Plymouth redesigned its compact Valiant in 1967, making it inexpensive, dependable, and boring. To liven things up and attract a young audience, the Duster was created in 1970. It was a fastback version of the car that only shared… more»
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One Of The Last: 1974 Dodge Challenger
With interest in pony cars dwindling, the first generation Dodge Challenger didn’t even make it through its final year of production, getting the axe in April of 1974. That’s a shame, as it was still scoring very high in… more»
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Corvette Summer Star: 1977 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
The car movie scene in the 1970s and 1980s was likely the peak of gearhead-friendly cinema. Outside of the Fast and the Furious franchise from the late 90s and early 2000s (don’t talk to me about the seemingly endless… more»
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Long-Term Owner: 1960 Plymouth Fury Convertible
I have always been a student of automotive history, spending my downtime reading and absorbing information to improve my knowledge. One of the most fascinating topics is model names. One former Ford executive described devising names as one of… more»
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25k Original Miles: 1995 Chevrolet Impala SS
We have recently seen a few examples of the Chevrolet Impala SS cross our desks at Barn Finds, with most rolling off the line during the halcyon days of the 1960s. Chevrolet revived the badge during the 1990s, with… more»
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70k Original Miles: 1980 Chevrolet LUV Mikado 4×4
I have long admired small 4×4 Pickups. Admittedly, they don’t provide the load-carrying capacity or ground clearance of their larger brethren. However, their diminutive size allows them to access tight locations that can leave the opposition stranded. This 1980… more»
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2-Seater Conversion: 1983 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The third-generation Camaro was still a desirable commodity in 1983, with 154,000 units rolling off the assembly line. More than 62,000 of them would be Z28s, but only as coupes. A couple of aftermarket companies could build you one,… more»
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Moss Gold Cheyenne: 1976 Chevrolet K5 Blazer
While a Chevrolet K5 Blazer is already a desirable vehicle, there are certainly ways to make this mass production 4×4 into more of a standout. Of course, it comes down to options and colors, and this 1976 example has… more»
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Former Barn Find: 1960 Chevrolet Bel Air
Styling of the 1959-60 Chevrolets was inspired by the “Forward Look” redesign of Chrysler products in 1957, which may have caught the industry by surprise. Tailfins quickly became the all-the-rage and led Chevrolet to shift gears, causing the all-new… more»
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340 H-Code: 1972 Dodge Challenger
Considering what a strong start the first generation Dodge Challenger had in 1970, the timing seems to have been its worst enemy. Just two years later, muscle car desirability was fading quickly, and big blocks in the E-Bodies were… more»
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BF Auction: 1947 Cushman Model 52 Scooter
Cushman Motor Works manufactured various vehicles, but for a long time, their bread-and-butter product was Scooters. They were surprisingly successful, managing to build and sell Scooter all the way to 1965. This 1946 Model 52 is peak Cushman, with… more»
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Luxury Sleeper? 1956 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
Cadillacs of the mid-1950s extended the popularity of the new pillarless hardtop look introduced by General Motors in 1949. Facelifted for 1956 to give the illusion of a longer, lower, more stately vehicle, and decked with luxe trim and… more»
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Highly Optioned: 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS
Some cars are created with a focus on performance, while others cocoon their occupants in luxury and comfort. However, a third group combines the best of both worlds. Such is the case with this 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS. It… more»
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No Reserve: 1963 MG Midget
I have always considered my automotive tastes as eclectic, although there was a time when I barely gave small British sports cars more than a passing glance. However, that attitude was born of ignorance because it took only a… more»
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350-Equipped: 1961 Ford Econoline Pickup
One attraction of the custom scene is that it allows owners to be bold and daring. Some choose the safe path, while others consider more left-field alternatives. This 1961 Ford Econoline Pickup is a perfect example of that thinking…. more»
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Rare Options? 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
Claims of rarity with many classics is a slippery slope, because verifying them can be challenging. However, there are few such problems with the Chevrolet Corvette, with plenty of resources available that cover almost every aspect of these American… more»
