Imagine the excitement and anticipation that archaeologists experienced when opening King Tut’s tomb. Car lovers kind of experience the same feelings, both good and bad. Picture yourself charged with the task of clearing out a relative’s estate. You open… more»
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Henry Ford Helps Win WWII: 1943 Ford GPW
“Amateurs study tactics. Professionals study logistics.” General Omar Bradley is most often attributed with that quote, but it is a maxim that has been true for centuries. Even the most hardened military force needs food, transportation, and weapons of… more»
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Elvis’s Last Harley: 1976 Harley-Davidson FLH
When it comes to celebrities, there was probably none larger in stature than Elvis Aaron Presley. Born into bone-crushing poverty in Tupelo, Mississippi, Elvis went on to become one of the most famous individuals in American history. That fame… more»
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Vague Ad Z-Car: 1976 Datsun 280Z 2+2
The adage that a rising tide lifts all boats is true in collectible automobile circles. It is no secret that collectible Japanese cars are appreciating at a stratospheric rate. One of these shooting stars is Datsun’s early Z-cars. While… more»
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48K Mile 1970s Time Machine: 1974 Ford Maverick
Every day I am faced with reminders that I am getting old when I write up cars that were everyday transportation when I was a kid. However, looking back I can see that some of these cars were wrong… more»
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Everything Included: 1979 Chevrolet Dually Dual Cab
Sometimes, wretched excess is just what you need. In the seventies and eighties, Chevrolet truck buyers could purchase a four-door, long-bed, dual-wheel truck with either a large gasoline or diesel engine in any trim level they liked. Whether the… more»
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Super Long Super Cab: 1978 Ford F-250
When it comes to trucks, the Ford F-Series has a very well-earned reputation for reliability and durability. That durability was never more evident than in the heavy-duty versions of the company’s sixth generation of trucks. If you have a… more»
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Too Much Patina? 1948 Indian Chief
The overwhelming urge to restore every old vehicle has waned in the past few decades. In previous years, full restorations were common. It is now socially acceptable to keep an artifact in its original condition as long as it… more»
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Original Paint and Parts Panhead: 1965 Harley Davidson FLH
Harley has made a lot of money-making modern versions of their historic motorcycles. However, what if you could get an authentic 1965 Harley with original paint and parts for the same price as one on the showroom floor today? … more»
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First One Off the Line: 1985 Avanti II
“Hail Marys” rarely work for carmakers on the brink of failure. Creating a distinctive car to lure customers into showrooms doesn’t fix the underlying issues that cause makers to exit the marketplace. Studebaker tried in vain with the Avanti. … more»
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Rare Indy Pace Car: 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
It has been a longstanding tradition for a domestic production car to be selected for the honor of pacing the Indianapolis 500. Not only does the selection expose millions of race fans to a new automobile, but several special… more»
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Off the Road Since Truman: 1936 Dodge Tudor
It was the year the movie “The Day the Earth Stood Still” debuted. The first color television signal was broadcast from the Empire State Building, and the show “I Love Lucy” hit TV for the first time. Harry Truman… more»
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Museum Find: 1911 Ford Model T Touring
Henry Ford’s Model T’s impact on America and the world cannot be overstated. Debuting in an era when cars were the play toy of the rich, Ford’s simple but reliable Model T made the automobile a mainstream necessity that… more»
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Backyard Easter Eggs: Small Citroen Collection
As Easter approaches, the return of pastel colors helps to drive out the doldrums of winter and remind us of resurrection, rebirth, and renewal. If you are a fan of pastel colors, soft shapes, and “all in one basket”… more»
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Stephen King Movie Car: 1973 Buick Electra 225
When people plunk down the money to purchase a collectible car, they usually do so for one of two reasons: as an investment or for enjoyment. Throwing money down the drain is never a good idea, but sometimes cars… more»
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59,000 Miles, Four Speed, Original: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
While the Trans Am name is synonymous with Burt Reynolds and his magnum opus “Smokey and the Bandit,” the sportier version of the Pontiac Firebird was around a lot longer than that. If you are looking for a very… more»
