Detroit was firing on all eight cylinders for the 1955 model year. Especially at Chevrolet, where the popular, all-new ’55 models were breaking sales records. 1,775,952 total Chevys were produced, a whopping 54% increase over 1954, and its top-of-the-line… more»
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Tucked Away on a Kansas Farm: 1937 International Harvester D2 Pickup
It does my heart good (as we say here in the South) to see a rescued, pre-war, non-Big Three pickup like this one. Ain’t she a beaut? Just look at that cool front end with the Art Deco grille… more»
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No Rust, Just Dirty: 1972 VW Beetle Convertible
“No rust, just dirty…very solid!” That’s how the seller describes this 1972 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible. I’d like to know the story behind this Bug and why it has been sitting and accumulated all of that dust for so… more»
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Highly-Original Beige Beauty: 1986 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
“Remember, they are only original once.” That’s how the seller of this impressive Jeep ends his sales pitch. Sure, it’s a cliche, but to car nerds like me who love original, unmolested survivors, it’s a comment that won’t make me… more»
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Rarefied Air: 1960 Cadillac Eldorado Seville
At one time in America, if you could afford a Cadillac, you were considered wealthy and had definitely “arrived” here in Status Symbol Land. In 1960, Cadillac was the King of Luxury hands down and nobody disputed its claim… more»
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Gorgeous Gold Olds: 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
“For 1969, Toronado is longer and more luxurious than ever. Its sculpted styling is impressively refined. But there’s no mistaking that great look. It’s still strictly Toronado.” That’s how the Oldsmobile marketing folks described their innovative, and most unconventional,… more»
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1 of 1900: The 1990 Chrysler TC by Maserati
Sometimes business ventures between friends can sound like a good idea over the phone, or over drinks, or even over a round of golf. And when Chrysler CEO, Lee Iacocca, dreamed of adding European sportiness and prestige to his… more»
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Hi-Yo Silver Away! 1975 Porsche 911S Targa
I know, I know. Some readers will get the headline’s Lone Ranger tie in and some won’t. But the Porsche 911, like the Lone Ranger, has certainly earned iconic status. Introduced for the 1964 model year, the iconic Porsche… more»
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Simply Stunning: 1952 Jaguar XK120 Roadster
Ever since I was “knee-high to a june bug,” I’ve been drawn (like a bug to a bright porch light) to the styling and overall design of cars and trucks. I guess that’s why I gravitated towards a career… more»
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36k-Mile Time Capsule: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Special Edition
Some of our readers may only know of Burt Reynolds through Norm Macdonald’s portrayal of him in the hilarious SNL “Celebrity Jeopardy” skits in the mid-1990’s. But those of us old enough to remember the ’70’s remember Burt Reynolds… more»
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Cream and Bronze Beauty: 1955 Pontiac Star Chief
“New, all-new from the ground up! New Power – New Beauty – New Room – New View.” That’s how Pontiac’s 1955 sales booklet described its restyled lineup for 1955. These cars have been overshadowed for years by their ’55… more»
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Remarkable Time Capsule: 1973 Pontiac Grand Ville Convertible
If you’re the kind that likes full-sized, luxurious convertibles from the 1970’s (and you also like the color brown), then check out this 1973 Pontiac Grand Ville Convertible time capsule. It’s in amazing original condition, is fully loaded,… more»
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Edselchero?? 1959 Edsel Villager Pickup Conversion
I did a double take when I saw this one listed on eBay. What do you call this? A Villachero? An Edselchero? The seller says right out of the gate, “If you want to turn heads at your local… more»
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1 of 1,987: Limited-Edition America II 1986 Cadillac Eldorado
“America II is to yachting what Cadillac is to automobiles – an American standard for the world.” That’s how Cadillac positioned its special limited-edition Eldorado that was a byproduct of Cadillac becoming the first corporate sponsor of the… more»
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Mod California Wrecker: 1969 Ford F-250 4×4 Highboy
…and now for something completely different. Check out this California Cool 1969 Ford F-250 Highboy Wrecker that has been well maintained and is still up for the job. As Nick the seller states, “This is NOT a tired, worn-out… more»
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California Cool: 1965 Buick Riviera
From a styling (and performance) perspective, 1965 was a magnificent year for the American auto industry. Especially at GM. And they didn’t roll off the assembly line any more magnificent looking than the 1965 Buick Riviera. To me, it’s… more»
