As a child who loved cars, I was overjoyed when the next-door neighbor bought his wife an almost new 1978 Corvette Indy 500 Pace Car. When showing it to me, he described the car as a “cream puff.” I… more»
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Only Two Owners: 1963 Mercury Comet S-22
When the Comet compact was first conceived in the late 1950s, it was intended to be sold by the new Edsel division. But when Edsel folded as the 1960 models were going on sale, they were offered instead by… more»
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Oversized Fuel Tank! 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
The first generation of the Chevy Corvette enjoyed a 10-year run, and that would end in 1962. The all-new “C2” Sting Rays would debut the following year. This stunning ’62 Corvette has received a frame-off restoration, is numbers-matching, and… more»
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4-4-2 V8 Motor! 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
Oldsmobile introduced the Vista Cruiser in the middle of the 1964 model year. It was an upscale edition of the Cutlass Supreme wagon but with a raised roof and extra glass in the back to make for something of… more»
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Early Example: 1964½ Ford Mustang Convertible
Early First Generation Mustangs are among the most coveted of the breed, making this 1964½ Convertible a desirable classic. It isn’t perfect, but the seller recently revived it after years of hibernation. It is a surprisingly solid and original… more»
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Original 360: 1973 Dodge Power Wagon W200 4×4 Pickup
It may not be 100% original, but this 1973 Dodge W200 4×4 Pickup is a tidy vehicle that would make an ideal tow candidate or the weapon of choice for off-road adventures. It isn’t perfect, but it has no… more»
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Rare and Restored: 1969 Velorex 16/350
Microcars have a strong following in the classic community, with some makes and models more common than others. Vehicles like the Isetta and Messerschmitt enjoy strong recognition, although the field also features some rarer and more quirky offerings. One… more»
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77k Original Miles: 1969 Volvo 1800S
There was a time when I wouldn’t have given a Volvo more than a brief passing glance. I respected the company’s engineering, but its offerings never set my pulse racing. That attitude changed when my father decided to step… more»
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1969 Mustang Mach I: Perfect to Cruise In
Modesto, California, where this 1969 Mustang Mach I lives, is about 70 miles south of the State capital, Sacramento. It’s farm country, and the home to the Gallo Family Winery, so after you do some tasting and call your… more»
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Final Year Model: 1969 Ford Mustang GT
Ford’s decision to introduce the Mach 1 variant to its First Generation Mustang range for 1969 had one unintended consequence. Buyers warmly embraced the Mach 1 but turned their backs on the previously popular GT version. This dramatic shift… more»
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Time Capsule: 1985 Toyota Cressida Station Wagon
For some of us, the 1980s seem like very recent history. However, when I look at vehicles like this 1985 Toyota Cressida Station Wagon and realize that it is thirty-seven years old, it makes me wonder where the time… more»
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Period Custom: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
The Chevy Corvette was a totally new automobile in 1968, following in the design tracks of the Mako Shark concept car. The third-generation sports car was popular with buyers, who scooped up 10,000 more copies in 1969 than they… more»
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1968 Maserati Ghibli Spyder Prototype by Ghia
Piercing the air with the authority and nobility of the trident spear in its grille, this 1968 Maserati Ghibli Spyder began life in the public eye as a prototype at the Turin, Italy car show. An exhaustive restoration returned… more»
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One Of 577! 1967 Imperial Convertible
Now, this is a car! It’s big, powerful, and formal – definitely Whammer-jammer material. The seller claims, and Automotive Mileposts agrees, that this 1967 Imperial Crown convertible is one of only 577 produced that year – rare, beautiful, and… more»
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1992 Chevrolet Caprice Nomad?
There are quite a few “kits” that can turn your late-model vehicle into a classic such as the one here that transforms your 1990s Thunderbird into a mid-century Shoebox Ford. I’ve never seen a Chevy Caprice Nomad though! This… more»
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Space Age ‘Bird: 1963 Ford Thunderbird Coupe
The Ford Thunderbird began its long production run as a competitor to the Corvette in 1955. Now, before everyone jumps on me saying the T-Bird was no sports car: you are sort of right. It was designated a personal… more»
