Tag: 60s
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Turbo Rat Bug
Here we have an interesting, rat rod-inspired ’61 Beetle. If you look at some of the images, along with the all-new interior, you’ll see that the vehicle was gone through and the rusty patina is intentional. More significant here is the turbocharged 2.3L four with dyno results showing 213 HP in this tiny beast. Beetles…
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Gaudy, Modified E-Type for ONLY $100K+
Supposedly, this started life as a 1967 E-Type, which means it was a highly desirable Series 1 car. Unfortunately, none of the characteristics that make it a Series I (covered lamps with original-style front and rear lights and spinners on the knock-off hubs) remain unscathed, as this car has been extensively modified. As matter of…
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Confused Van Project
Is this a Ford? Yes. Is it a Dodge? Yep. It seems this is a 1962 Ford Van body on a Dodge frame of some sort. Based on track width, this might be on a shortened military chassis. Regardless, the dually van look is, well, interesting. Click for Craigslist ad Lake Forest, CA (Oddimotive HQ!)…
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Classic Mini Imitating a Modern Mini?
Here we have the classic Mini equivalent to a modern Cooper S. This one has a slightly up-sized engine fed by a turbocharger. Exterior mods are few in number, but the MASSIVE rally lights hint at upgrades. Still, most wouldn’t expect the Mini at the stoplight next to them to be turbocharged. The seller claims…
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Massive Potential: Datsun 411 Wagon with Needs
I’ll come right out and say that I love the Datsun 411 Bluebird. This tiny sedan was designed by Pininfarina and has a lot of very cool design details, including a pretty amazing curved dash. The wagon body adds to this one. Just note the left rear corner damage and amateur repair. If you can…
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Live the Brick Lifestyle
In automotive terms, “brick” refers to Volvo cars of the particularly square variety. Most often, these references involve the long-lived 240 series, but many forget that the 140 was the original brick. This 1969 model appears to be in great condition and is an excellent example of the breed. This is an early 140 (the…
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Not Your Typical MG – At Least in the US
Yes, folks, MG did put its name on something other than sports cars – even in the 60s. I say “put its name on” because, by this time, essentially the same car was sold by multiple MG brands. This is one of them. With all the brands combined, this was the best selling car in…
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Because the Cord Just Wasn’t Weird Enough the First Time…
…A company called SAMCO produced a replica thirty-some-odd years later. The seller says this car is partway through a total restoration. Frankly, I don’t see any evidence of any work, but maybe it’s all mechanical? Still, if I was the seller and had put in any time or money, I’d be more specific. Oh well,…
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In Case the Renault R8’s Front is just too Ugly for You.
We bring you the Renault R10! This was the only somewhat changed successor to the larger-engined “R8 Major”, which means you get an 1100cc engine and, well, a non-kinked front end. This is a claimed low mileage, unrestored car and there is no mention of trying to start it or whether the engine is seized.…
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Vauxhall Victor Super Wagon
A Vauxhall in the US? Yes, these were sold at Pontiac dealers once upon a time. Sadly, we don’t know the interior condition, but the exterior looks complete and this is even a left hand drive car. Click for Craigslist ad Baldwin Park, CA $2,995 The trim all appears to be present – paint…