It is easy to underestimate the importance of Pontiac’s Third Generation Trans Am, but it represents a significant turning point in American performance car design. With the horsepower race seeming a thing of the past, manufacturers turned to other… more»
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Time Capsule Mopar: 1976 Chrysler Newport
Chrysler was in the big-car game for ages and would especially get hit hard in 1973 with the OPEC oil embargo. Buyers flocked away from full-size cars, looking for more fuel-efficient vehicles. Since Chrysler didn’t offer any, there were… more»
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Spotless Italian Classic: 1980 Ferrari 308 GTBi
The late Enzo Ferrari was not as passionate about road cars as many believe. While he thought that each vehicle rolling out of the factory bearing his name should exhibit engineering excellence, Mr. Ferrari saw them as a means… more»
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Shelf Stored: 1989 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
One of my favorite listing types is for the vehicle that has been hidden away via some sort of unusual storage arrangement. That’s certainly the case with this desirable 1989 Chevrolet Camaro convertible that is equipped with the rarely-seen… more»
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Low Mileage 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
The muscle car wars of the 1960s and 70s reached their peak in 1970 with the Chevrolet Chevelle LS6. The top-of-the-mark LS6 included the “450” horsepower 454 V8 and is incredibly valuable today. This car is an L34 cousin… more»
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Corvan Camper! 1962 Chevrolet Corvair
The Chevy Corvair was perhaps the most diversified of the 1960s compacts, available in all sorts of body styles. Not only sedans and convertibles but also pickups and vans, like this 1962 Corvan with an optional camping package. With… more»
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Needs TLC: 1983 Chrysler Cordoba
If you watched television in the mid-1970s, chances are you caught Ricardo Montalban hawking the new Chrysler Cordoba with its “rich Corinthian leathers”. The Cordoba would be Chrysler’s first foray into the personal luxury segment and was the first… more»
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34k Original Miles: 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Enthusiasts fear that the supply of stunning barn and garage finds will eventually dry up. However, this 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme seems to suggest that won’t happen soon. The seller discovered it squirreled away in a garage, a spot… more»
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312/5-Speed: 1956 Ford F100 Stepside Pickup
Occasionally, a project vehicle will appear, leaving opinions torn about whether it should be considered finished or unfinished. That will undoubtedly be the case with this 1956 Ford F100 Stepside. Some will look at the completed work and feel… more»
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Rare 1931 Chevrolet AE Independence Three-Window Sport Coupe
Despite the Great Depression, Ford and Chevrolet still sold scads of cars from 1929 to 1932. Ford had been the king of the hill for some time, but styling and motor configuration miscalculations hurt the company just enough that… more»
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No Reserve! 1991 Ford E-Series Van Coachman Clarion
Some cars come across my screen on Barn Finds, and I get excited to write about something that I have never seen before. Today’s motorhome is exactly that – it’s a catchily named 1991 Ford E-Series Van Coachman Clarion…. more»
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“American-Built Import”: 1975 AMC Gremlin
Because American Motors always had a smaller pocketbook compared to the “Big 3”, the introduction of a new car was often done on a shoestring budget. A case in point is the Gremlin, the company’s first subcompact (although it… more»
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Yellow Beast: 1976 GMC Motorhome Glenbrook
Growing up in the UK, there were not many motorhomes around, they really only existed in movies that we consumed as kids. We only had caravans which were a whole lot less glamorous than the classic motorhome, and none… more»
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59k Original Miles: 1975 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
When Oldsmobile introduced its Third Generation Vista Cruiser, its appearance differed significantly from its predecessors. Gone was the distinctive skylight treatment, although larger glass areas improved visibility. Buyers could also order their Wagon with a pop-up sunroof to increase… more»
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No Reserve: 1963 Chevrolet Nova SS Convertible
While it is not 100% original, this 1963 Chevrolet Nova SS Convertible is a spotless driver with drivetrain upgrades designed to unlock significant performance improvements. It would suit someone seeking a turnkey classic who is unconcerned about originality. Adding… more»
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390-Equipped: 1967 Ford Fairlane GTA
There are times when it seems that classic car ownership and having a growing family are two incompatible things. As teenage legs get ever longer, squeezing them into the back seats of some cars seems like mission impossible. That’s… more»
