The Vega was Chevrolet’s first foray into subcompact transportation beginning in 1971. A lot of planning went into the little car. But it fell short in execution, and the early Vega’s were plagued by engine and premature corrosion woes…. more»
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Stainless Survivor: 1983 DMC DeLorean
John DeLorean developed a well-earned reputation for being the driving force behind some of America’s most desirable high-performance production cars. Sadly, this gift didn’t extend to the only car to actually bear his name. The DMC DeLorean looked stunning,… more»
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Luxury Driver: 1980 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
Some classics appeal to different people for a variety of reasons. If your leanings aren’t towards hard-edged performance cars, this 1980 Cadillac Coupe de Ville might be a tempting proposition. It presents well as a survivor-grade vehicle, with no… more»
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45k Mile 1984 Pontiac Trans Am 15th Anniversary
Pontiac threw a party in 1984, and the Trans Am was the guest of honor. It marked fifteen years since the first Trans Am graced showroom floors, so what better time to release a limited edition version celebrating that… more»
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Original Paint: 1956 Chevrolet 210
When the “Tri-Five” Chevrolets were in production from 1955 to 1957, three levels of trim were offered based on the level of your budget. The 150 was for basic transportation, while the Bel Air was top-of-the-line. In the middle… more»
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Bargain Potential? 1966 Morgan 4/4
In an era when progress marches forward without regard for whether the previous way of doing things needed improvement, the Morgan roadster reminds us why some traditions have endured. In the case of cars like this 1966 4/4, it… more»
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390-Powered Convertible: 1967 Ford Galaxie 500
Convertibles were still popular in the mid-1960s, and Ford offered them in all their major series. The Galaxie 500 was Ford’s equivalent of the Chevrolet Impala, and they built more than 24,000 drop-tops in 1967, with only 20% being… more»
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13k Mile 4-Speed: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Berlinetta
The second-generation Chevrolet Camaro had a longer lifespan than most automobiles, introduced in 1970 with the overall body style changing very little until production ended after 1981. However, the exterior did receive a minor makeover for 1978, and in… more»
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How Many Left? 1988 Pontiac Grand Am LE
Did you know that GM built roughly 3 million third-generation Pontiac Grand Ams? I’m not surprised, considering you used to see these economy cars practically everywhere. Malls, high schools, suburban driveways – you name it, there was likely a… more»
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Last of the 250 GT Series: 1963 Ferrari Lusso
Possibly the most beautiful of Ferrari’s 250 GT series, the three hundred fifty GT/L road cars produced from 1962 to 1964 were soon known simply as “Lusso” – Italian for luxury. Technically, these cars were the final evolution of… more»
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Rockford Style: 1978 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
As a teenager, I was fortunate that my father was an enormous fan of the TV series The Rockford Files. It meant that the show became a staple of our weekly viewing schedule. I never watched it for the… more»
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1961 Mercury Meteor 600 With 8,100 Original Miles!
Had things gone to plan, our feature car would have become the 1961 Edsel Ranger. However, when Ford’s bold plans for the Edsel brand collapsed, the company recouped the development costs of the new Ranger by rebadging it and… more»
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455 Equipped: 1967 Buick Skylark
The seller refers to this 1967 Buick Skylark as restored, but because of the upgraded engine hiding under the hood, I would probably consider it refurbished. It spent twenty-five years in storage but has been revived and is ready… more»
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Clean Survivor: 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
Badge revivals are nothing new in the automotive world. Chevrolet followed the practice in 1983 when it reintroduced the SS badge to the Monte Carlo range after a twelve-year absence. Our featured SS rolled off the line in 1985… more»
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Power Top: 1966 Pontiac Catalina Convertible
We may have passed the summer solstice, but there are still plenty of opportunities to hit the road on a sunny day in a classic Convertible before winter arrives. Hiding in this garage is a prime candidate for those… more»
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Rare 4-Speed: 1973 Pontiac Trans Am 455
Due to a fear of rust, many enthusiasts seek out classics from favorable climates to park in their garages. That fact and its inherent desirability help explain why this 1973 Pontiac Trans Am has generated considerable interest since it… more»
