1950's Cars

The aftermath of World War II was a fertile breeding ground for the sports cars of the 1950s. Everyone needs money, and Americans had plenty to spend after World War II. That in a nutshell explains the parade of new sports cars that charmed Americans in the 1950s.

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How can I get a title for my classic car if I lost the title years ago?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on May 30th, 2011

I had bought the car in 1996 from a guy in Virginia. My parents(I was 14 at the time) most likely didnt transfer the title into my name because MI doesnt have a record of the title. Now im in the military in North Carolina and brought the car down here. How can I get [...]

why are older cars re-emerging as popular now?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on May 28th, 2011

Reading through several questions and answers I found that personality in addition to reliability and cost have large parts to play in people’s decisions. There is no truly American made car anymore, and by most people’s standards they don’t care if their car is made in America or not as long as it’s affordable. If [...]

How to register a classic car without a title in NY?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on May 26th, 2011

I bought a 1964 car last summer, and now i am looking to put it on the road. In 1964 the did not issue titles to cars, but now it is required when you register your car. So how do i go around this? I have the past two registrations and a bill of sale.

what cars can i restore for under £3000?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on May 24th, 2011

i want to buy a classic car to repair and restore over a period of time i would start in the summer, i currently have £3000 ish to spend, and obviously over time i can save more to spend, i was thinking something like a beetle, but im 6 ft 4 so a mini is [...]

I need help with my Muscle car project?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on May 22nd, 2011

Im planning on either a) buying a restored muscle car(preferably a challenger, cuda, roadrunner, or chevelle) as cheap as possible or b) buying parts and a project car to work on. I would rather go with the purchasing of one but I am having difficulty finding a quality one in my price range 00-8000. If [...]

Classic car lovers, is this 69 Chevelle a good buy?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on May 21st, 2011

I’m looking at a 1969 Chevelle 4dr Malibu 307. I’m not looking to drag the car. I don’t need it to be really fast. I just need a reliable old car I can work on without breaking the bank. I just need to know if this is a good car and a good buy. I [...]

I want to buy a classic muscle car. Either a 1971 camaro or a Mustang from that era. Which would u recommend?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on May 19th, 2011

Im looking to buy a car that i can insure with classic car insurance (a car 20 years old or older). ?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on May 17th, 2011

I’m looking for a car with a small engine preferably under 1.4 but one that Is fast any suggestions I do like the peugeout 205 1.6 gti but the insurance may be a bit high so looking for a couple of alternatives. Thanks

Where's a good place to buy classic cars?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on May 15th, 2011

I want to buy a ’71 or ’72 Chevelle, but I don’t know where to look first..Don’t say eBay. >.>

How many miles would you allow on buying a classic Car?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on May 13th, 2011

A 1970 Galaxie. It has 126,000 miles on it. Same motor, clean, no re-finishes, but some of the paint is faded on the hood. HOw much would you say that Car is worth?