A Buick Grand National has been on my bucket list for a while, but I’ve yet to find the right one. Typically, they come in two forms: low-mileage survivors or total wrecks. I’d like to find something in the… more»
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Turbo Sleeper: 1986 Buick Regal T-Type
As the gas crisis of the 1970s took hold, car makers struggled to maintain performance. Buick’s solution was to reformulate power in an efficient way by using turbochargers. With its reliable 3.8-liter V6 as a base, Buick added a… more»
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348 Tri-Power: 1959 Chevrolet Impala
Some classics are a triumph of style over substance, but no such criticisms can be leveled at this 1959 Chevrolet Impala. It presents beautifully, but is far more than a pretty face. Lifting the hood reveals its original 348ci… more»
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56k Original Miles: 1960 Ford Galaxie Town Sedan
Simply stunning feels like the right words to describe this 1960 Ford Galaxie Town Sedan. It might feature more doors than some readers would prefer, but its presentation and the optional V8 under the hood more than compensate for… more»
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2006 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible With 4,200 Original Miles
Listing errors aren’t uncommon, but the owner of this 2006 Chevrolet Corvette makes a pretty fundamental one. Their heading describes the car as a Coupe, but the text and photos confirm it is a Convertible. However, leaving that mistake… more»
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Saved by a Leak! 1983 Mercury Capri
It is rare to find a classic in which the best thing that has happened is that its engine has developed an oil leak. However, such is the case with this 1983 Mercury Capri. A previous owner removed its… more»
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Bought in ’78! 1964 Pontiac GTO Convertible
When Pontiac executives rolled out the mid-size GTO in 1964, they expected to sell 5,000 copies. Well, more than 32,000 orders were taken, and production would top out at 97,000 units in 1966. To say they had a hit… more»
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Almost Finished: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
“America’s Sports Car”, the Chevy Corvette, struggled to find its way in the beginning, but you have to credit the company for sticking with it. Production numbers were 300, 3,640, and 700 units for model years 1953, 1954, and… more»
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48k-Mile Project: 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
In the late 1970s and early 1980s, the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme was the best-selling car in America. I, too, was taken in by its good looks and bought one in 1983 (it’s one of those cars I wish I… more»
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Big Block Driver: 1965 Dodge Monaco
Just about every one of the major American makes eventually released a special full-size hardtop with bucket seats and a console in the 1960s. Compared to what was arguably the movement’s shining star, the popular Pontiac Grand Prix, however,… more»
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69k Original Miles: 1984 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz
There comes a time when we each wish to live life at a more sedate pace. Escaping the hustle and bustle of our daily grind is essential for protecting our health and well-being. Some people grab their surfboard to… more»
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Original Tires: 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
The fourth and final generation of the rear-wheel drive Chevrolet Monte Carlo debuted in 1981 and ran through an abbreviated 1988 model year. The SS edition returned in 1983 after being off the roster for a dozen turns of… more»
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SS 396 Tribute: 1966 Chevrolet Impala Convertible
We’re often advised to read the fine print before signing on the dotted line. The same is true when purchasing a classic. This 1966 Chevrolet Impala Convertible perfectly demonstrates the importance of that approach. It is a numbers-matching vehicle… more»
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Rare Turbo Look: 1985 Porsche 911
In some car circles, having the most powerful model isn’t an automatic indication of owning the most collectible example. We all know of those special vehicles that are undoubtedly collector quality despite not being the most powerful version of… more»
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Upgraded Daily Driver: 1967 Ford Mustang
After selling more than 1.2 million examples, the popular Ford Mustang received a facelift in 1967. The car still looked every bit a pony, but it felt a little bigger – and the engine compartment was now large enough… more»
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Half-Year Wonder: 1970.5 Ford Falcon
There were two Ford Falcons during the 1970 model year. First, was the wind-down of the original compact at the end of calendar 1969. Second, the 1970.5 Falcon that was a mid-size stripper version of the redesigned Fairlane/Torino. It… more»
