Inquire about a Henderson Machiavelli Max and the seller’s introduction will probably include the phrase, “It’s not a kit car!” Indeed, Henderson Motors Corporation built these Ferrari-ish sports cars in Key Biscayne, Florida as turn-key approximations of the contemporary… more»
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Rare L-Code Legacy: 1967 Dodge Charger Factory 440 Project
The first-generation Dodge Charger has always carried a special kind of presence, but some examples stand a little taller than the rest. This 1967 Dodge Charger currently listed here on eBay out of Celeste, Texas, falls squarely into that… more»
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Underpriced Roadster: 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190SL
Every now and again, you see a deal come up for grabs that quite literally seems too good to be true. And this 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190SL roadster with the preferred 4-speed manual is perhaps one of the best opportunities… more»
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Package Deal: Trio of Chevrolet El Camino “Utes”
The El Camino was Chevrolet’s answer to the Ford Ranchero. Both initially were station wagon-based pickups that enjoyed long rear-wheel-drive runs. The El Camino was in production in 1959 and 1960, then took a break until 1964, when it… more»
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GTO Tribute Potential: 1967 Pontiac LeMans Project
If you’ve been watching the market for mid-1960s Pontiacs, you already know how quickly clean, affordable project cars are disappearing. This 1967 Pontiac LeMans currently listed in Kingston offers an increasingly rare chance to pick up a solid foundation… more»
BF Exclusive: Build Your Own 1977 Hurst/Olds
Oldsmobile sought to shake off its conservative image with the release of the Hurst/Olds. It combined a luxurious motoring experience with muscle car performance, appealing to a broad customer base. It planned a new model for 1977 but shelved… more»
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Daily Driver 289 V8: 1965 Ford Mustang
Growing up in the 1960s was a great time – at least in terms of the automotive landscape. One of the most exciting debuts of the decade was the 1965 Ford Mustang, which was so successful that they built… more»
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20k-Mile Carport Find: 1959 Chevrolet Impala
For the second year in a row, the 1959 Chevrolets were all new cars. They were long and lean in appearance with “batwings” in the back, all supposedly because of the success of Chrysler’s Space Age “Forward Look” cars… more»
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The Widow Maker: Vintage Titan 32″ Chainsaw
Two Scottish surgeons invented a small hand-powered bone saw with a small chain, and it was used to remove diseased bone. As painful as that sounds, it’s widely credited as being the first use of what we know today… more»
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Solid But Needs Sorting: 1964 Ford Thunderbird
Whether you’re selling a car, boasting about your accomplishments, or explaining to your boss why you’re late for work, honesty is always the best policy, and the owner here sounds very forthcoming about some of the issues with his… more»
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Fender Bender: 1972 Ford Mustang Grande
Due to competition and a changing market, sales of the 1972 Ford Mustang were a far cry from its heyday in 1966. Production was off by 80%, and demand didn’t improve until the car was reinvented as a subcompact… more»
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Solid Project Car: 1956 Ford Fairlane Victoria
Sometimes it’s just not fair for Ford fans. The 1955 and 1956 Fords were, by anyone’s standards, beautiful cars, especially the Victoria hardtops and Sunliner convertibles. Of course, Chevrolet had to come along with their Tri-Fives and steal the… more»
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Stored 60 Years: 1954 Ford Crestline
Ford’s top-of-the-line model for 1952 to 1954 was the Crestline. Sources indicate that the Fairlane didn’t replace it until 1955. So, we’re not sure why the seller is calling this a ’54 Fairlane. In any event, it’s a 4-door… more»
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Ran When Parked (15 Years Ago): 1969 Buick Riviera
With 52,872 sold, the 1969 model was one of the most popular model years in the Buick Riviera’s colorful history. It also celebrated the fourth year of the beautiful second-generation design, one that would continue for one more go-round… more»
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Searle Carawagon Conversion: 1964 Land Rover Series 2
Old Land Rovers are cool just sitting there, but ones that are running, loaded with patina, and sporting a vintage pop-top camper conversion – well, that’s just on another level entirely. This 1964 Series 2 has a fantastic back-story… more»
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Former Estate Sale Project: 1957 Ford Fairlane
Ford redesigned its passenger cars in 1957, providing for a lower, longer, sleeker look. That, combined with Chevy’s products being in their third year, Ford was able to capture the top spot in sales for the first time since… more»
