We have all heard the overused statement that a car is original only once. This is usually followed by a verbal overview of why this originality should translate into a higher price. Take for example this 1965 Ford Mustang… more»
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Possible Start Of Another Bubble: 1958 Corvette
It is interesting to see how the collector car market will almost instantaneously create incredible demand for certain cars. Take for example the Porsche 911 market. A few years ago, early 911s were admired but not treasured. Prices reflected… more»
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Slow Sales Stunner: 1980 Dodge Mirada
In 1980, personal luxury coupes were one of the major breadwinners in every manufacturer’s portfolio. Of those manufacturers, the Chrysler Corporation needed loads of that bread to survive. Teetering towards bankruptcy, the company had a lot riding on the… more»
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Nifty Fifty Barn Find: 1950 Ford Convertible
One of the problems facing collectors is the ever-increasing costs of restoration. To completely renovate a vehicle, even if you do the majority of the work yourself, plan on spending many thousands of dollars. Often, the price at completion… more»
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Beauty In The Eye Of The Beholder: 1966 Corvette
At one time, almost every Corvette is a used car. Used cars often don’t get the treatment they deserve. Many used Corvettes in the sixties and seventies also suffered through owners who customized them. Some of these attempts were… more»
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Enough To Start With: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro
If you are like me, then Camaros are always on your short list of cars to own before you die. The problem is that if Camaro prices keep going up, we will all need to work until we are… more»
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Making A Small Fortune: 1965 Chevelle
Junior Johnson had a way with words. When someone asked about the costs of racing, Johnson found a way to sum it up by saying “The best way to make a small fortune in racing is to start with… more»
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All American Original: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Coupe
With July 4 rapidly approaching, we will soon be inundated with references to all things America. Hot dogs, apple pie, baseball, fireworks, and all that. For car buffs, there are a few vehicles that we can attach an unabashedly… more»
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Cannonball Tribute Car: 1973 Dodge Challenger
Brock Yates was nothing if not rebellious. This character trait lead him to create the greatest outlaw road race ever in response to the malaise era of gas lines, fuel economy and safety Nazis. The Cannonball Baker Sea-To-Shining-Sea Memorial… more»
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Sad Shape Shelby: 1987 Dodge Shelby CSX
We have all had the dream. We discover a 427 Cobra sitting in a decrepit barn somewhere in our travels. After shelling out $1,000 for it and taking it home, all it needs is a car wash and a… more»
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Smokey and the Bandit III: 1982 Pontiac Trans Am
Everyone knows Smokey and the Bandit is the best car movie ever. This is an indisputable fact. Unfortunately, two sequels were made. While Smokey and the Bandit II wasn’t too bad, Smokey and the Bandit III was pretty awful. … more»
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Still Gorgeous: 1940 Ford Tudor Sedan
Automobile design is a fickle thing. Some designs become instant classics, while others flop entirely. Ford had a long string of styling winners. Part of the reason was Edsel Ford’s eye for design and his good sense to hire… more»
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The Consequences Of Poor Storage: 1940 Buick Special Sport Phaeton
One of the horrors of this job is seeing how poor storage choices can accelerate the erosion of an otherwise restorable automobile. A perfect example would be this 1940 Buick Special Sport Phaeton for sale on eBay out of… more»
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Absolutely Almost All Original: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
Many times we see a claim that a car is all original, but closer inspection reveals that “original” is an abused word. For the sake of argument in this write-up, let’s set the definition as a car with nearly… more»
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I Want To Believe! 1965 Chevrolet Corvette With 9k Miles
Trust, but verify. That’s a phrase that every car enthusiast should live by when it comes to purchasing a vehicle. As we all know, sellers sometimes embellish or flat out makeup stories about cars that they are trying to… more»
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Prewar Passenger Pigeon: 1934 Hupmobile Aero-Dynamic
From the beginning of automobile production in America to the end of World War II, an amazing number of manufacturers entered and left the market. From simple cycle cars to the many famous luxury vehicle manufacturers, consumers had a… more»
