Finding a first generation E12 5 Series that has not been completely worn down or modified is getting tougher these days, making this low mileage survivor a real treat for vintage European car fans. The seller indicates this is… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1975 Mercury Colony Park Wagon
As plentiful as wagons were in the mid-seventies, it’s surprising how few still seem to be around, since many served their duty and were subsequently forgotten, or worse. With the nostalgia surrounding the tried-and-true station wagon, most remaining examples… more»
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Mostly Restored! 1931 Ford Model AA Truck
Thanks to tip-finder Zappenduster, the Wayback Machine produced this 95% restored lipstick-red 1931 Model AA for our viewing pleasure. Finding any surviving Model AA is tough enough, let alone an example enhanced by substantial work to its mechanicals and… more»
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Barn Bound 54 Years: 1940 Dodge Business Coupe
The D14 was a one-year Dodge model in 1940 and was called the Luxury Liner series. Body styles included 2- and 4-door sedans, convertibles, station wagons, a limousine (!) – and a business coupe, like the seller’s car. This… more»
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The Mystery Machine: 1963 Ford Econoline Van
Okay, I’ll admit it, as a kid I loved watching Scooby-Doo. The cartoon group of oddball friends was always getting into some crazy adventure trying to solve a mystery. My favorite character was the title cartoon Great Dane, of… more»
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Parts Car in the Rough: 1965 Ford Galaxie 500
Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Chevrolet and Ford competed head-to-head in the full-size market. That meant buyers had to choose between cars like the Chevy Impala and Ford Galaxie (Chevy usually won the sales game). The seller has a… more»
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Bucket Seats and V8 Power: 1962 Pontiac Grand Prix
There’s something appealing about a big Pontiac coupe from the early 1960s, especially one with a V8 under the hood and bucket seats inside. This 1962 Pontiac Grand Prix is listed on craigslist in the Spokane, Washington, area for… more»
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Endearing Enduro: 1982 Honda XR200R
Despite being somewhat small, as in, smaller engine and smaller frame, this Honda XR200R is a serious off-road bike. Its lower seat height makes it user-friendly for folks who can buy pants at Target, unlike me. This 1982 Honda… more»
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1972 Dodge Challenger 340 4-Speed Project
The heyday for the Dodge Challenger “pony car” was in 1970 and 1971. That’s when big-block V8 engines still ruled the Chrysler family tree, and the Challenger R/T had 383, 440, and Hemi 426 cubic-inch motors in its wheelhouse…. more»
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Rare V8-Powered 1956 Hudson Hornet Hollywood
Well, what do we have here? It’s a 1956 Hudson Hornet “Special”, a model that has certainly escaped my attention. The seller claims that it’s one of only 200 “Hollywood Hardtops” assembled, so we’ll have to dig into that… more»
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Memory Hauler: 1965 Johnny Express Truck
Did you want to be a truck driver as a kid? I did, so naturally I asked Mom and Dad, and/or Santa, for a Johnny Express. This 1965 Johnny Express truck toy can be found here on Facebook Marketplace… more»
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Used as Intended: 1986 Subaru BRAT GL
Subaru’s BRAT has enough built-in oddity that it hardly needs help attracting attention, but this 1986 GL has another distinction: its odometer shows 254,588 miles. Offered in Helena, Montana, for $12,500 on Craigslist, this BRAT’s engine was replaced in… more»
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Half Car, Half Cycle! Rupp Centaur Project
In mid-1973, I was lucky enough to go on a tour of the Rupp Industries manufacturing plant in Mansfield, Ohio. While I don’t remember seeing a Centaur, although they must have been well along in the development process, I… more»
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Not-So-Long Roof: 1962 Falcon Wagon
As the owner of a ‘62 Falcon Futura, I’ve encountered a range of opinions from car enthusiasts regarding the significance, or lack thereof, of Ford’s early ’60s compacts. That said, I think most of us would agree that this… more»
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Handbuilt Classic! 1976 Excalibur Phaeton
I would excuse you for thinking this car was just another tired-looking “neo-classic”, so common in the 1980s that they became parodies of the cars they were meant to imitate. This 1976 Excalibur SS Phaeton, however, is a “real”… more»
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Fastback Find: 1965 Ford Mustang C-Code
Today, the most desirable early Ford Mustang is probably the fastback. It wasn’t in the mix when the car debuted in the Spring of 1964 (1964 ½?), arriving in the Fall when the official 1965 model year began. The… more»
