A Great Classic Car Photo Gallery to View Online

There is a timeless appeal about a classic car. Classic cars have outlasted trends and fads and are admired where ever they go. Classic car galleries are one way to view these classic beauties from the past.

A great online classic car gallery to enjoy is OldRide Car Photos. They offer thousands of photos for your viewing pleasure. From the early 1900's to the late 70's and beyond, you will be sure to find something that takes you back to the good ol' days.



Mercury Country Cruiser Station Wagon
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Classic Car Investing: Why You Need an Antique Car Appraisal

Your classic car appraisal will be the best weapon you have against potential scams. Antique cars are only as valuable as the parts that make them up. As an investor, you may be able to look at a car's condition and know whether you think it to be a good investment. This is where an appraiser offers great value to you.

Read more: Classic Car Investing: Why You Need an Antique Car Appraisal

Ford to End Production of Its Mercury Line

Ford Motor announced Wednesday that it would discontinue selling Mercury models this fall, ending a 71-year-old brand that once stood for innovation and speed but that became a “me, too” division.

Mark Fields, the president of Ford’s Americas region, said Ford directors approved the step on Wednesday. He said the company would focus its resources on its core Ford division as well as Lincoln.

Read more: Ford to End Production of Its Mercury Line by Michelle Maynard | The New York Times

Win tour of Jay Lenos LA garage

Win tour of Jay Leno's LA garage

Four lucky people will get to see more than great classic autos at the 33rd annual Concours d'Elegance auto show June 13 in Ault Park.

"Tonight Show" host Jay Leno has donated a special raffle prize: a private tour of his Los Angeles auto and motorcycle collection; four VIP tickets to his TV show; and a behind-the-scenes look at the Petersen Automotive Museum and Nethercutt Museum and Collection in Los Angeles.

Only 350 tickets will be sold at $100 each. They went on sale Saturday.

By Thursday, 39 had been purchased through the event Web site. All proceeds benefit the Arthritis Foundation and children with juvenile arthritis.

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NADAguides.com Awards 2011 Ford Mustang 'Car of the Month' for April -- COSTA MESA, Calif., April 2 /PRNewswire/ --

NADAguides.com, the leading provider of vehicle pricing and information, announced today the 2011 Ford Mustang is its "Car of the Month" for April. The 2011 Ford Mustang succeeds in taking every step possible to add to its muscle-car heritage, including an aggressive body style that looks even more similar to the 60's pony car enthusiasts have come to know and love. The 2011 Ford Mustang comes in two distinct models: A 3.7-liter, V6 producing 305 horsepower or the renowned 5.0-liter V8 producing 412 horsepower. Both models are equipped with superior driving dynamics and are perfectly mated to a six-speed manual transmission and rear wheel drive that leaves the rest of the herd in the dust. With multiple models and optional features such as a glass-top coupe or a convertible, the 2011 Mustang is even more versatile and customized for each owner's style following suit with the Mustang heritage of "the car to be designed by you". Since its introduction to the public in 1964, the Ford Mustang has been an American staple that both consumers and auto critics alike have fallen in love with. The 2011 Ford Mustang keeps that spark alive today with the creativity to satisfy both groups with its ongoing evolution.

Decoding a VIN on a Classic Car

Every vehicle has a unique vehicle identification number (VIN) that identifies the car make, location, year of manufacture and other pertinent information. Prior to the early 1980s, VIN formats varied depending on make and model of the vehicle. There are a variety of websites today that can decode your VIN, giving you the specifics on the production of the vehicle as well as the history of the vehicle. But what if you car doesn't have a 17 digit VIN? Chances are these online websites won't be able to give you the information you are looking for. Where to you turn to? Don't despair, there are a variety of car enthusiast forums where you will be able to seek help.

To get started, it is always beneficial to try a vehicle make specific site. For instance, if you have a Chevrolet try chevytalk.com. If you have a Chevrolet Nova, you can visit NovaResource.org If it's a Ford, you can order a Marti Report, Ford Motor Company's entire production database for the 1967-1979 model years.

If you are interested in decoding a variety of models, a great tool to try is on decodethis.com. There you can enter the VIN number in the search box. Another place to visit with a plethora of information is the OldRide Library where they have VIN's decoded for a variety of makes and models along with facts including production figures, color charts, engines specs and more.

If all else fails, you can always join an online car club that has a free forum where you can ask other classic car collectors and experts for help on decoding your VIN.

Classic Car Show Season

With winter behind most of us, the spring and summer months are ahead and that can only mean one thing....Car Show season! I love attending the local car events in my area; swap meets, auctions, cruise-ins, you name it. Oldride.com is one of the best sites to find classic car events in your area. They have thousands of events listed throughout the U.S. and Canada which is a great resource for classic car owners wanting to attend events to show off their pride and joy. Visit Oldride Events to learn more.