The recent closure of the vehicle manufacturing industry in Australia has seen the emergence from hiding of a raft of iconic performance cars Down Under. The Torana A9X is just such a car, and this one which recently sold… more»
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Grandma’s Tri-Five: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
1955 marked the beginning of what some Chevrolet enthusiasts consider the golden age of GM’s bowtie division with the first year of the “Tri-Five” era. This one-owner ’55 Bel Air post sedan is for sale here on craigslist in… more»
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Big Block Hauler: 1970 El Camino SS
Unfortunately for all of us who might like to purchase one, car based pickup trucks have gone the way of the ivory billed woodpecker here in America. While “utes” are insanely popular in Australia, these versatile vehicles effectively died… more»
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Front Wheel Survivor: 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
The Olds Toronado, historically speaking, is cool because it was the first U.S. mass produced front wheel drive vehicle since 1937. My personal favorite year of the Toronado is the ’68 due to the interesting looking grill. Located in Lakeland,… more»
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14,000 Miles: 1934 Dodge Brothers Truck
Prewar trucks are few and far between, especially when comparing the condition of the few surviving examples. This 1934 Dodge Brothers is a fabulous project with no rot, a solid frame, and even a running engine. Despite its age,… more»
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396-3 Speed: 1967 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon
Clean as a whistle, with low miles, and an awesome drive-train, this 1967 Caprice wagon is a very attractive survivor with great looks and even wood applique to complete the wagon package. Having spent its life with one family,… more»
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33,000 Mile Survivor: 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
We see at lot of cars with “survivor” claims that seem to be stretches. This 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass appears to be the real thing. Perhaps it was your father’s Oldsmobile? Regardless, if you fondly remember the early 1970’s this car… more»
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29,999 Original Miles: 1940 Ford Standard Coupe
The amazing thing about the old car market is that great cars pop up all the time. Just when you think all the solid, rust free cars in desirable body styles have evaporated, up pops a fantastic ride. Take… more»
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Preserved Sport Model: 1987 BMW 325is
This low-mileage 1987 BMW 325is is a car that’s near and dear to my heart, as I own the same vehicle but in Alpine White. The 1987 sport models – designated by the “IS” on the end of the… more»
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$4k Florida VW Type 2: Is It Your Type?
Call it a Breadloaf, a Loaf, a Bay Window, a Bay, a Transporter, a Samba, a Type 2, a Kombi, a Bus … or, in this case, a basic post-Chicken Tax VW Van. And, if you squint real hard,… more»
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Retro Camper Cool: 1975 Chevrolet C30 Camper
Having almost grown up in the back of a pickup camper, I love to see these nice vintage units still out there. This 1975 Chevrolet C30 and Camper is one sweet looking retro rig. It’s listed on eBay with four… more»
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Compromises and Financial Sacrifice: 1964 Porsche 356C
By any measure, Porsche 356s are iconic cars. Their evolution, from the first roadsters in 1948 to their eventual replacement by the 911 in 1965, spanned seventeen years of continual refinement. As Porsche is known for being a company… more»
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Sleeping Beauty’s Coffin: 1976 AMC Pacer D/L
There were a few Pacer’s exported to Europe and they occasionally appear at car shows. The Germans have an affectionate name for them, it’s “Sard der Schlafenden Shönheit” or “Sleeping Beauty’s Coffin”. My favorite nickname was “The Flying Fishbowl”…. more»
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Bargains Are Still Out There: 1969 Corvette
Why is it that every time I am broke (all the time) and/or already waist deep in a project, a great car comes along for a bargain price? 1968-1972 Corvette Stingrays are some of the most beautiful cars on… more»
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26k Original Miles: 1970 Chevrolet Nova
Finding a rough and rusty Chevy Nova can be fun, but not nearly as exciting as finding a pristine low mileage survivor like this Nova! This example has covered just 26k miles since new and has survived the years… more»
Reader Ad: 1978 Mercury Cougar Brougham
While it might have 4 doors, this Mercury could be a blast to have! It’s only seen 36k miles since new, is still in amazing condition and has an asking of only $3,650. If you’d love to have this… more»
