Blame Hollywood. That’s what I say when faced with a wild imagination and a heavily-tinted Mercedes limo up for grabs. I can’t help but wander off to a place where ex-KGB agents use stretch Benzes to kidnap opponents and… more»
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Sold in Stores: 1952 Allstate Henry J
Perhaps one of the more unusual chapters in the American automobile industry is when Sears attempted to sell automobiles. Not service them or even accept trade-ins, but just to move product off the books as if it were a… more»
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Chia Pet Bug: VW Beetle + Porsche 930 Kit
My in-laws moved to new abodes around Christmas last year, so some of the holiday gifting included re-gifted items that didn’t sell at the yard sale. One such item was a brand-new (some might say, new old stock) Chia pet… more»
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Gramp’s Estate: 1986 Ford LTD Wagon
When it comes to cars that I associate with my grandparents’ era, the Ford LTD is right up there with Volvo 240s and Chevy Celebrities. Fittingly, this 1986 Ford LTD wagon belonged to a World War II veteran who… more»
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Out of the Barn: 1977 Ford Mustang Cobra II
This is quite an honest seller. He clarifies that this 1977 Mustang Cobra II is almost a barn find, simply because it has already been removed from the barn in which it was stored. Those clarifications aside, this rough-looking Cobra… more»
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Elvis’ Last Sandwich: 1977 Dodge Aspen
The other day, we featured a Porsche 911 that clearly resided in the care of an owner with a unique personality. Well, that’s just the way the world is – everybody’s different, and we all have to accept the… more»
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Rally or Restore? 1977 Saab 99 EMS
A few years ago, I attended an impromptu Cars & Coffee event where a well-preserved Saab 99 EMS showed up. The owner was quite passionate, and clearly understood the value of keeping his rare Swede as OEM as possible…. more»
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Pure Opulence: 1970 Camelot Cruiser R/V
Have you ever considered buying a vintage R/V, but decided not to after seeing the insides? You know, years of poor upkeep and bad choices that lead to the interior accommodations feeling slightly third-world-ish in quality? Well, there’s an… more»
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Aero Nose: 1977 Oldsmobile 442
Here’s a recipe: take the colors black and gold, add the numbers 442 and mix with white letter tires and what do you get? A car that looks good regardless of the horsepower rating and one that is instantly… more»
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One of One! 1973 Ford Maverick
I have a confession to make: I can sometimes be a cheerleader for my project cars simply because it sports a rare option or two. It’s easy to get excited by the small things when thousands of other enthusiasts… more»
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Clamshell Tailgate: 1970 GMC Suburban
Original paint can be a blessing and a curse. In some cases, it’s simply too rough to ever look good, no matter how much buffing you do. Other times, it’s weathered just to the point of being acceptable, with… more»
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A Thorough Seller: 1979 Porsche 911 Targa
Ever hear of a stream-of-consiousness? Well, take a look at this listing for a 1979 Porsche 911 Targa and let me know if you think this listing qualifies. The seller’s run-on sentences not withstanding, what I do see is… more»
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Hiding for 20 Years: 1967 Rambler Rogue
Sometimes, all it takes is that cryptic photo of a car hiding in a garage or a barn to get an enthusiast’s blood pumping. What’s hidden back there, beyond the boxes and that sheet? Is it a muscle car… more»
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Dealer’s Private Stock: 1985 Toyota MR2
Among the more unusual cars that I see frequently in the boneyard are first-generation Toyota MR2s. They’re usually quite rusty but not heavily damaged; it makes me think that most of these unique two-seaters live happy lives with their… more»
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Estate Sale Survivor: 1986 Alfa Romeo GTV6
When car enthusiasts pass on to the big highway in the sky, what happens to their cars? In some cases, families retain them if the gearhead gene is strong; in other instances, due to lack of interest or needing… more»
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RHD Euro-Spec: 1978 Ferrari 308GTB
You can’t get more 1980s than a white Ferrari, but the needle really begins to climb when you add a Koenig body kit to the mix. Ferrari 308s are not the most desirable F-car by far, but like so… more»
