In automotive history, a few cars could be considered landmark vehicles. Ford’s Model T is one, as is the original Volkswagen Beetle. Also falling into that category would be the Austin Mini. It was a triumph of packaging efficiency… more»
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Hot Truck Project: 1991 GMC Syclone
In 1991, GMC dabbled in the performance pickup truck market, somewhat like Dodge had done earlier with its Lil Red Express. A one-year-only model, the Syclone’s speed capabilities were compared to that of the Chevy Corvette and the Ferrari… more»
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Two for One: 1960s Chieftain Main Battle Tanks
So, how unconventional do you like your classic British machines? If you absolutely have to have the only one on your block– or, in this case, the only two– consider these early examples of the Chieftain tank. These running… more»
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Driver Quality: 1964 Ford Falcon Ranchero
The Ranchero began in 1957 as something of a “gentlemen’s pickup,” based on a car platform rather than a truck. It was full-size from 1957-59, then switched to the compact Falcon for 1960-65, and finally to the intermediate Fairlane… more»
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No Reserve: 1951 Kaiser-Frazer Henry J
Built by Kaiser-Frazer between 1951 and 1954, the Henry J was a little car before it was cool for cars to be little. Like the Ford Model T of decades prior, it was designed to be an inexpensive automobile… more»
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Marti Report Documented: 1968 Mercury Cougar
In 1964, Ford launched the sporty Mustang, which would become a sales phenomenon, leading to a new market segment called “the pony car.” By 1967, a flood of competition arrived, including one from its own stable, the Mercury Cougar…. more»
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Beautiful in Black: 1991 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
Cadillac introduced the Coupe de Ville in 1950. From then until 2005 it would be a regular staple of the brand’s portfolio. When multiple doors were needed, buyers would opt for the Sedan de Ville. This 1991 Coupe de… more»
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400 4-Speed! 1974 Pontiac LeMans GT
There’s more going on here than initially appears. Yeah, it looks like a forlorn GM A-body in the form of a ’74 Pontiac LeMans “colonnade” body style. But, it was optioned well, and in a time when the features… more»
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Only 35k Miles! 1991 Honda Civic DX
Since its conception in 1972, the Honda Civic has become one of the world’s biggest-selling automobiles. The tally is 18 million units and counting after 50 years in production. Not thought of as a collectible car, they’re as durable… more»
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Home Brew Hot Rod: 1974 Plymouth Duster
The sun was setting on Musclepalooza in ’74. Some would say that it had already set and it was now nighttime. There were a few hanger-oners but the pickin’s were getting slim. Plymouth’s compact sales sensation, known as the… more»
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No Termites! 1951 Ford “Woodie” V8
You don’t see many of them anymore, but before and after World War II, wood-bodied station wagons were somewhat popular. They were attractive to affluent Americans and you would often find them in service at hotels, lodges, country clubs,… more»
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428 CobraJet Powered 1973 Ford F-250 Camper Special
Mention “Camper Special” or “Trailering Special” to folks of a certain generation and the phrase immediately elicits a sinister grin. These various special models invariably came with heavy duty cooling and transmissions, and more often than not a monster… more»
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4X4 Survivor: 1963 International Harvester Scout 80
The IH Scout 80 was an early off-road SUV built to compete with the Jeep and its production lasted from 1961 to 1980. It was a 2-door pickup with a removable hardtop and fold-down windshield (the latter on early… more»
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Grandma’s Cruiser: 1956 Lincoln Premiere
The Lincoln Premiere was a luxury car produced from 1956-60. It was slotted below the ultra-posh Continental Mark II and above the Capri which it was based upon. This ’56 edition was owned from new by the seller’s grandmother… more»
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440 Equipped: 1968 Dodge Coronet 500 Convertible
It’s funny how you look at some classic cars and can picture exactly where they would look most at home. For me, this 1968 Dodge Coronet 500 Convertible should be cruising along an oceanfront boulevarde on a sunny summer’s… more»
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Right-Hand-Drive: 1964 Nissan Bluebird 410
The Nissan Bluebird was one of the company’s most popular cars. Launched in 1957, it would be part of the Nissan portfolio through 2001. In its earlier years in the U.S. market, the cars were marketed under the Datsun… more»
