Before Austin-Healey, there was the Donald Healey Motor Company. The Healey Abbott was one of the fastest cars in its day, with a tuned twin-cam motor capable of speeds over 100 m.p.h. The example featured here has the added… more»
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Uncle Olaf’s Hot Rod: 1967 Volvo P1800 S
Sometimes, a non-original classic rubs us the right way. A modified Volvo P1800 might not be the first model that comes to mind, but we’ve seen worse. The ’67 P1800S featured on eBay has lead an interesting life, and… more»
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Wealthy Wood: 1947 Chrysler Town & Country
The Chrysler Town & Country is a captivating car which stirs up imagery of well-heeled owners navigating mountain roads with custom luggage affixed to the wooden roof rack. Today, they are prized collectors items no matter which body style,… more»
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Languishing Lancia: 1964 Lancia Flaminia
Lancia made a name for itself by producing elegant cars which featured unique engineering with an Italian flare. Unfortunately, unloved examples tend to rust badly. According to the seller of this 1964 Lancia Flaminia coupe, the ugly is only… more»
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Good Year: 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2
The Carrera 3.2 was the last iteration of the classic 911 and many consider it to be the best of the series. Featuring a host of upgrades over previous generations, the ’84-’89 models featured a rust-resistant galvanized body, comfortable interior,… more»
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Ultimate Driving Machine: 1968 BMW 2002
The BMW 2002 was one of the world’s first driver’s cars, and a revelation on U.S. soil. It blended affordability and efficiency with a sporting personality, as noted by many automotive editors who praised the car’s handling and acceleration…. more»
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Best of the Worst: 1977 Ford Pinto Country Squire
The U.S. has always desired to compete with overseas’ automakers small cars, but hasn’t always been successful. Enter the Ford Pinto, a car that today is more synonymous with flammable construction than being a Beetle beater. The 1977 model… more»
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Minty Mav: 1973 Ford Maverick
How some cars that were utterly average in their day, survive unscathed for decades is a head-scratcher. Take the Ford Maverick, a 70s-era import fighter designed to compete with the likes of the Volkswagen Beetle. Although most economy cars… more»
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Bogus Bizzarrini: 1967 Lamborghini 400GT
What would you do if you heard about a 1967 Lamborghini 400GT that was destroyed by fire? Most of us would do nothing, but a certain former Army helicopter mechanic saw an opportunity. In what can only be described… more»
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Back Lot Special: 1967 Lancia Fulvia Zagato
It is not everyday that you run across a 1967 Lancia Fulvia Zagato sitting at your local used car dealer. Especially one in Michigan offering “financing for all”. It may not be the best source for a classic Italian sports… more»
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Country Charm: 1971 Ford Country Squire
One of the longest-serving workhorses in the Ford family was the Country Squire station wagon. Manufactured from 1951 to 1991, it maintained the tradition of using wood paneling for family sedans. Although the real wood was eventually replaced by… more»
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Island Container Find: 1961 Corvette Convertible
An island fantasy isn’t complete without a classic American convertible rumbling along a Hawaiian highway, and for one lucky owner in 1961, this dream came to life. However, like all fantasies, reality catches up. It might be in the… more»
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Packrat Paradise: Utah Warehouse Liquidation
Most of us, at one time or another, have thought that our one project car was too much work, and that the busted knuckles (and budgets) were taking their toll. What about someone with multiple projects? This 10,000 SF… more»
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Early Production: 1957 Peerless GT
It’s hard to believe, but this skeleton of a car represents one of the most successful first-time LeMans finishes in the history of the event. In 1958, a Peerless finished 16th place overall and 4th place in the two… more»
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Supercharged Stude: 1963 Studebaker Avanti R2
In the automotive industry, few cars represent more of a swing for the fences than the Studebaker Avanti. Although a stodgy image is never desirable, it was particularly offensive in the swingin’sixties when domestic automotive design was anything but… more»
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Florida Orange: 1971 Porsche 914
The Porsche 914 is a question mark for many enthusiasts: is it a tarted-up Volkswagen or a true corner-carver with copious amounts of Porsche DNA? The answer often lies in the middle, as the car’s mechanical bits reveal the… more»
