For buyers seeking a very large luxury car in the mid-sixties, it was hard to beat the Pontiac Bonneville, which measured around 18.5 feet in length when the fourth generation appeared in 1965. Despite having some massively long quarter… more»
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Rare G-Code Drop-Top: 1962 Ford Galaxie 500
You could practically order a race car from Ford in 1962. That meant checking the box for a G-Code 406 cubic inch V8 that produced 405 hp with triple carburetors. They were not built in large numbers, and most… more»
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Rusty But Unmolested: 1972 Plymouth Barracuda 340
Once in a while, an E-Body comes along that seems to be at exactly the level of sheet-metal corrosion that makes it hard to quickly ascertain whether it would make more sense to repair the affected panels, or just… more»
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Yard Find Nailhead: 1965 Buick Riviera Project
Buick entered the personal luxury car market in 1963 with the Riviera. It became instantly popular and would remain a GM fixture throughout the rest of the century. The first generation ran through 1965, with the biggest change that… more»
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Mini-Mini Truckin’: Peterbilt Replica Go Cart
You may be surprised to learn that there’s a strong market for vintage go-carts and other pint-sized versions of the real thing. I know I was, when I saw some of the sale prices on auction sites for kid-friendly… more»
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Rust-Free Project: 1979 Ford Bronco 400 4-Speed
Project candidates from dry locations are typically viewed favorably by potential buyers. Rust issues are often minor, reducing some of the stress and hard work in a build. This 1979 Ford Bronco ticks that box. Its exterior is tired… more»
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Four-Speed Ute: 1963 Ford Ranchero
The Ranchero, Ford’s “Ute” (utility coupe), went through three phases. From 1957 to 1959, it was a full-sized, wagon-based pickup. In 1960 to 1965, it was a compact truck (on the Falcon platform). And from 1966 to 1979, when… more»
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One-Owner Racer’s Time Capsule: 1958 Triumph TR3
A storage-fresh 1958 Triumph TR3 with one-owner history and roots in period racing is the kind of discovery that still gets enthusiasts talking. This example recently surfaced on Facebook Marketplace in Assonet, Massachusetts, carrying an $8,000 asking price and… more»
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Understated Beauty: 1979 Pontiac Formula
By late 1979, the American performance landscape was in transition. While tightening emissions standards and fuel economy regulations were systematically choking Detroit’s V8 output, Pontiac managed to keep the muscle car flame alive. Though the loudly styled Trans Am… more»
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Same Family 70 Years: 1950 Ford “Shoebox”
Like most U.S. automakers, Ford dusted off its pre-World War II designs in 1946 and began satisfying the pent-up demand for automobiles. The first all-new designs arrived in 1949 and were dubbed “Shoebox” Fords for their slab-side styling. Ford… more»
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Colibri Green Metallic! 1978 Porsche 924
For many car enthusiasts, it’s not unusual to buy a specialty vehicle to be purchased solely because it has some rare feature, like an unusual/desirable option or low miles. In the case of this donated Porsche 924, it appears… more»
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Dad’s Sports Car: 1989 Lotus Esprit
We all tend to assume that finding an old sports car ripe for restoration is an exciting moment for almost anyone. However, no matter how intriguing the vehicle is, many people just see an anchor, or a nuisance. Nostalgia… more»
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Rough But Complete: 1970 Dodge Charger 500
Are you feeling brave? You are? That’s good, because returning this 1970 Dodge Charger 500 to its former glory will require equal helpings of bravery and determination. The seller is candid about its overall condition, but admits that it… more»
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Make An Offer: 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback
I get it. Some people avoid auctions like the plague. It can be frustrating to bid, monitor the auction, think you’re home and hosed, only to get trumped at the last moment (been there, done that). However, that may… more»
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No Reserve? 1968 Shelby GT500 Project
The reality is that in the classic world, some restoration projects are more worthy than others. When the vehicle in question is a 1968 Shelby GT500, the stakes rise considerably. These cars are some of the most desirable to… more»
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Restore or Clone? 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
The 1969-72 era of the Chevrolet Chevelle is the most popular for Super Sport cloning. That excludes the ’68 from the same generation because the SS 396 was still a separate series with its own VIN. Routine Malibu Sport… more»
