Some classics wear the tag of survivor without earning that honor. The seller sometimes uses that word despite the vehicle either being restored or modified. I take a fairly tough line on the subject, believing that only original and… more»
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Chrome Bumper Swan Song: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
The third generation (aka C3) of the Chevrolet Corvette was born in 1968, patterned after a Mako Shark. It proved popular enough to stick around through 1982 before the next redesign. The 1973 versions are noted for being the… more»
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Senior-Owned Survivor: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
From its introduction in 1964, Chevrolet’s mid-size Chevelle would be a sales success for many years to come. The redesign from 1968 to 1972 was especially popular, which included the seller’s Malibu 4-door sedan. It was owned by two… more»
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Ready For The Road: 1985 Ford Bronco II XLT
If you go to your friendly Ford dealer today, you’ll find that they’re willing to sell you a big Bronco or a little Bronco…just like they would back in 1985. Being that we’re a bunch of classic car fans… more»
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Q-Code 351 V8 Project: 1972 Ford Torino
Ford redesigned the mid-size Torino in 1972, and the Fairlane nameplate had already become just a memory (in 1971). This design would hold through 1976, after which the cars were rebranded as LTD IIs. The seller has owned this… more»
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Classic Cruiser: 1972 Oldsmobile 88 Royale Convertible
No doubt about it, I’ll admit that I like full-size, V8-powered, rear-wheel drive convertibles. Yes, I’ve owned a couple, but I think it’s the fact that such an architecture has become unobtanium in a new form, and that’s been… more»
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‘Cuda 340 Clone: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda Gran Coupe
This 1970 Plymouth Barracuda looks to have gone through an extensive restoration. And a conversion in the process. No longer is it the Gran Coupe with a 318 cubic inch V8 as the VIN indicates. It’s been detailed as… more»
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Practical Collector Car? 1984 Chevrolet El Camino
It’s a good day when a car for sale sends me to the books to get the scoop on option availability, because then I get to learn something new and (if I’m lucky) a little obscure. In the case… more»
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Sami Survivor: 1988 Suzuki Samurai
While our general impression of automotive dealerships is not all that positive in society, I do love finding interesting vehicles for sale at mainstream vendors. This 1988 Suzuki Samurai, for some reason, has appeared on the lot of an… more»
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Worth Importing? 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
The Corvette ZR-1 is a vehicle you can find with relative ease in the United States. However, there’s a case to be made for importing this example from Vancouver, BC if you happen to live in the upper reaches… more»
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Widebody Rarity: 2001 Renault Clio V6 Sport
One of the more entertaining aspects of our hobby is when a car comes along that represents a point when manufacturers were far less cautious. These days, most cars are safely sanitized for consumer use, even the most hairy… more»
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Z28-Injected Restomod: 1971 Pontiac Firebird
Some of you will look at this 1971 Pontiac Firebird and question why I referenced the Camaro Z28 in the title. That’s pretty simple, because beneath the skin, this Pontiac is pure 2000 Camaro Z28. The seller extended the… more»
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Still Coachbuilt: 1934 Rolls-Royce 20/25 Sedan
Rolls-Royce’s 20/25 was created to correct a strategic error that arose after the lightweight “Twenty” arrived in 1922. The Twenty was a technological groundbreaker that advanced the owner’s role as driver. The dependence on chauffeurs was fracturing. Yet, prospective… more»
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440 Six-Pack: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T
A desirable paint shade? Check. Excellent presentation? Check. No rust? Check. A 440 Six-Pack under the hood? Check. This 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T has enough positive attributes to appeal to most Mopar enthusiasts. Actually, we can scrub the “Mopar”… more»
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400/4-Speed: 1970 Pontiac GTO
We see a fair selection of Pontiac GTOs at Barn Finds, but this 1970 example caught my eye. It isn’t merely the drivetrain configuration and factory options that appeal, but the paint shade, which helps it to stand out… more»
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Stored 27 Years: 1951 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop
GM introduced its pillarless hardtop coupe on the Buick Riviera in mid-1949. In the next model year, the sleek-looking roofline was offered on Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile models. I read that the stylists at GM wanted to capture the… more»
