Although designed as no-nonsense workhorses, classic Pickups often represent excellent project candidates. Enthusiasts can follow the faithful path, although these classics offer enormous scope for customization. This 1957 Chevrolet 3600 is a prime example of the breed. It has… more»
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GM-Powered Project: 1987 Avanti
The Studebaker Avanti was rare in that it was one of the few automobiles to live on in production after the demise of the parent company. The Avanti II (shortened later to Avanti) enjoyed a second life from 1965… more»
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Ragtop Needs Restoring: 1962 Chevrolet Impala
As Dinah Shore would croon for years, “See the USA in Your Chevrolet” was a popular way to go decade after decade. And what better way to do it than in a 1962 Chevrolet Impala convertible. Though scarcely seen… more»
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Topper Included! 1971 Dodge D100
The Big Three always had a tendency to hold onto truck designs for long periods; planned obsolescence was a concept that only the passenger car side of the business could apparently afford. Therefore, during the Dodge “Sweptline” period of… more»
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Running Project: 1971 Chevelle Malibu
Chevrolet treated the 1971 Chevelle to a styling refresh, its third since a redesign of the A-body intermediate in 1968. Gone were the dual headlights the Chevelle had carried from Day 1, replaced by large, singular peepers on each… more»
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No Reserve Garage Find: 1969 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
Hiding in this garage is a classic that could appeal to enthusiasts seeking a prestige restoration project. This 1969 Cadillac Coupe de Ville is a one-owner vehicle with just 31,000 miles on the odometer. It requires revival after years… more»
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Original And Complete: 1930 Ford Model A
Purity! That’s why I selected this 1930 Ford Model A to review. Now, purity doesn’t necessarily mean cleanliness; no, I’m thinking more along the lines of “original”, “as intended”, “not messed with”, and that’s what I see in this… more»
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Barn Bound For 30 Years: 1955 Ford Customline
You know, one advantage of harboring a barn find is that you get to use its horizontal surfaces to store stuff. Perhaps not ideal, but I know I’ve done it, and so has the owner of this 1955 Ford… more»
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BF Auction: 1966 Ford Fairlane 500
UPDATE – The seller has added photos to the gallery below. While the Mustang was taking all the spotlight after its explosive first year in sales and an even stronger 1966 campaign, Ford was peddling more than sporty sexiness… more»
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Ghostbusters Tribute: 1964 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
Oldsmobile launched an unusual station wagon in 1964. Based on the new mid-size Cutlass, the Vista Cruiser had a raised roof in its back half, with fixed-glass, roof-mounted skylights. They provided visibility for passengers in the second and third… more»
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Graduate Special: 1967 Alfa Romeo Duetto Spider 1600
I can picture this Duetto wafting along the B-roads of Oxfordshire countryside on a beautiful summer evening, bathed in late evening sunshine. Outside of that idyllic scenario though, these are perilous to own in the UK because we salt… more»
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Same Owner for 50 Years: 1947 MG TC
A long-term ownership history is desirable when choosing a classic to park in your garage. That is the story behind this 1947 MG TC, with the current owner serving as its custodian for over fifty years. It has spent… more»
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One Owner Turbo: 1988 Ford Thunderbird
The subtle hood scoops immediately indicate that this 1988 Ford Thunderbird is something fairly special. The first owner sought to combine luxury and performance, ordering this classic with the optional turbocharged four-cylinder engine under the hood. By ticking the… more»
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Rhode Island Find: 1964 Greyhound Glide-A-Ride
What do you do when you have to haul a lot of sightseers around the 700-acre 1964 World’s Fair? You don’t want diesel smoke, you can’t drive anything very large, it has to motor slowly, visibility outward must be… more»
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1 of Just 947 Built: 1975 Pontiac Trans Am 455 HO
For Pontiac fans, 1975 marked the end of an era. The 455 HO Trans Am bowed out after a short production run, making these cars highly sought after today. The seller of this example, listed in Kalama, Washington, says… more»
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Nomad Imitator Project: 1957 Ford Del Rio
The 1957-58 Del Rio was the successor to Ford’s also short-lived (1956) Parklane. Both were attempts to market a 2-door “sport wagon” like the Chevrolet Nomad and Pontiac Safari. The Del Rio was essentially a fancy Ranch Wagon with… more»
