It is widely acknowledged that Ford created the Personal Luxury Car segment with its Thunderbird, and by the 1960s, other manufacturers realized that it could be a tidy little money earner. AMC joined the party in 1965 with its… more»
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Rare 440: 1973 Plymouth Road Runner
The sands of time were running down for the American muscle car by 1973, with a combination of factors forcing sales volumes lower with each passing year. Plymouth continued rolling its iconic Road Runner off the line, and ticking… more»
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Fully Documented: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Convertible
There are many things for potential buyers to consider when contemplating a classic purchase. Unless a restoration project is the goal, finding a rust-free vehicle is a prime consideration to minimize the chances that expensive repairs won’t be waiting… more»
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Worth The Money? 1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk
It is often considered that classic cars have two values. There is what the market determines the vehicle is worth, and then there’s the buyer’s expectation. This 1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk fits into the second category, and since it… more»
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Stored for 40 Years! 1969 Pontiac Firebird
I can’t imagine owning a classic like a 1969 Pontiac Firebird and deciding to leave it in storage for four decades. That was the fate of this car, although it was recently rescued and revived. It isn’t perfect, but… more»
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Two-Owner Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Nova
Some classics leave potential buyers with tough choices to make. This 1968 Chevrolet Nova is a prime example. It is an original and unmolested two-owner survivor with a claimed 35,435 miles on the clock. It represents a straightforward restoration,… more»
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Baby Bird: 1988 Pontiac Firebird
At first glance, this 1988 Pontiac Firebird looks like a tidy survivor with no great surprises. However, the original owner’s decision to order it with the V6 engine means it can still gallop comfortably at freeway speeds while providing… more»
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Low-Mile Survivor: 1988 Jaguar XJ-S
Jaguar always knew that its iconic E-Type would be a hard act to follow. Its original plans had been for a mid-engined sports car, but budget constraints saw the XJ-S emerge as a front-engined Grand Tourer. It enjoyed a… more»
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Stunning Survivor Supercar: 1991 Lamborghini Diablo
I would never own a supercar like this 1991 Lamborghini Diablo. There, I’ve said it. Regular readers are probably picking themselves up off the floor following that statement, but there is a perfectly sound reason I feel this way…. more»
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No Reserve: 1978 Pontiac Firebird Esprit Redbird
It is common for manufacturers to release special editions of regular production models. No manufacturer has resisted the urge, and these variants would easily number in the tens of thousands. Pontiac released the Firebird Esprit Redbird in 1978, and… more»
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44k Original Miles? 1967 Pontiac GTO
It is easy and often understandable for enthusiasts to question bold claims made about classic cars. Seller will almost invariably paint their vehicle in the best possible light to entice potential buyers to part with their cash. I’m not… more»
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Eight-Seat Survivor: 1991 Mercury Grand Marquis LS Colony Park
When American manufacturers included station wagons within their model range, many buyers purchased them as a matter of necessity. It often meant foregoing performance and luxury in the name of practicality. However, there were exceptions to this general rule,… more»
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BF Auction: 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix Sport Coupe
Pontiac introduced the Grand Prix in 1962 as a full-size performance grand tourer. The badge soldiered on until 2008, but this 1963 example is a gem. It is a two-owner classic that has been stored for years. It needs… more»
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No Reserve: 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix 2+2
There was a time when aerodynamic efficiency had no place in automotive design. Early attempts to tackle what many saw as a black art often received a negative buyer response. Even later attempts sometimes suffered the same fate, although… more»
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One Family Owned: 1983 Datsun 280ZX
I’ve long advocated long-term ownership as a desirable quality for anyone searching for a classic to add to their collection. Most cars that have spent decades in the custody of the same person will have been treated respectfully, and… more»
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Needs Finished: 1955 Chevrolet Nomad Project
Completing another enthusiast’s unfinished project build can be daunting as a new owner grapples with the loose ends that seem almost inevitable. That is one reason why this 1955 Chevrolet Nomad could be somebody’s dream car. The seller has… more»
