In automotive circles, the 1950s are remembered best for the overt use of tailfins. From small to large, it seemed like every new car had them back in the day. But the decade was also known for innovation (or… more»
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454/4-Speed: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1972 Chevrolet Corvette seems to tick many of the “right” boxes enthusiasts prefer when seeking a classic. Its presentation is first-rate, it features a big-block under the hood, and this beauty is numbers-matching. So, what’s not to like?… more»
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302 Upgrade: 1968 Ford Mustang Convertible
The secret of the First Generation Mustang’s success and longevity is two-fold. Ford’s decision to pitch the car to a broad range of buyer tastes and budgets meant it couldn’t build cars fast enough to meet demand. In the… more»
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260/4-Speed: 1962 Ford Falcon Futura
Restomods take many forms, with some wilder than others. This 1962 Ford Falcon Futura can be considered a restomod, but its creator aimed to produce a car that combined comfort with improved performance without becoming uncivilized. I believe they… more»
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Affordable Classic: 1973 Plymouth Duster
We’ve probably all met at least one enthusiast who dreams of parking a classic in their driveway, but their budget has made that dream unattainable. If you fall within that category, this 1973 Plymouth Duster might ride to your… more»
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409 Dual-Quad V8: 1962 Chevrolet Bel Air
To many, the 1962 Chevies with a 409 cubic inch V8 are considered iconic. And those with twin carburetors raise the bar even higher. This 1962 Bel Air 2-door sedan has a 409 twin carb engine and a 4-speed… more»
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Supercharged: 1963 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk
I have long admired the battlers of the automotive world. Armed with minuscule budgets and sky-high enthusiasm, they tried, usually unsuccessfully, to take the fight up to the top end of town. One such marque was Studebaker, a brand… more»
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Long-Term Ownership: 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta
This 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta fell into sympathetic hands when it was sold 23 years ago to the current owner. He has pampered this worthy beast at every turn, giving it whatever it needed and more. For instance, while… more»
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One Family Owned: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
If long-term ownership is a crucial consideration when selecting a classic to park in your garage, this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible deserves a close look. It has been part of the same family since Day One, and the indications… more»
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289 V8 “3-on-the-Tree”! 1967 Ford Falcon
The Falcon was Ford’s first entry into the compact car market. From its launch in 1960, it was often at the top of the leaderboard for the first half of the decade. Then the Mustang came along and stole… more»
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Mark Cross Sedan: 1988 Chrysler New Yorker
We recently featured a Dodge Dynasty LE sedan, noting it was a once-popular car we rarely see these days. Now, we can add its corporate twin to the list: the “Series C” Chrysler New Yorker sedan, an upmarket take… more»
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454, Hold the SS? 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Well, this is an interesting find, courtesy of Curvette, and for more than just one reason. It’s a 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, and a 454 CI V8 engine powers it – more on that attribute in a bit. It’s… more»
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Drive and Fix: 1971 Chevrolet Nova
This 1971 Chevy Nova looks like a fairly basic car for its day. But it has a 350 cubic inch V8, an automatic transmission, and power brakes, at a minimum. And it’s yet to be converted into a Super… more»
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Package Deal: 1984 + 1982 Renault Fuego
The Renault Fuego was a French-built car offered in the U.S. between 1982 and 1985. You could get one at your local American Motors dealership, as the makes were in cahoots at the time. The seller has a pair… more»
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Well-Optioned 1963 Oldsmobile Starfire
The truly evocative model names in the auto industry today seem to be holdovers from a bygone era: Mustang, Charger, Silverado, and not too much else. What is an Envista? A K5? An A7? Regardless of how exciting or… more»
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Stage 1 Clone? 1970 Buick Gran Sport 455 V8
Buick joined the mid-size muscle car race in 1965 with the Gran Sport, based on Skylark hardtops and convertibles. They became quite potent over the years, including the 1970 GS Stage 1 with a 455 cubic inch V8…. more»
