If you compiled a list of classics from the 1950s with the most iconic styling, Cadillac’s 1959 range would be a contender. The enormous fins and bullet taillights are unmistakable, and thanks to modern safety regulations, we will never… more»
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Black Plate 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
With so many clones and tributes flooding the market, the seller emphasizes that this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 is the real deal. It also demonstrates why we should never judge a book by its cover. It looks pretty… more»
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Original Paint: 1956 Chevrolet 210
When the “Tri-Five” Chevrolets were in production from 1955 to 1957, three levels of trim were offered based on the level of your budget. The 150 was for basic transportation, while the Bel Air was top-of-the-line. In the middle… more»
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390-Powered Convertible: 1967 Ford Galaxie 500
Convertibles were still popular in the mid-1960s, and Ford offered them in all their major series. The Galaxie 500 was Ford’s equivalent of the Chevrolet Impala, and they built more than 24,000 drop-tops in 1967, with only 20% being… more»
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Forest Find: 1986 Chevrolet Corvette Project
The fourth generation (C4) of America’s Sports Car, the Chevrolet Corvette, arrived in 1984. They had skipped the 1983 run to focus on readying the all-new model. Not a lot had changed by 1986 when the seller’s example was… more»
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Shiny Yellow Project: 1969 Ford Bronco
Like certain hard-shelled candies, some vehicles are bright and shiny on the outside and somewhat soft and structurally unsound on the inside. This 1969 Ford Bronco in Vancouver, Washington looks show-ready from a distance, but crusty floors and running… more»
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24-Year Barn Dweller: 1966 Plymouth Sport Fury
The Sport Fury, a snappier version of the Plymouth, arrived in 1959, two years before the Chevrolet Impala Super Sport and three ahead of the Ford Galaxie 500XL. It wasn’t in the mix for 1960 or 1961 but finished… more»
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Pinnacle of Luxury: 1984 Zimmer Golden Spirit
The Zimmer Golden Spirit has long been a fixture in the classic car landscape, caught between being the ultimate expression of wealth and excess to something that has become a sideshow-grade curiosity on the project car landscape. While its… more»
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Drop-Top Discovery: 1967 Plymouth Barracuda
True or False: The Ford Mustang was the first so-called “pony car” to enter the market. And False is the answer. The Plymouth Barracuda beat the Mustang to the game, which debuted at the 1964 New York World’s Fair,… more»
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Rare 4-Speed: 1973 Pontiac Trans Am 455
Due to a fear of rust, many enthusiasts seek out classics from favorable climates to park in their garages. That fact and its inherent desirability help explain why this 1973 Pontiac Trans Am has generated considerable interest since it… more»
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Strong Runner? 1969 Pontiac Firebird Project
I’m always happy to find a first-gen Pontiac Firebird (’67-’69) such as this 1969 edition. Let’s face it, we have featured first-gen Chevrolet Camaros (also ’67-’69) out the wazoo, so it’s nice to get a little divergence. Now, don’t… more»
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Barnyard Find: 1972 Chevrolet Camaro RS
The 1972 model year was almost the last for the Chevy Camaro, plagued by labor issues that resulted in the fewest number of sales by 30% (and 1971 was far from a record). But cooler heads prevailed, and the… more»
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Price Drop! 1969 MGB Roadster
UPDATE – The seller has dropped their asking price to $3,250! I have often been asked which type of classic is best for a buyer who wishes to be hands-on with the ownership experience. I usually respond that it… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1953 Chevrolet 3800
Some vintage trucks are restored until they are too perfect to use, but this 1953 Chevrolet 3800 is headed in a far more interesting direction. With its weathered cab, one-ton stance, Montana grain-truck history, and hydraulic lift bed, it… more»
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Rebuilt 350: 1972 Chevrolet El Camino
Vehicles like this 1972 Chevrolet El Camino offer an almost perfect combination of comfort and versatility. Because they are typically lighter than the Sedans or Station Wagons on which they are based, they also provide exceptional performance. The seller… more»
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6-Passenger Project: 1967 Ford Ranch Wagon
Beginning in 1952 and running through 1974, Ford usually branded its station wagons separately from its passenger cars. In the full-size department, the Ranch Wagon was the starting point (like the Custom), the Country Sedan was the middle model… more»
