Finding an affordable First Generation Mustang project, especially one that appears solid and not begging for rust repairs, can be challenging. However, that seems to be the story with this 1966 Coupe. It presents well and could serve as… more»
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21k Miles: 1959 Ford F-850 Fire Truck
Ford has long been in the commercial truck business and this 1959 F-850 is no exception. It was built to assist firemen in the course of their regular duties. According to the seller, it has been cosmetically restored though… more»
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1965 Elva Kit Car Ready to Race
This car is what I want to label a puzzle that needs putting together. Or maybe a knot that needs to be untangled. It’s titled as a 1965 Elva, but it’s actually a kit. I’ll explore that more below…. more»
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Red White & Blue: 1971 Pontiac Formula 400
In the second year of production for the second generation Firebird, only a few minor changes were made. For the Firebird and Formula models, the primary changers were that faux grills were added to the fenders behind the front… more»
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1 of 337 Made: 1961 Chrysler 300-G Convertible
Several years ago, I attended Das Awkscht Fescht (The August Festival) in Macungie, Pennsylvania, one of the largest antique and classic car shows in the nation. That year the show’s featured car was the legendary Chrysler 300. I’ve never… more»
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Barn Find: 1966 Triumph Spitfire Mk II
Sometimes cars are actually found in real barns. Here’s one on eBay, a 1966 Triumph Spitfire Mk II project car, purchased from an estate after sitting in a dry barn for over twenty years. This car is bid to… more»
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Matching Numbers Project: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner
The Road Runner was introduced in 1968 as Plymouth’s budget-minded, mid-size muscle car. It would be an immediate hit, thanks to aggressive marketing which included a tie-in to the cartoon character of the same name. 1970 models would be… more»
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Blow Off the Dust: 1966 Olds Cutlass Coupe
You’d better wash this one on your lawn, because if you do it somewhere where there’s a drain, you’ll likely clog it. At least, that’s how it looks, as this 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass is positively caked with dirt as… more»
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No Reserve: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS396
Always a favorite is Chevrolet’s 1969 Chevells SS396 such as this Daytona Yellow example. Popular in ’69? You bet, 86K saw the light of day. Popular today? You bet again, just cruise the current asking prices on any old… more»
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Desirable Early Example: 1970 Datsun 240Z
It is fair to say that the 1960s was a decade of learning for Japanese car manufacturers like Datsun. They progressed from building lightly re-engineered licensed copies of European models to developing their brands and unique vehicles. For Datsun,… more»
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Hidden Surprises? 1972 Plymouth Duster 340
Pleasant surprises are always welcome, sometimes brightening a dull or boring day. This 1972 Plymouth Duster 340 shows initial promise, suggesting its restoration could be straightforward. However, there are also signs that it may have a few surprises up… more»
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Low Production Barn Find! 1970 Plymouth Barracuda Convertible
Are there any cars that take you back to a particular place and time? Every time I see a Plymouth Barracuda convertible, I first think of Mike Brady’s 1971 model from season 3 of The Brady Bunch instead of… more»
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Wrecked Exotic: 1994 Acura NSX
The Acura NSX is one of the more sought-after sports cars of the 90s, offering the rare combination of Honda-like reliability with the exotica factor that keeps limited-production cars like this creeping towards six-figures with ease. The NSX shown… more»
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1968 Ford Mustang Convertible Barn Find!
It isn’t rare for an owner to restore a classic, use it regularly for a short period, and then squirrel it away in a garage. Often, this is because they worry that the vehicle they have devoted tons of… more»
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Trailer Find: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Drag Car
Talk about a time machine: this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro was a drag car back in the day before being lost to a storage trailer where it stayed hidden for 29 years. Incredibly, it emerged with its race day patina… more»
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BF Auction: 1963 Pontiac Bonneville Sport Coupe
Whenever I look at cars like this 1963 Pontiac Bonneville, I find it amazing that a company that produced vehicles of this caliber could eventually succumb to financial rationalism. However, that was the marque’s fate, and the automotive world… more»
