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    LS1-Powered 1950 Chevrolet Bel Air Street Rod

    This 1950 Chevrolet Bel Air was modified around 2010. The body was smoothed and refinished silver and black, and it rides on a modified chassis with a Jim Meyers Racing independent front end, rack-and-pinion steering, a sway bar, and disc brakes. The car is powered by a 5.7-liter LS1 V8 with an LS6 intake manifold, and the engine is linked to a four-speed automatic transmission and a 3.73 Positraction rear end said to be from a 1973 Camaro. The car also has a custom interior, a dual exhaust system, and Summit Racing 15″ alloy wheels. This Bel Air was purchased by the seller in 2014 and is now offered with a car cover and a clean Oregon title in the seller’s name.

    Around 2010 the car was stripped, repairs were performed, and it was modified. The hood was pie-cut and smoothed, the rear fenders and trunk lid were smoothed, and the headlights and taillights were frenched. A single-piece windshield has been installed.

    The car rides on a Jim Meyers Racing front end with 2″ drop spindles, coilovers, disc brakes, rack-and-pinion steering, and a 1″ sway bar. Lowering blocks were installed out back, and it retains a leaf spring rear suspension with drums. The 15″ Summit Racing wheels have staggered BFGoodrich tires mounted, and a custom master cylinder and booster were used. The seller notes drips from the power steering system.

    The bucket seats were sourced from a Chevelle, and the console was fabricated. Custom upholstery covers the interior, and Vintage Air climate control and a Lokar shifter were fitted. The front door panels have trim pieces from a 1950 Oldsmobile.

    The Impala-style steering wheel is mounted on a tilt column, and Auto Meter gauges were installed. The 1,700 miles indicated were all added by the seller.

    The seller states the 5.7-liter LS1 V8 was sourced from a 1998 Camaro with 63k miles. An LS6 intake was fitted along with headers and custom beauty covers, and the car also has a custom radiator and an American Auto Wire harness modified to fit the push-button starter. The battery was relocated to the trunk.

    The four-speed 4L60E automatic transmission is linked to a 1973 Camaro Positraction rear end. Custom crossmembers were added.

    15 Muscle Cars That Were Built in Response to a Crisis — and Somehow Got Even Meaner

    Muscle cars are often seen as symbols of unrestrained performance, but their fiercest evolutions have emerged in response to adversity. Throughout history, periods of crisis—from the 1970s oil embargoes to strict emissions regulations and economic downturns—have forced automakers to rethink their strategies. Rather than fading away, many iconic muscle cars adapted by becoming even bolder, integrating new technologies and audacious designs. These moments of tension and constraint have not only shaped the muscle car landscape but have also produced some of the most powerful and innovative vehicles ever built.

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    Carolyn and Craig Jackson’s Commitment to Preserve Automotive History to be Showcased During 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance

    Carolyn and Craig Jackson, known for their commitment to the collector car industry and community, will showcase their most recent restoration, a 1936 Bugatti Type 57 Stelvio Chassis No. 57406, during this year’s Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance on Sunday, August 17 in Carmel, California. The freshly restored Bugatti, which will be exhibited in the European Classic class, reflects the Jacksons’ efforts to make the Stelvio closer to a sound vintage rally car and honor the car’s previous owner and their friend, Don Williams. The Pebble Beach Concours will be the first public appearance of the car since its restoration. Additionally, the Jacksons will display “Little Red,” one of the most historically significant Shelby Mustangs ever built, at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, on Friday, August 15, 2025.

    “We were deeply honored to assume stewardship of the Bugatti Type 57 previously owned by my close friend, Don Williams,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “When working with my team, we not only wanted to ensure the Bugatti was mechanically sound but honor Don’s legacy and his love for the craftsmanship and design of this beautiful car. It’s especially rewarding to showcase this Bugatti during this year’s Monterey Car Week, where fellow auto aficionados and collectors from around the world can share our passion for this newly restored Bugatti.”

    Examined by Bugatti Heritage and Certification Specialist Luigi Galli, the Bugatti retains its original No. 286 engine, No. 98C transmission (typically seen in a supercharged Stelvio), No. 427 rear axle and its No. 80 internal frame. Under Jackson’s leadership, the engine was completely rebuilt, the chassis was stripped and sandblasted and the body was fully repainted a deep, rich PPG black. Jackson selected a striking silver for the “sweep panels” that matches his 2023 Bugatti Chiron, creating a visual bridge between the marque’s prewar elegance and modern hypercar performance.

    “Carolyn and I are very proud of the work that our talented team poured into the restoration of the Bugatti, and to have this historic vehicle as part of our collection,” said Jackson. “We’re honored to now be a part of this car’s rich provenance, which includes its original owner, Mr. R. Petit, as well as French actor Jacques Dufilho, 12 Hours of Sebring founder Alec Ulmann, the Blackhawk Museum and Don Williams. We’re committed to preserving it for the next generation of collectors.”

    Further highlighting the Jacksons’ dedication to preserving automotive history, they will also showcase “Little Red” at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering. One of the most historically significant Shelby Mustangs ever built, the 1967 Shelby GT500 EXP prototype nicknamed “Little Red” is the only twin supercharged Shelby ever built and is equipped with a 428ci engine and dual four-barrel carburetors. “Little Red” was lost for decades, Jackson led the five-year effort to locate, recover and restore the coupe to its original factory specifications.

    “I’ve had the privilege of learning how to work on and restore cars with my late brother Brian, as well as my father Russ, Don Williams and Tom Barrett,” said Jackson. “The opportunity to present our restored Bugatti connects all of us to its legacy of craftsmanship and innovation that has shaped the automotive industry for over a century. Carolyn and I will continue to be part of world-class events that preserve and elevate timeless vehicles – whether it’s a rare European classic or a one-of-one American icon.”

    Identify These Cartoonish Cars!

    Do you enjoy cartoons? I’m a big fan of Bugs Bunny, having spent my youth watching many Warner Brothers shorts among others that were in syndication. Another Warner Brothers character joined forces with Plymouth for 1968 and started a cartoonish trend in Detroit, four examples of which you can find below. All are cars for sale on AutoHunter or ClassicCars.com.

    Can you identify each? Please tell us in the Comments section below. If you need a hint, just click on the respective image that’s giving you fits.

    Click on a photo to reveal each car

    Every Tuesday you can solve a new automotive puzzle at The Classic Cars.com Journal. You can also play previous games for even more car fun!

    BYOB: Build Your Own Bugatti Centodieci Out of Lego Bricks

    The term “car enthusiast” is a little misleading. Every one of them that I know doesn’t just have their car(s)—they have a collection of Hot Wheels or 1:18-scale model cars or automotive memorabilia. Some enthusiasts out there even enjoy putting together Lego kits that look like their favorite cars. If you’re one of those people, get your credit card out because Lego has made the Bugatti Centodieci the newest addition to its Speed Champions line, and it’s available now.

    Bugatti EB110 Supersport and Bugatti Centodieci
    Bugatti EB110 Supersport and Bugatti Centodieci

    Consider the Bugatti Centodieci (Italian for 110) the company’s homage to one of its modern classics. From the late 1980s until the mid 1990s, Bugatti was owned by Italian entrepreneur Romano Artioli. In that short time, Bugatti built the EB110 GT, a quad-turbo V12-powered hypercar with a six-speed manual, and the lighter and more powerful EB110 Supersport at a factory in Italy.

    Lego Speed Champions Bugatti Centodieci kit

    In 2022, Bugatti produced a run of 10 Centodieci models powered by an 8.0-liter quad-turbo W16 and styled after the EB110 Supersport, complete with a small horseshoe-shaped front grille, a red Bugatti badge on the nose, five cooling holes on each side, and a black rear wing.

    Lego Speed Champions Bugatti Centodieci and minifigure

    Lego’s 291-piece version of the Centodieci not only recreates its signature design elements, but the literal “kit car” also has the same color basic scheme as the final Centodieci that Bugatti made: white over a blue interior—minus the leather, of course. The included minifigure can either be put behind the wheel or used to draw more attention to the latest addition to your shelf full of car-related collectibles.

    AutoHunter Spotlight: 1978 Porsche 911SC Coupe

    Over the last 25 years or so, I have owned 34 different 911 models, with the oldest being a 1969 911S and the newest an RS America. Within that group of cars, I have also owned a 1973 Carrera RS, a 1977 Turbo Carrera, and other higher-end air-cooled 911 cars. Of all those, there is only a single sub-model 911 that I chose to own not just once, but twice: the 1978-83 911SC.

    The reason? I feel the 911SC was not only the best built, but also perfectly sums up the entire 911 experience. It is as if everything came together in that model, combining all the lessons learned with a strong engine and what is probably the ultimate development of the classic 911 chassis. The secret few people will tell you is that the SC drives just like every other 911, including the 1973 Carrera RS. I know some will disagree, but I have thousands of miles behind the wheel of both models, and that was my takeaway.

    Our AutoHunter Spotlight is one of these cars, a 1978 Porsche 911SC offered by a private seller in North Haven, Connecticut.

    This Porsche 911 would not be considered a show car; it looks like it has been well-loved and used for years. According to the seller’s listing, they have owned this 1978 911SC for the last 32 years, since 1993 or thereabouts. This is exactly the kind of owner I want to buy a vehicle from, as they know its history.

    The exterior of this SC is finished in black over a tan interior. Looking at the photos makes me think this car might still have a lot of the original paint, as it has numerous chips and other flaws. Personally, I would leave the paint alone – simply detail it as well as possible and drive it. Some modifications include a very period-type modification of a Turbo Carrera-style rear tail. Other spot-on period changes include a set of 16-inch BBS RA wheels. This wheel swap was very common in the 1980s and they look great. The seller does note there is some curb rash on the wheels, which is something worth fixing.

    The interior is a mix of correct and incorrect. The door cards, rear seats, and dash all look correct and in decent shape. The front seats, while in good condition, have definitely been recovered in cloth. I am not sure if I would just leave them alone or recover them with the correct leather. The seller states the dash has a few cracks, but I can’t see them in the photos.

    The engine compartment is simply that of an old 911SC. It looks like it would clean up nicely, though, and would be worth the time to make it as nice as possible. I think that the way it would look after a detail would be quite surprising.

    The seller states both the engine and the transmission of this 911SC received comprehensive rebuilds and that the engine rebuild cost $22,000, which is on par with costs these days. I would want to know who did the work. Connecticut has some great air-cooled 911 shops, and if it was done by one of them you just got extra-lucky.

    So what we have here, in my opinion, is the perfect air-cooled 911 to simply drive and enjoy. You can even take it to a Porsche show or two. If some know-it-all comments that it’s too bad it is so worn, ask them what their 911 looks like. Chances are they don’t have one. At that point you can just bask in the feeling of owning a legendary air-cooled 911 you can drive everywhere and every day.

    These cars are truly something special, and the driving experience is unlike any other sports car in the world. Sure, you can pay six figures for a mint in-the-box super-low-mile Porsche you are afraid to drive – or you can instead buy this car, one that is likely affordable and perfectly demonstrates just what driving and owning a classic 911 is all about.

    The auction for this 1978 Porsche 911SC Coupe ends Friday, August 8, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. (PDT).

    Visit the AutoHunter listing for more information and a photo gallery

    Pick of the Day: 1969 Ford F-100

    The vehicles our parents and grandparents drove are forever a part of our childhood memories. One seller on ClassicCars.com recalls riding around in the back of his grandfather’s Ford pickup on the family’s ranch in Sheffield, Texas – and he even shared a picture from back in the day showing such a ride taking place:

    The Pick of the Day is a 1969 Ford F-100 pickup listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Dublin, Ohio.

    “Purchased new in Dallas, Texas in 1969, family-owned since,” the listing says. “Brought to Ohio in 2014 and restored in 2021. About 1,500 miles since restoration.”

    According to the seller’s description, the truck’s restoration was comprehensive in both cosmetic and mechanical aspects. The Pebble Beige exterior was resprayed, but a great deal of prep work had to be done before that: the frame was straightened, the bed was repaired, and some floorboard rust was taken care of. Once the exterior was dialed in, the interior received its share of love, too. The seller added a new windshield, dash pad, headliner, fresh upholstery, upgraded carpet, three-point seat belts, and a Bluetooth stereo, which is cleverly tucked away inside the glove compartment. 

    Model-year 1969 slotted in the fifth generation (1967 through 1972) for the F-Series. While still robust in design, Ford promoted the truck’s heightened ride comfort. One advertisement said, “Works like a truck. Rides like a car. Know why more people pick Ford than any other pickup? Better ideas—like road-smoothing Twin-I-Beam suspension. Coil springs supply the easy going. Now add Ford’s comfortable cab, roomiest of them all.”

    Under the hood, power comes from an “FE” (Ford-Edsel) 360ci V8 that has been upgraded with a Holley four-barrel carburetor and an automatic choke. Torque is transferred to the rear wheels via a BorgWarner T-18 four-speed manual transmission and a Traction-Lok limited-slip rear end. During the truck’s overhaul, it received service to the radiator, ignition, clutch, leaf springs, rear axle, and drum brakes.

    Well, after a long life of ranch duty, this family-owned truck is now ready to find a new home. If you buy it, let the seller take one more ride in the bed for old times’ sake.

    The asking price is $36,000 or best offer, and a car cover will be included with the sale.

    Click here to view this Pick of the Day on ClassicCars.com

    No Reserve: 54-Years-Owned, Ram Jet 350-Powered 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Sport Sedan

    The 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Sport Sedan was acquired by the current owner in 1971 and driven casually for several decades. In 2006, it underwent a two-year street rod build involving body modifications and repainting, interior customization, and the installation of a Ram Jet 350ci V8 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. Finished in silver and gray over complementary upholstery, the car rides on an independent front suspension with tubular control arms and rack-and-pinion steering in addition to a Ford 9” rear end and 16” wheels. Highlights of the build include a partially shaved exterior, a billet steering wheel, a Pioneer CD head unit, power windows, AutoMeter gauges, a dual exhaust system, and four-wheel disc brakes. In 2023, the air conditioning system was repaired and the front suspension was overhauled, while the battery was replaced earlier this year. This custom Fleetmaster is now offered on dealer consignment at no reserve in Pennsylvania with records and a clean New Jersey title.

    The body was nosed and decked, and the rear doors were shaved during the build. A center high-mount stop light was added below the rear window, and the right-rear fender was modified with a flush-mounted fuel door before the car was repainted in silver with a gray roof. Fog lights were integrated into the grille, and other details include round side mirrors, stone guards, and dual exhaust outlets.

    An independent front assembly with rack-and-pinion steering and tubular control arms has been installed, while the live rear axle is supported by parallel leaf springs. Braking is handled by four-wheel disc brakes with Wilwood calipers at the rear. The front ball joints and suspension bushings are said to have been replaced in 2023.

    Gray-finished 16” steel wheels wear polished hubcaps that are accented in red, and they are wrapped in 215/60 front and 235/60 rear General Altimax RT43 tires.

    The bench seats and door panels are trimmed in two-tone gray upholstery with tuck-and-roll inserts, and bowtie logos accent the seatbacks. Bound carpets line the floors, and a Pioneer CD head unit has been added along with power windows and locks.

    A custom center console houses the control panel for the air conditioning system, which was replaced in 2023 along with the evaporator core.

    The billet steering wheel is mounted to a tilt column and sits ahead of AutoMeter instrumentation consisting of a 120-mph speedometer, an 8k-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. The digital odometer indicates 11k miles.

    The trunk is trimmed to complement the cabin.

    The Ram Jet 350ci V8 is equipped with electronic port fuel injection, polished valve covers, and short-tube headers that flow into a dual exhaust system with a crossover pipe and Dynomax mufflers. The battery was replaced in 2025.

    Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission and a Ford 9” rear end.

    Records from the build are displayed in the gallery.

    4.3L V6-Powered ’27 Ford Track-T Roadster

    This ’27 Ford is a fiberglass-bodied Track-T roadster that was built around 1990 by the R.H. Jones Company. The first of a claimed three completed as part of a pre-production run, this example was painted with flames by Rod Powell and featured in several magazines. The car rides on a custom tubular frame with four-bar front and rear suspension using torsion bars and a drop front axle, and it has red-painted steel wheels with faux knock-offs, Corvette front disc brakes, and Ford drums out back. Power comes from a 4.3-liter V6 linked to an automatic transmission and a Ford 9″ rear end with a limited-slip differential, 28-spline axles, and 3.25 gears. The car also features a Vega steering box, a Bell Midget steering wheel, a Holley carburetor, and Sanderson headers. Acquired by its current owner in 2024, this Track-T is now offered by the seller on behalf of its owner with magazine articles and a clean California title listing the car as a 1927 Ford.

    Designed by the R.H. Jones Company, the fiberglass roadster has a three-piece body and is mounted on a custom tubular frame. This is believed to be the first prototype developed by the company, and it was featured in Rod & Custom and was the cover car for Rod Powell’s Flame Painting Techniques.

    The paintwork is Chrome Yellow Deltron with Powell’s flames applied over the front end. The car has a removable headlight that can be stored in the trunk.

    The car rides on a torsion beam suspension with four-bar setups both front and rear. A drop axle is used up front along with Corvette disc brakes, and the rear end is triangulated. Ford drums were used out back, and a Vega steering box was installed. The Nexen tires were recently mounted on the red-painted steel wheels, which have faux knock-off caps. The tie-rod ends and bushings were also recently replaced.

    Dynamat insulation has been installed per the seller, who states that they also upholstered the red leather interior.

    A Bell Midget steering wheel was used along with an Auburn dashboard panel and Moon instruments. There is no odometer.

    The 4.3-liter V6 was fitted with a high-rise intake manifold, a Holley carburetor, and Sanderson headers. The spark plugs and oil were recently changed.

    The automatic transmission was built by Dick Jones, and it is linked to a Ford 9″ rear end with a limited-slip differential, 28-spline axles, and 3.25 gears.

    The car is titled as a 1927 Ford using VIN T15661259.

    383-Powered ’27 Ford Model T Roadster Hot Rod

    This ’27 Ford is a fiberglass-bodied roadster that was built on a custom chassis by the seller between 2013 and 2016. The red bodywork is accented by flames and two-tone upholstery with red piping, and it is powered by a 383ci V8 with an Edelbrock tunnel-ram intake manifold topped by two 500cfm four-barrel carburetors and an air scoop. A built 350 Turbo automatic transmission with a shift kit and 2,800-rpm stall converter was also fitted along with a 10-bolt rear end, and the car rides on a front drop axle with hairpin radius rods and a four-link setup with coilovers out back. This hot rod is now offered with a Florida title in the seller’s name listing the car as a 1927 Ford.

    The fiberglass body is mounted on a custom-fabricated frame according to the seller. Flames and custom flourishes have been applied.

    The car rides on a drop front axle with hairpin radius rods and a transverse leaf spring up front, while out back is a four-link setup with coilovers. The car rides on American Racing wheels measuring 14″ up front and 15″ out back with 215/60 and 295/50 tires, respectively, and it has drum brakes and ’54 Chevrolet spindles.

    Custom upholstery covers the cabin, and the JVC stereo is linked to Polk Audio under-dashboard speakers as well as a subwoofer and speakers mounted in the trunk.

    A billet steering wheel and a Lokar shifter with a piston-shaped knob have been fitted along with gauges from Stewart-Warner in the custom-made cherry dashboard. The fuel gauge is wired but does not have a sending unit attached. The seller estimates they’ve driven the car 6k miles, and 10,500 miles are indicated on the cluster.

    The four-bolt-main 350ci V8 was built by the seller in 2016 with a stroker crankshaft, .030″-over hypereutectic pistons, a COMP Cams camshaft, and BluePrint heads. It is topped by an Edelbrock tunnel-ram intake manifold, two four-barrel carburetors, and a Shotgun Bill’s air scoop. The wrapped headers flow into an exhaust system with electric cutouts and Flowmaster mufflers.

    The seller tells us they also rebuilt the Turbo 350 transmission in 2016 with a shift kit and a 2,800-rpm stall converter. The 10-bolt rear end was sourced from a Nova and has 3.08 gears.

    The car is titled as a 1927 Ford using VIN OR075190.