Vintage Auto Appraisal will once again be at the 2026 Carlisle Chrysler Nationals between Thursday July 9th – Sunday July 12th, 2025. We will be doing Special “What’s It Worth’s?” and other Features like On The Road With Johnny B and What's It Worth?. Showcasing Dreamy Dodge's, Perky Plymouth's, Crazy Chrysler's, Awesome AMC’s and any Mighty Mopar that proudly wears the Chrysler Pentastar Logo. We will be at the show for our 29th year at our cool indoor SPACE # BZ1 in the Z

Despite your feelings on the Chrysler K-Car it was a milestone vehicle. Its saved Chrysler from almost certain bankruptcy. It also saved Lee Iacocca and aging Chysler from itself. By the late 1970′s all of Chryslers offerings were dinosaurs. When the K-Car came out in 1981 it was a fresh sheet of paper for sinking Chrysler. Small by standards of the day it offerd front wheel drive in tidy but roomy platform. The 1982 LeBaron Convertibles were also milestone cars due to the f

By the mid 1980′s Chrysler figured out once again speed sells. Gone were the days of Hemi Cuda’s and 340 Demon’s. The new Chrysler products were mostly based on small front wheel drive cars that were based on either the K-Car platform or the Omni platform. That speed was not done the old fashioned way with raw horsepower but with lightweight and turbo charging Chrysler’s workhorse engine the 2.2 liter four cylinder. Chrysler CEO Lee Iacocca called on his Ole Texas buddy Carr

In the world of high dollar Muscle Cars it tough sometimes to get respect. When you are “getting no respect” AMC its hard to stand out in a world full of Cuda’s, Mustangs and Big Block Camaro’s. For much of its history AMC was considered an outside looking in compared to the Big Three. Despite being the Rodney Dangerfield of Muscle Cars AMC produced some the most potent tire burners money could buy. After the solid sales of the original 2 seater AMX the Go Fast Boys at AMC h

Driven by victories in NASCAR and the influx of stylish cars from Europe Chrysler wanted to boost its image America’s performance car brand. After World War II Chrysler was known for its engineering but was considered frumpy and old fashioned. For model year 1955 they introduced the C300. The “C” standing for “Coupe” and the “300″standing for its horsepower. Powered by a soon to be famous 5.4 liter “HEMI” it sported dual 4 barrel carbs and solid lifters. Style guru Vigil Exn

Introduced in 1969 The Dodge Challenger and it’s Chrysler brother the Plymouth Barracuda was Dodge’s first real challange against the Ford Mustang and Chevy Camaro. The Challenger had it all. Steve McQueen good looks and muscle car performance. You could get your Challenger with engines ranging from the trusty 225 “Slant Six” or the tire melting 426 Hemi V8. You could check the option box for either a 4 speed manual trans with a “Pistol Grip”shifter or the rock solid Torque-

If your old and craggly like me you remember the ole days before the internet and buying junk from a mail order catalog. Heavy hitters like JC Penny, JC Whitney, Radio Shack and perhaps the Grand Poobah of all of them was Sears and Roebuck Company. Back in olden times you waited with anticipation for the mail man to deliver a gaggle of catalogs enabling you to do mail order shopping decades before the Internet, Amazon, eBay, Google and online shopping were even a glint in th

I was raised in the 1960′s. In fact born July 4th 1960. So yes I’m a Yankee Doodle Dandy and a big fan of an old fashioned American road trip. Long before cable TV, reality TV and Nav Systems people climbed in their no A/C bench seated road hogs and took a family trip. You had no I-Pod or videos just an AM radio and my Dad’s 1964 Buick Electra 225. Gas was cheap so if you got 12 MPG in your highway barge you were king of the road. We took alot of trips when I was young. We w

The classic car market is a fascinating realm where nostalgia meets investment potential. As enthusiasts and collectors flock to auctions and shows, understanding the trends that shape this market can be crucial for anyone looking to buy, sell, or simply appreciate classic automobiles. This guide will explore the current trends in the classic car market, the factors influencing these trends, and what they mean for collectors and investors alike. Understanding the Classic Car

The vintage auto market is a fascinating realm where nostalgia meets investment potential. As enthusiasts and collectors flock to acquire classic cars, understanding the factors that influence their values becomes crucial. Whether you are a seasoned collector or a newcomer to the vintage auto scene, knowing what drives prices can help you make informed decisions. In this post, we will explore the key elements that affect vintage auto values, from rarity and condition to marke

Classic cars are more than just vehicles; they are a passion, a hobby, and often a significant investment. Whether you are looking to buy, sell, or simply understand the value of a classic car, knowing how to appraise it accurately is crucial. This blog post will explore various classic car appraisal methods, helping you navigate the complexities of valuing these timeless machines. The Importance of Appraisal Before diving into the methods of appraisal, it’s essential to unde

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