The Pontiac Tempest and LeMans were upgraded to mid-size status in 1964 (as were other comparable cars in the GM fold). The Tempest was the more frugal choice, and changes in 1965 were largely related to switching from horizontal… more»
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Just Add TLC: 1966 Ford Mustang Drop-Top
Next to the coveted fastback, the most desirable of the early Ford Mustangs has to be the convertible. Sure, this one has a six-cylinder engine rather than a 289 cubic inch V8, but if you’re looking to just cruise,… more»
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Restored But Never Driven: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 427
Maybe it all boils down to the number of wheeled toys a man has to play with, but I just can’t imagine restoring a C3 Corvette and letting it sit for more than 20 years without ever starting or… more»
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Needs Engine: 1969 Allis-Chalmers Terra Tiger 6×6
Beginning in 1860 as a company that made milling equipment for flour processing, the firm that would eventually be known as Allis-Chalmers grew into one of America’s largest makers of steam engines by 1900. Most of us know the… more»
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Worth The Gamble? 1965 Buick Skylark GS
Whether you love GM, hate GM, or are of no opinion on the matter, there’s no denying the success that they enjoyed with their 1964-1972 A-body intermediates. Spread across four of their five divisions, they were a smashing success… more»
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$2,500 Barn Find: 1989 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible
The XJS (XJ-S in its earlier years) was a “grand tourer” produced in England from 1975 to 1996. Three body styles were offered, including the convertible that you see here. Jaguar was acquired by Ford in 1991, but that… more»
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Pristine 1990 Cadillac Brougham… With a Digital Dash!
My neighbor has exactly this car—in black, I think—rusting away in his driveway, sitting on four flat tires, covered with dirt and sporting a peeling vinyl roof. I’m not sure what he’s saving it for, since it would be… more»
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Rare Long Roof: 1958 Oldsmobile Super 88 Fiesta Wagon
Talk about making a statement. Even the country club crowd back in 1958 would’ve been impressed with this station wagon: a glistening black (and chrome) 1958 Oldsmobile Super 88 Fiesta Wagon. It certainly had presence and didn’t blend into… more»
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Garage-Kept Luxury: 1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
The 1995 Mercury Cougar XR7 sits in that interesting space where it is old enough to feel nostalgic, but still modern enough to be genuinely usable. This example, listed on eBay, is being offered by a private seller in… more»
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Best Ad? 1950s Lancaster Direct-Drive Chainsaw
We’ve seen some great ads written by masters of marketing and mayhem, but this may be the best ad I’ve read in years, if not of all time. Please read this gentleman’s listing; you will not be disappointed. This… more»
Same Family Since 1969! 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
“America’s Sports Car,” the Chevrolet Corvette, debuted in 1953. The first year saw only 300 copies produced, largely by hand assembly. Once the car reached its final home, production increased to 3,640 units in 1954. The seller’s car is… more»
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35-Year Garage Find: 1968 Buick Skylark
All General Motors A-body intermediates were redesigned in 1968. Of those cars, the Skylarks fielded by Buick were perhaps the most stylish (which makes sense as they were also the fanciest). Particularly in the outward V-shape, where the rear… more»
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Tigre Modifications: 1960 Panhard PL17
This 1960 Panhard PL17 may look like a French pastry, with its expressive aluminum trim, but it has also received an engine upgrade to Tigre specifications, which means another 8 hp on top of the 42 available in the… more»
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Tin Woodie Project: 1951 Chevrolet Styleline
In the 1930s and 1940s, wood-bodied station wagons were all the rage. But a lot of hand labor and custom wood materials were needed, so they became too expensive to produce over time. 1948 was the last year of… more»
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No Reserve: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe
As a passionate enthusiast, it breaks my heart to see a classic like this 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe reduced to this state. Fire is indiscriminate and will happily consume a boring daily driver or a desirable iconic… more»
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350/3-Speed: 1972 GMC k1500 4×4 Pickup
I am amazed at how tastes evolve. I once wouldn’t have given classic Pickups a second glance, but I now find them quite attractive. I’m unsure whether it is the versatility or the rugged dependability, but I often think… more»
