Christopher Smith

chris.smith@motor1.com
  • Longtime freelance journalist and 14-year auto industry veteran
  • B.A. in English / writing from Western Michigan University
  • Attempting to own every car ever built; 34 down, many still to go

Articles by Christopher Smith

Classic Automotive Treasure Map Shows Last Known Locations Of Lost Iconic Cars

Automotive Treasure Map Shows Last Known Locations Of Lost Iconic Cars

Grab your dusty fedora and cue the music.
By Christopher Smith Sep 23 2020
Classics 10 Iconic Cars From The Past With Cool Quad Headlights

10 Iconic Cars From The Past With Cool Quad Headlights

A fond look back at the days of four-eyed motoring.
By Christopher Smith Sep 18 2020
02:09 Restomods Murdered Out 1970 Monte Carlo Restomod Is Sensationally Sinister

Murdered Out 1970 Monte Carlo Restomod Is Sensationally Sinister

Something wicked this way comes.
By Christopher Smith Aug 25 2020
1:22:11 American Ford Gran Torino That Sat For 29 Years Attempts 600-Mile Journey

Ford Gran Torino That Sat For 29 Years Attempts 600-Mile Journey

The engine is seized, but that's just the first problem to overcome in this epic automotive resurrection.
By Christopher Smith Aug 24 2020
Auctions Hellcat-Swapped 1989 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Is The Ultimate SUV Sleeper

Hellcat-Swapped 1989 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Is The Ultimate SUV Sleeper

It's called the Hellwagon, and it's for sale.
By Christopher Smith Aug 17 2020
Auctions 1973 Toyota FJ-45 Land Cruiser With V8 Power Has Us Green With Envy

1973 Toyota FJ-45 Land Cruiser With V8 Power Has Us Green With Envy

It will cross Mecum's auction block in Florida at the end of August.
By Christopher Smith Aug 12 2020
Truck Buy This Rare 1991 Ford SkyRanger Convertible, Forever Rule Radwood

Buy This Rare 1991 Ford SkyRanger Convertible, Forever Rule Radwood

The early 1990s was a very strange yet very cool time in America.
By Christopher Smith Aug 11 2020
American Jason Momoa Restores Lisa Bonet's First Car, A Classic Ford Mustang

Jason Momoa Restores Lisa Bonet's First Car, A Classic Ford Mustang

Literally a labor of love.
By Christopher Smith Aug 07 2020
00:46 Pre-War The First Vehicle Ever With A Sliding Side Door Was A Citroen TUB

The First Vehicle Ever With A Sliding Side Door Was A Citroen TUB

It predates similar van styles by decades.
By Christopher Smith Jul 23 2020
European Rare Jaguar XJR-S Lynx Eventer Shooting Brake Is A One-Of-One Wagon

Rare Jaguar XJR-S Lynx Eventer Shooting Brake Is A One-Of-One Wagon

It's for sale, but it's not exactly cheap.
By Christopher Smith Jul 14 2020
60s & 70s Ferrari Loses Trademark On The Design Of Its Historic 250 GTO

Ferrari Loses Trademark On The Design Of Its Historic 250 GTO

The battle might be lost, but is the war over?
By Christopher Smith Jul 08 2020
Auctions Buy This Nearly New Ferrari F40 Engine, Embark On An Epic Motor Swap

Buy This Nearly New Ferrari F40 Engine, Embark On An Epic Motor Swap

Bidding ends for the very rare engine on July 3.
By Christopher Smith Jun 30 2020
Barn Finds Numbers-Matching 1968 Dodge Charger 383 Four-Speed Is A Rare Mopar

Numbers-Matching 1968 Dodge Charger 383 Four-Speed Is A Rare Mopar

Just 259 with this powertrain combo were allegedly built.
By Christopher Smith Jun 26 2020
33:24 American Rare 1961 Chevy Corvair Rampside Truck Visits Jay Leno's Garage

Rare 1961 Chevy Corvair Rampside Truck Visits Jay Leno's Garage

It's part of Leno's collection, and he clearly adores it.
By Christopher Smith Jun 18 2020
Classic Italy's 2020 Concorso D’Eleganza Villa D’Este Cancelled: Report

Italy's 2020 Concorso D’Eleganza Villa D’Este Cancelled: Report

Coronavirus strikes again.
By Christopher Smith Jun 17 2020
Auctions One-Off Ford Via Concept Car By Ghia Up For Auction At BaT

One-Off Ford Via Concept Car By Ghia Up For Auction At BaT

Here's your chance to buy an actual concept car, and it could go cheap.
By Christopher Smith Jun 12 2020
02:03 Restomods 1965 Mustang Restomod Once Owned By Patrick Dempsey Sells For $166k

1965 Mustang Restomod Once Owned By Patrick Dempsey Sells For $166k

Panoz built the car to be a thoroughly modern Mustang with retro style.
By Christopher Smith Jun 10 2020
02:18 American General Patton's Dodge WC-57 WWII Command Car Up For Auction

General Patton's Dodge WC-57 WWII Command Car Up For Auction

So much history with this wartime Dodge.
By Christopher Smith Jun 03 2020
09:30 60s & 70s Chip Foose Redesigns The AMC Pacer Into A Panel Van, And It's Epic

Chip Foose Redesigns The AMC Pacer Into A Panel Van, And It's Epic

This is a 1970s icon we'd be proud to drive.
By Christopher Smith May 28 2020
Auctions David Letterman's Former 1965 Ferrari 275 GTS Headed For Auction

David Letterman's Former 1965 Ferrari 275 GTS Headed For Auction

This classic Ferrari looks absolutely incredible.
By Christopher Smith May 26 2020
02:19 Modern Classics Epic Pontiac Fiero Collection Wiped Out By Massive Michigan Flood

Epic Pontiac Fiero Collection Wiped Out By Massive Michigan Flood

Several of the cars were up for sale when the 500-year flood hit.
By Christopher Smith May 21 2020
American The Last Oldsmobile Offered To The Public Is Selling For $25,000

The Last Oldsmobile Offered To The Public Is Selling For $25,000

This 2004 Alero GLS is number 499 of the final 500, and it's still a brand new car.
By Christopher Smith May 19 2020
21:47 Barn Finds Extremely Rare Ferrari 512 BBi Barn Find Will Make You Cry

Extremely Rare Ferrari 512 BBi Barn Find Will Make You Cry

It's been rotting away for years, and that probably won't change anytime soon.
By Christopher Smith May 18 2020
General Porsche Finder Online Search Will Locate Pre-Owned Classics For Sale

Porsche Finder Online Search Will Locate Pre-Owned Classics For Sale

Looking for a vintage 911 Turbo? Find one in 30 seconds or less.
By Christopher Smith May 15 2020
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