One thing you can never accuse TVR of is being boring. It seems every car they managed to produce despite countless budgetary and capitalization setbacks was a bananas road car, full-up on power while skimping on the curb weight…. more»
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Clean As A Whistle: 1969 Ford Torino GT
You know, when you talk about intermediate-sized cars from the golden era, GM’s A-body pretty much sucks all the air out of the room, especially the ’68 to ’72 variations. Well, that’s not exactly a surprise, as numbers matter… more»
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Mayberry Tribute! 1960 Ford Fairlane Squad Car
Back in the day, cars were an important part of television shows. In fact, they were sometimes cast members in their own right. Case in point is the “squad car” from The Andy Griffith Show, which ran from 1960… more»
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3-Seater! 1966 AMC Ambassador 880
Throughout the 1960s, the Ambassador was American Motors’ top-of-the-line automobile. And to make it more distinctive than the Classic it was based upon, the 1965-66 Ambassadors gained wheelbase and unique styling, including stacked headlights. This 1966 edition is a… more»
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Turnkey Survivor: 1971 Porsche 911 T
The Porsche 911 is one of those rare creatures in the automotive world. Like the Ford Mustang and the Chevrolet Corvette, the 911 badge has remained an integral part of the marque’s model lineup for over six decades. It… more»
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Fix and Drive? 1968 Dodge Coronet 440
The Coronet nameplate had two lives at Dodge. From 1949 to 1959, it was a full-size automobile. Then, after a six-year hiatus, the moniker returned for another 11 years as a B-body intermediate. More than half of Coronet production… more»
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V8 Coupe: 1997 Ford Thunderbird LX
To my mind’s eye, finding a cheap coupe with a V8 is one of the most turnkey entry points into classic and/or muscle car ownership. Any car I’ve owned with a V8 has been interesting to me just for… more»
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One of A Kind? 1953 Hudson Wasp Pickup
Hudson Motor Car Co. was one of the predecessors of American Motors. Hudson was in the pickup truck market, but not after 1947. They focused strictly on passenger cars after that, including the Hornet, Wasp, and Jet. Thus, this… more»
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3 Rows, 5-Speeds: 1991 Peugeot 505 SW8
A few years ago, I would have been all over this rare Peugeot wagon that’s an 8-seater and equipped with the rare 5-speed manual. The SW8 version of the classic 505 is known for being good at several desirable… more»
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Slicing The Wind: 1969 Ford Torino Talladega
Among racing fans, the question of which period constitutes the Golden Age of NASCAR can be a difficult topic to discuss, given the many variables involved. Some might even say the peak was during its first couple of years… more»
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1 of 1 Drop-Top? 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
“Pony cars” were all the rage in the late 1960s, thanks to the success of the Ford Mustang. The Camaro from Chevrolet arrived in 1967 and quickly solidified its runner-up spot in the sales race as others would soon… more»
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Extinct Sedan: 1988 Dodge Dynasty LE
The Dodge Dynasty is one of those cars that littered parking lots, motor pools, and car rental garages for years when it was in its prime. These days, they have all but gone extinct, and are rarely seen for… more»
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Original Paint, Rebuilt Engine: 1963 Triumph Herald Saloon
Even the most avid British car fan can be forgiven if the Herald is not in his vocabulary. But it should be, because though this little Triumph is not a common sight today, more than 500,000 were made, and… more»
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One Owner: 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible
Parting with a car that has been part of your life for almost six decades must be a difficult decision. However, once you’ve celebrated your ninety-third birthday, you know that day is fast approaching. It has arrived for the… more»
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Possibly Perfect: 1969 Oldsmobile 442 W-30
It probably seems like a loaded question, but how much would you pay for a perfect example of an iconic 1960s American muscle car? There is no definitive answer, because it largely depends on the make and model of… more»
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Older Restoration: 1959 Ford Thunderbird
The “Square Bird” was launched in 1958, a Ford Thunderbird with seating for four adults. Before that (1955-57), it had been a two-passenger personal luxury car. Ford gambled that a 4-seater would sell better, and they were right –… more»
