If any vehicle cemented Toyota’s reputation for reliability and dependability, it is its Pickup range. A global sales success, these classics have served with distinction in both domestic and defence roles. This 1986 Xtracab 4×4 is a genuine survivor… more»
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Needs TLC: 1985 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham
For some reason, I rarely think of a Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham from the 1980s as a car that needs work. I just assume that they’ve been taken care of, maintained, loved, washed, kept in a garage, etc. This is… more»
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13k Original Miles? 1984 Buick Electra Park Avenue
Mileage claims are sometimes a minefield. The reality is that in the absence of documentary evidence, they must be taken at face value. Such is the case with this 1984 Buick Electra Park Avenue. It presents well as a… more»
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Recent Restoration: 1966 Arctic Cat 140D
Even though this 1966 Arctic Cat 140D appears to be hidden away in storage – and with it weighing 380 pounds, I’m guessing some sort of forklift was used to get it up there – it’s also shown in… more»
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No Reserve: 1978 Ford F250 Ranger Lariat
When a seller places a classic on the market, and it attracts thirty-three bids in under two days, you can be sure that the vehicle has struck a sweet spot with potential buyers. Such is the case with this… more»
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World’s Most Dangerous Toy? 1960s Hop Rod Gas-Powered Pogo Stick
Who knew that a Wichita, Kansas company made such wacky toys? Chance Manufacturing out of Wichita came up with what has been called the world’s most dangerous toy, the Hop Rod, and they were reportedly made in 1960 and… more»
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14K-Mile One-Family-Owned 1984 Cadillac Seville
Low-mile vehicles always get a major stink-eye from a lot of readers and commenters. Maybe because after decades of reading used car ads and dealing with used car salespeople, it’s sometimes hard to believe such claims. Then again, every… more»
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9,800-Mile 1985 Buick LeSabre Collector’s Edition
As the last year for Buick LeSabre’s rear-wheel drive models, the fifth-generation cars were a bit smaller and a lot lighter than the previous generation cars. That being said, they still had enough of what customers wanted in a… more»
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17k Original Miles: 1972 Lincoln Continental Mark IV
Lincoln knew that the Continental Mark III was a tough act to follow, thanks to its sales success. However, the Mark IV proved a worthy successor, exceeding the company’s wildest expectations. This Mark IV rolled off the line in… more»
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30k Original Miles: 1972 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
Sometimes referred to as land yachts, cars like this 1972 Cadillac Coupe de Ville spent decades in the automotive wilderness. However, a new generation of enthusiasts is irresistibly drawn to these classics and the luxurious motoring experience they promise…. more»
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BF Auction: 1981 GMC C1500 Sierra
I remember an old Steve Martin comedy bit where he was trying to speak French, and he finally said, “Boy, those French, they have a different word for everything.” That’s like pickup makers and how they named their truck… more»
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Dual-Purpose Beast: 1984 Honda XL600R
An absolute steal of a deal at $3,000, this 1984 Honda XL600R is big. Really big. Not as in a V12 or a Gold Wing or some crazy 700-pound motorcycle big, but as in powerful. It can be found… more»
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BF Auction: 1985 Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas
This 1985 Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas is a two-owner classic with 77,777 genuine miles on the clock. This beauty presents extremely well, confirming that it has led a sheltered existence where it has been treated respectfully. The sale includes… more»
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1 of 1? 1970 Chrysler 300 Convertible
Chrysler introduced the 300 Sport Series in 1962. It was marketed alongside the 300 Letter Series, but with less focus on performance. The Sport Series continued after the Letter Series was discontinued in 1965. The seller has a nice… more»
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39K Original Miles: 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Aeroback
It’s amazing how an otherwise unremarkable car can turn up years later and suddenly look mildly intriguing if not downright cool. The malaise era had the unfortunate effect of putting many vehicles out into the wilderness, and some rightfully… more»
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Stunning Survivor: 1989 Buick Riviera
Possibly as nice a 1989 Buick Riviera as you’ll find, this example was owned by the seller’s dad, who bought it from the original owner in 1991, before the seller got it in 2017. It looks like a true… more»
