The joy of driving didn’t become a thing in America until GIs returned from post-World War II Europe with strange vehicles from England and Italy. Detroit took note of this and developed the 1953 Corvette, a half-baked attempt that finally began to fulfill its objective two years later.
Below you’ll find four vehicles currently for sale on AutoHunter that are modern takes on gran turismos, luxurious grand tourers designed for high-speed, long-distance driving. Can you identify them? Post your answers in the Comments section below, including model year, make, and model. Having trouble identifying a car? You can click on an image for a quick cheat.
Currently listed on AutoHunter is this 5,142-mile 2021 Bentley Continental GTC, one of 1,972 built. Power comes from a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Features include active all-wheel drive, special Mulliner Driving Specification, adjustable suspension, a suite of driver assistance features, and much more. Painted in Dark Sapphire Metallic with a blue top over a Camel leather interior, this gran turismo convertible comes from the selling dealer with a Bentley jump box, wind deflector, an umbrella, a clean CARFAX, and a clear title.
The Dark Sapphire Metallic paint is nicely complemented by lower-body chrome trim. Of course, the blue soft top is power-operated and includes a tonneau cover. Also note the jewel-like headlights with 55 individual LED lights each. Other features include a pair of twin exhaust pipes and dual power-adjustable side mirrors. A set of 22-inch Open Spoke Alloy wheels is wrapped in staggered-width Pirelli P Zero radials—275/35 front, 315/30 rear.
The Camel leather upholstery includes power-adjustable bucket seats with the Front Seat Comfort package. Other interior features include Burr Walnut trim, adaptive cruise control, a heated steering wheel, wireless charging, a 12.3-inch high-resolution touchscreen with a 360-degree camera view, and much more.
The instrument panel consists of a 220-mph speedometer, an 8,000-rpm tachometer, gauges for the fuel and water temperature, and a GPS display. A rotating display on the center portion of the dashboard includes a thermometer, compass, and stopwatch. The odometer shows 5,142 miles, which is in line with the CARFAX reading from January of this year.
Under the hood, you’ll find a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 putting out 542 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque. All that is deployed by an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic.
The undercarriage features an Active All-Wheel Drive system, adjustable suspension, and power four-wheel disc brakes.
It has been said that it is good to be the king. This 2021 Bentley Continental GTC is a convertible that treats you like one with its copious power and lushly trimmed interior, the latter part of the deluxe Mulliner Driving Specification. Coronation is approaching, so place your bid on this drop-top chariot because the auction ends on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. (PDT).
Though there is some argument about it, for most people the Pontiac GTO introduced the world to the idea of muscle cars. At this point, it is a legend, and every generation of the GTO is desirable in its own right.
What Pontiac did extremely well, and probably better than any other manufacturer, was to modify and change the GTO to respond to the changing needs and expectations of buyers. What started out as basically an option package for a GM intermediate-class car, the Pontiac LeMans, evolved into a vehicle that was not just an option package, but its own model.
In 1968 the GTO received a complete redesign with much more streamlined styling, incorporating a sort of fastback-style rear window. Pontiac also redesigned the front bumper in the body color, which was made out of a plastic called Endura. You could still get a GTO with a chrome front bumper if you wished, but the body-colored bumper, along with the dual hood scoops, are to me what makes this generation of GTO super cool-looking and very 1970s aggressive.
The seller describes this 1970 GTO as a “gorgeous restored” example painted in its factory color of Polar White with a basecoat/clearcoat process. The seller goes on to say that the second owner had it for 25 years and that they are the third owner.
The car was restored five years ago and has been garaged ever since. In the comprehensive description, the seller reports that at the time it was restored, new weatherstripping and window felts were installed. The car is said to still have all its original Soft Ray tinted glass, with the side and back glass in excellent condition. The seller also states the stainless steel around the original front and rear windows is in great shape, and the photos appear to support that. In addition, the car received new side-view mirrors, while the door handles are original and look great. Importantly, the original front Endura nose and grilles are also in excellent condition, as these can often suffer over the years. The car retains its original headlight bezels and parking lights, as well as its original wheel well and rocker moldings, all of which look outstanding. The seller also states that the car’s original rear bumper has been rechromed.
This GTO’s interior is also in extremely good condition, having been completely redone (apart from the original dash) by Legendary Auto Interiors during the restoration. This included the factory-correct red bucket seats, sail panels, deluxe package shelf, headliner, front and rear door panels, armrests and bases. The instrument cluster, which currently shows 72,000 documented miles, is original. The car does feature an upgraded Alpine AM/FM stereo with Bluetooth, happily hidden in the glovebox. A quad set of gauges and tach are mounted under the dash. The car has a deluxe steering wheel (with all three horn buttons working) and deluxe seat belts with shoulder belts front and rear, as well as new carpet, deluxe Pontiac floor mats, and new sill plates.
Under the hood of this GTO is a professionally rebuilt and blueprinted, correct Pontiac YS-code 400ci V8 with less than 5,000 actual miles. It has been bored out to 407ci and produces 444 documented horsepower. Other mechanical upgrades include an Edelbrock aluminum four-barrel intake, Demon four-barrel carb, chrome valve covers and breather, K&N filters, full MSD ignition with billet distributor, RPM red line governor chip, heavy-duty radiator with correct shroud and fan, a set of ceramic coated Hooker long-tube headers into a 2.5-inch dual MagnaFlow exhaust that exits out the back with correct tips, and power front disc brakes. What I really like most about the modifications is how understated they look when you peek under the hood.
The awesome power of this engine is carried to the rear wheels by a professionally rebuilt, smooth-shifting 400 transmission with a 2800 converter. The car also features an F41 suspension package with a larger front sway bar, rear sway bar, and boxed control arms. It has brand-new inner fender seals, adjustable shocks, springs, ball joints, and bushings, factory Safe-T-Track rear with 3.55 gears (updated with an Auburn posi unit), and a new fuel tank and sending unit. The car rides on a set of factory Rallye II wheels with correct PMD center caps and black dot lug nuts, 235/60 all around.
This truly looks to be an exceptional example of a 1970 GTO, with all the mods you would want to work well in today’s world. I don’t think I would change a thing on it. For me, this would be an awesome choice for a tour or vintage rally car. I say “tour,” as I would enter this car into something like the Copperstate 1000 and proudly represent the muscle car community at that event, which is primarily comprised of sports cars. I would guess this car is quite a bit quicker than the European sports cars on that rally and, without question, more reliable. Personally, I would gladly take home this GTO and park it in my garage.
You probably want to know what all this awesomeness is going to cost you. Well, the asking price for this 1970 Pontiac GTO is only $54,500. If that seems steep, you are nuts, as this car has way more than that invested into the restoration. In my opinion, it looks like a great value for an iconic muscle car that’s been restored this nicely.
If 1970 is the high-water mark for American muscle, then this 1970 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler must be the ultimate. Arguable? Sure, so pull up a chair and listen as we make a case for this 1970 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler being the most desirable Cyclone ever built. You will be able to purchase this low-mileage vehicle with No Reserve at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction October 15-18 at WestWorld.
Let’s start with the obvious: this is a 1970 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler SCJ, one of 1,631 built. The Spoiler was the top model among three Cyclones that included the base Cyclone and the upmarket Cyclone GT. All Spoilers were powered by the 429 Cobra Jet with ram air and a choice of four-speed or automatic. Note the unique stripes and spoilers, all of which were not available on other Cyclone models.
This car has something that sets it apart from most other Cyclone Spoilers: the Drag Pak, making it one of 341. Mathematically, 429 Cobra Jet + Drag Pak = Super Cobra Jet, which means this 429 received several heavy-duty tweaks to protect it from the rigors of racing. The Drag Pak also added 3.91 or 4.30 gears, the latter of which was specified for this particular vehicle.
Then there’s the special-order color. Cyclone Spoilers were available with a limited selection of colors: Competition Blue, Competition Green, Competition Yellow, Competition Orange, Competition Gold, and Pastel Blue. According to Marti Auto Works, only 31 folks decided they didn’t want any of those colors, instead opting for some other hue. How many of the 31 were black, no one knows, but few will disagree black helps this Spoiler become the ultimate Cyclone.
Take a peek inside and you’ll note this Spoiler has a four-speed manual with console. Glance at the odometer and your eyes will open wide at the 4,459 actual miles. It’s like this car can’t get better than it already is, yet it does—check out the “Day 2” equipment that’s been on this vehicle for decades, such as the American Racing 200S wheels mounted on Goodyear Arriva tires, the huge Holley R-4575-AAA 1150-cfm carburetor on a Shelby aluminum intake manifold, the set of eight Sun gauges mounted on the dashboard, and the Craig Powerplay 50-watt stereo amp with 8-track.
There’s even more desirable options to highlight, such as the hidden headlights and AM/FM radio, but those are regular in comparison. Seriously, what more could you want? This car has it all! If you’re a big Cyclone fan or you simply want the best of the best for your muscle car collection, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity. October 15-18, this 1970 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler SCJ will be available for bidding at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction, so you have a little time left to practice raising your arm for bidding and dancing a jig after winning.
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ClassicCars TV was lucky to spot a 1962 Maserati 3500GTI, one of only 441 fuel-injected 3500GTIs produced between 1961 and 1964, at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Palm Beach Auction. The 3500GT/GTI series was important to Maserati because it was the first series of road cars that the Italian company built in large numbers.
Clearly, this 3500GTI was also important to a previous owner because it received a variety of updates, including fresh paint, new leather upholstery, an overhaul of the racing-derived 3.5-liter straight-6, and a new fuel injection system. One determined bidder took this restored piece of Italian car history home with the winning bid of $187,000.
The Chevrolet Camaro has been discontinued, so remaining low-mileage examples are bound to be future collector items. Featured on AutoHunter is this 2023 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Coupe. It is being sold by a dealer in St. Louis, Missouri, and the auction will end Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 11:45 a.m. (PDT).
The most recent (sixth-generation) Camaro was introduced at Belle Isle in Detroit in May 2015 for the 2016 model year (here is a YouTube video that documented the in-person reveal). The car was met with acclaim in the automotive press, receiving recognition as a Car and Driver “10 Best” for several subsequent years. About eight years later, the General Motors Newsroom announced that the Camaro nameplate would formally retire at the conclusion of model year 2024. Scott Bell, Vice President of Global Chevrolet, said, “While we are not announcing an immediate successor today, rest assured, this is not the end of Camaro’s story.”
Enthusiasts are eager to hear what Chevrolet’s future plans for the Camaro will be, and there is increased appreciation for low-mileage examples like this one with only 2,728 miles on the odometer. The window sticker indicates that the car was originally delivered to Capitol Chevrolet in Austin, Texas, and had a total retail price of $50,470. That price tag included the options installed by the manufacturer, namely a 10-speed automatic transmission, remote start, power sunroof, dual-mode performance exhaust system, red-finished brake calipers, and the Adrenaline Red interior package.
Speaking of the cockpit, in my opinion that’s where this Camaro really stands out. The two-tone black and red color combinations is elegant and sporty at the same time, and the car came well-equipped for its time. Features include carbon-fiber trim, an “Infotainment 3 Plus” touchscreen, Bose Premium nine-speaker audio system, wireless charging, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Sports car looks are best accompanied by plentiful power, and the Camaro delivers: momentum comes from an LT1 6.2-liter V8 mated to a 10L80 10-speed automatic transmission and a limited-slip differential. Chevrolet rated the car at 455 horsepower and 455 lb-ft of torque when new. One important note worth taking into consideration: according to the CARFAX report, the car carries a rebuilt/salvage title. While details surrounding the classification are not provided, it does go without saying that interested buyers are encouraged to do their due diligence with respect to the car’s condition. If history holds true, it may sell at a discount compared to its clean-title counterparts. It’s a unique opportunity to own a well-equipped, low-mileage Camaro.
Speaking of which, whenever I see a Camaro pop up in the marketplace, I can’t help but remember my fun Q&A session from almost a year ago with Leonard Stevenson, the man who’s owned 11 Camaros. Maybe he’d be interested in adding another to his collection?
The Willys MB was immortalized as one of the heroes of World War II for its ruggedness. According to Jeep, “General George C. Marshall, U.S. Army Chief of Staff during World War II, and later U.S. Secretary of State, described the Jeep Brand 4×4 as ‘America’s greatest contribution to modern warfare.’” But another Jeep—one of which happens to be our Pick of the Day—played an important role after the war. You can find this 1948 Willys-Overland Jeep CJ-2A listed on ClassicCars.com by a dealership in Grass Valley, California.
In the postwar years, it became clear to Willys-Overland that millions of American farmers didn’t have a truck or a tractor. Using the wartime MB as a starting point (and after developing the CJ-1 and CJ-2 pre-production models), the company introduced the 1945 CJ-2A to fill that massive void. Also known as the “Universal,” the CJ-2A was marketed as “The All-Around Farm Work-Horse,” capable of working long hours at low speeds without overheating. Kaiser Willys Auto Supply states that Willys-Overland offered a variety of options on the CJ-2A, including front and rear PTOs (power take-offs), snow plow, and mower disc.
Despite its focus on utility, the CJ-2A was still more consumer-friendly than the warrior MB and hence came equipped with “better shock absorbers, springs and more comfortable seats for added comfort, revised transmission and transfer case gear ratios allowing low-speed hauling and highway speeds as high as 60 mph, beefier clutch, better cooling, a tailgate, side-mounted spare tire, larger 7-inch headlights, an external fuel cap, a reinforced frame for greater rigidity, and an automatic windshield wiper on the driver’s side,” according to Jeep.
It’s unclear if this particular 1948 CJ-2A put in long, tough hours on a farm, but we do know it underwent a five-year, nut-and-bolt restoration 123 miles ago. The simple, no-nonsense exterior, which includes Jeep’s iconic seven-slot grille, a pair of flat front fenders, and a doorless and roofless body, is covered in fresh orange paint. The black steel wheels are wrapped in bias-ply tires, which look ready to go churn up some mud. Although the passenger area is devoid of carpet and a radio, it does have a rear bench seat and a surprisingly extensive set of gauges that includes readouts for the amps, oil pressure, and temperature.
There are also helpful diagrams that show the shift pattern for the three-speed manual gearbox and how to engage the transfer case’s low and high gears. Both are connected to a “Go Devil” 134ci inline-four that was rebuilt during the restoration process.
Whether you want to tend to your livestock or see wild animals during leisurely off-road adventures, this 1948 Willys-Overland CJ-2A can help you do it for years to come. Its second life of work or play with you starts once you pay the $20,900 asking price.
Remember when Nissan applied the Pathfinder name to a unibody crossover for 2013? It was like Nissan was watching Dodge introduce a four-door Charger and thought, “Let’s also do something that makes no sense!” So, will Nissan exhibit more common sense with the reintroduction of the Xterra for 2028?
Yup, you’re reading that right—according to Bloomberg, Nissan Americas chairman Christian Meunier has confirmed that the Xterra will be returning for 2028 and will be built at Nissan’s Canton, Mississippi plant. “The dealers are super excited about it because it’s going to be a great example of Nissan coming back,” Meunier told Bloomberg. Wasn’t the Z supposed to do that?
2001 Nissan Xterra (Image courtesy of Wikipedia)
Nonetheless, the rumors have been around for several months already. Automotive News reported this past August that a supposed 2028 Xterra vehicle would rely on a hybrid V6 powertrain.
Car and Driver approached Nissan for a statement and received this: “We are considering the revival of the Xterra nameplate as a hybrid SUV, with a potential launch in 2028. Production is being evaluated for our Canton, Mississippi facility. The return of Xterra would represent a strategic move to strengthen our position in the mid-size off-road SUV segment.” Car and Driver adds that the Xterra has been substituted in the place of a planned EV SUV.
2018 Nissan Xterra (Image courtesy of Nissan)
Nissan has already commenced with plans to release 20 new and updated models for America and its northern neighbor through the spring of 2027—now we can say at least 21 models through 2028. If you look at Nissan’s current SUV portfolio, note that it leans heavily towards crossovers, so we’re betting that the Xterra will most certainly be the “Comeback Kid” that Nissan fans are hoping for.
Lexus isn’t the only luxury automaker creating lifestyle-focused custom builds. Bentley recently partnered with Danish food and beverage brand Joe & The Juice to create a custom Bentayga with an onboard coffee shop.
Bentley says the one-off was “designed for intimate events that bring communities together” and “can serve espressos in urban and cultural settings before swiftly moving on to its next destination. It transforms the Bentayga into the world’s most luxurious coffee experience, where cutting-edge design meets the perfect brew.”
The Bentley x Joe & The Juice Bentayga’s barista uniform is Bentley Green and Joe’s Signature Pink, accented with a combination of the two companies’ logos. In the cargo area, Bentley’s Mulliner bespoke division installed a setup with green leather panels and pink details that includes a grinder, espresso machine, and fridge. The whole station can be slid out to sling coffee and espresso at community events, then retracted so the Bentayga can move on to the next gathering.
People who attended the Bentley x Joe & The Juice Bentayga’s launch event at Duke of London in late September got the first taste of its caffeinated creations, but you may get a chance to try them in the future. The partnership between the two companies will fully launch next year, and the custom Bentayga will go on “an international tour of cultural, lifestyle and design events.” Where exactly will those be? Ask someone at Bentley after they’ve had coffee.
Right now on AutoHunter, you can find this 1955 Mercury Custom Station Wagon, which is powered by a Super-Torque 292ci V8 mated to a Merc-O-Matic three-speed automatic transmission. Finished in light and dark blue over a black plaid cloth and gray vinyl interior, this six-passenger wagon is now offered by the selling dealer in Oregon with a clear title.
The body and roof are finished in light blue, while the pillars are finished in dark blue. Exterior features include chrome bumpers, hood ornament, Full-Scope wrap-around windshield, bright trim, dual side mirrors, sliding rear side windows, lift-up rear window, tailgate, and dual exhaust outlets.
A set of 15-inch steel wheels with covers and 225/75 whitewall radials get passengers and/or cargo to their destinations.
Black plaid cloth and gray vinyl cover the first-row bench and second-row split bench seats, as well as the door panels. Cabin features include manual windows, power steering, AM radio, clock, under-dash Vintage Air Mark IV air conditioning system running R-134a, lap belts, under-seat storage areas and fold-down seatbacks in the second row, and spare tire under the rear cargo area floor.
Instrumentation consists of a 120-mph speedometer and amperage, fuel, oil pressure, and temperature gauges. The odometer shows 92,662 miles, but this vehicle is mileage-exempt, according to its title.
Under the hood is a Super-Torque 292ci V8 equipped with a four-barrel carburetor and paired with a Merc-O-Matic three-speed automatic transmission. Power drum brakes provide peace of mind on the way to family outings, car shows, and the hardware store.
If you want peace of mind knowing this 1955 Mercury Custom Station Wagon will be your next car, you need to place the winning bid on it. Do that now because the auction ends on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. (PDT).
