Several years from now, Chevrolet will be able to celebrate the Corvette’s 75th anniversary. The Vette – in production since 1953 – is without a doubt one of the most iconic symbols of automotive Americana. Featured on AutoHunter is a car that was part of anniversary celebrations a couple of decades ago: it’s a 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 50th Anniversary Edition Convertible listed by a dealer in Easton, Maryland. The auction will end on Monday, January 5, at 11:00 a.m. (MST).

All the 50th Anniversary Corvettes were finished in Anniversary Red paint over a Shale leather interior, but there were a lot of smaller details that set them apart from the rest. Standard features included a unique wheel finish, a head-up display, a premium sound system, unique embroidery, and an upgraded suspension (more on that shortly). Chevrolet put the car on prominent display throughout 2003, including using it as a festival/event car during the Indianapolis 500 in May of that year. (The “official” pace vehicle that year was the then-new SSR pickup).

The current odometer reading for this C5 shows just 58,405 miles. The AutoCheck report shows a clean history, too, with no brands, accidents, or recalls on record. The report also shows just two owners, with consistent registration renewals in New Jersey for the last 22 years. Based on what we can see in the photos, the car looks unmodified – something that should make the purists in the community happy. Power comes from an LS1 5.7-liter V8 mated to a six-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. Chevrolet rated the car at 350 horsepower and 375 lb-ft of torque.

One of the C5 Corvette’s engineering innovations was the “F55” Magnetic Selective Ride Control suspension. Instead of being filled with standard oil, the dampers were filled with magnetorheological fluid – a synthetic oil with tiny iron balls suspended in it. They reacted to magnetic fields generated by an electric coil, which could change the viscosity. Car and Driver explained, “A dual-processor computer adjusts the current about 1,000 times per second based on wheel travel and speed, vehicle speed, steering-wheel angle, lateral acceleration, brake application, and temperature.” The end goal was maximizing contact of the tires with the pavement while keeping things stable.

The F55 suspension was just one feature that made Corvettes – especially the Anniversary Edition cars – showcases of technology over the years. This clean 50th Anniversary Corvette will come with promotional materials and an instructional CD. What do you think Chevrolet has in store for the upcoming 75th Anniversary Corvette?

The auction for this 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 50th Anniversary Edition Convertible ends Monday, January 5, at 11:00 a.m. (MST).

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Today’s Pick of the Day on ClassicCars.com is an interesting mix of the ideas behind my two favorite BMW cars: a 2017 BMW M2 Performance Edition offered by a dealer in Newport Beach, California.

I remember the first time I drove the first-generation M2. It was in 2020 during COVID at a very small press event hosted by BMW for a select group of journalists. They had brought out the M2 and the brand-new (at the time) M2 CS for tests on both the track and the street. Having already driven the M2, I at last got behind the wheel of the wheel of the M2 CS and took off around the track.

Up until this time my favorite more-modern BMW M car was the limited-production 1M. It was such a well-balanced car – my only complaint was the lack of a true BMW M engine. After a few laps in the M2 CS, I knew I had found my favorite BMW M model in the 2 Series. The CS version was a dedicated performance vehicle, a true sports car that you could live with day to day. I am not alone in thinking highly of the M2; many journalists have sung the car’s praises over the years. In many ways it is a modern take on the E36 and E46 M3 cars, offering all the lightness and compact size while delivering much higher performance and all the modern amenities you might want.

You might not have heard of the M2 Performance Edition, as it was limited to only 150 examples. In essence it is the same concept as the E36 M3 Lightweight: Take a standard car and strip as much weight out as possible, while at the same time adding performance options to make a great car even better. These options/deletions include manually adjustable sport seats without heat or lumbar, basic keyless entry, no comfort access, single-zone automatic climate control, HiFi audio system (in place of Harman Kardon audio), no smokers package, black mirror caps, M Performance coilover suspension specifically tuned for the M2, M Performance exhaust, titanium exhaust tips, black kidney and side grilles, M Performance illuminated door sills, and LED door projectors with customer “Performance Edition” image. Pretty much everything that added weight was removed, and other items were enhanced or improved to offer better performance. Sounds like the perfect M car to me.

This BMW looks to be in absolutely immaculate condition. When you consider it has covered 75,700 miles and still looks this good, you know it has been well cared for. Residing in California its whole life, the car was owned by a collector for the last six years and has been serviced exclusively by Crevier BMW since 2019.

Here is my advice. Take a look at the price trend for the E36 M3 Lightweight and then consider this M2 Performance Edition’s asking price of only $34,800. This looks like a tremendous opportunity to me. I feel that these first-generation M2 cars are about to have their day in the market, as they are everything a BMW M car is supposed to be and nothing they aren’t. It is a sort of throwback to the E36 and E46 era and something we are never likely to see again in this purity of form. I would love to have this car in my garage.

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One of my favorite pieces of art in my home is a framed magazine advertisement for the 1950 Buick that discusses how a husband and wife daringly took their “Dynaflow” transmission-equipped Special four-door all the way up the Alcan highway from the Lower 48 to Fairbanks while towing a travel trailer. “People couldn’t believe their eyes,” it said.

Back in the 1950s – and even beyond – it was not uncommon for people to tow campers, boats, and other types of trailers behind their passenger cars. Heck, even the owner’s manual for my 1994 Acura has a chapter dedicated to towing instructions. Nowadays, though, you’d probably void your warranty on a modern car or crossover trying to tow much of anything around.

Airstream Backstory

Much like the chrome-laden vehicles of the 1950s, some of the camp trailers from the era were equally flashy. One of the popular brands on the market was Airstream. The company had been founded in about 1930 in California. One of its first trailers was a 1936 model for $1,200 that could house four occupants as well as provide electric lights and a water supply. Airstreams were manufactured with aerospace-grade aluminum and riveted construction – allowing them to remain relatively lightweight, yet strong. From a design perspective, they were known for having rounded “silver bullet” shapes and a low center of gravity.

Shady Dell History

As part of a year-end adventure, I decided to make the trek to the Shady Dell RV Park in Bisbee, Arizona. It was about a 215-mile, 3.5-hour trek one-way from the Phoenix area to Bisbee.

Shady Dell’s history dates back to 1927 – nearly 100 years ago – when it was established as a stop along the highway for people to park their cars and trailers. The RV park lies along historic Highway 80 and is home to 18 restored travel trailers, a yacht, and even a tiki-themed bus – all styled in period-correct décor. It’s a step back in time and a place rich in nostalgia.

My Stay in a 1955 Airstream

The check-in process was slick – the key was simply left inside my unit. I made my way around the property and settled in. Along the way, I noticed a few classic cars around the property, including a 1958 Checker taxi in the front parking lot, a 1954 Chevrolet 210, and a 1955 Cadillac Eldorado. Each one looked like it had a lot of stories to tell.

As for my camp trailer, which was unit number 9: Airstream had skills it came to maximizing available space. Every nook and cranny was accounted for – two small beds, a couch, a kitchenette, and a bathroom. My favorite feature inside the wood-paneled interior was a small record player and a library of music selections. I played some period-correct music to get into the mood. The Airstream had everything except a shower, but communal showers were located just steps away, and I wasn’t too worried about taking a shower on a quick overnight trip.

One thing that did catch me by surprise was that the power outlets inside the trailer were two-prong instead of three, so I couldn’t charge my laptop computer. But that ended up being a blessing – what better reason to emotionally unplug and enjoy a night away! As dusk settled in, I viewed the colorful skies from the chairs outside my front door before calling it a night.

For on-site food options with a nostalgic feel, Shady Dell has a vintage 1957 Valentine diner on-site called Dot’s, which is open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. every Thursday to Monday. I elected to walk over to the Bisbee Breakfast Club in Lowell for breakfast, instead – more to come on that in a future story. I highly recommend checking out the Shady Dell!

Right now on AutoHunter, you can find this customized 1962 Chevrolet C10, which is powered by a 350ci V8 paired with a four-speed manual transmission. Finished in Pearl Gray over a beige leather interior, this two-wheel-drive classic American pickup is now offered by the selling dealer in Oregon with a clear title.

The exterior has a nice, clean look, thanks to its Pearl Gray paint job. Features include a silver front bumper, driver-side mirror, exposed fuel cap, sliding rear window, wood bed slats, tailgate chains, and body-color roll pan. The exhaust exits through two pairs of bright rectangular outlets.

The neutral color scheme carries down to this truck’s set of black 15-inch wheels, which are wrapped in 235/75 Lionhart radials. Those rollers, combined with the lowered suspension, make this truck look sporty and ready to rip down the road. Manual drum brakes help keep it in between the lines.

Inside, Chevy’s “Comfort-King” cab has been outfitted with beige leather bucket seats, beige and gray door panels, aftermarket wood-rimmed steering wheel, and sport pedals. Other features include a floor-mounted manual shifter and Bluetooth-compatible AM/FM Alpine stereo.

The Dolphin instrumentation consists of a 140-mph speedometer and water temperature, voltage, oil pressure, and fuel level gauges. An aftermarket 8,000-rpm tachometer is mounted under the dash. The odometer shows zero miles, but this truck is mileage-exempt according to its title.

Chevy didn’t offer a 350ci V8 for the C10 in 1962, but this truck has one. Even better, its 350 is connected to an aftermarket intake manifold, four-barrel carburetor, and headers. A four-speed manual gearbox sends the engine’s output to the rear end.

Slick looks and a bigger engine with a stick is a great combo. If that’s what you want in your next classic vehicle, bid on this 1962 Chevrolet C10 custom pickup right now. The auction for it ends on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 11:45 a.m. (MST).

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There are three basic types of hybrids. The first is the European exotics of the 1960s and 1970s powered by American V8s, such as the Monteverde High Speed and Iso Grifo. The second type of hybrid is something we see a lot of these days: vehicles equipped with an electric motor, a battery, and an internal-combustion engine. The third variety of hybrid combines the fun of off-roading with the pleasure of open-air driving, such as our Pick of the Day. You can find this 1976 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Cheyenne 4X4 listed on ClassicCars.com by a dealer in Milford, Michigan.

If you’re familiar with the old-school Blazers, you probably know that 1975 was the last year for the one-piece removable hardtop. The 1976 model year brought a steel half top over the front seats and a removable rear cap that covered the rear seats and cargo area.

However, this Blazer isn’t your ordinary ’76. It was restored in 2021, a process which brought fresh white paint, an NOS grille, and a new saddle tan interior with Vintage Air A/C and Dakota Digital gauges.

Without a doubt, the most notable part of this ’76 Blazer is what isn’t there: the half top and the removable rear cap. Someone converted it to go fully topless and equipped it with a slant-back canvas roof that can be fully closed, partially open once the plastic side and rear windows are rolled up, or removed.

The changes didn’t stop there. As part of the overhaul, a new 350ci V8 crate engine was installed and paired with a rebuilt 700R4 four-speed automatic and a rebuilt New Process dual-range transfer case that delivers the engine’s grunt to the locking front hubs and a set of 15-inch polished aluminum wheels wrapped in General Grabber tires.

It may be cold right now, but spring will be here before you know it. That’s a great time to get outdoors, which you’ll be able to see, hear, and feel all around you in this 1976 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Cheyenne 4X4. You can do that for $59,476.

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