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12/15/2024

Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Xago, 12,000 RPM T

12/15/2024

1956 Custom Wagon!

Priced at $25,000, this 1956 Mercury Custom wagon offers an intriguing case to examine for the current state of the classic car market. Located in Zellwood, Florida, you can check out this hauler here on Craigslist. Would you pay $25k for this classic?

By 1956, the car manufacturers were in full song, trying to outdo one another. Everyone tried adding more chrome and baubles to their cars to surpass the competition. Some of these models were very successful, but some missed the mark. The Ford cars from this era don’t get much attention compared to their GM counterparts. There are many reasons for this, but these Ford models are solid classics. Maybe they don’t quite have their GM counterparts’ panache, but they have clean designs and can provide good value to those who want to drive a 50s-era classic.

This Mercury is an interesting car to consider. It is described as a daily driver, but it also says that the overdrive is not working. There is plenty of paint and bodywork to be completed on this car if you are not into the patina look. Fortunately, the Y block is running well, and the purchase includes an under-dash AC that needs to be installed. The interior looks fairly complete, but the upholstery needs some work, which the seller also mentions. Of note is the unique shaped steering wheel. What is it like to drive with this shape?

Looking over the pictures and reading through this ad brings about some skepticism over the price of this rig. Maybe during the Covid times, this car could realize this number. But with all the needed work, it seems like a long shot. Some points, though, could entice some buyers, especially those who are into original cars. This is not a common ride, either, so there definitely won’t be many of these at your local cars and coffee. What is your take on this car? Is it overpriced, or is this a fair deal? Thank you so much to T.J. for sending in this tip!

12/15/2024

1958 Miller-Meteor Cadillac

With roots dating to the 19th Century, Miller-Meteor had become the largest supplier of ambulances and hearses by the 1960s. They worked exclusively with chassis supplied by Cadillac, but when those cars were downsized in the late 1970s, that pipeline went dry, and the company folded. This 1958 Caddy ambulance (which looks a bit like the one from Ghostbusters) is in rough shape and lacks an engine or transmission. Idle for more than 40 years, this potential project is available in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and is offered here on eBay where the opening bid of $3,500 is unmet.

Miller-Meteor came to be through a merger of similar companies in 1954 (if you roll in school buses and limousines). The firm purchased commercial chassis from Cadillac for their first merged product in 1957. Their vehicles became popular with hospitals and funeral homes and accounted for 50% of that market in just five years. Miller-Meteor thrived for another 15 years until Cadillac began to shrink their automobiles for improved fuel economy, so M-M was gone by 1979.

We don’t know when the seller came upon this 1958 ambulance, but since the photos were taken of it on a trailer, the assumption is it was a barn find. It has some degree of rust and damaged body panels as you would expect after being in limbo since the 1980s. The glass seems mostly intact though we’re told the piece in the tailgate is missing.

This vehicle’s 365 cubic inch V8 and automatic transmission have long since flown the coop and that may be why this car did time in the Southwest desert, covered or not. You could go the restomod route with a modern drivetrain and then spend a small fortune on the body and interior. But what would be the goal in doing so, having a very cool and very large station wagon!?

12/15/2024

1983 Jaguar XJS Lynx Eventer

One of the more curious things about the convergence of money and cars is how the world’s elite really like to have companies build wagon versions of their favorite sports cars and coupes. Aston Martins, Porsches, Bentleys – there are numerous coffee table books from the 1980s that showcase these vehicles that, while seemingly fairly ordinary in appearance, actually represent a tremendous amount of money and energy committed to a handful of vehicles reserved for a select few. This 1983 Jaguar XJS Lynx Eventer listed here on the LBI Limited website is a classic example of a custom creation limited to a handful of examples – and this one has been sorely neglected.

To create the Eventer, the rear of the XJS was substantially overhauled. The rear bulkhead was modified to accommodate a full rear hatch, which then triggered a variety of structural changes. The factory fuel tank was removed, and a modified unit that wrapped around the spare tire was installed. A false floor then sat atop the spare tire, and a proper rear backseat that could lay flat was installed so as to accommodate both passengers and lengthy cargo when required. Six feet of cargo space became available when the Jaguar was converted into a wagon, which isn’t bad considering what Lynx started with.

These Eventers were custom-built at the future owner’s request, with all manners of trimmings decided at time of ordering. The conversion of the coupe into an Eventer could take upwards of 14 weeks, so patience was required when ordering one of these custom conversions. Ultimately, despite its very OEM-correct appearance, Jaguar did not sell the vehicles through their dealerships but would honor the factory warranty on any unmodified parts. With the luxurious interior largely unaltered from the factory, owners of these limited-production Eventers still enjoyed acres of wood trim, leather, and thick carpeting.

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Sadly, this Eventer has fallen on hard times despite its desirability and rarity. The story of this unusual wagon creation has floated around the internet for years, with little known about its previous owner or why he let it go to rot after importing it from the UK. It seems the car was promptly parked and abandoned not long after arriving via cargo ship, and given the extensiveness of the rust that is seemingly everywhere, all I can figure is the Eventer arrived in worse condition than presented and the U.S.-based importer quickly lost interest in the project. It appears to have been sold by LBI Limited, so hopefully, it has a new caretaker who is bringing it back to life.

12/15/2024

1964 Dodge 440 Station Wagon

Because I grew up in the 1960’s, I’ll always be sentimental about station wagons. They were a common site in many driveways and car ports across America. But they usually led a pretty hard life and many weren’t around to celebrate their tenth birthday. Here’s a rare survivor that is original and celebrating its 60th birthday. And, according to the owner, the AACA, and other Mopar car clubs, it’s the only known Gold Stripe wagon with a Dress-Up Package known to exist in its original, unmolested condition.

The current owner bought the car 31 years ago from the original owner’s estate. It had 83,000 miles on it and has been regularly maintained and pampered. The wagon currently has 109,000 miles on the clock. The Dodge is in impressive condition to be six decades old. It is described as rust-free with a solid body, solid floors, and a solid frame. The original white paint is presentable as is the chrome, trim, glass, and the optional Clark Griswold-approved roof rack.

The Dodge’s original two-tone brown interior is in amazing condition. The steering wheel, instrument panel (with its iconic push button automatic transmission), and dash all look great. Two levels of trim (330 and 440) were available in 1964 with the 440 having a more luxurious all-vinyl interior and nicer carpet. The front and rear bench seats look great as do the side panels and the cargo area that boasted 84 square feet of cargo space. The owner states that the wagon’s power tailgate window is in good working order and in the “Needs Attention” department, the seller shares that the wagon’s left rear door is currently stuck, the driver’s remote mirror adjustor is stuck, and there’s a slow leak in the power steering system.

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Under the Dodge’s white hood is the durable 318-cubic inch V8 engine. It’s original, uses no oil, has 109,000 miles on it, and is mated to a Torqueflite automatic transmission. The owner says the Dodge needs a carburetor overhaul (a correct overhaul kit is included) and that the oil pressure gauge works 90 percent of the time. The wagon comes with a lot of documentation and maintenance records and several storage tubs of NOS and used parts. This rare Mopar long roof is currently residing in Hartwell, Georgia and is for sale here on craigslist with an asking price of $32,900. A big thank you to T.J. for sending this special Dodge 440 Station Wagon our way. The seller will also consider partial trades for a 1974-1975 Imperial 4-door sedan or hardtop, a 1974-1977 Chrysler Town & Country, or a 1975-1977 Dodge Royal Monaco wagon in similar or better condition. It’s been decades since I’ve seen a 1964 Dodge station wagon. This could be the nicest original survivor left.

12/15/2024

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12/15/2024

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12/14/2024

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12/14/2024

1973 Chrysler Town & Country

The Town & Country was one of Chrysler’s longest-running nameplates. From 1941 to 1988 (excluding the World War II years), the T&C badge was found on Chrysler’s top-of-the-line station wagons. In the early days, the bodies were made of wood, but by the 1950s Chrysler went the steel-body route like the other U.S. automakers that sold “woodies”. The seller offers a nice, but not perfect, survivor from 1973. It’s been well-used, but also well-taken care of. He/she must thin the herd due to lost storage, so this land yacht on wheels has to go. From Denver, Colorado, it’s available here on craigslist for $21,000. Thanks for the tip, Mike F.!

Once the wood bodies were gone, “fax” wood paneling began adorning the wagons (and some convertibles, too). The fifth generation of the T&C was produced from 1969 to 1973 based on the luxurious New Yorker platform. They adopted the “fuselage” styling that became popular on Chrysler products in that era. Riding on a 122-inch wheelbase, the Town & Country was one of the biggest consumer vehicles sold, coming in at 230 inches bumper-to-bumper. Chrysler built about 20,000 T&Cs in 1973 of which only 27% had seating for six like this one (the other 73% had seating for nine).

The seller and the photos supplied confirm that this 51-year-old wagon has a few minor scratches and scrapes, but the body and paint are original. And, rust is said to have been held to a minimum. The interior looks quite good, especially since the odometer is close to turning over (96,700 miles).

This big wagon has a 440 cubic inch V8 under the hood, the largest Chrysler offered in those days. A TorqueFlite automatic transmission is also along for the ride. The car has some newer parts, like the tires, battery, radiator, and fuel tank. The A/C needs charging and one of the mirrors is trying to fall off, with both likely not big deals to fix. If you’re into wagons, will this Mopar fit into your garage?

12/14/2024

1965 Studebaker Wagonaire

Despite the company’s limited resources, Studebaker always seemed to find a way to stay creative. A case-in-point is the 1963 Wagonaire, a mid-size station wagon with a sliding roof over the storage compartment. Compared to other wagons of the day, they were great for hauling vertical items like refrigerators. The seller has a nice 1965 edition which was built in Canada after Studebaker discontinued U.S. auto production. It looks to be in really good condition, though no mention is made of its mechanical health. Located in a warehouse in Tallmadge, Ohio, this rare Studebaker is available here on Facebook Marketplace for $19,500. Thanks, Barn Finder “Ted” for this great tip!

From the time it debuted in 1963, the Wagonaire remained a part of the Studebaker line-up until final auto production ended in early 1966 (in Canada). Designer Brooks Stevens is credited with the concept of the Wagonaire, which began with a modified Studebaker Lark. It drew from the existing parts bin whenever possible as the company only had a buck-fifty in its development budget. The skies opened when a passenger would crank on the retractable roof panel over the cargo area. Unfortunately, these things were prone to leak in the first production year, so a no-cost option was developed to use a fixed panel for those wagons so equipped.

Despite that production numbers weren’t huge, Studebaker still decided to shift Wagonaire production to Hamilton, Ontario after December 1963 when they pulled the plug on U.S. assembles. Neither the Avanti nor the GT Hawk were given that opportunity. From that point forward, all Studebakers used GM of Canada Chevrolet engines as the pipeline for Stude power was no more. While overall Wagonaire production was 19,122 units over four years, just 1,824 were built in 1965, including the seller’s wagon.

Limited info is provided by the seller on this airy wagon. It seems to be surrounded by a pool of other Studebakers, so perhaps the seller is a collector. We’re told it’s rust-free and the body, paint, and interior all look good. But if the wagon runs as great as it appears, why not pull it outdoors for some better photos than the ones we see here? It has its original 283 cubic inch V8, automatic transmission, and air conditioning. It’s been in a climate-controlled environment for many years and may only have 65,000 miles. If you like rare and interesting, does this orphan wagon float your boat?

12/14/2024

1956 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery

The Chevrolet Delivery Sedan (aka Sedan Delivery) was based on the entry-level 150 2-door station wagon. During the “Tri-Five” era of 1955 to 1957, nearly 30,000 were produced, though a far cry from the almost five million automobiles the GM division built overall in those days. This example from 1956 has left some of its austere roots behind with more modern engineering under the hood. A gasser candidate at one time (?), it’s a runner that needs a lot of cosmetic help. Located in Whittier, California, this restomod delivery wagon is available here on craigslist for $9,500. Hail to “Zappenduster” for another interesting tip!

Production of the Delivery Sedan didn’t require a lot of special engineering on Chevy’s part. They took the bare-bones 150 wagon, replaced the side windows with metal instead of glass, and ditched the back seat. Glass in the rear opening was optional. Most of them were likely built with Chevy’s 235 cubic inch “Blue Flame” inline-6 connected to a “3-on-the-tree” manual transmission. I suppose the 265 V8 and the Powerglide automatic were available. 9,445 of them were built in 1956 (like this one started out to be). My uncle had a bakery in the 1960s and had one of these for his business.

It’s likely this Delivery Sedan hasn’t been doing much cartage lately. Gone is the original drivetrain, replaced by a Chevy 350 V8 that has a mild upgrade with the camshaft, a 650 carburetor, a 700R transmission, and an aluminum radiator. The wagon now has disc brakes with a power booster and some suspension work was done along with an “almost” rebuild of the chassis. We’re told the body is mostly straight, though the rear fenders will need to be redone (gasser cutouts?).

We’re told this thing runs, but it lacks a battery (I would have installed a $100 battery before listing the van for sale). Little of the original interior remains – other than the dashboard – and it will need to be totally redone. Of value to buyers in the State of California, the Chevy is in non-op registration status, meaning that no back DMV fees will be required when you transfer the title. The odometer reads 20,000 miles, but what does that mean in real terms?

12/13/2024

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12/11/2024

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