For an offering that was considered a colossal failure at the time, the Edsel is one of those cars that’s a lot easier to appreciate now than when it was introduced back in the late fifties, with the Ranger… more»
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Cool Convertible Cruiser: 1966 Dodge Coronet 440
It’s just starting to feel like fall in my neck of the woods, which means there are at least a couple of good months left in the year here to drive around in a convertible with the top down. … more»
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Future SS Clone? 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
After examining this 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu a couple of times, the best way I can think of to describe it is unusual, with most of that term referring to the roof area. Pop-up sunroofs were a popular aftermarket… more»
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Driving Project: 1963 Pontiac Catalina
Hypothetically, you have this gap in your garage, and you’re trying to decide what should occupy that space. A pristine classic might seem a likely candidate, as would a survivor-grade vehicle. You could jump in boots and all with… more»
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BF Auction: 1953 Dodge V41
We all like to think that we’re free thinkers, but I’m definitely not alone in saying that I’m suggestible; I once bought a Corvair because my mom mentioned that she thought they were cute. Well, it didn’t hurt that… more»
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No Reserve: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D California Edition
The Mercedes 300D is a good reminder that mileage figures are relative. An unrepaired Jaguar XKE with over 100k on the clock is rare. A 300D that’s traveled the same distance is barely broken in, and other than routine… more»
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Muscle Car Project: 1969 Plymouth GTX
Introduced in 1967, the GTX was Plymouth’s upscale muscle car. It was joined the following year by the Road Runner, a budget-oriented model. Both were based on the mid-size Satellite/ Belvedere. The seller has a rusty and non-running GTX… more»
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2 for 1: Pair of 1961 Lincoln Continentals
Lincoln, like many of FOMOCO’s brands, came in behind GM/Cadillac in terms of sales. The Cadillacs had some of the industry’s wildest styling in the late 1950s, while the Lincolns were downright weird with their slanted front peepers (Chrysler… more»
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Rare Aussie Ute: 1959 Chrysler Wayfarer
Australia was once the home of a vibrant vehicle manufacturing industry. The market was dominated by Detroit’s “Big Three” during the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s, although many models were either uniquely Antipodean or were North American models that were… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1966 Ford Mustang
The original Ford Mustang is probably one of the least rare cars today. That’s because more than 1.2 million of them were produced between 1964 and 1966. So, if you’re looking for one to restore, find the best one… more»
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Project Drop-Top: 1969 Pontiac Firebird Convertible
For many muscle car fans, the 1969 Pontiac Firebird ranks among the most desirable F-body designs ever produced. With its sharp lines, split grille, and wide stance, it offered a sporty alternative to the Camaro while keeping Pontiac’s unique… more»
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SS Clone Candidate? 1969 Chevrolet Nova
Other than a color change, this 1969 Chevrolet Nova looks like a solid survivor. It’s one of the 42% of Nova coupes to leave the factory with six-cylinder power. This edition is from the encore year following the popular… more»
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Big-Block Project: 1967 Chevy Corvette Sting Ray
The 1967 model year marked the final run for the C2 Sting Ray, and many consider it the pinnacle of mid-year Corvette design. With its refined styling cues, improved mechanicals, and the availability of the legendary 427 big-block, the… more»
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440 Included: 1970 Dodge Challenger Project
The seller of this 1970 Dodge Challenger is optimistic that this project has many possibilities, and he believes that performing a restoration would be a productive way to spend the upcoming winter months. I’ll be the first to agree… more»
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Revived Pole Barn Find: 1965 Chevrolet Bel Air
The best-selling American-made automobile of the 1960s was not the Ford Mustang (though it was close). That honor goes to Chevrolet’s line of 1965 full-size cars, which added up to a record 1.4 million Biscaynes, Bel Airs, Impalas, and… more»
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Rust-Free Roller: 1970 Pontiac GTO
By 1970, the bloom was off the muscle car flower. The “leader of the pack,” the Pontiac GTO, saw its sales drop by 45% from the year before (and would keep falling until the end in 1974). Saturated demand… more»
