One of the sadder parts of this job is writing about neat cars that nobody seems to be excited about restoring. While the market is strong for some prewar cars, the majority of survivors are languishing until they are… more»
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Driving Lessons: 1948 Ford Pickup
We all tend to go crazy when we see a well restored old pickup truck. However, back in the day, these vehicles didn’t get much respect. Trucks were a tool for work. The idea of the “Cowboy Cadillac” was… more»
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Classic Money Pit: 1933 Pierce Arrow Sedan
It never ceases to amaze me what pops up in the automotive classifieds. Just when you think all of the rare, exotic, and classic automobiles have been discovered, a car like this 1933 Pierce Arrow Sedan shows up for… more»
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Model T Killer: 1925 Chevrolet
Henry Ford had sold millions of Model Ts by the time 1925 rolled around. Yet Henry was being forced to face an uncomfortable truth. Competitors, largest of which was General Motors low cost Chevrolet division, were offering more modern… more»
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Unique Option: 1998 Corvette Retractable Hardtop
You can count on one thing when you purchase a Corvette: options. New Corvettes have traditionally offered a laundry list of factory options to make your car anything from a beautiful pussycat to a fire breathing monster on the… more»
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As-Is Alternative: 1941 Ford Pickup
As the cost of restoring older vehicles soars past the ability of the average enthusiast to afford, wonderful things have happened as a result. The first is that stratospheric prices for certain cars have plummeted. The second is that… more»
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Seen It All Now: 1978 (1957) Chevrolet El Camino
If there is one thing that baby boomers love, it is a 1957 Chevrolet. These iconic cars are almost always seen at car shows, usually complete with a drive in movie tray and a leather jacket and poodle skirt… more»
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Good Bones: 1931 Ford Roadster
One of the things my grandfather told me about buying antique cars was to pay the money and buy the most rust free example you can buy. He had little patience for rust and would never think of purchasing… more»
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SEMA Road Warrior: 1937 Ford Phaeton
It is not often that we see cars make repeat appearances on Barn Finds. However, this distinctive rat rod is making its third appearance on these pages due mainly to its “uniqueness.” Built for the 2007 SEMA show, this… more»
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A Right Fine Tourer: 1948 Lincoln Convertible
In years past, many automobile enthusiasts focused on restoring antique automobiles rather than driving them. These cars were often drug from AACA meet to AACA meet on trailers in search of the elusive AACA Senior award. Now, the costs… more»
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George Washington’s Axe: 1930 Ford Roadster
Have you ever seen George Washington’s famous cherry tree murdering axe in a museum? Neither have I, but there is a running historian joke about the axe handle having been replaced five times and the head twice. If you… more»
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Going With The Flow: 1935 Chrysler Airflow
When you really stop and think about it, automobile design hadn’t really progressed much beyond horse and buggy days by the early 1930s. Every car was basically a variation of a full frame with an engine and a body… more»
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Stalled Deuce Project: 1932 Ford Roadster
Elegant simplicity is one way to describe the eye-pleasing beauty of a 1932 Ford roadster. Long the staple of hot rodding, builders have amazed us with endless variations of these once basic cars. Differences in paint, mechanicals, stances, and… more»
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Cheap Fastback: 1965 Mustang
As prices for first-generation Mustang coupes and convertibles fall, fastbacks seem to be holding their own. The good looks of these models are still inspiring collectors to purchase and restore them in numbers that keep demand far above supply. … more»
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Restored At 37,000 Miles: 1970 Pontiac GTO
When I was a car crazy kid, my grandfather passed on some valuable advice. He said that if I were to buy a collectible car, that the smartest thing to do is start by purchasing the best car I… more»
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California Dreaming: 1965 Ford Mustang Coupe
At one time, California was the epicenter of everything cool. Hollywood, Disneyland , hot rods, and surfing were all synonymous with the Golden State. Nowadays, the news tells us that California’s golden days are over. The same can be… more»
