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Classic Cars

If you are buying (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/5-essential-things-to-know-when-considering-buying-a-classic-car) and restoring a classic car for your own use, it’s usually considered a labor of love. When you’ve got an emotional connection to the car, the end result is more about how the car makes...

Mechanic's Guide to Classic Cars

The term classic car can have many definitions. Some of the most famous classics are the Dodge Charger, Ferrari 250 GT, and Aston Martin DB4.

A Car Collector's Guide to Popular Classic Cars

Classic car collectors buy American muscle cars, elegant European cars, and rare Japanese cars. Buy a classic auto to own a piece of car history.

How to Buy a Classic Jeep

A classic Jeep is reminiscent of an old war vehicle. In fact, many classic Jeeps are either the Willys Jeep model that was used in World War II or subsequent models that shared the same shape and design. Classic Jeeps...

How to Sell a Classic Car

Selling Selling classic and collector cars is rarely about finding a buyer as much as it is finding the right price. Because classic and collector cars are highly sought after, you have to make sure you’re making a good deal...

How to Buy a Classic Chevy

For experienced car collectors and rookies alike, owning a classic Chevy is a rite of passage. There are multiple decades and styles in which Chevrolet made popular cars. Many of these cars then had a devout following in the years...

How to Source Parts For a Classic Mercedes-Benz

Classic Classic Mercedes-Benz cars are just as elegant and gorgeous as current model year Mercedes vehicles in many cases. There is a devout following dedicated to classic (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-buy-restore-and-sell-a-vintage-car-by-jason-unrau) Mercedes vehicles who are passionate about the technology, styling, and responsive handling...

How to Store a Classic Car for Long Periods at a Time

Classic Classic cars are a complete joy to have. They are gorgeous, a lot of fun to drive, and they give owners something to tinker with and to feel prideful about. Yet as great as classic cars are, they’re not...

How to Customize Your Classic Chevy Pickup

There There are some vehicles that stand the test of time, proving they are functional, attractive, and in demand several decades after they were originally manufactured. One such vehicle is the Chevy pickup truck. The Chevrolet lineup has included pickup...

How to Find and Purchase a Classic Citroen

With many firsts to its name, including the world's first mass-produced front-wheel drive car, the French automobile manufacturer PSA Peugeot Citroen group began manufacturing its Citroen line of vehicles in 1919. Finding classic Citroen cars is much easier when you...

The Difference Between Old Cars and Classic Cars

Classic cars tend to be from the 1930s through 1970s and are often Buicks, Cadillacs, and older Mustangs. Old cars tend to be more ordinary makes.

A Mechanic's Guide to Restoring Classic Cars

Classic car restoration is a way to build your dream car. Before you start you need to set your goals, create a budget, and find the right car parts.

5 Essential Things to Know When Considering Buying a Classic Car

Classic Classic cars, which are those that are at least 10 years old and have historical interest based on production numbers or workmanship, certainly play a siren song for many who want to relive memories from their youth. However, before...

How to Buy a Classic Car

Some things truly do get better with age, and a classic car in good condition is one example. There’s a reason why a car is considered a classic, and it has a lot to do with it having a time-tested...

How to Join a Car Club

Whether you have an airplane hangar full of classic cars (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/5-essential-things-to-know-when-considering-buying-a-classic-car) like Jay Leno, or you’re a car enthusiast who enjoys looking at modern sports cars, you might want to consider joining a car club. No matter what type of...

How to Buy a Classic Cadillac

Cadillacs are the ultimate in luxurious domestic vehicles and have been for more than century. Classic Cadillacs (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-buy-a-classic-car-by-cheryl-knight) have been under the General Motors umbrella since 1909 and consistently rank at the top of a list of premier automobiles. Classic...

How to Protect a Classic Car

A A classic car is one that is more than 25 years old and has been proven to be popular or sought after. Popular classic cars are typically from the late 1950s, 1960s, and into the 1970s with examples including:...

How to Buy a Classic Fiat 124 Sport Spider

The Fiat 124 Sport Spider is a highly desirable compact convertible produced by the Italian carmaker from 1966 to 1982. Its classic design incorporates sporty performance with sleek European looks, to make it as fun to drive as it is...

How to Buy a Classic Ford Vehicle

When it comes to American-made vintage vehicles, few brands are more collected than Fords. Indeed, many Ford models do embody the adage “things get better with age” – at least in terms of value. In most cases, once a Ford...

How to Figure Out the Value of a Classic Car

Determining the value of a classic car will require a different process than determining the value of a typical car. This is because classic cars gain their value based on a different set of criteria. For example, while altering a...