While there are exceptions to every rule, enthusiasts searching for a classic to park in their garage typically fall into three broad categories. Some prefer a well-restored vehicle that is a turnkey proposition, and others yearn for a project… more»
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Swap Candidate? 1969 AMC Javelin
Usually, when we cover a pony car (Camaro, Barracuda, Challenger, Firebird, Javelin, Mustang) it’s the hi-po examples that get all of the press. Well, those weren’t the volume sellers, it’s the more pedestrian versions like today’s 1969 AMC Javelin… more»
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Looks Fast! 1967 Dodge Coronet Model 440
The Coronet nameplate was a Dodge staple throughout the 1950s to 1970s. It spent much of its time as a B-body intermediate and was the equivalent of the Belvedere over at Plymouth. During the 1967 model year, the 440… more»
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Factory 340/Six-Pack: 1970 Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda
Gauging whether a classic is desirable is sometimes challenging, but this 1970 Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda leaves no doubt. It has generated significant interest since hitting the market, but there could be some distance to go before it finds a… more»
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Short Bed With Mods: 1973 Chevrolet C-10
Back in 1973, I was working for a Chevrolet dealership and I clearly recall the new “Square Body” pickup truck’s introduction. It caught my attention, and that was no mean feat as cars like the Impala were sales kings… more»
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Freshly Built 440 V8: 1967 Plymouth Sport Fury
The Sport Fury was Plymouth’s version of the Chevy Impala SS and the Ford Galaxie 500/XL. It would arrive in 1959 and stick it out through 1971. Generally available as either a 2-door hardtop or convertible, things like bucket… more»
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13k Mile Survivor: 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Seville
In 1957 and 1958, Cadillac differentiated the Eldorado 2-door hardtop from the convertible by calling the former the Seville vs. the Biarritz. It was at the top of the luxury food chain and was built in relatively small numbers,… more»
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Peking To Paris Anyone? 1982 Mazda 626
Here’s an unusual one for you, a 1982 Mazda 626, not exactly Barn Finds standard stock-in-trade, that’s done up for the famous 8,700-mile Peking to Paris Motor Challenge. This example never raced as the event was canceled and it… more»
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No Reserve! 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Few enthusiasts will argue that some classics are more deserving of legendary status than others. Of those that have rolled from American factories, the First Generation Camaro Z28 will comfortably make that list. This 1969 example is stunning, from… more»
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Rare Skyroof Option: 1972 Chevrolet Nova
The compact Chevy Nova had one of its best years in 1972, selling nearly 350,000 copies. But less than 2% or 1 in 50 came with the new “Skyroof” option, which came with a factory, foldback sunroof (in today’s… more»
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Swoopy Fastback: 1952 Chevrolet Fleetline
I always found this sloped-back 1952 Chevrolet Fleetline body design reminiscent of something that Dick Tracy would have driven – it just seems to fit that era. Chevrolet offered numerous body styles in ’52 but the “Fleetline DeLuxe” was… more»
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Barn Find “Thing”: 1974 Volkswagen Type 181
Who remembers the VW Thing, a 4-door Jeep-like vehicle that was sold in the U.S. for only a couple of years? Inspired by similar military equipment and using existing VW parts and components, the VW Thing has developed something… more»
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Rod or Run As Is? 1949 Ford F1 Pickup
Ford likely had no idea that its 1948 introduction of the “Bonus Built” F-series pickup would spark the multi-decade development of one of the most popular vehicles in automotive history. The company did spend $1 million on the cab’s… more»
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96k Original Miles: 1967 Ford Mustang
Ford’s approach with its First Generation Mustang wasn’t revolutionary. However, offering a six-cylinder engine as the entry point made its new model affordable enough to generate significant sales. This 1967 example demonstrates that, and its sheltered existence has left… more»
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Retro Touches: 1970 Pontiac Trans Am
This 1970 Pontiac Trans Am brought memories flooding back from the moment I saw the seller’s supplied photos. It is a rock-solid classic, but the modifications it features hark back to the late 1970s or 1980s. Those craving originality… more»
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Ready for Adventure: 1970 Ford Bronco
Often, the biggest challenge an enthusiast faces with the classic ownership experience is selecting the most appropriate candidate to park in their garage. Choices are often driven by pure emotion, but practicality must form part of the decision process…. more»
