Readers' Rides

1973 AMC Gremlin X - Readers' Rides
Here's my 1973 AMC Gremlin X. I’m the original owner. It has 33,000 miles, a factory V-8 and is unrestored. I pulled it out six years ago after sitting in a 10’ x 10’ shed for 26 years. Submitted by Jeff Lombard, West Michigan
1948 Buick Special Sedanette - Readers' Rides
Here is my 1948 Buick Special Sedanette, with a 5” chopped top, 350 GM motor, 350 Turbo transmission, shaved handles and trunk. I purchased it from my neighbor, Joe Loughney, who worked at Scranton Buick for forty years
1956 Chevy 210 Sedan - Readers' Rides
Here is a photo of my 1956 Chevy 210 Sedan. The paint is fire pepper red. The car has been lowered and has a 4” Cowl hood. The engine is a 355hp Crate motor backed by a rebuilt 700R4.
1956 Chevy Sedan Delivery - Readers' Rides
Here is my 1956 Chevy Sedan Delivery. It is powered by a 396/350hp, 400 Turbo trans, 3:23 posi 12 bolt, has p/s, p/b, a/c, t/w, and was body off-frame restored.
1950 Ford - Readers' Rides
This is my 1950 Ford I bought from Auto Round-Up, Volume 7, Number 781, May 15, 2011. The paint is dark metallic blue with flames, has new interior, dual exhaust and flathead engine.
1953 Chevy Coupe - Readers' Rides
Here is my 1953 Chevy Coupe. It is powered by a 350 motor, 350 transmission, has a ‘71 Nova rear end, has new wiring, lines, glass and on the motor new oil pump, water pump, alternator, starter and battery, also new tires, headers and exhaust.
1955 Buick Special - Readers' Rides
Here is our 1955 Buick Special. It has a 4 1/2-inch chop, 355 Chevy Turbo 350 engine, shaved door handles, louvered hood, and a continental kit. We have owned this car for at least 20 years. This car has a lot of history.
1957 Ford Fairlane 500 - Readers' Rides
Here is my 1957 Ford Fairlane 500, 2dr, h/t, 292 Ford engine Y-block, 2-speed Ford-o-matic transmission, House of Kolor Tangelo Pearl, interior orange and white-rolled and pleated, padded dash.
1960 DeSoto Fireflite - Readers' Rides
This is my 1960 DeSoto Fireflite, 2-door, hardtop. The 1960 was the last full year of production for the DeSoto and by this time Chrysler was basically using a Chrysler body with DeSoto trim and grill.
1934 Willys - Reader's Rides
This is my 1934 Willys, 2-door, sedan they never made, front half is 1934 Willys, 4-door, rear half is 1931 Vicky body. It is a great driver with a 355 Chevy engine, automatic transmission.
The 1970 1/2 Falcon Wagon - Readers' Rides
The 1970 1/2 Falcon Wagon started life as a ground crew car for United Airline at Los Angeles Airport. It had two owners in Oregon and I got it in August 2010. Students at Holmes and Ashland Career Center did the body work and paint.
1957 Chevrolet - Readers' Rides
This is my 1957 Chevrolet. 2-door, hardtop. It is a Senior National AACA winner. I have owned my 1957 Chevrolet since January 6, 1964. Submitted by Raymond Conatser, Lebanon, TN
1965 Ford Mustang - Readers' Rides
I and the owner of this 1965 Ford Mustang 2x2 Fastback. It has been repainted to its original color, midnight blue metallic. It is powered by a 289ci, 4bbl and a 4spd A-code.
1951 Cadillac - Readers' Rides
This is my 1951 Cadillac I purchased in 1956 and drove 226,000 miles. I restored it in 1972. It is powered by a 390ci 1961 Cadillac engine, transmission, 12V, has electric windows, power brakes from 1962, dual master cylinder and dual exhausts.
1962 Chevrolet - Readers' Rides
This 1962 Chevrolet was special ordered by the original owner. It is a Special, 4-door hardtop with a 327 motor, factory air and a factory 4-speed. This auto only has 22,000 miles and looks like new inside and outside.
1972 Ford LTD - Readers' Rides
I am the second owner of this 1972 Ford LTD, 4-door, sedan, with 35,000 miles. All original, paint, vinyl top, 400ci engine, automatic trans, and it’s a numbers-matching with original interior.
Ford Speedster - Readers' Rides
I am a longtime Auto Round-Up fan and enjoy every issue. Have even sold a car in the Round-Up. This is a Ford Speedster that I built on a ‘29 Model A frame I kept the same front end and rear drive and fabricated a cowl and firewall.
1966 Plymouth Fury III - Readers' Rides
I have subscribed to Auto Round-Up for many years and have enjoyed it very much. I have been an old car nut since my teenage years. I now have a 1966 Plymouth Fury III that I have owned for 18 years. The car has just under 18,000 original miles.
1936 DeSoto - Readers' Rides
This 1936 DeSoto won first place in your 2004 No-Go Car Show. We bought it in Tacoma, WA when we lived in the northwest. It needed a complete restoration. We did a frame-off restoration on the car. Chuck did the brakes and mechanical work on it.
1957 Chevy Bel Air - Readers' Rides
I am an avid reader of your very superb magazine and has been for a number of years now. I’m a “die hard” old car buff and Dallas Cowboys fan! Believe that! I would like to share this family heirloom with my fellow readers.
1962 Morris Minor Traveler - Readers' Rides
These are several photos of 'Woody', our 1962 Morris Minor Traveler. It was purchased in AR from a guy who picked it up in MO. It had a little over 25,000 on the gauge and OK plates.
1956 Ford Crown Victoria - No! You Are Not Seeing Double
NO. You're NOT seeing double! Long-time subscribers Ken Colbert from Mt. Pleasant, PA and Andy Ansel from Acme, PA really do have black and white 1956 Ford Crown Victorias.
1956 Lincoln Premiere - Readers' Rides
This is my 1956 Lincoln Premiere. I am the third owner of this 65,000 mile black beauty. It has a 368 4bbl engine with full power, steering, brakes, seats, windows and antenna, no air.
1939 Buick Special - Readers' Rides
This is my 1939 Buick Special. I took my drivers test in a 1939 Buick Special, 4-door when I was 16 that my Dad owned. My car has a 350 engine, 350 transmission, p/s, p/b, p/d/l, p/w, p/vent windows, trunk release, c/c, t/t/w.
1954 Chevy 210 Gasser - Readers' Rides
I have wanted one of these 1954 Chevy 210 Gasser all my life and at the age of 63, I finally got one. It has a 454 bored 30 over, Tunnel Ram with 2-4 barrels, putting out 525hp.
1956 Ford Sunliner - Readers' Rides
These are my two cars I own. They are a 1956 Ford Sunliner, convertible, 292, a/t, 75k miles, Fiesta red and white. The other is a 1956 Ford Club Sedan, powered by a 429, C6 automatic transmission, suicide doors, p/w, T-Bird interior.
1958 Edsel Pacer - Readers' Rides
This beautiful 1958 Edsel Pacer is a sports two doors, and is a hardtop. It is powered by 361ci engine, has cruiser skirts, Lake pipes, spinner hubcaps, and a low 80,000 original miles. A very nice ride for me and my wife!
1967 Chevelle Super Sport - Readers' Rides
I bought this ‘67 Chevelle Super Sport in May of 1976 from a guy in Westminster, CO. It was grey with a black vinyl top. It had the 396 Chevy big block engine and the same Muncie 4spd that is still in it.
1961 Ford Galaxie Starliner - Readers' Rides
In 1961 while working as a door to door milkman in Ohio, I passed the Ford dealership every afternoon. One day the showroom window was filled with the most beautiful red car I had ever seen, a 1961 Ford Galaxie Starliner.
1968 Dodge Charger - Readers' Rides
Back in 1968, a new Dodge Charger with a 426 Hemi, touched it off next to my ‘41 Plymouth Coupe, (flatty 6 with 3spd on the tree). It laid more rubber in 2nd gear than the ‘41 had laid it its life.
1940 Ford Panel Delivery - Readers' Rides
Here is my picture of my 1940 Ford Panel Delivery. I have owned it for 24 years. I traded a 1966 El Camino that was an everyday driver for this 1940 Ford basket case, title for title.
1995 Lumina Monte Carlo Z-34 Brickyard 400 Pace Car
Ted and Linda Skidmore of Salem, OH owns this 1995 Lumina Monte Carlo Z-34 Brickyard 400 Pace Car which they purchased new in 1995. The car is powered by 200hp, 3.4L fuel injected V6 with a 4spd a/t, it was #40 of only 400 in the production line.
1971 Chevelle - Readers' Rides
Frank Aquino of Warwick, RI has owned this 1971 Chevelle for 20 years.
1941 Ford - Readers' Rides
Here is my 1941 Ford pickup. I enjoy your Truck & Auto Round-Up magazines. Keep up the good work!
1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo - Readers' Rides
This is our 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Coupe, which we purchased in 2000. This car is all original, stock with low mileage, the paint is white and has red stripes.
1956 Chevy Cameo - Readers' Rides
I am the fifth owner of this ‘56 Chevy Cameo. It is an original North Carolina truck and had only 64,000 miles on it when I bought it.
1948 Ford F-1 - Readers' Rides
We are the third owners of this beautifully restored 1948 Ford F-1. Five years ago we lost a son to cancer and gained a remembrance for life. We are now enjoying our new journey.
1956 Dodge Power Wagon - Readers' Rides
This is my 1956 Dodge Power Wagon fire truck. It’s very complete and original with very low miles. You can see it’s a real shed find. I live in Houston, TX and the truck was up in east TX about 180 miles from me.
1977 CJ-5 Model Jeep - Readers' Rides
These pictures are of my 1977 CJ-5 Model Jeep. I gave $800 for it. It was sitting in the woods in Dublin, VA next to Claylor Lake. The motor had a bad crank but it had a fiberglass tube that was in good shape
1971 Dodge 100 - Readers' Rides
This is my wife’s 1971 Dodge 100 pickup that we bought years ago at a car show in Iola, WI. I call it my wife’s truck as she talked me into buying it.
1946 Studebaker - Readers' Rides
This is my 1946 Studebaker pickup, 1 1/2T, dually flatbed, now a pickup with new homemade bed, 350 small block Chevy motor, 700R4 trans, 3:73 limited slip rear end.
1964 Barracuda - Readers' Rides
This is my 1964 Barracuda I owned one that looked just like it in 1967. It is powered by a 273, 4spd on the floor, and is Regal gold with black interior.
1953 Chevrolet - Readers' Ride
My deceased Dad used this 1953 Chevrolet truck in his General Electric Appliance Business. I just ended up keeping it. Like most old cars I have, they were part of the family.
1956 Ford Crown Victoria - Readers' Ride
My love for the 1956 Ford Crown Victoria started when I was 17 years old and I am now 72.
1960 Cadillac - A Star Was Born
A few years ago, we got word about a ‘60 Cadillac 4 door hardtop available for $3,500. Grandpa willed the Caddy to his young grandson. Made a fast highway ride to check it out.
1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II - Readers' Ride
I always thought it would be neat to own a Rolls-Royce and was looking for one for a few years.
1972 Buick Skylark - Readers' Ride
Hi, I am a 1972 Buick Skylark. I was born in Flint, MI. Everyone says I am cute. I have crystal blue paint, landau vinyl roof, bucket seats, a/t on floor, and an 89 track tape player.
His And Hers Ford Victorias
HIS AND HERS FORD VICTORIAS. These two beautiful 1956 Ford Crown Victorias are proudly owned by a husband and wife team. We have owned the red and white one for 18 years. Submitted by Don and JoAnn Latino. Donaldsonville, LA
1955 Nash Metropolitan - Nasty 1
NASTY1, that’s what the Maryland vanity tag reads on this custom built jewel, owned by father and son duo, Richard Sexton and Kenny Sexton of Darlington, Maryland.
1967 Dodge Dart GT - Readers' Ride
This is my 1967 Dodge Dart GT. It is powered by a 273ci, 4spd, Competition cam, solid lifter and 3 deuces, 3:91 posi-traction. I have proudly owned this car for 18 years. This was submitted by John Hughes, Sr Washington, PA
1970 Challenger R/T - In Memory Of Larry Detjen
This 1970 Challenger R/T was built October 1969. First driven by a factory representative, Mr. Decker. Then it went to his kids who used it until 1974,
1965 Corvair Corsa Convertible - Readers' Ride
This is my restored and slightly customized 1965 Corvair Corsa Convertible. I have owned different models of Corvairs since their beginning in 1960, but never a convertible until I saw an ad in Auto Round-Up in 2006. It was “The One”.
1967 SS Chevelle - Readers' Ride
I bought this 1967 SS Chevelle in 1977 when it had 50k miles, now has approximately 280k.
1964 Buick Special - Readers' Ride
This is a photo of my 1964 Buick Special. It is powered by a V6, a/t and has only 24,000 actual miles. The options include power seat, remote mirror, tilt wheel, seat belts, Road wheels and vanity mirror.
Starsky and Hutch Ford Gran Torino Replica
A picture of our fourth Starsky and Hutch Ford Gran Torino Replica that my son and I have restored. Many of the parts used on the car have been purchased through your publications.
1971 Chevy Chevelle “Heavy Chevy”
The year was 1971, I was just 21 years old. I ventured out looking for a new car. The first car I looked at was a 1971 Hornet SST 360, 4spd. The second car I looked at was a 1971 Chevelle
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air - Readers' Rides
This is my 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible. I just completed a three year complete frame-off restoration, parts and sheet metal from four donor cars.
A rare look at a 1937 Plymouth 1/2T Pickup
A rare look at a 1937 Plymouth 1/2T pickup. Plymouth built pickups from 1937 to 1941 after World War II they never produced anymore.
1942 Ford convertible - April Love
It started back in 1957 when a movie came out called “April Love” starring Pat Boone. Pat went to live on his uncle’s horse farm where he found an old 1942 Ford convertible parked in the barn.
1956 Plymouth Belvedere - Readers' Rides
I read your article about the vintage camper trailers and thought you may like to see my rig. It’s a 1956 Plymouth Belvedere, 4dr, h/t. They list it as a Sports Sedan. Mine has a 277ci V8 with p/s, p/b.
1952 Henry J - Readers' Rides
Here are some pictures of my good friend Jim Thompson's 1948 Austin (Pro Street) and my 1952 Henry J (the "Hairy Canary"). He lived a block behind me in Westfield, New Jersey and now lives in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky.
1959 GMC Suburban - Readers' Rides
Ralph M. Wescott of Largo, FL is a collector of GMCs. This is just one of many in his collection. I have owned this 1959 GMC Suburban Pickup, for 15 years, it sports 50 factory accessories, and has won 1st Place truck in the AACA Grand Nationals.
1955 Ford F100 - Readers' Rides
This is my 1955 Ford F100. It sports a Camaro front, p/d/b, 10 bolt Camaro rear, Camaro Quick steer, SB 400, Turbo 350, Cadillac t/t/w, American Racing 15” aluminum BFG’s TA’s, “C”ed fame, 4” front, 6 1/2 rear.
1941 M-5 Studebaker - Readers' Rides
Above is a 1941 M-5 Studebaker 1/2 ton pickup with the Deluxe Equipment Group. It is a documented original. I believe it to be the only documented original of the 280 produced in late 1940 left in existence.
1936 Ford Rat Rod Ramp Truck - Readers' Rides
This is a 1936 Ford Rat Rod Ramp truck. It is fully functional and a dolly is used behind it to haul two cars at one time. It was put on a 1995 E350 chassis that was a dump truck.
1947 Plymouth Special Deluxe Coupe - Readers' Rides
This 1947 Plymouth Special Deluxe Coupe came out of a junkyard in the md ‘80s and was striped of all chrome and body trim. All the seams and trim holes were filled with body fill as were a lot of rust holes.
1968 Chrysler 300 Convertible - Readers' Rides
I want to show your readers my 1968 Chrysler 300 convertible, it is in original condition. There were only 2,100 built. She is a survivor! Owned by “Porky” Edwards of Pittsburgh, PA
Rare 1961 Ford Econoline - Readers' Rides
This is a rare 1961 Ford Econoline pickup built and owned for 30 years by Samuel and Sarah Shade of Petersburg, PA. It features a 289 V8, a/t, dual sunroof, power windows
1955 CHEVY BEL AIR
1955 CHEVY BEL AIR. Convt, 265 V8 w/power pack, twin exhaust & Carter 4bbl carb, has had several tops, sets of tires but no overhauls, carb has never been off car & still runs like a “Scalded Ape”
1963 1/2 FORD GALAXIE 500
1963 1/2 FORD GALAXIE 500. I owned one like this when I was 16. I always regretted selling it. On my 50th birthday I told my wife I wanted another ‘63 Galaxie 500. I found this one it had been stored in a garage for 23 years.
1968 Chevy Van 90 - Readers' Rides
This is my 1968 Chevy Van 90. It has a 6 cylinder, 250 engine with 3spd on the column. The kids love it! Owned by Jack P. Hott, Chesaning, MI
1968 Plymouth Road Runner - Readers' Rides
This is my project 1968 Plymouth Road Runner. I bought this from an ad in your great magazine over five years ago! It was in horrible condition with most good parts missing. I started the resto all those years ago and finished the summer of 2009.
1983 GMC - Readers' Rides
This is my 1983 GMC truck coming off the trailer. It was purchased in Sante Fe, New Mexico. It is a 2 owner, all original, 110,000 miles with a V6, a/t, p/s, p/b, a/c, t/w, c/c, p/d/l, p/w,
1957 Ford -  Readers' Rides
Gary and Donna Darling of Ashland, KY are proud of their 1957 Ford, 2dr, h/t, a true survivor. It is powered by a 312ci engine, a/t, p/s, p/b, original paint and interior, has only 62,000 miles and has won many trophies.
1938 Ford Deluxe Convertible Coupe
Here is a picture of our newly restored 1938 Ford Deluxe Convertible Coupe. One of only 4,702 produced. The car was a total basket case, all floors were replaced along with Cowl panel patches,
1941 Chevrolet
Enclosed are some photos of our recently completed ‘41 Chevy. It features a “worked” 403 Olds, 200 4R trans, 3:08 Nova rear and Mustang II suspension. Our object was to come up with something different.
 1964 Ford Falcon Futura
This is my 1964 Ford Falcon Futura. I have done a ground-up restoration. It is powered by a built 302 engine and 4spd transmission.
1952 Henry J
Art Bigelow, Vice President of the Southern Knights of Central Kentucky, sent in his fresh new ride. It is a 1952 Henry J (built by Kaiser Frazier Corp)
1948 Morris
Chuck Walker of Galena Park, TX sent us pictures of his 1948 Morris. It is powered by a 526ci Ford motor and has a C6 trans with shift kit B&M shifter, Mustang II front.
1956 Ford Crown Victoria
I’m so proud of this 1956 Ford Crown Victoria, my husband restored for me; it’s a show stopper and has won best of show more than once.
1971 Chevelle
Frank Aquino of Warwick, RI has owned this 1971 Chevelle for 20 years. It has a GM Crate 350, Turbo 400, ‘87 Camaro 15” wheels.
1967 Camaro
Robert Smith of Maggie Valley, North Carolina has owned this 1967 Camaro for seven years. It’s a clone but all Camaro, 396/375, 4spd, 12 bolt posi with a Summit locker.
1977 Oldsmobile 442
This is my wife and I with our 1977 Oldsmobile 442. Its all original, has a rare 403ci engine, red and white with all white interior. I understand Richard Petty won two major NASCAR races with one like this. We’ve owned it for two years.
1937 Packard
I have owned this 1937 Packard V12 convertible coupe for over 51 years, It has over 100,000 miles. Submitted by John A. Peterson, East Hampton, CT
1940 Ford Panel
Here is my picture of my 1940 Ford Panel Delivery. I have owned it for 24 years. I traded a 1966 El Camino that was an everyday driver for this 1940 Ford basket case, title for title.
1962 Chevy Impala SS
Here is a picture of my 1962 Chevy Impala SS parked at the “Back To The Bricks” car show 08-17-07 in downtown Flint, MI.
1929 Chevy Pick-Up Street Rod
A little different Street Rodder at heart, my husband has been going to Car Shows and Cruise’s for 30 years. As you can see he has a 1929 Chevy Pick-Up Street Rod that pulls a trailer behind it. Yes, the trailer is a real coffin.
1953 Chevy Sedan
Arthur Wright of Hillsboro, OH has owned this 1953 Chevy Sedan since the fall of 1995. A mild custom 2dr, powered by a ‘62 Chevy 6cyl motor with split manifolds, 3spd transmission, Lake pipes, license frame
1985 Chevy Caprice Coupe
This is our 1985 Chevy Caprice Coupe we purchased a few years ago. It is powered by a 4.3 V6 fuel injected engine. We were on our way to have breakfast when we saw this car for sale.
1957 Oldsmobile
I have been blessed with two ‘57 Oldsmobiles. The black one is an 88, 2dr, h/t, 371 with J-2 set up. The red convertible is an 88 and has a ‘82 Oldsmobile 350 and 750R4. I have had these for years.Submitted by Charles P. Smith of Jacksonville, FL
1969 Mercury Cougar Convertible
This is my 1969 Mercury Cougar Convertible which was a basket case when I bought it. It has taken me, part time with my sons, about three years to get it at this condition.
1951 Crosley Super Sport
This 1951 Crosley Super Sport was the Grand Prize in a contest by Mission Orange of California. This car has only 12k miles. It still has its original tires, top, seats and the jack is still in its box. Owned by Steve Gillie of Springboro, OH
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1955 Packard 400
This is an untouched 1955 Packard 400 Hardtop Coupe. Car has 47,000 miles and is all original. It even has an original 1950's car telephone installed.
1980 Ford Thunderbird
This is my 1980 Ford Thunderbird. It is powered by a V8.
1965 Corvette Stingray & 1970 Chevelle SS 396
My two classic babies are a 1970 Chevelle SS 396 and a 1965 Corvette Stingray convertible.