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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Is there an age limit for a street legal car in new jersey?

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

Im really hoping to buy a classic car for everyday use. Is there a "car age limit" in the state of new jersey, ie- can i drive a ’69 camaro ss all day everyday?

Top 5 classic muscle cars…?

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

I’m going to buy a few cars in the near future…and I’m trying to determine what would be best. I want the cars to be special…not a damn run of the mill Mustang. I like the Mustang Mach 1, ’79 GTO Judge, ’71 Barracuda…. So what’s your opinion?

Should i buy a classic car & use as a daily driver?

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

I’m thinkin of sellin my 1999 eclipse & buying a 1979 Trans Am. I love classic American muscle cars. I’m afraid that if I use a classic like that as a daily driver that it’ll break down constantly. I can’t afford to get one as a 2nd car. Have any thoughts on this? What should [...]

How much would it cost to restore a classic car?

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

I might buy a Jensen-Healey which is in good condition under the hood but it is literally sitting under bags of garbage. The interior is pretty good but could use some TLC. How much would it cost to clean up a classic car. Maybe a new hood, new interior (seats). I’m not asking to change [...]

What is a good relatively cheap car that has a classic 70s muscle look?

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

But doesn’t have a massive v8 with huge power? I want to buy a car that looks like a Charger or Mustang or something but I want something economical. Does such a car exist? Im a girl and I can appreciate the power of all those awesome cars but I really want something just for [...]

Suppose you own classic cars, and you drive them around for years and people are always stopping and asking?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on June 20th, 2011

if you’ll sell? And you don’t want to sell. Then, when you absolutely MUST sell one, you can drive it around with a For Sale sign, you can list it in the paper and on Craig’s List, you can contact the same people who have always wanted to buy it, and show it dozens of [...]

What is a good roadster classic?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on June 18th, 2011

I am looking for a cheap classic car. Either to restore or just to buy. Preferably a 2 seater convertable. I want it to be old but still be able to be upgraded.

I have some money sitting aaround and i am interested in buying a old classic car, restoring it, and selling.?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on June 16th, 2011

i would buy all the parts, but considering labor costs.

what kind of gas do classic cars take?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on June 14th, 2011

when i get older im going to buy a 1970 chevelle. i was just wonderin, what kind of gas do i have to fill it up with, regular super etc?

When buying classic cars…?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on June 12th, 2011

I want to buy one like this, but how do you pay for it? Do people usually want cash? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Dodge-Charger-R-T-SE-1969-Dodge-Charger-R-T-440-4-Speed-Mopar-/300563791217?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item45faff7d71#ht_500wt_1182