Several years ago, I found myself approached in a parking lot by a gentleman who asked me if I wanted to trade my 1965 Dart Wagon for a 1972 Ford truck. Although I had no interest in doing so,… more»
Driver Quality Cars
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Superbird Tribute: 1970 Plymouth Satellite
While a clone is typically considered an automobile that replicates an actual model as closely as possible, a tribute has looser reins and leaves more room for taking liberties and adding personal touches, allowing a builder to turn a… more»
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Show Car: 1972 Rolls-Royce Corniche
Describing any unrestored classic as a show car is bold, but the seller listing this 1972 Rolls-Royce Corniche adopts that strategy. It certainly presents exceptionally well, from its beautiful paint to its spotless interior. The seller has invested a… more»
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Tiny Off-Roader: 1988 Suzuki Samurai
One of the drawbacks of most off-roaders is that they are quite big. That limits their ability to access tight locations. However, that shouldn’t be a problem with this 1988 Suzuki Samurai. Its modest exterior dimensions will allow it… more»
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Missing the Elephant: 1989 Chevrolet Corvette
Is the whole collector car universe missing the elephant in the room? We’re all chasing classics. GTOs, Camaros, Mustangs, but they’re getting so out of reach. There are basically no five-thousand-dollar drivers left. Heck, that kind of money barely… more»
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Two Owners: 1954 Hudson Hornet Sedan
This Hudson Hornet sedan was purchased by the seller in 2000 from the original owner’s estate. After many years of making improvements, the seller has reached his limit when it comes to working on vintage cars. Consequently, he’s advertising… more»
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Museum Convertible: 1964 Studebaker Super Lark
In 1963, Studebaker introduced the Super Lark, a Daytona with a 289 cubic inch V8 and a 4-barrel carburetor in R1 and R2 trim. The former meant no supercharger, while the latter had a McCulloch blower. The new Avanti… more»
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4K Mile 1991 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce
There’s a quote ascribed to French Enlightenment philosopher Voltaire that “perfect is the enemy of good,” and I think that many twenty-first century sports cars have fallen victim to that mentality. While it would be a lie to say… more»
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Mostly Original 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
After the Oldsmobile Cutlass had enjoyed five highly successful years with its stylish Colonnade body, lots of changes were in store when the downsized fifth generation arrived in 1978, with the car losing considerable size and weight. However, the… more»
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Low Mileage Survivor: 1967 Chevrolet Caprice
The Caprice was launched by Chevrolet in mid-1965 as an upscale version of the Impala. It was in response to the success Ford found with the LTD, which itself was a fancy Galaxie 500. The Caprice was cosmetically similar… more»
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Much Recent Work: 1962 Buick Electra 225
This 1962 Buick Electra 225 hides its light under a bushel. Looking beyond its tired paint, it is a rock-solid classic with no immediate needs. The owner’s recent big spend mechanically ensures it is a turnkey proposition the buyer… more»
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Rare Drop-Top: 1966 Oldsmobile Dela 88 Convertible
If you fancy a Florida vacation where you could drive home in a new classic, this 1966 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Convertible is worth a close look. It is a relatively rare vehicle that presents well and features a 425ci… more»
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43k-Mile Survivor: 1985 Buick LeSabre Estate
The Estate was Buick’s top-of-the-line station wagon from 1940 to 1964 and then again from 1970 to 1996. The 1977 to 1990 editions were smaller than before, thanks to downsizing for better fuel economy, but without sacrificing passenger space…. more»
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Classic Driver: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
This 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z8 isn’t perfect, but its presentation is very tidy, and many enthusiasts would consider it an acceptable driver-grade classic. It has a few shortcomings, but none that would prevent the buyer from indulging in immediate… more»
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5-Speed Driver: 1992 Chevy Beretta GTZ
Why have GM performance specials like the Chevrolet Beretta GTZ not become more favored by collectors? It seems to have all the right stuff, from a firmer suspension, slick aerodynamic enhancements, color-matched wheels, and a powerful Quad 4 engine…. more»
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360 Powered: 1970 AMC Javelin SST
American Motors jumped into the “pony car” game in 1968 with the Javelin. Rather than fund a whole new car, they opted to pick from the existing parts bin (largely the American) to create the car. The seller’s nice-looking… more»
