Driving home a new Corvette in 1987 provided operators 240 horsepower in bone-stock form, and for the period, this was quite a respectable number and plenty of strength for most buyers. However, for those with even deeper pockets who… more»
No Reserve Squarebody: 1984 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 4×4
Squarebody trucks have been on a steady rise in popularity, and clean, usable examples continue to draw strong interest. This 1984 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 4×4, currently listed on eBay with no reserve, looks like one of those trucks that’s… more»
390 V8 Power! 1964 Ford Galaxie 500
The 1964 model year was a good one for full-size Fords. The company built upwards of one million Customs, Custom 500s, Galaxie 500s, Country Squires, and the rest. And two-thirds of them were Galaxie 500s, including the seller’s Club… more»
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Exotic Illusion Kit Car: Lamborghini Countach Replica
One of the more confusing purchases to make has to be the decision to invest in a replica, or kit car version, of your favorite exotic or supercar. There is a mess of crummy kits out there, so finding… more»
GM Powered Motorhome: 1989 Vixen 21SE
The Vixen motorhome is no stranger to these pages, as it’s one of the few vehicles of its class that can rightfully be considered a “driver’s car.” In other words, the engineering was led by someone who truly understood… more»
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383-Powered Estate: 1969 Dodge Monaco
The station wagon of the 60s and 70s is much different than the wagon of the late 80s and early 90s. When station wagons became mainstream in response to a population boom in the U.S., they were massive, highway… more»
Original Paint: 1965 Rambler Marlin
If you harbor the desire to park a relatively rare 1960s classic with a V8 under the hood in your garage, this 1965 Rambler Marlin might be the ideal candidate. It features its original paint and interior, powered by… more»
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1-of-101: 2004 Cadillac XLR Neiman Marcus Special Edition
Cadillac has a history of producing Special Editions, typically linking its brand with premium companies or notable designers. It released the XLR Neiman Edition in 2004, and only 101 of these cars left the factory. This one is a… more»
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Post-War Project: 1949 Pontiac Chieftain Fastback
By 1949, most U.S. automakers were rolling out their first all-new cars since before World War II. That included Pontiac, which introduced the Chieftain as its entry-level vehicle alongside the Streamliner (the Torpedo had been retired). Based on the… more»
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51k Original Miles: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
The seller states that this 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is a genuine survivor. If true, its presentation is extremely tidy, telling the story of a classic that has led a sheltered life. It has 51,000 miles showing on its… more»
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Engine Upgrade: 1971 Fiat 500 L
Cars come in all shapes, sizes, and forms. That is why the classic scene enjoys such wide appeal. There is something out there that will appeal to every taste, and if your heart craves a small Italian classic, this… more»
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One-Year-Only: 1971 Ford Torino 500
Ford designed its mid-size cars in 1970, introducing a sleek, more aerodynamic look that was a departure from the boxy 1968-69 editions. The Torino 500 was a one-year-only offering in 1971, perhaps as a nod to the former Fairlane… more»
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Jive Talkin Project: 1955 Chevrolet Sport Coupe
The 1955 model year brought big changes to Chevrolet. First, the cars were all new and would drive traffic into dealer showrooms, where nearly five million were sold over three years. Second, Chevy introduced its first V8 engine since… more»
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One-Owner 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible
By the numbers, the decade of the 1970s was the most successful one for Corvette, because even though its performance was reaching its historic low-point, buyers who had grown up longing for Chevy’s sports cars were then able to… more»
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Third Place Finisher: 1968 Plymouth Fury III
Numbers matter! More on that to follow. Commonly reviewed here on this august website are full-size cars from Chevrolet and Ford, but how about the third leg of the stool, Plymouth? Not so much so, and again, a lot… more»
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2K-Mile Survivor: 1988 Pontiac Fiero GT
Low-mileage Fieros don’t surface very often, especially ones that have stayed close to their original form, and this 1988 Pontiac Fiero GT listed on craigslist stands out for that exact reason. Showing just 12,440 miles and offered by its… more»
