The Corvair was Chevrolet’s first compact car, born in 1960 in unusual fashion. Its engine was air-cooled rather than water-cooled and resided in the back. After 1.8 million copies, the car quietly retired in the Spring of 1969. This… more»
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Cheap Wheels Survivor: 1992 Mercury Cougar
The Mercury Cougar began in 1967 as a second FOMOCO entry in the new “pony car” market. It was an upscale version of the Ford Mustang, but its direction would change in the 1970s. Years later, the seventh generation… more»
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Estate Find: 1986 Buick Regal T-Type
The seller has listed this 1986 Buick Regal T-Type to settle his late father-in-law’s estate. The late owner was only its custodian for about a year, but it appears it didn’t see much action during that time. It runs… more»
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Tough Truck: 1964 Dodge Power Wagon W300 4×4 Stepside Dually
If you are looking for a serious statement in the truck realm, this Power Wagon will resonate. It’s a one-ton, it’s a dually, it’s a 4×4 – and it’s orange. Listed here on eBay for $24,500 with the option… more»
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Original 283: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
Some classics have so many positive attributes that it’s almost impossible to pick one as the most significant. That is undoubtedly the case with this 1957 Chevrolet Nomad. Its presentation is spotless, making it ideal for someone seeking a… more»
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Restore or Preserve? 1960 Lincoln Continental Mark V Convertible
Some classics leave you pondering what path to follow once the vehicle in question is safely parked in your garage. This 1960 Continental Mark V Convertible is no different. This recent barn find could be a prime restoration candidate…. more»
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355 V8 Restomod: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
This 1957 Chevy Bel Air looks sharp with new paint and a blinged-out engine. But things here are not original, as the engine is a replacement, the interior is new, and the car has had a change in color…. more»
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1 of 294: 1970 Ford Ranchero Squire Project
The Ranchero Squire was the upscale version of Ford’s “Ute” (utility coupe). It came with faux woodgrain paneling, a concept that was also applied to the full-size LTD wagon in 1970. Based on the Torino, the Ranchero was redesigned… more»
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Rare Power Tailgate: 1971 Buick Electra Estate
I’m a sucker for classic American station wagons. I know they aren’t as exciting as a muscle or sports car, but I like that wagons are often overlooked simply because they were family haulers. Yes, most were just that,… more»
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Driver-Quality Cruiser: 1970 Ford Galaxie 500
Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Ford and Chevrolet were constantly at odds in full-size car sales. The Chevy Impala usually won out over the Ford Galaxie; in 1970, the ratio was 1.75 Chevies to each Ford (on the other… more»
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Indy 500 Pace Car: 1977 Oldsmobile Delta 88
The Oldsmobile Delta 88 was chosen to pace the field at the 1977 Indianapolis 500. As was typical GM practice, dealers produced a batch of replicas for sale. This silver-and-black beauty is one of 2,401 replicas built and was… more»
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Rare Tribute: 1991 Dodge Dakota Li’l Red Express
The Dakota was a mid-size pickup built by Dodge from 1987 to 2011 across three generations. From 1990-92, Dodge dealers offered a Dakota Li’l Red Express tribute, detailed by a contractor to resemble the D-Series Li’l Red Express trucks… more»
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Solid V8 Driver: 1961 Studebaker Hawk
Some cars feature fairly generic styling that blends into the scenery like an automotive chameleon. No such criticism could be leveled at this 1961 Studebaker Hawk. Its distinctive fins and side profile are instantly recognizable, so you won’t mistake… more»
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Rebuilt 350: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
This 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu has the baked appearance of a classic that has spent its life in a dry location. It seems that its looks aren’t deceptive, with the buyer facing a fairly long list of cosmetic tasks… more»
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No Reserve: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am hides its light under a bushel. Once you look past the tired paint, you find a rock-solid restoration candidate with many new mechanical components. It would allow the winning bidder to indulge in immediate… more»
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Bat Rod: 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix Convertible
Fins were definitely a receding trend by the early 1960s, but the owner of this 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix Convertible obviously didn’t receive the memo. By grafting a set of Cadillac fins to its rear quarter panels, they have… more»
