Readers' Rides

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
Submit Your Vehicle to Auto Round-Up's Readers' Rides Column Today!
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.