This 1971 Chevy Nova looks like a fairly basic car for its day. But it has a 350 cubic inch V8, an automatic transmission, and power brakes, at a minimum. And it’s yet to be converted into a Super… more»
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Forgotten British Oddball: 1964 Daimler SP250 Project
Some project cars show up so often that people barely notice them anymore. A Daimler SP250 is definitely not one of those cars. This 1964 example listed on Facebook Marketplace out of Cicero, New York stands out simply because… more»
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Package Deal: 1984 + 1982 Renault Fuego
The Renault Fuego was a French-built car offered in the U.S. between 1982 and 1985. You could get one at your local American Motors dealership, as the makes were in cahoots at the time. The seller has a pair… more»
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Well-Optioned 1963 Oldsmobile Starfire
The truly evocative model names in the auto industry today seem to be holdovers from a bygone era: Mustang, Charger, Silverado, and not too much else. What is an Envista? A K5? An A7? Regardless of how exciting or… more»
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Stage 1 Clone? 1970 Buick Gran Sport 455 V8
Buick joined the mid-size muscle car race in 1965 with the Gran Sport, based on Skylark hardtops and convertibles. They became quite potent over the years, including the 1970 GS Stage 1 with a 455 cubic inch V8…. more»
Upgraded V8/6-Speed: 1989 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
If you’ve been scouring the market, searching for a C4 Corvette to park in your garage, your quest may be at an end. This 1989 Corvette Convertible presents superbly and is a turnkey proposition with 57,000 miles on the… more»
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57k Original Miles: 1969 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds
At the end of the 1960s, buyers could choose from so many muscle cars that it made their heads spin. Factor in pony cars with large-capacity V8s under the hood, and the situation became overwhelming. It was against this… more»
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400/4-Speed: 1970 Pontiac GTO “The Judge”
Pontiac’s GTO defined the muscle car era, and many enthusiasts believe that “The Judge” variant was the badge’s crowning glory. It certainly lived up to the hype, delivering performance that satisfied all but the most hardened enthusiast. This 1970… more»
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429-Powered: 1970 Mercury Cyclone
There is no substitute for cubic inches. This 1970 Mercury Cyclone demonstrates the truth behind that statement. Its engine bay houses a 429ci V8, delivering a mountain of power and torque. It means that even the lightest tickle of… more»
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Field Find Parts Car: 1974 AMC Matador X
American Motors was never one to shy away from taking chances with styling. Some of the most unusual styling choices of the 1970s included the Gremlin, Pacer, and the Matador coupe. While the Matador had been around since 1971,… more»
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Restored Cruiser: 1971 Buick Skylark Convertible
Two days ago, I penned a piece on a 1969 Buick GS 400 and marveled at both its condition and price – it seemed too good to be true. Today, I’d like to move forward two years and take… more»
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Bent and Bruised: 1970 Pontiac GTO 455 V8
The Pontiac GTO was the “leader of the pack” when it came to muscle cars in the 1960s. It reached peak sales of 100,000 units in 1966. But cooling demand, some caused by rising insurance premiums, brought that number… more»
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Upgraded 440/4-Speed: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner
It is undeniable that, from this angle, the 1970 Plymouth Road Runner is an aggressive vehicle. Thankfully, it has the muscle to justify its looks, courtesy of the updated 440ci V8 under the hood. It presents beautifully and will… more»
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Shop Owner Built: Austin-Healey Sprite SCCA Race Car
One lesson that has proven quite useful with buying older vehicles is that you’re buying the owner/seller as much as the car itself. This is why I’ve struggled lately with seeing some listings on auction websites where the seller… more»
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1 of 1,300: 1954 Dodge Royal Convertible
In the 1954 Dodge lineup, the Royal was the cream of the crop. And the convertible was the rarest model with just 2,000 copies built. But 700 of those were replicas of the Royal drop-top that was chosen to… more»
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C4 Coupe Driver: 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
One of my bigger gripes with the Corvette community is how many cars seem to be modified with the intent to make the car louder and more eye-catching. The more subtle approach is what gets my attention, however, which… more»
