Classic Vehicle Profiles

Cruis'news experts take you through the history of the great vehicles of the '40s, '50s, '60s, and '70s

1969 Dodge Charger, from the 2005 movie, The Dukes of Hazzard Original “Stunt” General Lee
Stunt Vehicle #2, a 1969 Dodge Charger, from the 2005 movie, The Dukes of Hazzard. The title is in the name of “Warner Brothers Feature Films”, and the dash has been autographed by Roscoe, Daisy and Bo
Mr. Norm's 1970 Challenger T/A Mr. Norm's 1970 Challenger T/A
Here’s a story about a Mr. Norm original Challenger T/A. A history lesson of sorts on one of those rare vehicles and a pretty darn interesting classic automotive story to come along in awhile.
1936 Cord 810 4-Door 1936 Cord 810 4-Door
The Cord 810 Sedan was named the Westchester after the New York City suburb which, during the 1930s, was synonymous with wealth and good taste. Learn more…
1970 Ford Falcon 1970 Ford Falcon | The Screaming Yellow Zonker
A rarely seen full size Ford Falcon based on the Torino. This version was a full-blown muscle car. The “Screaming Yellow Zonker” Falcon lives and breathes in Plymouth, MI
Messerschmitt’s Micro-car Messerschmitt’s Micro-car
Messerschmitt is synonomous with his famous fighter plane design but did you know of his endeavors in the automotive field? A three wheeled version that sat one…
1959 Ford Galaxie Now there’s a land yacht, the 1959 Ford Galaxie
Our 1959 Ford Galaxie Club Victoria has the classic two-tone paint scheme that was so popular in the 50's. With its Raven Black over Colonial White exterior, it only seems fitting that it should have a red and white interior, trimmed in silver and black. Wow, no lack of color in those days… 
1966 Pontiac 2+2 engine block 1966 Pontiac 2+2
The 1966 Pontiac 2+2 a full size high performance car and often referred to as the " big brother" of the GTO
1941 Willys Americar Classic car profile: 1941 Willys Americar
The 1941 Willys Americar was roomier than any early Willys product, but it had just the right looks and just the right dimensions to make it an outstanding Hot Rod.
1970 Indy Pace Car Against All Odds
A beat up 1970 Cutlass found at an estate sale is purchased for a whopping six hundred dollars. This meager investment turned out to be a “Hidden Treasure.” As it turns out the Cutlass turn out to be a 442, but on top of that the trashed Olds ends up being a fully documented, #1 Indy Pace Car.
Ford Model T The Ford Model T’s Renaissance
The Piquette Avenue Plant is the birthplace of the Model T, whose 100th anniversary is celebrated this year. The Plant, by the way, cost $70,000 to build and helped Ford Motor Company became the largest manufacturer of automobiles, according to Piquette plant literature. The Ford Piquette Avenue plant in Detroit may be the most significant auto-...