Late last year, Jeep announced it would be updating the Wagoneer for 2025 by making 20-inch aluminum wheels, Active Lane Management, and adaptive cruise control standard equipment, and adding power-folding mirrors to the list of available options. Those are nice to have but, aside from the mirrors that can be tucked in to make the Wagoneer narrower on trails, none of them have anything to do with off-roading. Luckily, we’re in the middle of Easter Jeep Safari, which marks the debut of seven new concept vehicles and the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer Overland Special Edition.

Based on the Wagoneer Series II model, the Overland comes standard with seven-passenger seating (room for eight is optional), tri-zone automatic climate control, Uconnect 5 NAV with 10.1-inch touchscreen, wireless charging pad, hands-free power liftgate, and more. The Overland Special Edition treatment adds a black roof and blacks out the lower fascia, wheel flares, headlamps, grille, and badging.

Other features are cherry-picked from the Series II’s options packages, such as the power-folding mirrors, roof rail crossbars, Side Distance Warning, Parallel and Perpendicular Park-Assist, all-weather floor mats, and triple-pane panoramic sunroof.

Jeep used a similar approach for the Overland’s off-road content, which samples the various packages available on the Series II. The Quadra-Lift air suspension with semi-active damping provides up to 10 inches of ground clearance and gives the 32-inch all-terrain tires room to work. Jeep couples the Quadra-Drive II four-wheel drive system with an electronic limited slip differential. The two-speed transfer case has a 48:1 crawl ratio in low range, which should amplify the effectiveness of the Selec-Terrain traction management system’s Rock mode. A 360-degree surround view camera provides better visibility while steel skid plates protect the Overland’s front axle, transfer case, and gas tank. Selec-Speed Control manages the throttle and brake over difficult terrain, allowing the driver to focus on steering. If the path ahead proves to be too much for the Overland or another vehicle, the two front two hooks and removable rear tow hook are ready to help. For pulling even heavier loads that weigh up to 10,000 pounds, there’s the Overland’s Heavy Duty Trailer Tow Package with trailer brake control.

As of right now, the Overland is not a regular Wagoneer trim level. According to Stellantis, production of the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer Overland Special Edition will be capped at 2,000 units. The package is priced at $5,795, bringing the MSRP to $72,740, or $74,835 when the $2,095 destination charge is added.

Such highs! Such lows! That was the Ford Motor Company in the late 1950s/early 1960s, as we saw with a recent Pick of the Day. Chrysler Corporation was in a similar position, though not for the same reasons. Our Pick of the Day, a 1961 Dodge Dart Phoenix two-door hardtop, was emblematic of the problems at Chrysler at the time. It is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a dealership in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Chrysler and its corporate cousins were riding on a wave in 1957 after the introduction of the Forward Look, but quality control problems sullied their reputation. Then, there was the 1958 recession, which put the hurt on DeSoto and hastened the brand’s demise. In 1960, new president William Newberg was forced to resign after  64 days on the job due to corruption. And then there was the 1961 restyle of Dodge and Plymouth that appeared out of touch with the direction of the industry.

Starting in 1960, Dodge began offering two full-size series: Dart, and the senior Matador and Polara; Darts were available in Seneca, Pioneer, and Phoenix trim levels (in ascending order). Wheelbase was 118 inches for the Dart, 122 inches for the senior Dodges. Also new was Chrysler Corporation’s Unibody construction, which addressed much of the quality concerns that had arisen in 1957.

For 1961, the two series remained, but now the only senior model was Polara. The 1961 restyle made the Dodge looked sleeker, no doubt due to its full-width grille and low-set headlights looking like it was sucking all the air out of the atmosphere. The fins were more subtle but not inconspicuous. A major distinction between the Dart and the Polara was how the side trim from the rear swept forward, with the Dart doing this at a higher part on the fender than the Polara, which was more mid-level. The Polara also featured prominent taillights protruding from the sides of the rear fenders, contrasting with the Dart’s subtle, wrap-around units (to be augmented by a midyear accessory taillight for better visibility).

Dodge offered several interesting powerplants in 1961. Of course, the Slant Six was in its second year of availability, standard on any Dart 6 model, while the standard V8 was a 230-horsepower 318. Polara started with a 265-horsepower 361”Polara V8”, but a four-barrel carburetor nudged it up to 305 horses (called the “Dart D-500” when optioned for Darts). A 383 offering 325 horsepower was known as the “Polara D-500” and was optional for both models.

For the high-performance-minded, there was a 330-horse “D-500 Ram Induction” 383 that included two four-barrel carburetors on a cross-ram manifold. Torque was an astronomical 460 ft-lbs.

This red-on-red 1961 Dodge Dart Phoenix two-door hardtop flaunts everything that was interesting (the sleek roofline) and goofy (such as the height of the driver and passenger sides of the front bench) about the brand for 1961. Even better, this Mopar is equipped with the rare Polara D-500 engine—something not often seen on Darts. Originally built with pushbutton TorqueFlite, this Dart now features a shifter on the floor. “Underneath the all-new suspension and bushings give this Phoenix a road presence that’s both commanding and smooth,” says the seller. “With a new exhaust system in place every turn of the key results in a throaty rumble a reminder of the raw power under the hood.”

Sure, you could go the expected route and pick one of those ultra-handsome GM products. Or you could lean into the kitsch and revel in 1960s Atomic Age goodness, complete with a horsepower kick that will handle most pesky classics in the other lane. For $39,900, you can drive the car that forgot the 1950s had already ended.

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

Today on AutoHunter Cinema, we’re looking at a 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona—one of just three in silver with a black tail stripe believed to exist. This custom build took years to complete and cost an estimated $650,000. It was restored with factory accuracy in mind, but given a modern twist: under the hood is a 542ci Hemi V8 pushing out 631 horsepower, backed by a manual transmission and Dana 60 rear with 4.10 gears. Listed on the Daytona Registry and supported by an Elite Wise Validation Report, this Charger has paperwork, power, and pedigree.

With its upgraded suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, and vintage NASCAR homologation, this Daytona was expected to bring serious money at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Auction—and it did: it rolled off the block for an awe-inspiring $220,000!

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Much to people’s surprise when they learn the details, the facelift version of the Jaguar XJS was not really the stopgap cosmetic update of the aging XJS. Instead, it was an entire reworking of the design with almost every part of the car changed. I heard Jaguar representatives at the time quote a number of $30 million that was spent on the reworking of the XJS into the final edition of the car.

The Jaguar XJ-S (the dash would later be deleted) was at the time the first new Jaguar GT car design since the introduction of the E-Type. It represented a change in focus for the company and, instead of delivering a true sports car, was instead a GT car. Journalists and the Jaguar faithful moaned about this at the time, but the fact is that from 1961-74 Jaguar sold a total of 72,245 E-types in all series and forms. Between 1975-96, on the other hand, a total of 115,413 XJS models were sold; it lasted years longer than the E-Type. With that as a metric, the XJS was the more successful car. Yes, an XJS is a GT car, whereas the E-Type – at least in Series 1 and 2 forms – is a sports car, but it seems that Jaguar was right: People had moved on and wanted a GT more than a sports car.

Today’s AutoHunter Spotlight is an example from what many people feel was the best era for these cars, a final-year 1996 Jaguar XJS Convertible. The auction ends Thursday, April 24, at 11:45 a.m. MST.

The seller describes this XJS as being powered by a 4.0L inline-six mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. Finished in beige metallic over a light brown leather interior, this British vehicle is now offered by the seller with service records, Oregon license plates and registration, two sets of keys, an owner’s manual, a clean CARFAX report and a clear title.

This car is being offered by a private seller and has completed a total of only 62,037 original miles. It is a four-owner car, and the CARFAX shows it to have had accident-free ownership in Florida, Connecticut and Oregon.

From the photos provided, the exterior of this XJS looks to be in good condition. My guess is that the factory paint color for this car is actually Topaz, but I am a geek about this stuff. The overall condition of the paint looks good, with no evidence of fading or clear coat issues. The owner does note there is a minuscule dent on the driver’s-side corner of the hood.

The interior also looks to be in excellent shape. This is extremely important, as the leather and carpet used in these cars is of very high quality and quite expensive to replace. The wood in the car also appears to be uncracked, though there is some fading on parts.

Under the “bonnet” (the British term for “hood”) is what I feel is probably the finest inline-six Jaguar ever built: the 4.0-liter AJ16. This engine was so good that Aston Martin used the block and head for their DB7. These engines are not only extremely well built and reliable, they also really look great, in my opinion. The 65,000 miles on this engine means in many ways that it is just broken in. Do not fool yourself into thinking you need a V12 in your XJS. Having driven both, I honestly feel these AJ16 engines are better than the Jaguar V12 and much less expensive to service. They offer similar performance and are the last of the legendary inline-six Jaguar engines. As an added bonus, this XJS is said come with extensive service history, as well as both keys and a full set of manuals.

Many people will tell you that you have to be crazy to buy an XJS, and in many ways they are right. This car, though – being what looks to be a well-cared-for inline-six 1996 model – is a different story. By the time of the facelift, the cars from Jaguar had really risen to another level. They really were reliable; you shouldn’t be afraid of a car like this one. As an added bonus, these final-year cars are incredibly rare: a total of only 2,113 were built in 1996.

If you are interested, had you better act fast and place a bid, as the auction for this 1996 Jaguar XJS Convertible ends on Thursday, April 24, at 11:45 a.m. MST.

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Do you remember when the Subaru Outback was introduced? It was 1995, and the new Legacy trim level was so successful that Subaru spun the Outback from the Legacy series and made it a stand-alone model several years later. And, while SUVs have continued to outsell minivans and station wagons, the Outback has has remained steadfast as a consistent throwback when long-roof sedans ruled after-school sporting events.

Yet at the 2025 New York International Auto Show, Subaru has introduced the 2026 Outback, and I can’t help but feel I’ve been punched in the gut. Get a load of this!

That’s not a station wagon—that’s an SUV! It’s like Subaru designed the new Outback to look like a larger Forester, a bit ironic considering both are crossovers based on sedans.

Subaru recognizes this, as the press release for the redesigned ’26 states that the all-new car “steers the iconic SUV in a new styling direction” with a “new, bolder exterior design [that] conveys a more powerful presence on the road.” It makes no difference, though, as Subaru has promoted the Outback as an SUV for years—even the government has classified the Outback as an SUV since ’05 to help Subaru skirt CAFE regulations.

Now that it seems that a proper station wagon is a lost cause at Subaru, this is what we have left in the United States:

• 2025 Audi A4 Allroad Quattro
• 2025 Audi A6 Allroad Quattro
• 2025 Audi RS6 Avant Performance
• 2025 BMW M5 Touring
• 2025 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC All-Terrain
• 2025 Subaru Outback – $29,010
• 2025 Toyota Crown Signia
• 2025 Volvo V60 Polestar Engineered
• 2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country
• 2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country
• Honorable mention
  • 2025 Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo
  • 2025 Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo

In the American market, there does not exist a station wagon that can be found for under $50,000. We used to be able to depend on Subaru on giving us an alternative, but no longer.

Artificial intelligence is not the stuff of science fiction any more. Today, AI is used for customer service, search engines, website design and, at Bentley, even the interior materials inspection process.

The British automaker is selective about the hides it uses in its ultra-luxury cars and SUVs, to say the least. It prefers leather from cattle that graze at high altitudes in Northern Europe, where insect bites that leave blemishes are less likely. Also, the cows there typically aren’t constrained by barb wire fencing, which can leave scars.

Despite this careful control of its materials, Bentley still has its artisans inspect the leather by hand. The time it takes to do that can add up, especially when you consider it takes 13 skins to furnish the interior of a Flying Spur and nine to line the cabin of a Bentayga.

As part of its Beyond100+ strategy, which “will see the company reinvent its entire product range to support a more sustainable, electrified future,” Bentley has incorporated AI into its Hide Inspection program. Combined with advanced cameras, the artificial intelligence will be able to spot imperfections that may be invisible to human eyes. Not only should this high-tech scrutiny yield even better materials, but it should also lead to faster materials processing and a reduction in waste and CO₂ emissions.

One thing AI can’t do for a Bentley’s interior? The hand-sewn details Bentley’s specialists add to each vehicle. Even if AI could pull that off, perhaps that would be a step too far for traditional Bentley buyers who value old-school craftsmanship.

Attention, Mustang sticklers, we’ve got one for you! Yeah, we know this K-code 1964½ Ford Mustang Hardtop currently listed on AutoHunter is properly called a 1965 per the VIN, but we also know Mustangs produced from April-August 1964 featured equipment that was updated when the 1965 model year began (like generator to alternator). Thanks to the late introduction of the 289 Hi-Po and the abbreviated model year, it’s estimated that less than 500 were built in Hardtop and Convertible body styles (the 2+2 fastback was not introduced until the 1965 model year). This Hardtop is slightly modified, featuring a balanced and blueprinted 289 Hi-Po backed by a five-speed TKO manual transmission. Equipped with features like Rally Pac and Scott Drake Shelby wheels, this Rangoon Red over a matching vinyl interior is now offered by the seller with a clear title.

The recipient of a five-year restoration that was completed in 2017, this Mustang features Rangoon Red paint, driver-side chrome mirror, deconstructed grille, 289 High-Performance fender badges, and Tasca Ford badge on rear panel. Fifteen-inch 1969-70 Shelby-inspired Scott Drake wheels are wrapped in staggered-width redline radials—215/60 front, 235/60 rear.

The red bucket seat interior features white side components and headliner. A Hurst shifter is mounted on the red carpet. Other features include three-spoke steering wheel and radio-delete plate.

The instrument panel consists of a 120-mph speedometer and gauges for the temperature and fuel. A Rally Pac cluster is mounted on the steering column and includes a 8000-rpm tachometer and clock. The odometer currently reads 521 miles but is mileage-exempt per the title.

The rare 11:1-compression K-code 289 was originally rated at 271 horsepower. This one features an updated Holley Street Warrior four-barrel carburetor plus Sanderson stainless steel headers. The original four-speed manual has been replaced by a five-speed TKO unit.

The above makes this Mustang go, while the Wilwood power front disc brakes help this Mustang stop. Take a peek underneath and you’ll find a nine-inch Moser rear and Flowmaster dual exhaust system.

Sure, many folks may put a 1965-66 GT with the Pony interior at the top of their Mustang list, but none are as special as the K-code 1964½ Ford Mustang Hardtop like this one currently listed on AutoHunter. Thanks to its rarity (relative or otherwise), don’t miss out—place a bid before noon on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, so you can add it to your garage.

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