Tag: 1970s

1970 VW Slantback in East Austin
VW made 2.5 million of the Type 3 , including the wagon, from 1961 to 1973. 1.6 liter boxer air cooled four cylinder.

A GM Man’s East Austin Backyard
Two 1974 cars, and a 1981 Caddy.

Alpine-Renault A110 Berlinette Rally Car at Motoreum
Using a Renault rear engine, these lovely small cars dominated the rally circuit in the early 70s.

1979 Avanti II for Sale in East Austin
Spotted this rare car on my way to Manor, the Avanti IIs were built by ex-Studebaker dealers after Studebaker’s demise. Has a Chevy 350 cu. in. V8 and ran several months ago. Owner wants about $9000.

1970 Mercury Monterey Convertible in East Austin
390 cu. in. V8, once used in a Hollywood movie, very nice car.

1973 Porsche 914 For Sale in East Austin
This car is driven regularly.

C3 Corvette at Cedar Park Goodwill
Likely a 1982 Corvette with 350 cu.in V8. Warming to these cars but has some very nice lines, esp. around the wheels.