The 1973 Riviera was a one-year styling compromise advanced by Bill Mitchell to correct the unpopular sharp-edged boat tail he introduced on Buick’s flagship car in 1971. While the mid-60s Corvette suffered not one whit from a similar tail,… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1963 Buick Riviera
Here’s some trivia for Buick lovers: Did you know that the most popular color on 1963 Rivieras was Arctic White? Yes, 7,735 out of 40,000 buyers thought that white best accentuated the Riviera’s beautiful lines (Silver Cloud was a… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1967 Chevrolet C20 Custom Camper
Last week, I read a book about “Billy the Kid,” primarily because I am woefully ignorant of that period of the American West. Yet for some reason, this picture of a 1967 Chevy C20 Custom Camper captures that vibe… more»
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Numbers-Matching: 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
The 1973 model year was the last for Chrysler’s popular 340 cubic inch “small block” V8. It had been especially potent in light cars like the Dodge Challenger and Plymouth Barracuda. The seller’s ’73 ‘Cuda 340 is a numbers-matching… more»
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Only Going Up: 1997 Lamborghini Diablo VT
When the Lamborghini Diablo was introduced, it had some major shoes to fill. The Countach was *the* poster car of the 1980s, and when the Diablo came onto the scene, it was a quantum leap past what its predecessor… more»
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Original Paint! 1959 Chevrolet Apache Shortbed Fleetside
This striking blue and white late-series Chevrolet Apache short-bed will be an entry at the Greenwood Car Show In Seattle, Washington on June 28, presenting a perfect opportunity for a “two-fer” – show and shop at the same time…. more»
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Five-0 Interceptor! 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
I’ve always wanted to own one of these! A Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor, such as this 2009 example, makes a statement just sitting still. While not a particularly stylish ride, they are unique in a last-man-standing sort of… more»
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As Good as a Studebaker? 1978 Avanti II
The original Studebaker Avanti was a personal luxury car that the troubled company could only afford to keep on the payroll for two model years (1963 and 1964). But a pair of Stude dealers felt the car deserved a… more»
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Three-On-The-Tree V8: 1962 Buick Skylark
When I think of the Buick model known as a “Skylark”, I automatically swerve to the well-known and popular ’64-’72 variant. Prior to that model run, however, the Skylark badge was an upscale trim package available on the new… more»
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Original 340/3-Speed: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda
1970 was a great year to visit your Plymouth dealer, as there were several fine offerings in the lineup, including the Road Runner, the GTX, and that wacky Superbird with the NASCAR-winning nose and wing. Another excellent choice for… more»
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440 6-Pack V8: 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
Born from the roots of the Valiant compact in 1964, the Plymouth Barracuda came into its own in 1970. That’s when Chrysler bestowed it with a separate platform (though shared with the all-new Dodge Challenger). But the timing was… more»
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46k Miles! 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham
This Monterey Green Firemist (what a name!) Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham cost a whopping $6,899 in 1968, a full $1,114 more than a Sedan DeVille. One thing you got for your extra grand or so was a little more length…. more»
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Anniversary Edition: 1953 Ford Crestline Victoria
By the early 1950s, most car companies were shedding the bulky look of the ’40s in favor of sleek, spare designs telegraphing modern style. Ford was all-in on the new look, introducing its 1952 line-up in three trim levels… more»
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V12 Droptop: 1990 Jaguar XJS V12
There’s a philosophy of sorts in the car world that suggests no matter how ungainly or unusual a certains styling trend was back in the day, cars from a certain era should keep those details intact. I look at… more»
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Almost A GTO: 1970 Pontiac LeMans Sport 400
When you’re in the market for a sixties or seventies GM A-Body, it’s always a good day when you run across a well-cared-for example, but even better if the car has spent its entire life in California. This 1970… more»
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Sleeve-Valve Beauty: 1928 Willys-Knight Model 56
About fifteen years ago, my mom found a picture of my paternal grandmother perched on the running board of an antique car, and she gave me a task she knew I’d relish: finding out what kind of car she… more»
