After a record sales year in 1965, Chevrolet had a hard act to follow in 1966 with its full-size cars. Depending on models, Chevy sold 20% fewer Biscaynes, Bel Airs, and Impalas in 1966, but the numbers were still… more»
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41k-Mile Survivor? 1975 Mercury Comet
Ford launched the Maverick compact in 1970, and it would go on to be the company’s biggest sales hit since the 1965 Mustang. It was a simple car whose construction was similar to that “pony car” and the Falcon…. more»
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Martinique Yellow: 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4
Can a color compel you to buy a car? That’s certainly possible if the color is rare enough and the vehicle in question is worth driving on occasion. Paying a premium for a rare color is a scenario that… more»
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Turbo/4-Speed: 1963 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Spyder
Although introduced as a compact model, Chevrolet didn’t take long to add some performance credentials to its groundbreaking Corvair range. This 1963 example is a Monza Spyder, featuring a turbocharged engine under the hood. It presents extremely well for… more»
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421 Tri-Power: 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix
Some classics create barely a ripple when they hit the street, while others possess so many positive attributes that it is impossible to identify their greatest or most significant. This 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix falls into the latter category…. more»
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Chevy Power! 1969 AMC AMX Racer
American Motors introduced the AMX in 1968 as a GT-style muscle car. It was a 2-seater, so it was often compared to the Chevrolet Corvette. Buyers may have been a unique breed, as the AMX only found 19,000 or… more»
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Original-Paint 1970 Ford Ranchero with 351 Cleveland
The Ranchero has always carried a certain charm—half car, half truck, and entirely its own category. This 1970 Ford Ranchero, listed here on craigslist, leans into that appeal with a combination of originality, solid bones, and recent mechanical attention… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1956 Ford Thunderbird
This 1956 Ford Thunderbird is a stunning classic that has led a sheltered life. It presents superbly and features the range-topping V8 under the hood. The current owner has been its custodian for six years, and has kept the… more»
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Series III Restomod: 1974 Jaguar E-Type
Most of the time, I am not impressed with attempts to make vehicles look old, or rusty, or covered in fake patina. But this – well, this is pretty darn cool. It’s a 1974 Jaguar E-Type Series III coupe,… more»
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Come Take A Look: No Reserve 1966 Chevrolet Corvette
Can a ’66 Corvette be a practical daily driver? The original owner thought so; according to the seller, he drove it to work back in the 1960s when it was new. It’s now on the third owner, whose friend… more»
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California Woody Wagon: 1978 Ford Country Squire
In the late seventies, before the Minivan began taking over family hauling, station wagons were still holding strong in the marketplace, with the Ford Country Squire one of those that had been serving vacation needs proficiently for decades. At… more»
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20k Original Miles: 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible
It may seem odd, but now could be the ideal time to buy a classic Convertible. Sure, the weather is cold as winter sets in, but that is when prices are typically at their lowest. This 1976 Cadillac Eldorado… more»
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Excellent Resto Candidate? 1962 Studebaker Lark
So, is this 1962 Studebaker a bird, or a fun activity? I guess it depends on what definition of “Lark” you employ. It doesn’t seem like either to me, but it is an important model of the venerable Studebaker… more»
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455 HO/4-Speed: 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
It is easy to forgive any imperfections if a classic is an unmolested vehicle promising excellent performance. The seller admits that this 1975 Pontiac Trans Am isn’t flawless, although its presentation is consistent with a high-end driver. However, it… more»
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Only 43,000 Miles! 1964 Chevrolet Impala Wagon
Station wagons were always a big part of Chevrolet’s portfolio back in the day. The 1964 model year was no exception, with one out of every seven full-size Chevies built in that body style. The Impala continued as the… more»
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455 V8 Stage 1: 1974 Buick Gran Sport
In the 1960s and 1970s, General Motors was all over the muscle car movement. Chevrolet had the Chevelle Super Sport, Pontiac had the GTO, and Oldsmobile had the 4-4-2. Over at Buick, beginning in 1965, there was the Gran… more»
