This majestic sedan was the top-flight offering from Oldsmobile, situated on the company’s longest wheelbase, and saturated with design and convenience features. The 98 hopped from generation to generation with multiple restyles, but Harley Earl’s penmanship seeps from every… more»
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Selling Collection: 1983 Toyota Celica GT Notchback
No question the Toyota Celica has plenty of fans, and for good reason. But how should we view third-generation cars – as collectibles, or commuters? This low-mileage 1983 Toyota Celica GT notchback is being sold along with its stablemates… more»
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One of Few: 1974 Fiat 130 Familiare
Gianni Agnelli inherited management of Fabbrica Italiana di Automobili Torino, which we know as Fiat, in 1963 when he was in his mid-forties. Fiat had been founded by a consortium including Gianni’s grandfather Giovanni in 1899, producing its first… more»
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Rare Conversion: 1989 Ferrari F40 “Competizione”
Only 1315 F40s were made – and that was three times the production Enzo had anticipated. Nineteen of these were modified to competizione specifications by Ferrari’s preferred race engineering firm, Michelotto (Padova, IT). Another handful were converted by privateers…. more»
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Awaiting Restoration: 1917 Overland 85-6 Five-Passenger Touring
For a second time in less than two years, this graceful but unrestored 1917 Overland 85-6 touring car is looking for a new home. It surfaced here on Hemmings in January 2024, when it sold for $2500 after decades… more»
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Italian Wagon: 1952 Fiat 500C Giardiniera Belvedere
Fiat’s Topolino was a minor miracle for a country recovering from WWII. Continuing in production after the war from its launch in the mid 1930s, the family-friendly “little mouse” gave its buyers weather protection above and beyond a scooter… more»
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Five-Speed Manual! 1972 Citroën D Super
Citroën’s introduction of the Traction Avant in 1934 was bold enough, but the company sealed its reputation as an innovator when it launched the DS in 1955. Over its twenty year production, more than 1.4 million versions of the… more»
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Survivor! 1960 MGA 1600 Coupe
Here’s a worthwhile project – the question is, at what price? This 1960 MGA 1600 coupe is as close to rust-free as you’ll find, thanks to its Colorado Springs existence since new. The chrome is good, the glass is… more»
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Willys Roots: 1954 Woodill Wildfire Roadster
In the very beginning, the Woodill Wildfire was mostly a Willys Jeep, and it wasn’t even built by Woodill. The story starts when Bill Tritt, who had worked for Douglas Aircraft, began crafting boats and cars out of fiberglass… more»
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Wanna-Be Pony: 1974 Ford Capri RS2600 Tribute
Why did it take me so long to write up this car! I’ve had it in my queue for over a week – sorry for the delay, and thanks to Jack M who sent along the tip. Here’s what’s… more»
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Car Cornucopia: The Joop Stolze Dispersal Sale
Over the last year, we have been treated to several sales of large collections. Notable examples include the Palmen Barnfind Collection, and Rudi Klein’s Junkyard Collection. In about two weeks, Classic Car Auctions will complete a dispersal sale on… more»
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Almost Pristine: 1993 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4WD
Looking for a reliable workhorse? What about this 1993 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4WD, listed here on eBay with bidding at $14,900? No reserve is in play. The truck is located in Clackamas, Oregon (a few miles from my backyard)…. more»
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Run It Before Restoring It: 1950 Oldsmobile 88 Futuramic Convertible
After WWII ended, the dash to purchase a new car was so overwhelming that no dealer had to do much except take orders: sales were hot even though the same old pre-war sheet metal was all that was on… more»
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1961 Austin-Healey 3000 MK1 BT7 Roadster Project
The Austin-Healey 3000 series was introduced in 1959, notching a few improvements over its predecessor, the 100-6. Engine displacement rose to 2912 ccs and disc brakes replaced drums up front, making the Healey 3000 an altogether more muscular option… more»
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Inherited From Parents: 1985 Buick Park Avenue
This is an Electra, but you wouldn’t know it. Badging is as low-key as it gets, with the only hint found inside, where color-keyed stitching on the seat surface declares “Park Avenue”. So what gives? From 1975 through 1990,… more»
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Two-Fer Project: 1952 Jowett Jupiter Roadsters
The bull-nosed, swan-tailed Jowett Jupiter qualifies as one of the more eccentric vehicles to ever emerge from Britain. On the one hand, it was a competent racer, racking up class wins at Le Mans, Monte Carlo, the Isle of… more»
