Last month, Jeep announced that it would mark its upcoming 85th anniversary with a celebration it calls “Twelve 4 Twelve.” As its numbers imply, a new Wrangler “buzz model” will be released on the 12th of every month for the next 12 months. November 12th brought the 470-horsepower Wrangler Moab 392. Now you’re looking at the second release, the 2026 Wrangler Whitecap.
1960 Jeep CJ-5, an inspiration for the Wrangler Whitecap.
Inspired by “the classic CJ-Universal and its iconic Arctic White top,” the Whitecap package is available on the Wrangler Sahara and Rubicon models, and adds:
Bright White painted grille with black slots
Bright White hood decal (Rubicon only)
Body-color fender flares
Bright White 1941 side stripe decal
Bright White painted hardtop
Optional: Sky One-Touch power top with Bright White accent
2017 Jeep Wrangler Chief Edition
It’s an attractive package, but it does bring to mind the Chief treatment for the JK Wrangler that Jeep rolled out for 2017.
If you want to place your order for a 2026 Jeep Wrangler Whitecap, you can do that now. Prices for the package start at $495 for the Rubicon X and go up to $2,690 for the Sahara (which includes the optional body-color hardtop) and $3,185 for the Rubicon (which comes with the optional body-color hardtop and body-color fender flares).
At the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction, we found a special vehicle: an Ermine White 1961 Chevrolet Corvette “fuelie” that spent 53 years with the same owner. In this video, we take a closer look at this unrestored, matching-numbers, fuel-injected C1 with its original 315-horsepower 283ci V8 as well as its factory-installed fuel injection unit, distributor, generator, BorgWarner T10 4-speed gearbox, and Positraction rear end. Of course, it’s still equipped with a Wonder Bar radio, stock wheels, and even the correct spare, jack, and tools. With ownership history dating back to 1964 and a story tied to Harry Tillman and his speed shop in Aston, Pennsylvania, this fuelie sold for $81,400.
The Ford Model T is possibly the most important car in the history of the automobile. It not only literally introduced the idea of the assembly line for car production but also was the first time a car was built with the idea it should be affordable for the masses. In addition, it was the catalyst for the adoption of the automobile as a primary form of transportation in America, and Ford sold millions of them. Today’s AutoHunter Spotlight is one of these cars, a 1926 Ford Model T. It is being sold by a private party in Scottsdale, Arizona, with the auction ending Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 12:45 p.m. (MST).
There are some interesting and little-known facts about the Model T. One is that it was conceived and designed in a secret third-floor room at the Ford Piquette Plant in Detroit by a small team that included both Edsel Ford and Henry Ford. Also, contrary to popular belief, when it was launched the T was available in red, green and blue, though by 1914, Ford transitioned to producing Model Ts exclusively in black, which started the legend that all Model T cars were only offered in one color. An additional tidbit is that Ford employees were required to sign a contract stating they had to buy a Model T as soon as they were able to afford one.
According to the seller, this Model T is powered by a correct 177ci inline-four mated to a two-speed planetary-gear transmission. Finished in burgundy and black with a black canvas retractable top over a gray cloth interior, this vintage roadster is now offered by a private party at no reserve with a build binder and clear title.
The seller states that this T has undergone a restoration, which has been documented. Work looks to have included the body, chassis and the interior. It looks like a car that has held up well since the restoration, which used all period-correct components, and the body has a nice worn-in look to it with no serious flaws.
The interior looks excellent, with the gray cloth upholstery with a burgundy pinstripe appearing to be quite well-installed and in excellent condition. Of course, there is not a floor shifter, as it states in the listing—unless you consider the gear pedals to be shifters (which I guess they are somewhat). The lever you can see on the steering wheel is actually the throttle.
Under the hood is the correct 177ci I4 Model T monoblock engine. It has a compression ratio of only 3.98 and is fed by a single-barrel carburetor, which gives it a mighty 20 horsepower. If you take into account the very small contact patch provided by 12-inch 4.40 front and 4.50 rear tires, combined with the high center of gravity of the Model T, 20 horsepower—in my experience, having driven a few—is more than adequate, and these cars are thrilling at their top speed of about 40 mph.
One of the most interesting things about the Model T is that, more than 100 years after they were built, they still have a very strong following and a large car club community. Even more interesting is that the Model T club is primarily focused on driving events. If you want a prewar car at an affordable price that you can have a lot of fun driving—and find out what cars were like in the early days—this Model T is the perfect entry to this community.
If this 1926 Ford Model T is of interest, you still have time to add it to your Christmas list and bid on it before the big day, as the auction for this 1926 Ford Model T ends Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 12:45 p.m. (MST).
When you’re a kid, ice cream is an occasional treat. But once you’re an adult, you can have a coneful of cookies and cream whenever you want (although your doctor may think otherwise). If you become the next owner of our Pick of the Day, you—and your friends, family, and even your whole block—can have the delightful dessert on demand. You can find this 1969 Ford F-250 Good Humor ice cream truck listed on ClassicCars.com by a dealer in Rogers, Minnesota.
Founded in 1920 in Youngstown, Ohio, Good Humor brought its ice cream creations to neighborhoods with an initial fleet of 12 freezer trucks. Kids and adults alike knew one was coming because the driver would ring a set of bells to announce his or her impending arrival. By the 1950s, that number had grown to more than 2,000, each one following a tight schedule, stopping at the same corners at the same time each day. According to Good Humor, “By 1960, each truck carried a menu of more than 85 treats, including creative ones like Banana Split bars and apple pie on a stick.” Through the decades, Good Humor switched truck flavors, going from Ford to Chevrolet and back to Ford. If you look at this page on the Good Humor website, you’ll see a Ford truck that looks an awful lot like the 1969 F-250 profiled here. Who knows? It may be this exact vehicle.
Unfortunately, a variety of factors made Good Humor decide to focus on distributing its products through grocery stores and retire its fleet of trucks in 1978. Some of those iconic vehicles were bought by distributors while others were purchased by individuals. In a 2021 article, Motor Trend estimated that less than 100 of them had survived.
Clearly, this is one of them, albeit it did benefit from a restoration. With the exception of the front end, everything was customized for ice cream delivery. The Hackney Brothers Body Company created the refrigerated rear compartment for housing frozen treats. Of course, this truck comes equipped with bells; there’s also a functional light bar on the roof to minimize the chances of people missing this truck’s arrival. If you look at certain photos in the gallery of the ad on ClassicCars.com, you’ll notice the driver-side door has been replaced with a solid panel—if the driver needs to exit the truck to pass out Original Ice Cream on a Stick Bars or Giant King Cones, (s)he just gets off the reupholstered black vinyl seat and walks through the opening and down the steps on the passenger side.
Despite starting as a work truck (with some sweet employee perks), this F-250 has some surprising features. Although there’s not a V8 under the hood, the one-barrel 240ci inline-six is connected to an automatic transmission. A closer look shows this truck not only has power brakes, but also power steering as well. In addition, the roof can be folded open to let in a breeze or closed to keep out the elements.
Even without its refrigerated section packed with sugary delights, this 1969 Ford F-250 Good Humor ice cream truck is appealing on multiple levels. For $109,995, you can buy a cherished part of your childhood, a cool collectible, a vehicle for your business or bed-and-breakfast, or a soon-to-be-popular addition to big family get-togethers.
Even here in Arizona, which feels like the surface of the sun most of the year, winter weather is kicking in. It’s a great excuse to wear sweaters and corduroys, drink hot chocolate, and get cozy on the couch and watch Christmas movies. Instead, some dedicated employees of one of England’s prestigious automakers went out into the cold of northern Sweden and set a new “Winter Lap Record” in the Bentley Flying Spur Speed.
The Drivecenter Arena circuit in Fällfors is only 100 miles from the Arctic Circle. The 2.05-mile track was recently covered in 12 inches of ice and snow, which just so happened to be the perfect environment for Bentley‘s attempt at the record. As the company puts it, the record “was inspired by a combination of previous events from Bentley’s history—the two Ice Speed Records captured by Bentley in 2007 and 2011, and the one-hour endurance record set by a Turbo R at Millbrook Proving Ground in the UK in 1986 where 140 mph was averaged around the banked bowl.”
Although Bentley chose the thoroughly modern Flying Spur Speed, which can unleash up to 771 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque from its 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8/electric motor combo, it spec’d the sedan in a retro way: just like the Turbo R in Bentley’s Heritage Collection, the Flying Spur Speed was finished in Brooklands Green with yellow pinstripes over a Linen and Cumbrian Green interior with Open Pore Walnut accents. Aside from a set of studded winter tires, it was completely stock.
By carefully and precisely wielding the Flying Spur’s power, torque-vectoring all-wheel drive, Bentley Performance Active Chassis with all-wheel steering, and limited-slip differential, Bentley’s driver was able to hit a top speed of 120 mph and lap the circuit in 2:58—the quickest time for any vehicle at the course under winter conditions. Something tells us the steering wheel and driver’s seat heaters were on the whole time.
With over 2,000 cars scheduled for the upcoming Barrett-Jackson 2026 Scottsdale Auction, it’s easy for eyes to glaze over the multitude of models. However, among the many, one car will stand out due to its hue: this 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T will cross the block during the January 17-25, 2026, auction.
Challenger R/Ts are desirable no matter what color. Introduced in the fall of 1969, the Challenger was the industry’s last pony car to appear in the market. It was available in six configurations: Challenger hardtop and convertible, Challenger R/T hardtop and convertible, Challenger SE hardtop, and Challenger R/T SE hardtop. The Challenger was the bread-and-butter version, available with the 225ci “Slant Six” up to a 330-horsepower 383. The Challenger R/T was the performance pony, a member of the Scat Pack that came standard with a 335-horse 383, with options that included two 440s and the 426 Hemi. The Challenger SE and R/T SE featured fancier trim inside and out.
In the case of this car, it was ordered with the 440 Six Pack, an engine that often rivals the Hemi in bench racing discussions, if not racing on the track. Identified with a V in the fifth character of the VIN, the Six Pack was rated at 390 horsepower and 490 ft-lbs of torque. This is an engine that sets off any vehicle in which it’s installed, but that’s not the most distinguishing feature of this vehicle—the color is. Known as “FJ6” Green Go, it is a hue that was introduced in the middle of the 1970 model year, a spring promotional color that happened to continue into the 1971 model year. Approximately 14 R/T hardtops were built in Green Go for the U.S. market (with a handful more for Canadian and export markets). While we aren’t privy to the fender tag or broadcast sheet at the moment, we do know that a 440 Six Pack Challenger R/T is no shrinking violet.
Other features to give you Dodge Fever include console-shifted TorqueFlite automatic, “V6X” black longitudinal side stripe, “V21” Performance Hood tape stripe, “W23” Styled Road Wheel, hood pins, and more. It’s one of many primo cars to choose from at the Barrett-Jackson 2026 Scottsdale Auction that will run January 17-25, 2026, at WestWorld. Click here to register as a bidder for the event or, if you want to run your car across the auction block, go here.
If your brain is fried after the workweek, I’ve got great news—it’s time for another installment of Car Connections! You won’t have to figure out how three words from the Random Word Generator can possibly be linked to cars in some way because I’ll do all the thinking for you.
This week’s words are prosper, occupation, and first. I have to admit that these aren’t the most exciting options, but that makes them a little more challenging, so I’ll give them a shot. Here goes!
Prosper: The first thing that comes to mind is the quote “Live long and prosper” from Mr. Spock in the original “Star Trek” TV series, which also starred William Shatner. I could just stop at Shatner’s former 2011 Porsche Panamera Turbo, but I’ll go a couple of steps further. Shatner worked with one of my favorite musicians, Ben Folds, in the short-lived group known as Fear of Pop in the late 1990s, and Folds was the producer of Shatner’s 2004 album “Has Been.” In 2014, Acura and ELS Studio Premium Audio from Panasonic sponsored Folds’ Live Performances Tour. Long story short: Acura.
First: “First is the worst . . .” Bratwurst. Bathurst. Australia. Peter Weir, who directed “The Cars That Ate Paris.” The trailer for that 1974 movie shows the flaming shell of a Jaguar 3.4 Sedan.
How would you associate these words with cars? Tell us in the Comments section below. And be sure to share your ideas for random words to use in a future installment of Car Connections.
Barrett-Jackson will kick off the year with a number of coveted classic American muscle cars set to cross the block during the 2026 Scottsdale Auction, Jan. 17-25 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. From freshly restored models to rare originals, the American muscle cars that will be featured include a 1970 Plymouth ’Cuda convertible (preview) that is one of 29 Six-Barrel ‘Cuda convertibles produced in 1970, as well as a 1966 Shelby GT350 (preview), one of only 252 examples of the 1965 model year with the 1966 model facelift.
“We’ll have over 2,000 highly coveted collectible vehicles crossing the block this January, including several premium American muscle cars that have been professionally rebuilt to maintain their originality,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “These muscle cars are icons of a past era that continue to have an enduring appeal to collectors worldwide. The 1970 Plymouth ’Cuda (preview), for example, is an exceptional find with its date-code-correct engine and 4-speed manual transmission. We also have several historically significant 1960s Shelbys, still powered by the original, matching-numbers drivetrain the Shelby American team installed over 60 years ago.”
Finished in Hi-Impact Lemon Twist Yellow, the restored 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda convertible (preview) is one of 29 Six-Barrel ‘Cuda convertibles produced in 1970 and one of 17 equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission. The interior features a wood-grain console, tachometer and an AM radio with an 8-track player. A 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS6 (preview) was restored to factory specifications during a professional three-year, fully documented restoration. It is finished in its factory-correct Tuxedo Black exterior over a Saddle interior and retains its original matching-numbers V8 engine with Chevrolet dealer-installed 4-speed manual transmission.
“Thirty years ago Barrett-Jackson recognized that the big-block American muscle cars of the 1960s and ’70s were going to be in demand by the next generation of collectors,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “Over the years, these American machines have become the crown jewels in collections worldwide. We’re proud to continue to roll some of the very best versions across the block this January. A 1968 Shelby GT500 (preview) on our docket is a great example of a concours-standard restoration that keeps these collectible vehicles looking like they just rolled off the assembly line.”
Classic Shelbys crossing the block in January include the 1966 Shelby GT350 (preview), which is powered by a matching-numbers V8 mated to a 4-speed manual transmission. Also crossing the block will be a 1967 Shelby GT500 (preview) powered by its original matching-numbers Police Interceptor V8 with a 4-speed manual transmission and a correct Ford 9-inch rear differential. The car retains factory power steering and front disc brakes, and the engine bay includes original hardware and fasteners consistent with its long-term preservation. The exterior is finished in its factory-applied Nightmist Blue paint and features the correct fiberglass hood with twin scoops, as well as original Shelby badging and trim, and all original fiberglass components are present. A 1966 Shelby GT350-H (preview) on the docket is powered by a V8 engine with original drivetrain. The recipient of a concours-level restoration completed in 2025, it received a Premier Award at SAAC-50 in Sonoma, California.
Two Ford Boss 429 Mustangs include a fully restored 1970 model (preview) finished in Calypso Coral with a black deluxe interior. It is powered by a matching-numbers Boss 429 V8 engine rated at 375 horsepower, backed by a 4-speed manual transmission. A Candy Apple Red 1969 version (preview) is one of 857 produced for the model year and is powered by its factory-original matching-numbers V8 rated at 375 horsepower. Discovered in 2023, it underwent a complete nut-and-bolt rotisserie restoration that was completed in 2025 after being stored for nearly 40 years.
Finished in Rally Red with a red vinyl interior, a 1967 Chevrolet Corvette 427 (preview) is powered by a rebuilt L71 engine paired to a 4-speed Muncie transmission. It is equipped with F41 suspension and retains both its NCRS-validated Tank ticker and Window Sticker. It has earned multiple major awards over its lifetime, including 12 NCRS Top Flight awards, Bloomington Gold certification and a Gold Spinner award. A 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 RS (preview) retains its factory configuration with the original radiator, flywheel, distributor, crankshaft pulley, water pump pulley, bellhousing, Hurst 4-speed shifter, intake manifold and carburetor.
A 1970 Plymouth AAR ’Cuda (preview) underwent a complete rotisserie restoration performed to concours standards. It is powered by its original matching-numbers 340 Six-Barrel T/A engine paired with a 4-speed close-ratio manual transmission. It is finished in its original Ivy Green Metallic exterior with a matching Ivy Green bucket-seat interior and comes with two original Broadcast Sheets, as well as a photo album showing casting numbers and stampings. A 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A (preview) is a factory FM3 Panther Pink example retaining its original fender and VIN tags. It is powered by a freshly rebuilt 340-cubic-inch Six-Pack T/A engine mated to a rebuilt 727 automatic transmission with power steering, power front disc brakes, Rallye gauges, a center console, black bucket seats and new carpeting installed during the restoration.
Click here to view the 2026 Scottsdale Auction Select Preview and browse hundreds of featured collectible vehicles.
On Friday, Jan. 16, country music superstar Cole Swindell will perform live for the 3rd annual Rock The Block concert in the auction arena at WestWorld of Scottsdale. In addition, the opening act will feature multi-platinum singer-songwriter Chase Rice.
Barrett-Jackson is now accepting consignments for the 2026 Scottsdale Auction. Those interested in being part of the auction may consign their collector vehicle here. Those interested in registering to bid may do so here. VIP Experiences hospitality packages are available here. Throughout the nine-day Scottsdale Auction, children age 12 and under enjoy complimentary admission with a paying adult. General admission tickets for students age 13 through college age are $10 and adult ticket prices start at $27 at the AXS online box office.
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Right now on AutoHunter, you can find this customized 1950 Chevrolet 3100, which is powered by a Chevrolet Performance 350ci V8 crate engine paired with a four-speed manual transmission. Highlights include Positraction and a QA1 four-link rear suspension with coilovers. Finished in red and white over a gray and tan leather interior, this classic pickup is now offered by the selling dealer in Oregon with a clear title.
The exterior was refinished in a combination of white for the upper part of the cab and red for the rest of the cab and the body. Features include chrome bumpers, dual mirrors, body-color running boards with integrated exhaust outlets, and blue-dot taillights. The floor of the bed is lined with wood planks and metal strips; the tailgate lowers on rubber-covered chains.
That two-tone color scheme continues down to the red 15-inch steel wheels, chrome Chevrolet hubcaps, and 235/35 (front) and 295/50 (rear) whitewall tires. Behind the set of four are manual drum brakes.
The cabin is tri-tone, featuring a bench seat covered in gray leather with tan leather inserts, and brown and gray door panels. Conveniences include a tilt steering column and a retro-look AM/FM radio with Bluetooth connectivity.
Instrumentation consists of a 120-mph speedometer and a multi-gauge that displays the fuel level, voltage, temperature, and oil pressure. The digital odometer shows 546 miles, but this vehicle is mileage-exempt, according to its title.
The original engine has been replaced with a Chevrolet Performance 350ci V8 crate engine connected to a four-barrel carburetor. The same goes for the transmission, which is now a four-speed manual gearbox.
There are more upgrades underneath, such as tubular upper and lower control arms, QA1 four-link rear suspension with coilovers, and 12-bolt rear end with Positraction.
Dressed in red and white, this 1950 Chevrolet 3100 looks ready for Christmas. If you want to give it as a gift (even if it’s to yourself), throw some green at it by placing your bid now because the auction ends on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (MST).
Just like any other keepsake, a classic car can serve as an inheritance that evokes nostalgia and memories for someone who has passed away. The Pick of the Day is one such car—a 1956 Ford Fairlane Sunliner convertible, specifically—that was owned and loved by the seller’s father for many decades. The car is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com and located in Burbank, California.
“My father, one of the founding members of the LA Roadster Club, gave me this car upon his passing,” the listing begins. “It has been in our family since the mid-60s. I am selling it so someone can enjoy the car and take care of it as it deserves.”
In marketing materials, Ford called the 1956 Fairlane the “Kissin’ Cousin of the Thunderbird.” Expanding on that idea, Ford said, “It not only has the heart-winning lines of its Thunderbird cousin, it also has the Thunderbird’s famous V8 engine. This is the standard eight in all Fairlane and station wagon Fords … at no extra cost!”
That engine, by the way, is a 292ci Y-block V8, and this Fairlane is said to run great with only about 40,000 miles on it. The Holley carburetor was rebuilt, and the battery was replaced under the seller’s ownership. Prior to that, the seller’s father logged a few other key maintenance items (some of which were done in 2011 or prior). They included replacement of the U-joints, hoses, mufflers, shock absorbers, front wheel bearings, radiator, and slave cylinder. The listing says does call out a few current flaws: the top does not go up, there is a crack in the passenger side window, and the paint shows some chips.
The seller has provided a video showing a start-up, and the car sounds healthy. The tour continues with an exterior walk-around and a look at the interior, complete with a pair of fuzzy dice hanging from the rearview mirror. “The car is a head turner and a great cruiser,” the listing says. This Fairlane Sunliner brings a lot to the table—iconic 1950s style, open-air freedom, and the provenance of long-term single-family history.
The asking price is $39,000 or best offer, and that price includes several spare parts, if the buyer wishes to have them (engine, transmission, manifolds, and an air filter).
