According to the internet, an arch nemesis is the constant foil who is always out to thwart our hero. Batman had the Joker. Superman had Lex Luthor. He-Man had Skeletor. For us car enthusiasts, our arch nemesis is rust. … more»
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383 Six-Barrel! 1968 Plymouth Road Runner
The first is the best? It is in my mind when it comes to Plymouth’s fabulous first-gen Road Runner. The first time that I spied a 1968 model, such as today’s Littleton, Colorado resident, I was smitten (but I… more»
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Original 348: 1960 Chevrolet Impala Convertible
A celebrity ownership history poses a unique challenge with classic cars. It is sometimes difficult to determine whether it adds to a vehicle’s potential value or if it merely provides an interesting sidebar to that car’s story. I tend… more»
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Round Two: 1970 Triumph TR6 Project
This 1970 Triumph TR6 is one of those subject cars that I believe, we have covered here on BF before. But that coverage was about four years ago and it doesn’t seem that much has changed. Is it the… more»
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Afterlife: 1970 Avanti II 350 Chevy V8
The Avanti is one of those rare automobiles that has an afterlife. When Studebaker shut down U.S. production in late 1963, the then-new Avanti was considered a goner. That was until two Studebaker dealers stepped up and bought the… more»
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Historic Race Car: 1960 Porsche 356B Roadster
Old-school race cars are hit or miss when it comes to their overall desirability, but like most anything air-cooled these days, it’s hard to go wrong with a classic Porsche. The car shown here reminds us how different the… more»
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Former Barn Find: 1960 Chevrolet Bel Air
Styling of the 1959-60 Chevrolets was inspired by the “Forward Look” redesign of Chrysler products in 1957, which may have caught the industry by surprise. Tailfins quickly became the all-the-rage and led Chevrolet to shift gears, causing the all-new… more»
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Miami Vice Meets Ecklers: 1975 Chevrolet Corvette
In America, our culture has often been driven by media. In 1984, a television show called “Miami Vice” debuted on NBC. Over the five-year run of the series the show set trends that still resonate with us. One of… more»
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Original 289/4-Speed: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback
Hiding in the back of this workshop is a classic that could be an excellent restoration candidate. Looking beyond the aftermarket wheels, this 1967 Mustang Fastback is a largely unmolested vehicle featuring its original engine and transmission. Returning it… more»
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Forward Look Survivor: 1958 Plymouth Savoy
The Savoy was Plymouth’s first or second-tier automobile during its various cycles from 1954 to 1964. In 1958, the Savoy was sandwiched between the Plaza and Belvedere and Fury much like the Chevy Bel Air would be later between… more»
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One Family Owned? 1969 Pontiac GTO
The seller of this 1969 Pontiac GTO states, “just arrived on 2/4, one family owned…“. That makes me think it’s a flip but details beyond that claim are minimal. He also suggests that it’s a bigger project than he… more»
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Project 4×4: 1981 AMC Eagle Kammback
“So much practicality, so much affordability . . . all wrapped up in a smart appearing four-wheel drive package. Whether the new Eagle Kammback is your only automobile or a second family automobile, it’s a truly sporty subcompact.” So… more»
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Cheap European Car: 1977 Citroën Dyane
At first glance, the Citroën Dyane looks about like the 2CV upon which it was based. The styling of the latter car, though a bit odd, is iconic, and the Dyane helped carry the torch from 1967 to 1983…. more»
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Stored Since ’98: 1959 Jaguar XK150 Drophead Coupe
This 1959 Jaguar XK150 Drophead Coupe proves we should never judge a book by its cover. This desirable British classic is a restoration project that stalled decades ago. However, it is rock-solid, and the seller believes it only lacks… more»
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Restoration Required: 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia Spider Veloce
Before Mussolini obligated Alfa Romeo to make aircraft engines for the sake of WWII, the company was at the apex of the performance roster at tracks around the world. On the road, its road cars were less accepted by… more»
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Forest Find: 1968 Plymouth Sport Satellite Project
The owner of this 1968 Plymouth Sport Satellite here on Craigslist believes his car is as close to a rust-free example as you’re likely to find on an unrestored car, and although it’s going to take quite a bit… more»
