’s legacy and honor Ford’s indelible impact on street and track performance.”

Powered by a supercharged V8 with 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, the 2021 Ford Shelby GT500KR Widebody (preview) served as the concept car for the modern “King of the Road” platform. As one of 60 GT500KRs produced for the 2021 model year, this example is accompanied by Shelby American build documentation that details each stage of its transformation. The 2023 Ford Mustang featuring the Shelby Centennial Edition package (preview) is No. 68 of approximately 100 examples produced by Shelby American and is powered by a supercharged V8 engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. It is finished in Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat with black racing and rocker stripes with Centennial-specific details that include special badging, stripes and a unique interior trim. A red 1970 Shelby GT500 fastback (preview) is equipped with power steering, power disc brakes, fold-down rear seat, 3.00 Trak-Loc rear axle, air conditioning and big suspension. The entire drivetrain has matching numbers.

Import collectible vehicles from the Centre Point Collection include a 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing Coupe (preview) rated at 563 horsepower. Finished in Iridium Silver Metallic over a classic red and black two-tone leather interior, it includes the AMG Extended Interior Carbon Fiber trim, a Bang & Olufsen sound system and metallic paint. A 2014 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG roadster (preview) is powered by a twin-turbo V8 engine rated at 557 horsepower and is equipped with the AMG Performance Package and a carbon-fiber engine cover, paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission. Powered by a V8 engine that produces 385 horsepower, a 2010 Jaguar XK (preview) features navigation, as well as cooled and heated seats.

A Rapid Blue 2022 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE (preview) is an extreme track-focused performance version of the ZL1 with a supercharged V8 engine producing 650 horsepower. The 1LE Extreme Track Performance Package offers suspension and aerodynamic upgrades for enhanced cornering, braking and high-speed stability. Powered by a supercharged V8 engine, a custom 1955 Chevrolet Nomad (preview) includes chassis and suspension upgrades. The body is finished in black with a silver top; the custom red-leather interior includes aftermarket gauges and Dynamat sound barrier throughout.

Additional collectible vehicles from the Centre Point Collection include:

  • 2007 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake (preview) – The first retail-production Ford GT500 Shelby Super Snake made in 2007, powered by a 725-horsepower supercharged V8 engine and 6-speed manual transmission
  • 2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody (preview) – Powered by a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine rated at 797 horsepower and 707 ft/lbs of torque
  • 2010 Ford Mustang Hurst Edition convertible pace car (preview) – No. 10 of 50 produced by the Hurst Corporation featuring Stage III equipment, powered by a V8 with Roush supercharger
  • Ford Mustang FM350S Race Car (preview) – A turnkey limited-production race car designed for on-track racing competitions; No. 23 of 50 examples sold for the 2017 model year
  • 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 (preview) – Powered by a supercharged HEMI HO V8 engine; features Premium Group, Air Grabber hood and has 16 actual miles.
  • 2004 Dodge Viper SRT/10 Convertible (preview) – Powered by an 8.3-liter V10 engine paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and remains in stock form
  • 2002 Ford Thunderbird Convertible (preview) – Features an aftermarket roadster top, Continental kit, chrome fender trim, chrome side stripe, and aftermarket wheels and tires
  • 2000 Plymouth Prowler Woodward Edition convertible (preview) – Number 100 of 153 produced, this Plymouth Prowler convertible is selling as a pair with a custom 2002 Ajax Prowler trailer
  • 2020 Shelby F-150 Shelby Super Snake pickup (preview) – CSM 20SSS0133, is powered by a Coyote V8 engine paired with a Shelby-engineered Whipple supercharger system

Click here to view the 2026 Scottsdale Auction Select Preview and browse hundreds of featured collectible vehicles.

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AutoHunter Spotlight: 1970 Chevrolet Camaro Sport Coupe

On AutoHunter, you can find this modified 1970 Chevrolet Camaro Sport Coupe, which is powered by a 350ci V8 paired with a 700R4 four-speed automatic. Highlights include power steering, air conditioning, headers, power front disc brakes, and Positraction. Finished in red over a black cloth and vinyl interior, this customized second-generation Camaro is now offered by the private seller in Miami with service invoices and a clear title.

In 2010, the exterior color was changed from the original Hugger Orange to the current shade of red. That covers a body fitted with custom flared fenders and a three-piece rear spoiler. Features include chrome bumpers, front fender vents, dual mirrors with body-color caps, tinted windows, and dual exhaust outlets.

The flared fenders arc over a set of 18-inch American Racing Torq Thrust wheels wrapped in 275/35 front and 335/30 rear Nitto NT555 radials.

Like the outside, the inside of this F-body was changed, going from the original black vinyl to the black cloth and vinyl you see here. Comfort and convenience features include Vintage Air A/C and heat, power steering, center console, and custom sound system consisting of a JVC AM/FM/CD/AUX head unit, Infinity four-inch speakers, JBL 10-inch subwoofer, JBL two-way speakers, and Crunch Powerone amplifier.

The instrument cluster houses a 130-mph speedometer, 7,000-rpm tachometer, clock, and gauges for the fuel level, voltage, and temperature. The odometer shows 59,314 miles, but this Camaro is mileage-exempt, according to its title.

Under the hood, the original engine has been replaced with a 350ci V8, which is connected to an Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor, an Edlebrock intake manifold, and headers. The original transmission has also been replaced with a 700R4 four-speed automatic.

Underneath, this Camaro is equipped with a Hotchkiss front suspension kit, rebuilt driveshaft, and Positraction rear end with 3.73:1 gears. Power front disc and rear drum brakes bring it to a stop. New parts include the fuel lines, ball joints, sway bar bushings, shocks, and rear springs.

To see more of this modified 1970 Chevrolet Camaro Sport Coupe, watch the video below. To make it yours, place your bid before the auction ends on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. (MST).

Visit the AutoHunter listing for more information and a photo gallery

Pick of the Day: 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda Convertible

If you’re of a certain age, do you remember “art house movies,” flicks that were rated X due to “adult situations” but were not necessarily pornographic? Our Pick of the Day features a color that’s named as an homage to one of those movies. This 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda convertible is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a dealership in Celeste, Texas.

The movie in question was from Sweden. Swedish movies were a popular way to see something subversive, but subversive is all relative—many things back in the 1960s seem tame today. And that’s quite true about “I Am Curious,” a series of two movies that would have given the Church Lady a conniption. There actually were two versions of this movie: “I Am Curious (Blue)” and “I Am Curious (Yellow)”, with the former featuring a timeline surrounding the latter. The pair of movies was intended to be seen consecutively, but that’s not how things ended up. Though nothing worse than an R by today’s standards, “Yellow” aroused the consternation of authorities and was banned in Massachusetts, leading to a SCOTUS case; the tamer “Blue” is possibly responsible for creating the term “blue movie.”

When the Chrysler Corporation was creating new High Impact colors for 1971, there were several carry-overs and one new hue. Continuing from 1970 was (Plymouth/Dodge) In Violet/Plum Crazy, Tor Red/Hemi Orange, and Sassy Grass Green/Green Go; returning from 1969 was Bahama Yellow/Butterscotch. The only brand-new color was Curious Yellow/Citron Yella. Curious Yellow had a bit of green in it compared to 1970’s Lemon Twist/Top Banana, though the latter would be reintroduced in September 1970, soon after the 1971 model year began. Why the need for two bright yellows? Apparently, the Chrysler Corporation had its reasons.

To these eyes, Curious Yellow was the more interesting yellow of the two, plus it was named after a movie that showed some skin—I bet every teenage boy giggled and teenage girls rolled their eyes. Even better, this was a High Impact color that was not restricted to certain Plymouth and Dodge models—it was available for Furys, Polaras, and Monacos, something that was an exception more than a rule.

You’re welcome to argue with me if you wish, but Curious Yellow never looked better than it did on the Plymouth Barracuda. The Barracuda featured a heavy facelift for 1971 with quad headlights, parking lights that moved to below the bumper, simulated front fender louvers (on ‘Cuda models), and separated brake and reverse lights. Grilles were argent aside from certain ‘Cuda models depending on the paint chosen. The formerly standard road lamps were now optional on the ‘Cuda, and still available for regular Barracudas and Gran Coupes. A new stripe design, today known as the “Billboard,” was more outrageous and clearly outdid anything from Brand X. However, the buff books didn’t like the new styling, and an evolving market ended up demanding much fewer Barracudas than in 1970.

The 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda convertible is one of the most desirable muscle cars, and one sprayed in Curious Yellow likely would command a premium. Truth be told, this example was originally painted in “GF7” Sherwood Green metallic with a white interior and top. However, check out the other options and you’ll see this car would be hot no matter what color: 340 four-speed, Shaker hood, rear wing, Rallye dashboard, and more. Aside from the color, Billboards and “A21” Elastomeric Front Bumper complete the package to make this car look as hot as a Barracuda could be. “The underside is just as gorgeous as the top, every brake/fuel line is new or redone. All suspension is painted or powder coated,” says the seller. “Everything works! Every light, every gauge, wipers and window washers, radio, horn, etc.”

When the industry was trying to get away from loud, horsepower-laden vehicles, along came the ‘Cuda to challenge the morals of America. If you decide to pay the $198,500 asking price, you can color me jealous.

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351-Powered ’32 Zipper Roadster

This ’32 Zipper Roadster was built around 2001 using Zipper Motorsports pinched ’32 frame rails, a fiberglass Zipper body with a removable hardtop, and a hand-formed aluminum hood. Painted PPG yellow with a gold pearl coat, the car rides on a fully independent suspension with a Kugel Komponents front end, a polished Dutchman rear end, four-wheel disc brakes, and chrome alloy wheels. The 351ci V8 was built with aluminum heads, Zoomie headers with cutouts, and a polished intake manifold, and it is linked to a built AOD automatic and a 3.56 rear end with a Detroit Locker. The interior features black upholstery, yellow accents, a tilt wheel, a custom sound system, a Lokar pedals. The car was featured in Street Rod Builder in 2004, which included a pull-out poster of the car, and is claimed to have cost over $250k to build. This 1932 roadster is now offered on dealer consignment with service records and a clean Utah title.

The Zipper fiberglass body is mounted on a pinched ’32 Zipper frame and features a removable hardtop, hand-formed aluminum hood, PPG yellow paintwork with a gold pearl coat, LED lighting, and a chrome rear nerf bar.

The independent front end is from Kugel Components and uses inboard pushrod-activated coilovers, polished tubular A-arms, and Borgeson power rack-and-pinion steering. The four-link Dutchman rear end has a Strange Engineering center section, polished axles, and coilovers. Wilwood calipers are paired with discs all around.

The chrome-plated OZ Racing wheels measure 16″ up front and 17″ out back, and they are mounted with staggered Pirelli rubber.

Denny Nish Interiors did the custom black interior and yellow accents. Black wool carpeting lines the floor, and the Custom AutoSound stereo is linked to a Rockford Fosgate amplifier, a Polk Audio subwoofer, and Diamond component speakers. The pedals are from Lokar, and a Snap-On tool kit is concealed in the bulkhead.

The carbon-fiber dashboard was made by “Starvin” Marvin Miller and houses Stewart-Warner instruments. The custom-wrapped wheel is mounted on a modified Cadillac tilt column. The current owner has driven the car ~300 of the 1,100 indicated miles.

The 351ci V8 was built with aluminum heads and a polished intake manifold, and the oil pan was custom-made, as were the Zoomie headers with cutout. The Griffin radiator is cooled by a SPAL fan. The carburetor was rebuilt in preparation for the sale, and the valve covers were replaced.

Art Carr reportedly built the polished-case AOD automatic with a 2,400-RPM stall converter, and it is linked to the 3.56 Detroit Locker in the Strange Engineering center section.

The 2004 Street Rod Builder feature has a pull-out poster and details of the build.

The car is titled as a 1932 Ford Hi-Boy using VIN 181393622, which is consistent with a 1935 sequence.

Custom 431 V8-Powered 1967 Volkswagen Beetle Hot Rod

This 1967 Volkswagen Beetle was modified in 2020 with a custom-fabricated chassis and a front-mounted 431ci Chevrolet V8 with an Air Flow Research intake manifold, a Holley four-barrel carburetor, MSD ignition components, and long-tube headers. Finished in gold, green, and brown metal flake, the steel bodywork features a chopped roof, a split rear window, and flared wheel arches. Inside, a roll cage has been added along with two-tone vinyl upholstery, a TCI Outlaw shifter, power windows, and Classic Instruments gauges. Other highlights include a TH400 three-speed automatic transmission, bespoke bumpers, wheelie bars, American Racing 15” alloy wheels, an independent front suspension, a four-link rear setup with QA1 coilovers, and four-wheel disc brakes. This custom Beetle was acquired by the selling dealer in 2025 and is now offered with a clean Pennsylvania title.

The roof was chopped during the build, and a split rear window panel was added along with a corresponding engine lid. Grille openings were cut out of the hood, which also has an air scoop.  The quarter windows were filled, and the fenders were extended with flared arches.

Gold metal-flake paint is accented by airbrushed green and brown areas with lace, fish-scale, and other patterns. Custom-fabricated bumpers, early-style headlights, and wheelie bars were also installed.

American Racing 15” alloy wheels are wrapped in 26×8.00” front and 30×12.00” rear Mickey Thompson tires. The car rides on a custom-fabricated steel chassis with tubular control arms, rack-and-pinion steering, and coil springs up front as well as a four-link rear setup with a Panhard rod and QA1 adjustable coilovers. Braking is handled by four-wheel discs with Wilwood rear calipers.

A roll cage has been added to the cabin, which houses bucket seats trimmed in green vinyl with diamond-patterned tan inserts. The upholstery scheme carries over to the headliner, rear bulkhead, and door panels. The rear seat has been removed, and power windows have been installed along with a TCI Outlaw shifter, a polished dashboard fascia, billet door handles, and bound carpets.

The four-spoke steering wheel is mounted to a tilt column and sits ahead of Classic instrumentation consisting of a 140-mph speedometer, an 8k-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. The five-digit odometer shows 57 miles. The selling dealer states the mileage is not accurate, and total mileage is unknown.

The front-mounted 431ci Chevrolet V8 is equipped with aluminum cylinder heads, an Air Flow Research Eliminator intake manifold, a Holley Ultra XP four-barrel carburetor, an MSD Blaster SS ignition coil, a billet serpentine accessory drive, an aluminum radiator, Craiger-branded valve covers, and long-tube exhaust headers. Output is estimated to be greater than 600 horsepower.

A fuel cell is mounted in the former engine compartment.

The TH400 three-speed automatic transmission has a finned oil pan. Corrosion is visible on underbody components, which can be viewed in the gallery.

The car is titled using the VIN 117772237, which appears on the identification plate shown above and is consistent with a Volkswagen Beetle produced for the 1967 model year.

The CRX was a Rev-Happy, Fuel-Efficient Honda

Have you ever heard of the concept of “slow car fast”? As it turns out, the fun-factor associated with driving a car doesn’t have to be dependent on its horsepower statistic. In some cases, pushing a lesser-powered vehicle at or near its limits can feel about as invigorating as dipping into the throttle of an all-out exotic supercar.  

CRX Background

The Honda CRX came at a time when motorists had dealt with ongoing energy/oil crises throughout the 1970s and were adopting small, fuel-efficient cars. The CRX was produced from 1984 to 1991 and was praised for its peppy driving experience combined with class-leading fuel efficiency. At its core, it was a simple, two-seat, front-wheel drive compact with sporting aspirations. But “sporty” could only so far, since the most performance-oriented model (in the United States, anyway) was a 108-horsepower, 1.6-liter “Si.”

There were two distinct generations (1984 through 1987, and a slightly rounded-off 1988 through 1991). Drivetrains and engineering features were largely shared with the more contemporary Civic, but the CRX weighed only about 1,800 to 2,100 pounds, so it had a distinct power-to-weight advantage over other models in the Honda lineup. That meant that it was capable of hybrid-like fuel economy. One trim level in particular, the HF (for “high fuel”), had an eight-valve 1.5-liter, taller gearing, and extensive weight-savings measures. It was rated at over 50 miles per gallon on the highway – and this was back in the 1980s!

Worth adding – although not marketed explicitly as a CRX in the United States, the 1993-through-1997 del Sol (a two-seater with a removable rooftop) did carry the CRX nameplate in some markets around the world. We will revisit that unique model another time.

Greg’s Collectible CRX

In recent years, the CRX has gained strong momentum in the collector community, and well-kept, low-mileage, unmodified examples are sought after. My friend Greg is no stranger to the platform since he’s owned several CRXs – and keeps coming back for more.

Greg’s current pride and joy is a Rio Red 1990 (which he dubbed the “Rex”) showing only 50,556 miles on the odometer. The car’s background is a classic “little old lady” story: It was owned by its original owner in Louisiana from 1990 through 2025 before finally being set free after 35 years. First delivered to Holmes Honda World in Shreveport, the car had a retail price of $11,390. Dealer-added equipment on top of that included air conditioining, an AM/FM cassette, and floor mats. Today, the car retains its original D1616 SOHC 1.6-liter which received a new timing belt, valve cover gaskets, and a battery earlier this year.

Greg brought his low-mileage CRX out for an informal “all-red-car” meet-up where I displayed my 1992 Acura NSX and my friend Eric showcased his Mugen-upgraded 1987 Acura Integra. Even under overcast skies, the trio looked eye-catching – and we couldn’t help but agree that the CRX, Integra, and NSX represent what many consider to be “Golden Era” vehicles for Honda.

For being a relatively slow car (on paper, anyway), the CRX is a total grin-machine, and the car helped put Honda on the map when it came to driving enthusiasts. Are you a current or prior CRX owner, and what has your experience with the model been like?

What Cars Had These Dagmars?

Dagmar is a Scandinavian name, usually given to females but it has a history of unisex usage. It’s also an artillery-shell-inspired bumper guard with a name taken from a buxom 1950s actress. Dagmars was a styling trend that came and went.

Below we have four images of Dagmars from several cars listed for sale on AutoHunter or ClassicCars.com. Can you tell us the model year and make of each? Cheaters can simply click on an image to find an answer for each.

Click on a photo to reveal each car

It’s Tuesday, which means The ClassicCars.com Journal has a fun automotive game to test your knowledge. Once you’re done with this one, you can play past puzzles.