Used Classic Cars in Kansas

A Chevy 283-cu.

in. small-block V-8 powers this 1957 wagon. the engine has approximately 55,000 miles on a rebuild and that “it runs perfect, starts right up, and doesn’t burn or leak any oil. ” The engine is reported to run cool, thanks to an aluminum radiator with dual electric fans. A polished aluminum intake manifold, Edelbrock four-barrel

carburetor with an electric choke, Doug’s exhaust headers, and a Mallory ignition system are evident in the photos provided. the rebuilt Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 three-speed automatic transmission shifting as “pretty smooth with no clunks or thumps.

” The red body with a white roof paint scheme is a very popular Tri-Five combination. The paint condition as “near perfect” with no noted ripples, dents, or dings. As for rust, “There are a couple very tiny spots that were there when we purchased the vehicle and they have not grown in size at all. ” There are no cracks or scratches in the glass, the seals are good, and the car doesn’t leak. This 1957 Bel Air station wagon has

been reupholstered in the factory-correct two-tone red-and-black cloth/vinyl material. The factory steering column is topped by a custom billet steering wheel.

The stereo is an older cassette deck that came with the car. The front and rear springs were recently replaced, but most of the suspension components are as they were when the car was bought. Disc brakes were added in front, and drum brakes are used in back.

Used 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 26,052 miles, Red

The engine in the Pacific was Packard’s L-head straight-eight, displacing 359 cubic inches.

With a compression ratio of 8.7:1, the engine received its fuel mixture via a Carter four-barrel carburetor and was rated by the manufacturer at 212 horsepower. The engine in this Pacific is said to be original to the car, to retain its original factory

aluminum cylinder head, and start readily. The two-speed Ultramatic transmission in this car has been replaced by a newer Borg-Warner unit with three forward speeds plus overdrive. this Pacific was repainted three years ago in its original factory colors using PPG two-stage finishes.

The chrome appears to be complete and in very good condition, including the side spear, which look to be straight and undamaged. The hood ornament is specific to the large-engine 1954 Packard models. The underside is impressively clean with scant evidence of surface corrosion. The seat facings and interior panels are said to be newly covered in Pacific-specific upholstery using OEM materials. These materials

present as new, with no evidence of tears or wear. The front seat has been fitted with seat belts. The carpeting is also said to be new and presents as in excellent shape.

The headliner is reportedly original and said to be free of wrinkles and sags. The painted steel dashboard looks all but flawless, with excellent small controls and no indications that any trim is missing. The gauges present well, are said to be fully functional, and the Pacific also has its factory AM radio. The hydraulically operated window lifts are said to all operate properly. The car’s heater is functional.

Used 1954 85,000 miles Green

This Land Rover Series IIA is fitted with a 2.6-liter inline six-cylinder petrol engine.

The VIN corresponds with a 109-inch wheelbase and a six-cylinder from the factory. the engine has recently had a coolant flush, oil change, and a Stromberg carburetor in the last six months. The engine bay appears to be clean and looked after. The transmission

is a four-speed manual, hitched to a 2WD and 4WD transfer case, with two ranges, a neutral position and a provision for a PTO. The Marine Blue paint carries through to the interior on the dash, cab interior and inner door panels. The upholstery is black vinyl on the three seating positions, all of which appears to be in excellent condition with no damage in the photos.

The floor is covered by a fitted black rubber mat, which shows no wear. The dash features defroster ducts and levers to open the windshield frame vents. The instrument panel has two Jaeger gauge faces, one housing a water temp and fuel gauge with a warning light for charging, the other with a speedometer and warning lights

for oil pressure, cold start (mostly for diesels) and the high beams. The wipers, side lights and main lights are all operated via toggle switches, and the left side of the panel includes sockets for 12-volt banana plugs.

Used 1969 Land Rover Series II 49,000 miles, Blue

One of 2,934 such cars produced that year, this 1957 Pontiac Chieftain Safari two-door station wagon is presented as a functional car with its original engine.

It has benefited from recent mechanical attention. The Chieftain Safari was powered in 1957 by Pontiac’s 347-cu. in. OHV V-8. With a compression ratio of 10.0:1 when mated to the Hydra-Matic

transmission and a Rochester 2GC two-barrel carburetor, the Pontiac V-8 was rated by the manufacturer at 252 horsepower when new. The engine in this Chieftain Safari is said to be original to the car, with no stated rebuild history. Rapid start and no functional issues with the Hydra-Matic four-speed automatic transmission, with no powertrain leaks noted.

The engine bay presents as being stock and acceptably clean, in the provided photos. the body seals and weatherstripping are in leak-free condition, and states further that the car is free of rust. The chrome trim, including the massive side sweeps, appears to be straight and in very good, undamaged condition. The Chieftain Safari is

now outfitted with Oldsmobile flipper wheel covers. The grille looks to be free of damage. The seller reports the glass is in very good condition, and states that all lighting is functional.

the vinyl interior facings have been replaced. The materials present as being in excellent condition, with no tears or discoloration visible in the photos. The carpeting and headliner are reported to be in overall good condition. The steel dashboard, with a crack-free padded top, appears to be missing none of its trim, including the large, metalized insert, and presents strongly. All the instrumentation is reported to be properly operable except for the factory AM radio. The heater is termed operable.

The cargo area is fully carpeted and presents as being strongly clean.

the Pontiac’s springs and shock absorbers are entirely new and he reports no damage or modification to other existing components. The hydraulic drum brakes are also new, but will require adjustment. The manual steering is reported to function properly. The whitewall tires are reported to be new.

Used 1957 Pontiac Chieftain 5,334 miles, Black

The 350-cu.

in. small-block V-8 engine under the Chevelle’s hood is original and has not been rebuilt. The original intake and Rochester two-barrel carburetor have been replaced with an Edelbrock manifold and four-barrel carburetor (the original intake and carburetor have been retained and are available). The engine is said to start easily

and run well! The transmission is reported to shift “smoothly and crisply” through all of the gears. The car rolled out of the factory in Gulf Green, but was repainted Verdoro Green Metallic in 1998. The finish remains “pristine, ” with no dents, no scratches and no rust, but with a few stone chips from highway driving.

The glass and chrome are also said to be in great condition. The windshield has been replaced, but the rest of the glass is reported to be original, with no cracks or scratches noted. The window seals and moldings are also said to be in very good condition and a passenger’s side rearview mirror was added. All of the exterior lighting reportedly works normally.

Used 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu, 66,607 miles, Green

The current engine displacement of 502-cubic inches is more than double the 239-cubic inch Y-block V-8 that originally powered this truck.

Champion Performance in Centerline, Michigan professionally built the engine. The engine was blueprinted and balanced. High-performance components include an Ohio stroker crankshaft and “H beam” connecting

rods, a Comp Cams roller camshaft, 9.7:1 JE forged pistons, aluminum Cobra Jet cylinder heads, high-performance valve train, and a massive Pro Systems 1150-cfm carburetor. Ceramic-coated headers handle the spent gases. The engine produced 613 horsepower and 589 lb-ft of torque on the dyno.

no smoke or leaks. The high performance C6 three-speed automatic transmission has an ATI torque converter and is said to shift very quickly! The engine and transmission have about 1,200 miles on them. The flames are Matrix custom purple pearl accented with Process Blue pinstriping. The paint job is older (1999), but it’s in “great condition” except for a few touched-up chips.

Used 1954 Ford F-100 12,696 miles, Gray