Some engines enjoy extraordinary longevity, utilized by manufacturers for many years. When Buick introduced its 430ci V8 in 1967, few would have believed that it would be a memory by the end of 1969. That was the motor the… more»
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Cream Puff! 1971 Ford Pinto Half Hatch
Should we give this Pinto a “best condition” award? Showing only 89,000 miles and with one repaint since new, this well-preserved 1971 “half-hatch” is located in Vancouver, Washington. It’s advertised here on craigslist for $8500. While we aren’t given… more»
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First Year: 1964 Buick Skylark Convertible
Often, when referencing the introduction of the 1964 GM A-body cars (Chevrolet Chevelle/Malibu, Pontiac Tempest/LeMans, Oldsmobile F85, and Buick Skylark/Special, it’s the Pontiac that sucks all of the air out of the room with its trend-setting GTO. Oldsmobile gets… more»
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One-Owner Land Yacht: 1994 Buick Roadmaster
Any news article from the middle 90s describing the last of the land yachts inevitably will include a photo of the Chevrolet Caprice, Ford Crown Victoria, and the Buick Roadmaster. The three vehicles were stalwarts of their time, used… more»
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Fuel-Injected 400! 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
Beauty is often more than skin-deep, which is undoubtedly the case with this 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. Its paint shade is iconic, but the seller’s decision to add fuel injection and other upgrades to its 400ci V8 will attract… more»
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BF Auction: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500/XL Hardtop
Many Ford fans’ favorite full-size Galaxie of the 1960s is the 1963 model, shown here in 500/XL trim with the standard “Thunderbird-style” roofline. This example was scheduled to be built (according to the data tag) in November 1962, just… more»
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Ram Air III 4-Speed: 1970 Pontiac Trans Am
The 1970 model year marked the moment when the Pontiac Trans Am cemented its spot in the new car market. Buyers were drawn to its looks and the performance potential of the 400ci Ram Air III V8 under the… more»
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Tidy Shoebox: 1950 Ford Custom Deluxe Tudor Sedan
This 1950 Ford Custom Deluxe Tudor Sedan has been in regular use since its restoration years ago. Naturally, it has accumulated a few minor cosmetic imperfections, but its overall condition guarantees that it can still turn heads. It has… more»
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Recently Revived: 1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible
This 1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible demonstrates that there are still great classics squirreled away in garages, awaiting liberation by passionate enthusiasts. It spent most of its life as part of the same family, although the last twelve years… more»
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Long Term Owner: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
Many enthusiasts view a long-term ownership history favorably when seeking a classic to park in their garage. Cars that the same person has owned for decades are typically well-maintained and haven’t been abused or neglected. This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro… more»
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36k-Mile Garage Find: 1976 Ford Torino
The Torino joined the Ford line-up in 1968 as an upscale mid-size Fairlane. Going into the 1970s, the Torino replaced the Fairlane and continued through 1976. The seller has a 1976 Torino, a year before the Ford LTD II… more»
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7,200 Miles? 1965 Buick Skylark Sedan
Let’s get the trivia out of the way. The seller of this 1965 Buick Skylark on eBay in Midway, Utah, makes three claims, two of them bold: It was bought new by one of Brigham Young’s grandsons, it has… more»
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GM-Powered Project: 1987 Avanti
The Studebaker Avanti was rare in that it was one of the few automobiles to live on in production after the demise of the parent company. The Avanti II (shortened later to Avanti) enjoyed a second life from 1965… more»
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42k Mile 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V Diamond Jubilee
About the same time GM was shedding size and pounds from many of their luxury offerings, Lincoln introduced a new full-size entry into their Mark series in 1977, with this one proudly wearing the moniker Mark V. The auto… more»
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Ready To Drive! 1962 Jaguar Mark II 3.8
Authentic Motorcars of Redmond, Washington, has just reduced the price to $30,000 for its lovely and tastefully updated 1962 Jaguar 3.8-liter Mark II, listed on Craigslist in Redmond, Washington. If you can cough up that much scratch, this is… more»
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50K Original Miles: 1993 Ford F250 XL
If you’ve tried to sell anything recently, you likely know the market is a bit soft for anything that isn’t a truly exceptional luxury and/or performance car. This is a bummer if you’re trying to sell something; however, it’s… more»
