1950s Cars

if you had a choice and founds would you buy a new car or restor an old classic?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on August 31st, 2011

I bought a car thats been sitting for 30 years, how do I register it ?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on August 29th, 2011

I recently bought an old classic car, it’s been sitting since 1979, the original owner lost the title a long time ago. The car hasn’t been registered in so long I’ve been told it shouldn’t be in the DMVs computer system. How do I register it so I can start driving it.

Do you think the price of gas will ever go down?

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

I’m thinking of buy a classic car, maybe a 57 caddy but that has low gas mileage. Is there any way to improve the MPG? Do you think the gas will drop? When? I was planning on using my classic to go everywhere like work, bowling, college, etc.

Should I buy a VW Beetle or Type 3 station wagon?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on August 25th, 2011

I’m keen on getting aircooled VW, a 1971-75 model. It appears by the 70s the Beetle was as fast as a type 3 and even using the same 1600cc engine. On one hand, the later Superbugs ( Superbeetle in America) seem more civilised inside than a Type 3 but a type 3 Wagon can carry [...]

Buying a car off craigslist, safe to use paypal?

Written by 50s Cars Guide on August 23rd, 2011

I am buying a classic car off of craiglist, The car doesn’t run..but it is in decent shape. I have not seen the car, but by the pictures it is in decent shape. It is several hundred miles away. Can i use paypal for a safe transaction for the price of the car. It is [...]

I need help on buying a classic restored muscle car, but i dont really want a project car, daily driver?

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

I have about ,000 to spend+ what classic Mustangs are best? Pontiacs? Any common problems i should be aware of? i appreciate all help

What Classic Cars are cheap and cheap to insure?

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

I’m coming up to a point in my life when I need to buy a car. (16 years old UK). I want to get a classic car like a classic VW Beetle or an Austin Mini, something with real character and not a typical first car like a Peugeot 106. Have you any suggestions on [...]

Why would you buy a modern car when a classic is a lot better?

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

I got my first car 22 months ago, a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle. It’s in 8/10 condition, 100% completely stock, runs like new, 65K original miles, not a spec of rust (not even in the battery compartment), heat works, etc. It is extremely reliable and parts are cheaper than corresponding parts for my lawnmower (ex a [...]

what questions to ask when buying a classic car?

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

thinking of buying a 1966-69 ford mustang. i was wondering what questions i should be asking the seller. i know nothing about cars, i need something that is solid enough to be a daily driver that isnt going to need much work for a while other than regular maintenence. i found a few but the [...]

rebuilt engin on a classic?

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

I am going to buy a classic car but i need to know the good and bads of a rebuilt engine =) thank you