In the tropical Lower Peninsula of Michigan that I call home, my outdoor thermometer currently reads all of 17 degrees Fahrenheit, so thinking about dropping the convertible top on anything is a stretch, perhaps literally. If one lets one’s… more»
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Four Cylinders and 61K Miles: 1984 Pontiac Firebird
When the third-generation F-bodies debuted in 1982, these new muscle cars were in stark contrast to the previous versions of the Camaro and Firebird. Saving weight, making aerodynamic advancements, and improving fuel economy were the major drivers of this… more»
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One Of Only 633! 1965 Imperial Convertible
When it comes to sixties vintage luxury cars, there’s no doubt about it, the ’64-’66 edition of the Imperial is my favorite. And today, for your review, we have a rare 1965 Imperial Crown convertible to consider. The seller… more»
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40K Original Miles: 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
When I hear people complain about the lack of affordable hobby cars, I generally can commiserate with them. However, there’s no denying that there are still plenty of bargains out there, and you don’t even have to look that… more»
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27k Miles! 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
Many consider the 1970 model year to be the pinnacle of muscle car sales. After that, the combination of rising insurance premiums and engine detuning for lower emissions took its toll on buyer interest. Chevrolet still built a flock… more»
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89k-Mile Survivor: 1975 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds W-25
Even if the Malaise era of automobiles hadn’t quite arrived by 1975, it was just around the corner, making it all the more amazing that cars like the Hurst/Olds still existed. The Hurst association with Oldsmobile dates back to… more»
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Muscle Car Taxi? 1978 Checker 396 V8
For more than 20 years, Checker Motors supplied major U.S. cities with flocks of taxi cabs. The Checker “Taxi” was produced between 1961 and 1982, and some may still be in service today because they ran forever. The seller’s… more»
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H-Code 383: 1967 Plymouth Satellite Convertible
There is something undeniably attractive about hitting the road on a sunny day aboard a classic Convertible. However, when that vehicle presents beautifully and features a potent V8 under the hood, many enthusiasts will find almost any excuse to… more»
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Only 1900 Miles! 1975 Chevrolet Caprice Classic
By the 1970s, U.S.-built factory convertibles were becoming harder to find. The safety pundits had made enough noise to scare away a lot of buyers. So, General Motors decided that the 1975 model year would be the last for… more»
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Former Fire Tanker Muscle: 1975 Ford F-750
Some trucks are built to work, and others are built to work hard. This 1975 Ford F-750 falls squarely into the second category. Listed out of Pearisburg, this heavy-duty Ford started life as a fire tanker and pumper in… more»
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Gold Paint 289 V8: 1964 Mercury Comet Cyclone
The Cyclone was introduced in 1964 as the performance arm of the Mercury Comet. It was the equivalent of the Ford Falcon Sprint, and both quickly came into competition with the new Mustang, getting their doors blown off in… more»
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55 Year Siesta: 1938 Packard 8 Club Coupe
By 1938, the upper-crust Packard Automobile Company had managed to survive the Great Depression, no mean feat, and was offering as many as fifteen different models. Today’s find, courtesy of Tony P., is listed as an “Opera Coupe,” or… more»
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T-Type Turbo: 1984 Buick Skyhawk J-Car
The Skyhawk was Buick’s iteration of the GM J-car from 1982 to 1989. It joined the ranks of the Chevy Cavalier, Olds Firenza, Pontiac Sunbird, and even the Cadillac Cimarron. Between 1983 and 1986, Buick offered the Skyhawk T-Type,… more»
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340 V8 Drop-Top: 1967 Dodge Dart GT
Dodge redesigned the Dart compact in 1967, a move that helped boost sales for a car that would remain in production for nearly another decade. The GT continued as the sporty model (with the GTS being the performance iteration)…. more»
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One Year Only: 1967 Plymouth GTX 440
When Plymouth introduced the Belvedere-based GTX in 1967, few people knew that it would be a one-year-only model. The badge remained on sale the following year, featuring an entirely new body sharing no sheetmetal with its predecessor. This ’67… more»
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Original 326: 1967 Pontiac Le Mans
While I confess to a strong leaning towards Ford products, I am, primarily, a classic car enthusiast. Therefore, I won’t ignore any vehicle because it wears what might be considered the “wrong” badge. I do have a soft spot… more»
