Built between 1975-93, the Volvo 240 is the longest-running single model in the entire history of Volvo. Very few cars last so long virtually unchanged in production. In fact, the only other car I can think of from the 1970s that had this kind of staying power is the R107 Mercedes SL roadster. The 240 was the brainchild of Volvo designer Jan Wilsgaard, who also designed the 122 and the 140 series cars. The 240 was the one that has to be his most successful as Volvo sold 2.8 million of them during the model’s 19-year production run. The AutoHunter Spotlight for today is one of these cars, a 1986 Volvo 240 DL wagon.

The reason for its long tenure is that the Volvo 240 really is as good a car as fans say it is. These cars are very well-built, incredibly durable, easy to drive and, at the time, were the absolute safest cars you could buy. As a result, there are tens of thousands of these still being used as daily transportation more than 30 years after production ended.

This specific 240 Wagon is finished in its correct Volvo code 201 Beige paint over a brown vinyl interior. The seller states that this 240 is powered by its correct B230F 2.3-liter I4 mated to a four-speed automatic transmission and comes with wheel covers, an AutoCheck report, and a clear title.

The exterior of this 240 looks to be in truly excellent condition. This is likely due to the fact that it has covered a total of only 97,559 miles (which is low for a 240) and also because it has only had two owners from new. The paint looks excellent, as does all the rubber trim and exterior brightwork. It rides on its stock steel wheels with factory Volvo wheel covers.

The interior of this car is also excellent. The brown vinyl seats are in great condition (and also are heated), and the door cards look excellent, as do the carpets. The seller adds that there is a crack on the driver’s side of the dash, which is something common on these cars. All in all, this is a nice driver-level Volvo 240 Wagon.

Under the hood is the virtually unbreakable Volvo B230F 2.3-liter SOHC I4 cylinder engine that produces 114 horsepower and 136 lb-ft of torque. The entire engine compartment looks immaculate, speaking to the care this Volvo has received over the years.The seller adds that recent services on this 240 include new drive belts, battery, exhaust pipe seal, and brake pads, plus a fluid flush.

Yes, given the horsepower and torque numbers above, you can guess that a 240 is not a sports sedan. It was in fact never meant to be one. It is instead an extremely well-built and nice-driving European car. In Wagon form, it also offers more utility and storage space than any other car of the era. In the early 1990s, I drove my 1987 240 GL wagon to Los Angeles to pick up gear and people for a movie we were working on. By the time I left LA, I had our director of photography in the passenger seat, all our luggage, a full Panavision camera package, and a camera dolly and track all loaded in the 240. Everything fit perfectly, and we comfortably headed to Arizona with the gear for the shoot. These cars are literally European pickups with a roof.

In closing, one of the nicest things about these collectible Volvo cars is that they are still quite affordable, and every part you could ever want is available. If you want a cool collector car with more utility of anything outside of a Mercedes wagon (the Volvo can actually hold more) and also want to join a fun community, then why not make a bid or two on this very nice example of Volvo’s masterpiece?

As an added bonus, the auction for this car ends in plenty of time before Christmas, making it a perfect present to be delivered for the holiday. The auction for this 1986 Volvo 240 Wagon ends on Monday, December 15, 2025, at 11:45 a.m. (MST), so act fast as examples this clean are getting harder to find.

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Here we have another one of those funky Canadian cars that was not sold in the U.S. It may look familiar, but several trim differences should become apparent with scrutiny. Under the skin, our Pick of the Day would be identical to a Chevrolet Nova SS, but it’s much rarer. This 1969 Acadian SS is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a dealership in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

It’s always worth reminding Yanks why Canada had its own special models—something that was common among the Big Three automakers at the time. Though these days Canada appears on par with the U.S., the Great White North featured stark differences in population and median income, which was reflected in the Canadian automobile market. Due to economies of scale, General Motors Canada built both Chevrolets and Pontiacs that were Chevrolets underneath.

Canadian dealerships often featured several brands out of necessity in order to cater to a smaller population. What if there was no Chevrolet dealership for miles (kilometers didn’t become a thing in Canada until 1977)? The solution was for Pontiac to produce a badge-engineered model.

But why all this complication? Tariffs! They protected the Canadian automotive market, but thanks to the Auto Pact trade agreement that was signed in 1965 to help stem the Canadian trade deficit, the need to offer distinction was diminished, especially starting in 1970. (That being said, the Canadian industry often had unique models not available in the U.S., even in more recent years.)

With the introduction of the Chevy II in 1962, Canadian Pontiac dealerships would receive the Acadian—not a model, but a separate brand that looked like a Chevy II but featured Pontiac design elements like the split grille. When the Nova was redesigned for 1968, the Acadian appeared to be even more badge-engineered than before, including the elimination of anything that resembled Pontiac styling or motifs. New was the Super Sport, which had evolved from a sporty trim package to a performance package. After 1971, the Acadian was discontinued, replaced by the Ventura II that had been introduced in the U.S. in 1971.

This LeMans Blue 1969 Acadian SS sports the Astro-Flash 350 V8, which was rated at 300 horsepower. As in the Nova SS, standard was a floor-shifted HD three-speed manual, with a four-speed, Powerglide, or Hydra-Matic 350 as options. Other standard equipment with the Super Sport Package included simulated air intakes on the hood, black rear-end panel and upper and lower periphery moldings, simulated louvers and special 350 V8 emblems on the front fenders, an SS nameplate on the grille, an SS steering wheel hub emblem, special front and rear suspension, power front disc brakes, 14×7-inch wheels with red-stripe tires, and underhood insulation. The seller has included nothing in the description, but I spy bucket seats, a gauge package that was available with a center console, a vinyl top, and a remote mirror. Vintage Vehicle Services documentation gives us more information, which covers the rear window defogger, Positraction, power steering, trim rings, AM radio, and auxiliary speaker and lighting.

Overall, this is a nicely equipped Nova (don’t you dare call it a Nova!). If you’re a Chevy guy who pines for something different—often difficult in the Bow Tie world—then here’s a car for you, served on a silver platter; if you’re Canadian and enjoy the quirkiness of home-market cars, then here’s a car for you – also served on a silver platter. To anyone else, this is a pretty rare find as only 1,091 V8 Acadian Coupes were built in 1969, and there’s no saying how many of those had the SS package. For this honor, it will cost you $65,995 (USD).

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The classic car community, for many individuals, is an extended family. And since the holidays are all about family gatherings, one Arizona-based club got together for a day of food and fellowship. “Fenders and Friends” is a group that was founded in October 2015 and has seen steady growth over the past decade. The organization is led by a handful of volunteers who work with the community and businesses on creating a calendar of shows, cruises, and charity events throughout each year. The 2025 holiday program took place the Horny Toad restaurant in Cave Creek, about 30 minutes north of Phoenix.

Here were some of the vehicles in attendance:

1964 Pontiac Grand Prix

The first-generation Grand Prix launched in 1962 targeting the personal luxury segment, and it lasted until 1964 before moving into its second iteration. This clean white example belonged to one of the leaders of the group, Kent. He told the story about how the car had been completely transformed from a barn-find style acquisition. In fact, the holiday brunch was the car’s first outing since completion. Congrats, Kent!

1965 Chevrolet Corvair 110 Sedan

The “110” in this car’s name corresponded to its rear-mounted, 110-horsepower, air-cooled, flat-six engine. For 1965, the compact Corvair was in its second generation. The car was phased out after 1969 but sold 1.8 million units during its lifetime. Today, there are many devout Corvair clubs, like the Cactus Corvair Club, which assembles every October as well as throughout the year.

1965 Rambler Marlin

The defining feature for this distinctive coupe, owned by Paul, was its fastback roofline. The Marlin was built by American Motors Corporation (AMC), and it came well-equipped with standard power disc brakes, reclining front seats, and deluxe trim. The base engine was a 232ci inline-six, but other options up to a 327ci V8 were available.

1967 Buick Skylark Sedan

The Skylark was considered an “intermediate car,” and it rode on the General Motors A-body platform alongside the Chevrolet Chevelle and the Oldsmobile Cutlass. This clean Ivory sedan was looking good with a black vinyl roof, whitewall tires, and rear wheel skirts. The Skylark model lasted, albeit with a brief intermission) from 1961-98, not including the semi-custom model built in 1953-54.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

The Chevelle name is synonymous with the muscle-car era, since General Motors used the platform to showcase some of its most powerful engines, like an available 454ci big-block. This clean blue SS was a stunner inside and out. It was powered by a 396ci V8 paired with a Muncie four-speed manual transmission.

1977 Cadillac Eldorado

Large and in charge, this 221-inch-long, front-wheel drive personal luxury coupe was commanding attention right near the entrance to the restaurant. It was powered by a 425ci V8 and became an icon of American luxury for the era. Its engineering focus, of course, was on a comfortable ride and plentiful creature comforts.

1988 Pontiac Fiero GT

Pontiac’s mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive, two-seat sports car was produced from 1984 through 1988 and used a steel spaceframe with plastic body panels. While early models were sometimes criticized for having a lack of power, a later 2.8-liter V6 gave the car some performance credentials that better matched its sporty exterior. Chad’s five-speed Fiero on display only had about 50,000 miles on the odometer and was looking brilliant.

1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata

In a parking lot dominated by older domestics, I felt it appropriate to recognize and appreciate this sweet little Japanese roadster. The early MX-5 had such a nimble, “tossable” platform thanks to its 2,200-pound weight and 50/50 weight distribution. We recently talked about the cultural impact of the Miata when sharing the news of Tom Matano’s passing.

As always, Fenders and Friends brought together an array of unique classic cars. We can’t wait to see what the group comes up with next.

When it debuted at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show, the Lamborghini Murciélago wasn’t just a new car—it was the start of a new era for the Italian automaker. You can find this beautiful specimen of Lamborghini’s first new model for the 21st century, a 2004 Murciélago six-speed coupe, at the Barrett-Jackson 2026 Scottsdale Auction.

Like many other Lamborghinis before it, the Murciélago was named after a famous fighting bull. In 1879, one named Murciélago showed so much courage and spirit in a face-off against matador Rafael Molina that Molina spared his life—a rare honor in bullfighting. Eventually, Murciélago was given to Antonio Miura in Spain, where he sired several fighting bulls, starting a legacy that continues to the present day. Those more familiar with exotic cars than cantankerous cattle will recognize Miura as the name of another Lamborghini: the seductive, mid-engine Miura of the late 1960s and early 1970s, which many call the first supercar.

After decades of different ownership, Lamborghini came under the control of the Audi-Volkswagen Group in 1998. According to Lamborghini, the Murciélago “was the first model to be designed on computer, the first to feature all the technical innovation from new parent company Audi, and the first that benefited from the investment that came with the new ownership.” The dramatic yet graceful body marked another major milestone: It was the first one conceived and entirely designed by Lamborghini’s in-house Centro Stile team. Although the Murciélago looks distinct from its predecessors, it has strong Lamborghini DNA. As the company puts it, the coupe has “the wedge shape of the Countach, the sensuousness of the Miura and the unusual proportions of the Diablo.”

In English, the word murciélago translates to “bat,” which is all the more believable when the engine’s side-mounted intakes extend outward, forming what some have called “bat wings.” Those feed a 6.2-liter V12 that’s larger than the engine in the Diablo. Equipped with a variable-geometry intake system and variable intake and exhaust valve timing, it generates 575 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque, making it more powerful than its predecessor. Lamborghini paired the big V12 with all-wheel drive and the choice of two firsts for the company: a six-speed manual gearbox or a six-speed automated manual, aka “e-gear.”

This 2004 Murciélago comes in a gorgeous dark shade of green known as Verde Hydra, which looks black from certain angles. A front-end lift system helps prevent the chin from scraping on steep driveways. Paint protection film has been applied to guard the dynamic finish on the front bumper, hood, and fenders against debris – which is especially important if this Raging Bull is let loose to hit its top speed of 205 mph. The sleek lines arch over a set of 18-inch Speedline wheels, each of which looks like a work of industrial art. At the rear, a distinctive Capristo exhaust outlet blasts out the V12’s raspy wail.

In the cockpit, the tan leather seats and the matching door panels and center console coordinate wonderfully with the verdant exterior. The audio system has been upgraded to a Bluetooth-compatible Alpine head unit connected to a Polk amplifier. In front of the radio is the highly desirable gated six-speed manual shifter, another work of industrial art that hasn’t been seen in new Lamborghinis in over a decade.

With the right bid, you can make this nicely configured 2004 Lamborghini Murciélago yours at the Barrett-Jackson 2026 Scottsdale Auction, which runs January 17-25, 2026. Click here to register as a bidder for the event. Want to list your car so it can run across the auction block? Go here.

Today’s AutoHunter Spotlight is a 1970 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 Holiday Coupe with the W30 package, but this is not just any Olds—it’s a car with a story! In the hands of the original owner for decades, it fell into the hands of a well-known Oldsmobile restorer who was very careful to preserve the vehicle’s originality properly. The W30-spec 455 is paired with a close-ratio four-speed and drag-happy 3.91 gears. Features include extra-cost paint, power windows, four-spoke steering wheel, bench seat, W27 differential cover, and more. Painted Nugget Gold with white stripes over a black interior, this W-Machine comes from the selling dealer in Illinois with original sales documentation including the window sticker, assorted photos and videos, vintage drag racing time slips, trailer hitch coupler, service records, and clear title.

Oldsmobile had four special colors that cost extra, including Nugget Gold. It is complemented by white stripes, which means the original owner specified them since black was the default with this gold. Other exterior features include painted racing mirrors left and right, fiberglass ram air hood with stripes, notched rear bumper, and die-cast badges on all sides. A set of 14-inch wheels with standard hub caps is wrapped in G70 Goodyear Polyglas white-letter tires.

The black vinyl interior features a front split bench seat with a Hurst-shifted four-speed on the transmission hump. Other interior features include a Deluxe push-button AM radio with a rear speaker, simulated woodgrain trim, power windows, and remote driver-side mirror.

Instrumentation includes a 120-mph speedometer and a fuel gauge. The odometer shows 63,772 miles, which is the true mileage, according to the title.

The 370-horsepower W30 engine featured an aluminum intake manifold and performance-calibrated Quadrajet shrouded by a massive plastic air-induction cover that sat atop the air cleaner. This engine is paired with a M21 close-ratio four-speed, which means it has a more radical cam than those paired with the TH400. Note the red plastic fender wells.

The undercarriage features a 3.91 rear differential with an aluminum W27 axle cover. The Rallye Suspension package included boxed rear control arms and a rear sway bar. As this car is a four-speed, manual front discs were the way to go, as the radical camshaft didn’t allow for power assist.

This highly unusual 1970 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 W30 Holiday Coupe is more unique than the others out there due to its originality, documentation, and mix of options. There are home movies of this car that support this Olds’ lineage, as well as a notarized letter from the original owner. This AutoHunter Spotlight is presented to you because it’s a special car that requires a special caretaker. Does that sound like you? Bid before Monday, December 15, 2025, at 11:15 a.m. (MST) to make it yours, and be sure to add to the home movies!

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The Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals (MCACN) is always difficult to navigate due to the number of enthusiasts who turn out; the largest crowd there can be found at the Barn Finds and Hidden Gems display. Ryan Brutt, he of the “Automotive Archeologist” persuasion, is the curator of this aggregation of forlorn performance cars. Whether it’s the thrill of the chase, an urge to prove the adage, “They’re still out there,” or you simply enjoy seeing the potential that lies within, barn finds and other automotive discoveries are an exciting component of the hobby.

Trailering a car and staying at a hotel can get quite expensive, yet you’d be surprised by the number of folks vying for space at Barn Finds and Hidden Gems at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. Considering some of the vehicles in the display aren’t properly functioning, there are even more things to fuss about for some owners, but all that pales in comparison to the fantasy on display.

These are all the cars in the Barn Finds and Hidden Gems display. For more MCACN coverage, just follow the lede above.

In 1965, the “W29” 4-4-2 package was available on several F-85 and Cutlass models. This F-85 Club Coupe is one of 1,087 built. By 1969, the 4-4-2 was in its second year of being its own model.

A 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 is a dream car for many, while a 1968 Plymouth Satellite convertible is more off the beaten path.

Dig the Cragars on the 1965 Buick Gran Sport, a stark difference from the 1969 “A12” Dodge Super Bee, which came with no wheel covers at all.

The 310-horsepower 1970 Oldsmobile Rallye 350 was an insurance-busting package based on the F-85 or Cutlass S. The 350/325 W-31 package also was based on the same models, but it was the real deal, a small-block that had a penchant for upstaging big-blocks.

You can’t beat a ’65 Goat, but this one was special-ordered in a 1965 Corvette color called Nassau Blue. The 1979 Hurst/Olds was only available in black/gold or white/gold.

The Plum Crazy 1971 Dodge Challenger R/T is a 440 Six Pack car. The 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda convertible is powered by a 383. Both were brought to MCACN by Mopars5150.

Both these Super/Stock vehicles were built with assistance from Hurst. Note the 1969 nose on the ’68 Plymouth Hemi Barracuda, while the 1969 AMX had not been updated back in the day.

Mopar just released its 2025 Holiday Gift Guide. Most of it is what you’d expect, such as tools and lifestyle accessories. However, there is one major surprise that’s both whimsical and functional: “Ugly Sweater” armor for the Jeep Wrangler.

The ugly Christmas sweater seemed to shoot up in popularity several years ago and led to people trying to out-gaudy each other with visually appalling Christmas-themed designs and embellishments. I don’t know if it’s still the coolest lame garment out there, but I do know that it’s made its way to Jeep’s iconic off-roader. Available only the JL Wrangler Unlimited and sold by MEK Magnet, the Ugly Sweater consists of magnetic red, green, and white panels that feature top and bottom borders of tire tracks and various Jeep vehicle silhouettes traveling across a landscape of mountains and tall trees in the middle. The $648 multi-piece “sweater” can protect against scratches and other damage, then be easily removed and washed (no de-pilling required!).

If that’s a bit too festive or pricey for you, there are several other options. Those include a $55 10-in-1 folding multi-tool, $49.95 unisex festive sweater holiday hoodie with the Mopar M on the left sleeve, and a $170 roadside safety kit.

Some of the more interesting items in the gift guide are a $218.50 Mopaw rear seat pet carrier (get it?) that’s compatible with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system in the back seats of many vehicles, and a $185 powder-coated camping table that can be deployed from a tire. According to Stellantis, “It easily holds up to 50 pounds and features a retractable leg for extra support.”

To check out the other items on Mopar’s 2025 Holiday Gift Guide, click this link. I know what I want under my Christmas tree, but I don’t think a Jeep Grand Wagoneer Series III will fit there.