The classic car world is possibly one of the most opinionated collecting pursuits known to man, and nearly everyone seems to have an opinion on relative values and desirability.

Each car on the list has at one time or another been deemed by “experts” to be hopeless as a collectible and each has one thing in common – they’ve skyrocketed in value.

RS 57_Studebaker_Golden_Hawk Greg Gjerdingen

1956-58 Studebaker Golden Hawk

Poor Studebaker, the cars of the ill-fated favorite son of South Bend, Ind., never seemed to get the same love from collectors as the cars of the Big Three. But they may be getting the last laugh. (more…)

Classic American cars, while full of style and presence, weren’t known for their ability to stretch miles out of a gallon of fuel.

These are five of are exceptions to the rule, all capable of at least 20 miles per gallon, which was good back in the day. (more…)

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