The 1949 Ford was a crucial vehicle for the company, representing its first new model since before World War II. Its appearance was groundbreaking, being its first offering featuring “ponton” styling that integrated the fenders into the bodyline and… more»
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Worth Fixing? 1962 Austin-Healey 3000
It’s unclear when this 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 last graced our roads, but its overall condition suggests we could probably measure the timeframe in decades. The seller candidly says it requires restoration, although most major components appear present for a… more»
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1984 Chrysler LeBaron Town & Country Convertible
Although I’m unsure if I would class it a genuine flip, this 1984 Chrysler LeBaron Town & Country Convertible has returned to the market after less than a year in the hands of its current owner. It spent most… more»
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Rare Interior? 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham
The line between a genuine classic and a humdrum car can be fine. Most people wouldn’t immediately consider a 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham fits into the former category, but this car deserves a closer look. Considering its age,… more»
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Older Restoration: 1956 Ford Thunderbird
Although finding an original and unrestored survivor is the dream of many enthusiasts, becoming the new owner of a classic that has a few years behind it since a restoration is an option worth serious consideration. Freshly restored classics… more»
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Driving Project: 1960 Plymouth Fury Convertible
By 1960, the automotive design landscape was shifting, and yesterday’s “must-have” feature was all but consigned to the pages of history. Such was the case with the enormous fins that had dominated the late 1950s. Manufacturers moved to a… more»
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Restore or Preserve? 1960 Chevrolet Corvette
Some classics leave potential buyers with difficult decisions to make. Hidden in this garage is a 1960 Corvette that will pose questions for its new owner. They could retain the car as a tidy driver, but would they be… more»
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36k Original Miles: 1970 Ford Mustang Hardtop
With a simple sales strategy, the First Generation Mustang drew buyers into showrooms like moths to a flame. By ordering an entry-level vehicle, people could buy into the Mustang lifestyle without requiring a second mortgage. They could park a… more»
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Mystery Machine: 1963 Studebaker R2
When a vehicle manufacturer is teetering on the brink of financial oblivion, the most sensible approach is introducing a model designed to sell in high numbers with a reasonable profit margin to improve the bottom line. A less conventional… more»
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One-Owner Survivor: 1969 Mercury Marauder
After a three-year break, Mercury reintroduced the Marauder as a Second Generation personal luxury car in 1969. It shared many design attributes with its cousins from Ford, but it disappeared from showrooms again after a mere two years. Our… more»
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California Barn Find: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
When buyers in 1973 took delivery of their new Corvette, they received a car with greater refinement than its predecessors. However, that didn’t prevent them from owning a genuine high-performance model if they ticked the right boxes on the… more»
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Forest Find: 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Somewhat like myself, the First Generation Mustang grew bigger and heavier with each passing year. Unlike me, buyers could still order a 1973 Mustang Mach 1 with an engine that made the car fleet of foot. That is the… more»
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427/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
If buyers had the money, they could order a new Corvette in 1968 loaded with factory options. The original owner of this classic didn’t stop by equipping it with a desirable drivetrain, ticking enough boxes on the Order Form… more»
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Rebuilt 400: 1973 Pontiac Grand Am Colonnade Coupe
For decades, the American automotive industry survived in a virtual vacuum. Companies like Ford and General Motors enjoyed a strong presence on foreign shores, but marques from Europe and Asia failed to impact the North American market. That changed… more»
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37k Original Miles: 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
When you examine the history of Ford’s Mustang from the first vehicle to the current model, the Fox-Body version stands out from the crowd. While most cars contained at least a styling nod to the iconic First Generation vehicles,… more»
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Who Ya Gonna Call? 1959 Cadillac Ecto-1 Tribute
Clones of movie cars are nothing new, and I’m sure we’ve all seen at least one Bullitt Mustang or General Lee tribute. One of the most memorable movies of the 1980s was Ghostbusters, and the undoubted automotive star was… more»
