Right now on AutoHunter, you can find this restored 1938 Cadillac Series 75 Fleetwood Convertible Sedan, which is #41 of 58 Series 75 Fleetwood Convertible Sedans produced in its model year. It’s powered by a rebuilt 346ci V8 mated to a three-speed manual transmission. Finished in black and equipped with a beige convertible top over a gray leather interior, this four-door drop-top is now offered by the selling dealer in Arizona with spare parts, tools, owner’s manual, and clear title.
Originally Moleskin Gray, the body was refinished in its current black. Both rows of the passenger compartment are covered by a beige convertible top with a rectangular rear window; when lowered, it fits under a gray top boot. Other exterior features include chrome bumpers with guards, auxiliary front lights, hood ornament, two-piece windshield, dual side mirrors, rear fender skirts, rear trunk, and a single exhaust outlet.
This big-bodied Caddy can roll through small-town parade routes or to the drive-in on its 15-inch steel wheels with Cadillac wheel covers and Firestone whitewalls.
The cabin offers gray leather bench seating in both rows.
Amenities include woodgrain trim, front and rear clocks, a retractable glass partition between the first and second rows, and footrests and a fold-down center armrest for rear passengers.
Instrumentation consists of a 110-mph speedometer and gauges for the temperature, fuel level, oil pressure, and voltage. The odometer shows 97,589 miles, but the title for this vehicle indicates it’s mileage-exempt.
Under the hood is a rebuilt 346ci V8 that was factory-rated at 140 horsepower. It runs 6.7:1 compression and comes paired with a single-barrel carburetor and a YnZ’s Yesterdays Parts wiring harness. A column-shifted three-speed manual gearbox sends the engine’s power to the rear wheels; drum brakes keep it in check.
You don’t see a lot of four-door convertibles on the road, but you can see this 1938 Cadillac Series 75 Fleetwood Convertible Sedan in your garage every day if you place the winning bid on it. Make sure you do that before the auction for this distinctive drop-top ends on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. (PDT).
The Suburban holds a longstanding name in households across America. After 90 years, 12 generations, and many millions of units sold, it has become a legend in American automotive history. It is also the only vehicle to ever receive a star at the Hollywood Walk of Fame—celebrity status indeed. We love square-body pickup trucks, but it isn’t very often that we get to talk about their people-hauling Suburban counterparts. The Pick of the Day is a 1989 Chevrolet Suburban listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Foira, Illinois.
“This is not your average Burb,” the listing says. “Was used to tow old cars to shows.”
The 1973-91 Suburban model was part of the C/K Series of General Motors’ full-sized truck series. It was a heavy-duty workhorse with an emphasis on brute power, and its truck-based underpinnings made it a capable rig for hauling and towing. As a people-mover or a cargo-hauler, its interior dimensions were vast, too (especially with the rear seats removed). One of Chevrolet’s advertisements said, “No ordinary wagon has its capacity to do the job.”
The custom exterior color scheme for this Suburban is attractive and complementary. I like the subtle red pinstripe to go with the otherwise neutral palette. The tinted windows, upgraded wheels, and dual exhaust system give the otherwise very flat body an element of pizzazz. The interior has been similarly upgraded with a set of Dakota Digital gauges and a Lecarra leather-wrapped steering wheel.
Towing capability comes from a rebuilt 454ci big-block V8 mated to a TH400 three-speed automatic transmission. The Suburban certainly won’t excel at fuel economy (it’s probably lucky to get 10 mpg, like my F-Series) but, if your primary use for the vehicle is occasional weekend towing, it will certainly be up to the task. Mechanical upgrades according to the seller include a new radiator, ceramic-coated headers, three-inch exhaust system, Gear Vendors overdrive unit, and rebuilt suspension with Ridetech airbags.
The Suburban, while to some not a practical everyday driver, has classic appeal and is suited to people who want vintage style with the added benefit of utility. What kind of toys do you need to haul around? There probably isn’t much this beast can’t handle.
“Time for someone else to hopefully enjoy as much as I have,” the listing concludes.
Throughout automotive history, influential executives have often driven the creation of unique vehicles based on personal vision, ambition, or even whim. These leaders, wielding significant power within their companies, have initiated projects that resulted in cars that might not have existed otherwise. Such decisions can lead to groundbreaking innovations or, conversely, costly missteps. Understanding the impact of executive decisions on automotive design offers insight into how personal influence shapes the industry. For instance, the Ford Edsel was introduced in 1958 under the direction of Henry Ford II, aiming to fill a market gap but ultimately becoming a commercial failure. Similarly, the Packard Executive was developed in 1956 to bridge the price gap between Packard’s models, reflecting the company’s strategic response to market positioning. These examples underscore how executive decisions can significantly influence automotive design and market outcomes.
This 1935 Ford Model 48 is a steel-bodied, eight-passenger wagon that was turned into a street rod by a previous owner. It was owned by Sanderson Ford and displayed in their museum for 25 years according to the selling dealer, who acquired the car in 2024. It is powered by a 302ci HO V8 equipped with SVO aluminum cylinder heads, an Edelbrock intake manifold, a Holley four-barrel carburetor, and an H-pipe dual exhaust system. The engine is linked to a three-speed automatic transmission and a Ford 8″ rear end, and the car has a 4″ drop axle up front along with front disc brakes and 15″ Torq Thrust II wheels. The body sits atop a boxed frame and the tan interior features three-row seating with leather upholstery, square-weave carpeting, VDO instrumentation, and a Lokar floor shifter. This modified Woodie wagon is now offered in Florida with an Arizona title.
The steel bodywork is finished in yellow, with wood-frame and -panel construction from the windshield back. The center-hinged hood has vented side panels, and additional details include reverse-opening rear doors, swan neck mirrors, tinted windows, yellow-striped chrome bumper blades, black rubber running board treads with bright trim, and a lift-up hatch over a drop-down tailgate. The selling dealer states that paint correction, polish, and wax were performed in preparation for the sale.
American Racing 15″ Torq Thrust II wheels are mounted with 205/60 front and 255/70 rear BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires. The front rolls on a 4″ drop axle with a transverse leaf spring, hydraulic shocks, and vented disc brakes, while a transverse leaf spring, shocks, and drums are employed out back.
The cabin features three-row seating withfront and rear bench seats and middle-row captain’s chairs trimmed in tan leather, and matching treatments cover the shifter and brake-handle boots. Color-coordinated square-weave carpeting and mats overlay the floorboards, and the door and rear side panels are lined with wood. Additional interior features include a wood slat ceiling, roll-down front side windows, a VDO analog clock, and a Lokar floor shifter with a cue-ball knob.
The banjo-style steering wheel is wrapped in black leather and mounted on a tilting column. VDO Cockpit Royale instrumentation consists of a 120-mph speedometer flanked by voltage, coolant-temperature, oil-pressure, and fuel-level gauges. The digital odometer shows 2k miles, approximately 100 of which were added under current ownership. True mileage is unknown.
The 302ci HO V8 is equipped with SVO aluminum cylinder heads, an Edelbrock Performer RPM intake manifold, and a Holley Street Avenger four-barrel carburetor with an oval open-element air cleaner as well as an MSD billet distributor, surf-themed valve and air-cleaner covers, billet wire looms, and cast iron exhaust manifolds flowing into an H-pipe dual exhaust system with Flowmaster mufflers and over-the-axle tailpipes. The selling dealer states that the battery was recently replaced.
The body sits atop a boxed frame and power is sent to the rear wheels by way of a C4 three-speed automatic transmission and a Ford 8″ rear end.
This 1932 Chevrolet Confederate Coach was the subject of a multi-year build at Wadson’s Hot Rods of Edmonton, Alberta, and it is powered by an 8.0-liter Viper V10 linked to a Tremec T56 six-speed manual transmission and a Currie 9” rear end. The steel bodywork is finished in a custom metallic purple with airbrushed snake graphics, and it rides on a stretched frame with a Total Cost Involved independent front assembly, a four-link rear setup, and adjustable coilovers. Two-tone leather upholstery covers the interior, which features power windows, a concealed sound system, and Dakota Digital gauges. Other highlights include a custom air scoop, rear-hinged doors, Billet Specialties 15” wheels, rack-and-pinion steering, and Wilwood disc brakes. This Chevrolet street rod has received numerous awards since its completion and is now offered in Canada with build records and Alberta registration listing the car as a 2006 model.
The wood framing was replaced with steel during the build, the roof was filled in, and the frame was extended by 8” and boxed. The doors were shaved and mounted to concealed rear hinges, the rear wheel wells were tubbed, and a custom-fabricated hood was installed before the car was painted custom metallic dark purple.
Hand-applied snake graphics wrap around the bodywork.
Details include a dual-inlet air scoop, a stainless-steel grille insert, curved front bumperettes, flush-mounted taillights, and rectangular exhaust outlets.
Billet Specialties 15” wheels are wrapped in 165-series Woosung SB-802 tires up front and 31×15.50″ Mickey Thompson rubber out back.
The suspension incorporates a Total Cost Involved independent front assembly with rack-and-pinion steering, a four-link rear setup with a Panhard bar, and adjustable coilovers all around. Braking is handled by four-wheel discs with Wilwood calipers.
The cabin is trimmed in beige and purple leather, and the bucket seats are accented with Viper-logo embroidery. Power windows and billet door handles have been added, and the Pioneer CD head unit is concealed in the glove compartment.
The steering wheel is mounted to a Billet Specialties tilt column and fronts Dakota Digital GPS instrumentation. The odometer is not connected, and the seller estimates that the car has been driven 250 miles since the build was completed.
The 8.0-liter Viper V10 crate engine is equipped with custom-fabricated exhaust headers, and the valve covers were refinished in black.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a Tremec T56 six-speed manual transmission and a Currie 9” rear end. The frame has been powder-coated.
A build summary and records are displayed in the gallery.
The car has received numerous awards since its completion, and they can also be viewed in the gallery.
A removed chassis plate will accompany the car along with manufacturer’s literature.
The car is registered as a 2006 “ubuilt” using the assigned VIN 2AT6062126U301639. The vehicle is being sold on its registration, which serves as the ownership document in Alberta.
We’ve visited theHot Wheels Legends Tour several times when it has passed through Phoenix, but the tour is not just for North America. On August 23 and 24, 2025, the Hot Wheels Legends Tour UK was at the Gravity Car Show in Birmingham to crown a new king.
Of course, someone else already wears a different sort of crown, and we don’t want to arouse the legal team for offending Family Windsor’s sensibilities, but this coronation has more resonance with us Yanks. This is how it went down: Entries started being accepted on May 28; the entry period ended on our Independence Day (huzzah!). Nineteen days later, two finalists were announced. Fans got a chance to name a third one on August 4. All three competed at the Gravity Car Show. One winner was selected. The new king? A 1982 “E21” BMW 3 Series.
If something looks strange yet familiar about this car, you’re not the only one to think that: This vehicle’s single headlights mean it’s a 315 or 316, models which were never imported to the U.S. But if you think about it, those give it a look similar to the 2002 precursor with which we’re familiar. After Paul and Ethan Foster finished their 14-year build, it took on a look more akin to a Group 2 racer.
Image courtesy of Hot Wheels
“It’s amazing to win the Hot Wheels Legends Tour UK. Built together with my son Ethan, it’s part of our family and we’ll never sell it. We’ve both been huge Hot Wheels fans since we were kids. I just can’t believe it,” says Paul Foster. “Representing the UK at the next round of the competition is so exciting. Thank you to everyone for the support.”
Here’s how Hot Wheels has described the build: Paul Foster’s 1982 BMW E21 3-Series combines aggressive Group 2 styling with bespoke engineering in a true life-size Hot Wheels car. The 345/35/15 rear tires, fiberglass wide-arch kit, alloy diffuser and deep front splitter give it a muscular stance, while the race livery featuring violet, red and blue accents, is a nod to 80s and 90s BMW touring cars. An original Group 5 rear wing, now with a carbon blade, adds downforce and drama in equal measure, whilst under the bonnet sits a 420 bhp 5.0-liter Rover V8 with twin Jenvey throttle bodies. Other performance features include flame spitting side pipes, DTM Getrag gearbox and Quaife LSD whilst GAZ coilovers and uprated Willwood brakes ensure it handles as well as its looks.
Hot Wheels designer Charlie Angulo, together with judges Nicola Hume, Jordan Clarke, and influencer Mat Armstrong, scored each entry based on design, authenticity, and garage spirit criteria.
So, what’s next for the Bimmer? It will head to the European final on September 20, a virtual regional competition that includes the Middle East, Latin America, and the U.S. One winner will be selected from each region to compete at the Global Grand Finale, where the winner will be inducted into the Hot Wheels Garage of Legends.
Adds Ted Wu, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Design for Vehicles and Building Sets at Mattel, “This year, the UK once again delivered a lineup of jaw-dropping contenders, each brimming with raw garage spirit, authenticity and the kind of imagination that Hot Wheels enthusiasts crave.”
Designed by Travis Kelce, the Kelce Car Jam 2025, will be hosted on Friday, September 26, 2025, at 2715 Rochester Avenue Kansas City, MO 64120. The Kelce Car Jame is a ‘party with a purpose’ to help raise awareness and funds for his 87 & running foundation. Come hang with us at Knuckleheads for a […]
All Jeep makes is SUVs (with the exception of the Gladiator midsize truck). But following the 2023 model year, Jeep stopped offering the Cherokee, its entry in the popular midsize segment. After months of building anticipation for the next-generation model, Jeep finally revealed the 2026 Cherokee at an event in the New York borough of Brooklyn. Not only is it all-new, but it also marks a first in Jeep history: hybrid power.
You might be thinking, Isn’t the Wrangler 4xe a hybrid? Yes it is, but it’s a plug-in hybrid with a turbo 2.0-liter I4 and a battery pack that enables it to be driven on all-electric power for short distances. The 2026 Jeep Cherokee’s hybrid system consists of a new 1.6-liter turbo four-cylinder coupled with two electric motors and a battery. Total output is 210 horsepower and 230 lb-ft. Although the new hybrid powertrain doesn’t provide a gas-free driving range like the 4xe setup, it can return an estimated 37 mpg (combined) and squeeze more than 500 miles out of a tank of gas, according to Stellantis.
2026 Jeep Cherokee Overland
If the new Cherokee looks a little boxier and more upright, that’s because it is. According to Stellantis, “The 2026 Cherokee is longer, taller, and wider than the previous Cherokee with sharp edges to recall beloved Cherokee models from yesteryear.” Unofficial translation: Jeep wanted it to look more like the beloved 1984-2001 XJ Cherokee.
2026 Jeep Cherokee Limited interior in Global Black2026 Jeep Cherokee Overland interior in Arctic
The default interior color scheme is Global Black, but Arctic white is available on the Laredo, Limited, and Overland models. A new rotary gear selector frees up space for small items up front; at the back, the new Cherokee has 30 percent more cargo capacity for gear or luggage than its predecessor.
2026 Jeep Cherokee Limited
Power reaches the trail through the Jeep Active Drive I 4×4 system while Selec-Terrain works out traction management according to which mode—Auto, Sport, Snow, or Sand/Mud—is engaged. Eight inches of ground clearance, an approach angle of 19.6 degrees, a breakover angle of 18.8 degrees, and a departure angle of 29.4 degrees should get the Cherokee back on paved roads, where the rear-axle disconnect function helps maximize fuel economy.
2026 Jeep Cherokee
Prices for the 2026 Jeep Cherokee start at $36,995 (which includes a $1,995 destination charge) for the base model and increase to $39,995 for the Laredo, $42,495 for the Limited, and $45,995 for the Overland. As of right now, there’s no word on a Trailhawk or similar variant, but that’s probably not far off. All 2026 Cherokee models get standard equipment that includes a 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster, Uconnect 5 infotainment with a 12.3-inch screen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and rain-sensing wipers. Also on that list are automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist identification, Intersection Collision Assist, Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path detection, and the Active Driving Assist system (Level 2 driver assistance system with adaptive cruise control), among other features. The Connect One connected services bundle contains 10 years of over-the-air updates, a Jeep smartphone app, and more.
Expect to see the 2026 Cherokee Limited and Overland models on dealership lots late this year; base models and Laredos will show up in early 2026. You’ll find The ClassicCars.com Journal getting some dirt on one as part of a review as soon as we can.
The AutoHunter Spotlight for today is a 2004 BMW Z4 3.0i roadster that has only covered 23,300 miles from new and is being offered by a private seller in Miami. The auctionends on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. (PDT).
I am writing about this car as I have actually owned a 2005 BMW Z4 3.0i roadster. I bought the car just after the Amelia Island Concours in 2020, just before the spike in prices we saw later that year. My wife Ann had actually seen it parked in our neighborhood with a “For Sale” sign on it and told me I should go see it. It was the same color combination as the car featured on AutoHunter, but it had higher mileage and a manual transmission.
That Z4 was such an improvement dynamically and comfort-wise over my old Z3, it was simply in another category altogether. The chassis is simply incredible, and the performance from the 3.0-liter M54 engine is fantastic. Sure, the M version of the Z4 is faster, but I found the standard car’s powertrain performance perfect. I put around 15,000 miles on my Z4 and then sold it in 2023 to a friend in Pennsylvania who continues to enjoy it.
As far as running costs, there was only one non-regular service item I needed to do on the Z4: replace the oil filter housing seal. Not an expensive repair! Beyond that, all I ever did was regular oil changes. These are truly amazing cars that are both reliable and incredibly fun to drive. A good example of an E85/86 Z4 is a car that you can drive for years without any real issues . . . and have a lot of fun doing it.
This Z4 is painted in Titanium Silver Metallic and features a black power convertible top over a black leather interior. This low-mileage German roadster is offered by the seller with a CARFAX report and a rebuilt title. The details on the title cite water damage, but I looked everywhere in the provided photos of this car and could not find any evidence of this. The interior is in terrific shape with no evidence of ever getting wet; even the underside of the car looks excellent. I am guessing some of the ECUs got wet and the cost to replace them caused the title issues. That being said, this BMW really does look to be an excellent example of a first-generation Z4.
The exterior pictures show a car that looks like it has never had any issues as well. The paint looks original and in great condition. There is some slight curb damage on one of the wheels, but that is all I found.
The interior leather, carpets, door cards and such also all look to be in great condition. I doubt the interior of this car ever suffered getting wet due to the flood damage claim, unless they replaced literally everything. This well-optioned car includes BMW’s high-end sound system, which has to be heard to be believed, one of the best sound systems I have ever experienced in a roadster.
Yes, this car is equipped with a five-speed automatic transmission, but it really does not dull performance. While it doesn’t offer the same amount of interaction of the six-speed manual, it makes getting stuck in stop-and-go traffic much more stress-free. Even the automatic transmissions, when powering the M54 engines, offer strong performance and are nothing like the automatic-equipped Z3s.
The engine compartment is more of the same, being very clean, again with no signs of flood damage. You will notice some orange film on some of the bodywork under the hood, but this is the sealant BMW used on these parts of the body and is not rust.
There is one caveat about the Z4, especially when comparing it to a classic car like a Jaguar E-Type or Austin-Healey 3000: it does everything those cars do, only better. Again, I say that as someone who has spent a lot of time in these cars. The Z4 offers the great open-air driving experience of a classic roadster, has a fantastic view over the hood, and has a terrific engine sound and exhaust note. It also offers very comfortable seats, a top that does not leak, air conditioning, and reliability that a Jaguar or Healey could only dream about, even when new. Once you are spoiled by a Z4, you might not want to go back to your old roadster.
I also like that this Z4 still includes its full set of manuals and factory tool kit, as these somehow get lost over time. What are the risks with a car like this? I would go contact the owner and get an inspection done by a qualified BMW mechanic. If they give the car a clean bill of health, bid on it. If you win, you will have a terrific Z4 at what will likely be a bargain price.
If you are interested, I would do bid quickly (yes, you do have time), as the auction for this 2004 BMW Z3 3.0i ends on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. (PDT).
There’s a certain charm about disposable cars. The vehicles that were once common and subsequently junked clearly never received love, so there’s a certain irony in loving something that has managed to survive the travails of ownership. Our Pick of the Day is one of the unloved, only to later realize the potential for love was always there. This 1974 Mercury Montego MX Brougham four-door sedan is listed on ClassicCars.com by a dealership in Saugatuck, Michigan.
The Mercury Montego can trace its origins to 1968. While the base model was the Comet, the upward steps in trim level were the Montego and Montego MX, plus the Cyclone. For 1969, Mercury added a Montego MX Brougham at the top, while the Comet had its final year as an intermediate. One redesign in 1970 was followed by another for 1972, with a federalized front bumper appearing in 1973 and the same for the rear in 1974.
The lineup was represented by the Montego, Montego MX, and Montego Brougham. Gone was the sporty Montego GT fastback, which was replaced by the Sports Appearance Group. Available on the Montego and Montego MX two-door hardtop, the package included the nonfunctional scooped hood from the GT, black-painted hub caps and trim rings, dual racing mirrors, lower-body paint and striping, wide-oval tires, a black-out rear panel, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a tachometer and other gauges, and bright pedal pads.
For the upscale Montego MX Brougham, one could specify the Custom Trim Option, which brought a “tone of high elegance” thanks to Twin Comfort Lounge Seats with Arden velour inserts, 25-ounce cut-pile carpeting, a visor vanity mirror, door pull assist straps, and a distinctive steering wheel. For the ultimate in personal luxury, you could veer away from the Montego portfolio and go with the Cougar, which was now a newly full-fledged member of the intermediate class, though featuring a slightly different front end than the one on the Montego.
Engine choices were familiar. Standard was a 302-2V paired with a three-speed manual, with a 351-2V, 351-4V, 400-2V, and 460-4V all requiring an automatic transmission. The 351-4V, sometimes called the 351 Cobra Jet, would have its final year, the last time a mid-size Ford offered an engine with any semblance of performance.
This Gold Glamour metallic 1974 Mercury Montego MX Brougham four-door sedan is quite unusual as it managed to avoid being unloved. In fact, it experienced the exact opposite, as evidenced by 10,628 miles on the odometer. True survivor? That’s what the seller claims and, considering it has its original paint and tires, there’s a good chance that this is indisputable. Dealer-applied undercoating certainly helps, especially considering its original Battle Creek, Michigan digs. Options include the 351-2V, a gold vinyl roof, radial tires, power steering and disc brakes, a clock, air conditioning, a rear defroster, the Appearance Protection Group, tinted glass, a driver-side remote mirror, and body-side moldings. The seller has serviced the fuel system, changed the oil, and brought the car back to life after purchasing it from the original family.
Some people will claim certain cars are disposable for a reason. We are lesser as a people due to the extinction of the dodo bird and the Tasmanian tiger, so isn’t it fair to think the same for certain cars? We have to send thanks to the original owners and especially the planets, which have aligned themselves to preserve the existence of this Mercury. For $17,900, would you become the caretaker of this indisposable vehicle?
