Classic Cars
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Q: Classic Cars……..?
I am trying to learn about classic cars like mustangs, gran torinos, and pontiac firebirds. does anyone know some good books or websites that have info on more than just a few different types of cars?
A: Here’s a good site that has high level info on a broad range of muscle cars. It’s a great starting place for you.
http://www.muscle-car-dynamics.com/index.html
Once you have a list of muscle cars that you want to narrow down on, go to www.wikipedia.com and type in the name of the car. The wiki has tons of specific information and links to more sites.
I agree with the previous answer also, be sure to check out local muscle car shows. The people there will enjoy talking to you about their muscle car, and any other muscle car that you have questions about. Reading can’t take the place of seeing the cars in person and learning about them first hand.
Have fun researching!
Q: classic cars?
Was classic cars manufactured on a production line like today cars are?
A: Since some weasel named Ford invented the “assembly line”, yes they was. But not before.
Q: How to learn about classic cars?
I love, love, love classic cars. That is partly because I like vintage things and partly because they are sooooo beautiful. I’ve experienced some trouble because nobody around me knows anything about classic cars to answer all the questions I have, so I’ve decided to learn about it myself. If anyone knows of any websites or books I can check out so that I can learn more about my favorite cars I would appreciate it. Thanks for any help you can give.
A: A great website to visit is www.oldride.com. They have an extensive directory of all things classic car related. There are classifieds, a library full of information regarding individual makes and models, and event directory (in case you did want to visit some local car shows and pick the owners brain), and they also have a question and answers forum. There are a ton of great books out there, too many to list here. One thing you could try is visiting your local library and find a book there that interests you. Have fun and enjoy.
Q: Which classic cars have appreciated in value quickest?
I want to get a classic car because I love them, but the only way that I can convince my family to let me have one will be to tell them that it’s an investment. I know that classic cars appreciate in value, but which ones appreciate the quickest?
A: all of them are appreciating but any dodge, plymouth, especially the chargers, road runners, cuda’s, challengers or any R/T models are sky rocketing right now, I figure they all will start losing value after the next 10 yrs. as all the baby boomers will be dying off and thats who’s fueling the market on them right now.
Q: How can I get into restoring classic cars?
I have always been fascinated with classic cars and was curious how someone got into restoring them as a part time hobby. I have NO experience whatsoever with building or even repairing cars but I really want to learn. Just from doing basic research it seems VERY complicated (bent frames, rusted steel, missing original parts etc…). Any ideas on how to begin? How much would an initial investement on necessary/required tools run?
A: I have been restoring cars for a long time,and love it.I would start by going to car shows looking how cars are restored and talking to the people who restored them.Also read every old car magazine you can get your hands on.Then buy an old car and get going.
Q: Looking to learn more about classic cars, where should I start?
I am extremely interested in old cars, and someday would like to own a classic car dealership. However, I don’t have a great deal of experience and I’m just wondering where would be the best place to start learning. Are there and recommendations anyone has on books, or any other information anyone has to offer would be much appreciated. Thanks a lot!
A: i own a repair shop,,and we do a lot of work on some of the old classics ,,a good place to start would be to start going to a lot of car shows,,you,ll get very familiar with a lot of the old ones,and it helps you learn about the ones that are worth restoring,,and the ones that are not,,it really will help though in getting used to being around them,,i started back in the real early 70,s and went from there,,there are a lot of books on the market,but experience is the best way to learn anything,,another thing that will help,,find an old car you can buy to fix,,learn all about it that you can ,,this will be a good teacher,good luck with it,i hope this help,s.
Q: What classic cars are least/most expensive to maintain?
I would imagine it is easier to find parts for 1960s General Motors car than it’d be for a 1960s AMC because GM is still around. I don’t know a lot about maintenance of cars, but any classic car I’d get would be worked on by my mechanic. What brands would be easiest to find parts for and hence least expensive to maintain? What brands most rare parts and expensive?
A: Means you’re not doing it yourself, have you considered going straight out of the catalogue? Year One offers just about everything for the 69 Camaro through their catalogue, including the entire body made from fiberglass. It’s possible to build it up almost entirely without ever having to go to another source or a junk yard.
As far as AMC goes, a lot of the driveline parts were interchangeable. You may have a hard time finding body panels, but I don’t think it’d be too hard to find much else. Sometimes there are people out there who just hoard one kind of auto. I know of a guy in Wyoming who has nothing but 55-57 Chevy’s, but he must have acres of parts and hundreds of cars.
Also, in a lot of these older cars, their engines are even more basic than what they are today. No computers, fuel injection, electric transmissions…everything is straightforward and easy to maintain. I know a lot of people who start out that way…learn the basics, then move up. I know in my ‘70, it took maybe an hour total to pull the drivetrain out…just a few wires and bolts…nothing serious.
Just take a look around out there, and take a chance. SOmetimes it only takes one donor car to make your build-up perfect.
Q: What website can i go to buy classic cars?
i buy classic car. not the ones that cost over 45,000 the ones that cost like 10,000 and under but in good condition. it has to be a good website that doesn’t cheat you out of your money! The cars have to be chevy convertable 40. thanks!
A: Craigslist.com search for classic cars in your area!
Q: How can I look up my classic cars history?
I have a 1965 mustang and recently wanted to look up it’s history. I know that my grandfather tried to keep it all original but there have been a few questions raised about things such as whether it had seat belts or not originally since it has a bench. I know on newer vehicles you could look up the vin but I can’t find a site to look up classic cars on. Any help is much appreciated.
A: Your not going to find much history, best to just ask family and see if they have any paper work on it.. they did all come with seatbelts from the factory, but all factory records have been destroyed..
email the owner of the 65-66 Mustang registry..
klaus@early-mustang.com
Q: What’s the difference between Big Block and Small Block Engines for Classic Cars?
What’s the difference between Big Block and Small Block Engines for Classic Cars? How much horsepower are in each.
I’m also looking for any kind of info about differents engines in different cars in the mid 60’s and early 70’s.
A: About 150 hp
Q: What are good, cheap classic cars to buy?
I am only 15 so I can’t go on the roads yet 
However, i love classic cars and i was wondering which are good ones to buy, but also cheap. I was looking to pick a cheap one up that needs work. I am only interested in safe ones, not Minis as they are too low. Also, would it be expensive to insure a classic car at 17? I live in the UK btw
A: I think you should look for something you like. Have a goal, but keep your mind open. It seems like you already have an idea. So to start off, try saving up and keeping the cars in mind. That way when you see a good bargain you won’t have to pass because you’re broke. Also, if you’re looking to fix it up saving is even better.
Q: Want to deal in vintage and classic cars (pre-1945) But dont have the capital. What to do?
Besides OWNING a vintage car can anyone tell me if there are other wways of dealing in classic cars and profitingfrom them? Would like to buy one, have it appreciate, sell it and re-invest in more expensive models. Dont have the means. Any suggestions? Also: a used car dealer license is on $75.00 in michigan
A: An honest question. This is a field loaded with lots of people looking to make a quick buck.
That aside, you’ll need to become very knowledgeable on antique cars and trucks.
Most of the well off dealers are the ones who have done their homework and beat on certain cars to become the next money makers.
Q: Is there a video game that lets you restore classic cars?
I am interested in finding a video game that will let you take an old junker car and restore it. Does anyone know a game that lets you do this? If not that maybe just a game that lets you race classic cars. Thanks
A: try,
scar face -the world is yours
driver parallel lines
grand theft auto sanandreas
gta IV
but remember these require high end configuration
about 1GB ram,DVD drive,256MB graphics card(suggested 512MB)
Q: will classic cars be illegalised because of the new laws on emmissions and mpg?
and if not will there be huge taxes for the owners of classic cars?
A: Not likely. There are so few classic cars in relation to the number of new cars on the road that their poor mileage and lack of emmissions controls make very little impact on the air or on oil usage in the country overall.
Besides not being a lot of classic cars on the road, most classic cars that are still around aren’t driven much anyway – I own 1 and my Dad owns 2 and we probably don’t drive them even 1000 miles per year combined.
Q: Can somebody give me a good website 4 classic cars?
I am looking 4 pics of beautiful, tinted up, classic cars: galaxy, fleetwood caddy, ect… Also, any nwer cars like the mitsubishi eclipse, Lexus LF-A, Chevy Impala, ect…
I am looking 4 cars that have been pimped out.
A: www.hemmings.com
www.caranddriver.com
www.motortrend.com
www.autoanything.com
Use Google and I’m sure you’ll find about ten thousand sites where you can find pictures of “tricked out” cars and trucks. Good luck
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