In the 1950s and 1960s, American Motors was your go-to company for sensibly sized, economical transportation. The American compact led the way for AMC and enabled them to snag fourth place in sales in 1962, the year the seller’s… more»
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Complete Restoration and No Reserve! 1965 Datsun 1500 Roadster
Have you ever seen a car so compelling you couldn’t resist putting in a bid or two? Here’s a contender: this nicely renovated 1965 Datsun 1500 roadster is listed on eBay in a no-reserve auction. The bidding has reached… more»
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19k One-Owner Miles: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
With more than 21 million copies made across 65 years, the VW Type 1 (aka Beetle or Bug) is likely the most built car in the world. Back in the day, they were everywhere, yet you seldom see one… more»
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Hausser V7 Turbo! 1987 Volvo 740
In the 1980s, seemingly every European car could be upfitted or customized in some way. Porsche with the slant nose conversions and wide body kits; VWs slammed on BBS wheels; Mercedes-Benz sedans with the full assortment of AMG parts;… more»
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Frame-Off Restoration: 1979 Avanti II
Few cars get a shot at a second life – but the Studebaker Avanti is one of them. When Studebaker ceased automobile production in the U.S. midway through the 1964 model year, it seemed the Avanti personal luxury car… more»
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Blood Star Movie Car! 1977 Ford Mustang II Ghia
It’s arguable whether or not intangible factors, such as past ownership by a celebrity or if an auto has appeared in a film, add any additional value, and always interesting to hear what our readers have to say about… more»
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Rally Sport Equipped: 1992 Chevrolet Astro Van
The van market in the United States is one of the more confusing segments to dissect. Obviously, large SUVs are still quite attractive to consumers, but many of them act as if seating for seven is a newfangled invention…. more»
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Limited Production Shadow: 1987 Shelby CSX
There’s a little thing called “moments” in the collector car world, and it essentially signifies when a particular make or model is enjoying renewed interest or popularity. The question becomes whether that moment will transform the car’s projections for… more»
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21k Mile Survivor: 1978 Ford Mustang King Cobra
When it comes to vintage autos, it’s important to keep in mind the norms for the period in which they were produced, both in terms of styling and performance. Regarding the latter, the Ford Mustang King Cobra is a… more»
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Fantastic Flame Red 1966 Buick Wildcat Convertible
Barn Finds’ prolific car spotter T.J. has come up with another gem for my Buick-loving heart to covet, this 1-of-2,690 1966 Wildcat Convertible. The seller is presenting it as a one-owner car that was purchased from the original owner’s estate,… more»
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17k Original Miles: 1974 Chevrolet Nova Custom
This front-on shot of this 1974 Chevrolet Nova Custom tells us far more about this classic than you may first realize. Take a close look. Do you see any chips or paint imperfections? You don’t? That’s unsurprising, because this… more»
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No Reserve: 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC
While much has been written about demographic shifts affecting the vintage car market – particularly as it relates to muscle cars – the world of classic Ferraris seems less affected. There’s still strong demand for cars like the one… more»
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Original 396/4-Speed: 1967 Chevrolet Impala Convertible
I’ve always viewed the 1960s as the greatest decade in American automotive history. It gave us pony cars, muscle cars, and personal luxury cars were hitting their stride. However, companies also demonstrated the ability to produce genuine sleepers, such… more»
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12k Original Mile: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1982 Chevrolet Corvette presents superbly, which is unsurprising given that it is a sheltered survivor with just 12,000 miles on its odometer. The first owner’s decision to order it in a relatively rare paint shade adds to its… more»
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Solid Californian: 1985 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
It might sound strange, but now is the ideal time to buy a classic Convertible to park in your garage. We’re rapidly heading towards winter, which is traditionally a time when prices are at their lowest. That makes this… more»
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LWB Survivor: 1994 Range Rover County
We talk often about the settling and adjustments of the vintage car and truck market, and the fluctuations have been significant. Among our observations is that many vehicles that got red-hot have come back down to Earth in recent… more»
