Ford was one of the first U.S. automakers to release a whole new line of cars after World War II. The 1946-48 editions were largely warmed-over pre-war automobiles, but the cars were redesigned in 1949 to help meet the… more»
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Garage Find: 1969 MGB GT
As far as British sports cars go, the MGB GT might be the most practical of choices. With a Pininfarina-styled roof and hatchback practicality, there’s nothing that says you can’t daily drive your new find once you get it… more»
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Original Patina: 1946 Crosley Sedan
All we know about this long-time-stored 1946 Crosley panel two-door sedan is that it “needs restoration,” and that the “engine is out and turns free.” The owner may consider parting it out. It’s on Facebook Marketplace in Easton, Connecticut,… more»
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Q-Code Cobra Jet: 1973 Ford Mustang Convertible
Big changes were in store for the Ford Mustang in 1974, as the pony car got a major redesign going into its second generation of production. The all-new Mustang II was smaller and more fuel efficient, and the timing… more»
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The Rudi Klein Junkyard Collection: Part Two – The Cars
As revealed in Part One of the Klein Junkyard series (thanks once again to Helena for the tip!) Mr Klein amassed an enormous collection of mostly German exotic cars and parts over decades. While his business ostensibly existed to sell… more»
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Urban Barn Find: 1987 Oldsmobile 98 Touring Sedan
The Oldsmobile 98 (aka Ninety-Eight) was the GM division’s flagship model for most of the second half of the 20th Century. A super fancy version of the car emerged in 1987 called the Touring Sedan with split front seats… more»
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4-Speed Project: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
One of the hottest new cars of the 1960s was the Plymouth Road Runner. Arriving in 1968 (a year after the upscale GTX), the Road Runner was a muscle car for those on a budget. Sales would quickly peak… more»
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Museum Project: 1963 Plymouth Fury Convertible
As the story goes, Chrysler got hold of some “intelligence” that told them General Motors would downsize products in 1962. So, the all-new B-bodied Plymouths and Dodges were smaller than before. As it turns out, the intel was wrong,… more»
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Huge Barn Find! The Bill Slavens Corvette Collection
It’s always sad to hear when someone who’s experienced a lifelong passion for collecting cars has passed away, with Chevrolet Corvette connoisseur Bill Slavens managing to acquire 21 examples of his favorite sports car before his unfortunate passing last… more»
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Stored 47 Years: Running 1940 Mercury Eight
Ford Motor Co. introduced a third range of automobiles in 1939, Mercury. It was sandwiched in between the more pedestrian Ford and the high-end Lincoln. The premiere model was the Mercury Eight, designated as such for its 239 cubic… more»
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Mercedes Bonanza: Stash of SL-Class Cars
The SL-Class of Mercedes-Benz grand touring sports car has been in production since 1954. The SL designation in English translates as “Sport Light”. The third generation arrived in 1971 and stuck around through 1989. The seller has amassed seven… more»
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Next Level Patina: 1947 Indian Chief
In 1922, Indian introduced the Chief as the largest and most powerful motorcycle in the lineup. Yet it wasn’t until Indian designer Charles Franklin added full fenders to the motorcycle’s lanky frame that it became a cultural icon. The… more»
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Forgotten Muscle Car: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1
The Mach 1 was added to the Mustang roster in 1969 as Ford was looking to boost sales. Since its peak in 1966, demand for the Mustang declined every year due to competition entering the market. The Mach 1… more»
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Stalled Restoration: 1970 Plymouth GTX
Plymouth introduced the GTX in 1967 as a premium mid-size muscle car. It was joined by the budget-conscious Road Runner in 1968. The GTX was a series of its own for five years, disappearing after 1971 except as a… more»
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Removable Hardtop: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
The Chevy Corvette debuted in 1953 and later gained the title “America’s Sports Car”. Early Corvettes were largely hand-assembled (just 300 copies in 1953), but some automation enabled Chevy to crank 3,640 units of the sports car the following… more»
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Crashed in ’78! 1969 Lamborghini Miura P400 S
As barn finds go, any Lamborghini gets your heart pounding, even a rough one. This 1969 Lamborghini Miura P400 S thrilled its lucky owners for nearly a decade before a traffic crash in 1978 silenced the symphony of its… more»
