Quirky compacts were all the rage in the early 1960s. Some were legitimately quirky in several ways, such as the Corvair and Tempest. Others had quirky styling, such as the Valiant and Lancer. Some had mechanical quirks, such as… more»
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Camper Conversion: 1993 Ford Aerostar
The Ford Aerostar was unloved for many years, and it wasn’t a runaway success when new. Minivans were evolving, moving into a more sophisticated lane that went beyond simply being a people-mover. Customers wanted things like headphone jacks, captain’s… more»
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Unusual Beer Cart! 1971 Piaggio Ape 500 MP
Not long after the end of World War II, an Italian aircraft designer named Corradino D’Ascanio came up with a different idea for a small and affordable three-wheeled commercial vehicle, a concept which caught the attention of the Piaggio… more»
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396 Powered Survivor: 1966 Chevrolet Caprice
As one of the most popular autos of the sixties decade, a vintage Chevrolet Caprice isn’t one of those cars that’s all that hard to locate on any given day. However, it’s always worth celebrating when one comes along… more»
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454 Squarebody: 1988 Chevrolet Suburban
The seventh generation Chevrolet Suburban is about as recognizable as the Statue of Liberty, and carries similar weight in terms of being a symbol of freedom. OK, perhaps that’s a stretch, but the Suburban is an escape machine for… more»
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Affordable V8: 1996 Buick Roadmaster
Some enthusiasts find the prospect of buying their first classic daunting. That is understandable, because it represents a luxury purchase. Therefore, if the vehicle of their choice doesn’t meet expectations, they could find themselves out of pocket by a… more»
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Rare Drop-Top: 1968 Buick Skylark GS 400 Convertible
“Rare” is a relative term in the classic world, with some cars more deserving of that label than others. Take this 1968 Buick Skylark GS 400 Convertible as a prime example. The drop-top variant accounted for approximately 18% of… more»
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Not a Kit Car: 1988 Pontiac Mera
Kitting out the Fiero as a supercar – let us count the ways. There’s the Miura wannabe, F40s and F50s, a GT40, a replica Testarossa – the list goes on. But this one is not a kit car: it… more»
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Original 390: 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL
Although the Pontiac GTO is often considered the first muscle car, this 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL demonstrated that buyers could order cars with serious performance credentials two years before the first GTO graced showroom floors. That is courtesy… more»
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79k Original Miles: 1980 Cadillac Eldorado
Almost since its inception, Cadillac has developed its reputation for prestige motoring. Many people aspired to own a Caddy, but prices typically proved beyond the financial means of mere mortals. However, the classic market now provides opportunities for enthusiasts… more»
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19k Miles? 1966 Chevrolet Corvair Monza
Lost in the buzz surrounding Ford’s unbelievably popular Mustang was Chevrolet’s little Corvair, which sold surprisingly well in the face of the Blue Oval onslaught…for a year or so. When the Corvair was restyled as a 1965 model, magazines… more»
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Fully Restored: 1950 DeSoto Custom Coupe
I always find discontinued auto marques an interesting study. In my time on earth, I’ve counted fourteen U.S. brands that are no longer with us, compared to, by my count, only ten domestics that are still with us (eleven… more»
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1 of 27 Built: 1999 BMW 540i Touring Wagon
When it comes to assessing the rarity of a vehicle, we can’t just blame the Corvette guys for picking apart their build sheets down the smallest detail. As a long-time BMW fan, we do the same thing, but in… more»
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52K Original Miles: 1996 Ford Taurus GL
The third generation Ford Taurus was a moonshot car if there ever was one. After years of reigning supreme as one of the best-selling mid-sized sedans, Ford decided to overhaul its aging Taurus model and launch a bold new… more»
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440-Equipped: 1960 Plymouth Suburban Station Wagon
When you scrutinize his designs, Virgil Exner could rarely be described as subtle. The man who gave the automotive world the “forward-look” philosophy penned this 1960 Plymouth Suburban Station Wagon. Its bold lines guarantee that it will turn heads,… more»
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Tidy Driver: 1991 Honda CRX Si
When Honda released its earliest models, it boldly stated that it aimed to be as successful in passenger car production as it had been in the motorcycle market. Many people scrutinized its earliest offerings and could barely contain their… more»
