While not being overly informed about Packard automobiles, I still have an attraction for what was at one time, probably America’s finest marque. Two weeks ago we put up this 1936 Packard post and while it’s a grand old… more»
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396 V8 Project: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS
Chevrolet was on fire in 1965. They sold more than one million Impalas for the first time, a number that would never be reached again. The popular Impala Super Sport was in its second year as a series of… more»
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Wagons Ho! 1963 Chevrolet Biscayne
Introduced In 1958, the Biscayne was Chevrolet’s entry-level full-size car through 1975 (except for the Delray in ’58). It was often purchased in numbers for fleet service, such as taxi cabs. This 1963 six-passenger station wagon has had a… more»
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German Import: 1974 Opel Manta A
In the 1960s and 1970s. if you strolled into your neighborhood Buick dealership, you’d likely find one of several imported Opel’s sitting alongside an Electra 225 or Riviera. Opel was owned by General Motors and since Buick didn’t have… more»
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Dirt Track Heroes: Two Vintage Sprint Cars For Sale
Seeing the photos of these vintage sprint cars brought memories flooding back for me. It has been a few years since I hung up my helmet after racing a wingless sprint car, and I still miss the thrill. My… more»
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12k Original Miles: 1975 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Convertible
There was a period during the 1970s when it appeared that time was running out for the convertible. Insurance companies were twitching at the prospect of accident claims involving roll-overs while legislators questioned their safety. Many manufacturers believed it… more»
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55K Original Miles: 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
The history of the big Lincoln coupe in this country is perhaps one of the more storied lineups of any domestic brand. From its prominence in Hollywood to the silver screen, to its reputation as a lightly-disguised 1980s sleeper… more»
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Cruisaire Package: 1979 Ford F-350 4×4
This 1979 Ford F350 4×4 is a Pacific Northwest survivor that has received some desirable upgrades and modifications along the way. These include the rarely seen “Cruisaire” treatment that apparently was an aftermarket rehash that gave the truck the… more»
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Not a Nomad! 1956 Pontiac Safari
Today, the 1955-57 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad is a coveted automobile. The sport wagon only lasted three years, and production numbers were somewhat low, so Chevy didn’t continue with it in 1958. However, let’s not forget that Pontiac had… more»
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7,875 Original Miles! 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V Bill Blass Edition
Sometimes unkindly referred to as land yachts, American luxury cars from the 1970s have a dedicated following in the classic community. Many owe little or nothing to subtlety, but there were few cars from that era that could transport… more»
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Rebuilt 327: 1965 Rambler Marlin
Ford broke new ground in the 1950s with its Thunderbird. Many consider this to be the first “personal luxury car.” By the 1960s, other manufacturers jumped on the bandwagon, with AMC developing the Rambler Marlin as its halo offering…. more»
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1-of-1: 1974 Pontiac Trans Am
Stating that any classic car is unique can be risky, but that is what the seller claims about this 1974 Pontiac Trans Am. However, it isn’t an idle claim because they hold verifying documentation. It presents beautifully, although the… more»
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Recent Restoration: 1978 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT Free Wheelin’
When Ford released its Second Generation Bronco in 1978, it found itself with an immediate hit. First-year sales more than tripled the best achieved by the First Generation, and our feature Bronco is a gem. It is a Ranger… more»
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Delray Club Coupe: 1955 Chevrolet 210
When Chevrolet redesigned its cars for 1955, three series would emerge, the 150, 210, and Bel Air. This was from low to high in terms of the level of trim provided. Oddly, in the mid-level 210 series, a Club… more»
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Lots of Chrome! 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
Chevrolet rolled out the third generation (C3) of its Corvette sports car in 1968, with its design inspired by the Mako Shark concept car. While the body and interior were all-new, the undercarriage and powertrains were mainly carried over… more»
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Surf’s Up! 1963 Ford Falcon Squire
In 1960, Ford introduced its compact Falcon to supply a developing desire for smaller cars after the excesses of the 1950s. The Falcon was penned by Robert McNamara – yes, that McNamara, later named US Secretary of Defense –… more»
