The second-generation Dodge Charger looks great from every vantage point. It’s too bad they aren’t more popular with enthusiasts or used in more movies and television shows. Ha! The exact opposite is true, and this 1969 Dodge Charger in… more»
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Unusual Background: 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
Although the Pontiac Grand Prix experienced some declining sales during the second generation of production, that all changed when the redesigned 1969 model saw 112,486 units roll off the assembly line, a nearly 3/4 increase over the previous year’s… more»
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1 of 640: 1969 Dodge Dart GTS Roller
Most of the Dodge Darts sold between 1967 and 1976 were family cars, many powered by Chrysler’s venerable Slant-Six engine. But in the mix, you could also find some muscle machinery for those who wanted to do more than… more»
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Born in Turin, Made in France: 1964 Simca 1000
It pays to have friends in high places. Henri Pigozzi, who grew up in Turin but founded Société Industrielle de Mécanique et de Carrosserie Automobile (Simca) in France, had known Giovanni Agnelli, head of Fiat, and his family for… more»
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1 of 61: 1969 Mercury Cougar Convertible Project
By 1967, Ford Motor Co. had two entries in the new “pony car” market – the Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar. The Cougar was a more luxurious offering given that most Mercurys were a step up from most comparable… more»
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$1 Roller: 1979 Chevrolet Corvette
How expensive is it to restore a roller Corvette? Maybe the seller should pay someone to take this car! The title of this article is correct. This 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is on the East Coast and is listed for… more»
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Newer Interior: 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback
When the new Ford Mustang was unveiled in April 1964, only a coupe and a convertible were offered. It wasn’t until the Fall, when the official 1965 model year got underway, that the super sporty fastback edition would arrive…. more»
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Original 429 Cobra Jet: 1971 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler
The 1971 Mercury Cyclone Spiler is a rare beast, with only 353 examples rolling off the line. Our feature car is one of those vehicles, with its rarity enhanced by a few factory options. It is a solid project… more»
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Custom Project: 1959 MG MGA
While some enthusiasts tackle a project build with a focus on originality, others are open to customization. If you fall into the second category, you may find this 1959 MG MGA irresistible. Its changes are more than skin deep,… more»
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Italian Survivor Sedan: 1973 Fiat 124 Special
Despite sitting out in the snow in the Boulder, Colorado area, this 1973 Fiat 124 Special Sedan appears to be a very solid and nice-looking car, cosmetically. I believe this color is called Fiat Yellow, but hopefully, a Fiat… more»
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Overhead Cam: 1967 Pontiac Firebird Sprint Convertible
It’s always fun to run across a first-year example of just about any auto, and the Pontiac Firebird is certainly no exception. Pony cars were hot commodities during this period, with Pontiac introducing its F-Body offering as a 1967… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1968 Ford Galaxie 500
As NASCAR’s aero battle heated up for model year 1968, Ford yoked the full-sized Galaxie off the track in favor of a new fastback mid-sized called Torino. Aerodynamics influenced the overhauled Galaxie too, and the front of this 1968… more»
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Barn-Stored 46 Years: 1970 Toyota Corona
Though Toyota first entered the U.S. market in 1957, the company didn’t find success until a decade later with the “mid-size” Corona. It would soon be followed by the Corolla and Crown and the rest is history. This 1970… more»
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Supercoupe? 1976 Oldsmobile Starfire SX 5-Speed
Oldsmobile brochures touted the 1976 Oldsmobile Starfire SX as being a “Sport Coupe” and “Supercoupe” and this V6 five-speed example looks like a nice project car. The seller wasn’t sure if this was an SX or GT, but a… more»
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Buried Project: 1969 Plymouth Barracuda Formula
The Ford Mustang is credited with starting the “pony car” movement in 1964, but the Plymouth Barracuda beat them to showrooms by 17 days. Just as the Mustang was based on the Falcon compact, the Barracuda had its roots… more»
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No Reserve Donation: 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
I wasn’t even seven years old when the 1984 Corvette was introduced, but even at that tender age I knew that it was a big deal. A few years later, I borrowed Michael Lamm’s book titled The Latest Corvette… more»
