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Made In The USA: The Ka-Bar® Blackout “Wrench Knife”

Ben Branch September 2, 2026
Ka-Bar Blackout Wrench Knife 4
  • Gear
  • Knives

This is the The Ka-Bar® Blackout Wrench Knife, it’s the newer black version of the popular Forged Wrench Knife released by the American knife and tool-making company first released back in 2020. This simple,…

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For Sale: A South African-Market-Only 1972 Chevrolet El Camino

Ben Branch September 1, 2026
South African Chevrolet El Camino
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

This is a rare South African-market-only 1972 Chevrolet El Camino, and if you think it looks an awful lot like a Holden ute, you’re more right than you know. Known as “coupe utilities” in…

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The 850 BHP Proformance Godzilla Supercharged 7.3 Liter Crate Engine

Ben Branch September 1, 2026
Proformance Godzilla Supercharged 7.3 Liter Crate Engine
  • Extraordinary Engines For Sale

This is the Proformance-built, supercharged Ford Godzilla 7.3 liter crate engine. Each is dyno-tested after the build is complete, to ensure it meets or exceeds the claimed 850 hp at the crank. The Godzilla…

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For Sale: A Rare 1966 Ford Mustang “Mustero” Ute/Pickup

Ben Branch August 31, 2026
Ford Mustang Mustero Pickup Conversion 21
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

This is a 1966 Ford Mustang “Mustero” pickup conversion that was completed in 2024. A number of these have been built over the years, combining the Mustang’s looks with the Ranchero’s practicality. Unlike the…

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This Is Haven’s Patented “Lat-Flat” Hammock Tent

Ben Branch August 31, 2026
Haven XL Hammock Tent 10
  • Adventure
  • Camping
  • Gear

This is the Haven Tent, it’s a clever lay-flat hammock tent that the company developed and patented, allowing you to string a hammock up between two trees and then sleep completely flat. Hammocks have…

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For Sale: An Extraordinary Chevrolet Corvair With A Mid-Mounted 350 V8

Ben Branch August 30, 2026
Mid-Engined V8 Chevrolet Corvair Monza
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

This is a 1966 Chevrolet Corvair Monza that’s been significantly modified, the original air-cooled flat six is now long gone, replaced with a mid-mounted 350 small block V8 sending power to the rear wheels…

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Better Than Anything At Ikea: A Packard Merlin V12 Cylinder Head Lamp

Ben Branch August 30, 2026
Packard Merlin V-1650 V12 Engine Cylinder Head Lamp 9
  • Gear
  • Home

This is one of the most unusual WWII-related items we’ve come across recently, it’s part of a head from a Packard Merlin V-1650 V12 aero engine, and it’s been converted into a desk lamp….

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For Sale: A Rare 1968 Chevrolet Corvette “Sportwagon”

Ben Branch August 29, 2026
Chevrolet Corvette Sportwagon 14
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

This is a 1968 C3 Chevrolet Corvette that now benefits from a few upgrades – the most significant of which is the 572 cubic inch (9.4 liter) ZZ 572 V8 under the hood, and…

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This Is The Incredible 1:64 Scale Hot Wheels x MoMA Jaguar E-Type

Ben Branch August 29, 2026
Hot Wheels x MoMA Jaguar E-Type Roadster 6
  • Classic Cars
  • Gear

This is the Hot Wheels x MoMA Jaguar E-Type Roadster, it’s a faithful 1:64 scale die cast replica of the now legendary E-Type that’s part of MoMA’s (the Museum of Modern Art’s) permanent collection….

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6×6 Home-On-Wheels: A Steyr-Puch Pinzgauer From 1991

Ben Branch August 28, 2026
Steyr-Puch Pinzgauer Camper Van RV Main
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

This is a 1991 Steyr-Puch Pinzgauer that’s been converted into a comfortable all-terrain home-on-wheels that can go almost anywhere, thanks to its six-wheel drive powertrain with locking diffs. Inside you’ll find well-appointed living quarters,…

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For Sale: A Beautiful 1971 Honda Z50A “Mini Trail”

Ben Branch August 28, 2026
Honda Z50A Mini Trail
  • Custom Motorcycles
  • Motorcycles

This is a 1971 Honda Z50A Mini Trail, it’s an original “Monkey Bike” with that classic chrome fuel tank, knobby tires, and a thick seat designed to compensate for the lack of rear suspension….

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A Beautiful Monza Go-Kart: Based On The 1965 Chevrolet Monza SS Concept Car

Ben Branch August 27, 2026
Rupp Monza Go-Kart
  • Cars
  • Classic Cars

This is an original Rupp Monza go-kart, this series of karts was commissioned by General Motors and based closely on the styling of the elegant 1965 Chevrolet Monza SS concept car. Monza go-karts were…

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