Truck Spot: 1977 Jeep J-10 Honcho

This week's spot, a 77 Jeep J-10 Honcho, is a perfect example of a rugged, functional, and distinctive American pickup that became a cult classic for its blend of capability and style. It came standard with an AMC 360 V8 engine, often with a 4-barrel carburetor, and Dana 4-wheel drive. After AMC had acquired Jeep... Continue Reading →

September 14, 2025 0

Car Spot: 73 AMC Levi’s Gremlin

The start of an automotive fashion movement I get a lot of abuse for being such an American Motors geek. Part of it comes from my dad working there for 27 years in the Parts Division located in Milwaukee, but just thought they were cool. I know, it's a relative term. They always were able... Continue Reading →

August 31, 2025 0

Car Spot: 1st gen Datsun 240Z

Remember Datsun? Well, it's Nissan now and the Z car was one of its earliest successes in the US market.

July 27, 2025 1

Car Spot: ’67 Chevy Chevelle 2-Door Wagon SS 396

Here's something you don't see often, or ever, a 2-door '67 Chevelle SS wagon. Check this custom one-off out.

May 4, 2025 2

Car Spot: 69 AMX

Sporty performance at an affordable price In the 1960s the one thing that American Motors needed was an attention getter, something to pull the younger “in crowd” into the dealer showrooms and shake that stogy image of making cars your parents wanted to drive. That car was the AMX, a 69 just like this week's... Continue Reading →

March 23, 2025 0

Car Spot: 66 Ford Mustang Hertz Rent a Racer GT350-H

A fun ride for a weekend rip. OK, time for a little bit of honesty here. Who wouldn't jump at the chance to rent a hot car for the weekend? Boy if you don't have a hand up, you shouldn't be here reading my latest post because that's what it's all about. I'd love to... Continue Reading →