The Big Three always had a tendency to hold onto truck designs for long periods; planned obsolescence was a concept that only the passenger car side of the business could apparently afford. Therefore, during the Dodge “Sweptline” period of… more»
Project Cars
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Tow It Out: Lamborghini Countach Replica
For some reason, I am attracted to old kit cars that are completed to a reasonable degree of quality. I can’t claim with any certainty that this Lamborghini Countach replica was built to exacting quality standards, but I do… more»
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440-Equipped: 1960 Plymouth Suburban Station Wagon
When you scrutinize his designs, Virgil Exner could rarely be described as subtle. The man who gave the automotive world the “forward-look” philosophy penned this 1960 Plymouth Suburban Station Wagon. Its bold lines guarantee that it will turn heads,… more»
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No Reserve: 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit Diesel Pickup
Volkswagen released the Golf Mk I as its replacement for the venerable Beetle in 1974. It proved to be a showroom success, with the Golf remaining an integral part of the company’s range ever since. Marketed in North America… more»
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Solid Driver: 1973 Plymouth Gold Duster
This 1973 Plymouth Duster has quite a few good points to consider, not the least being that it’s affordably priced at $6,500. Stepping up to the Gold Duster trim level included extras such as stripes on the sides and… more»
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Factory 440/4-Speed Project: 1970 Dodge Charger R/T
After taking a peek at this 1970 Dodge Charger R/T, some potential buyers might become deterred quickly by the amount of visible body rust here, and there’s certainly plenty. However, this one appears quite a bit more solid down… more»
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“The World’s Best Three-Wheeler”: 1958 Coronet
Advertisers sometimes still take liberties with the truth (have you seen the fake overacting on infomercials lately?) despite there being at least some modicum of laws now to ward against false advertising. This 1958 Coronet three-wheeler, once advertised as… more»
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Flood Victim: 1969 Ford Torino Talladega 428 CJ
Unless I knew the severity and all of the details first, a flood auto isn’t typically one I’d be real keen on considering as a project. That’s an unfair assumption, as a soaked car isn’t something I’ve had any… more»
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“Big Turbo!” 1988 Suzuki Jimny
Beefy tires and a fresh paint job show well on this refurbished and upgraded 4×4, but that’s just the start. The 1988 Suzuki Jimny in Mesa, Arizona left the factory with a turbo and hood-scoop and later gained a… more»
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Rare 5-Speed: 1989 Ford Thunderbird SC
As someone who grew up in the Northeast, and began dabbling in project cars while living in New England, I am quite accustomed to rust. In fact, one might say that my threshold for rust is quite high, and… more»
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Running Project: 1971 Chevelle Malibu
Chevrolet treated the 1971 Chevelle to a styling refresh, its third since a redesign of the A-body intermediate in 1968. Gone were the dual headlights the Chevelle had carried from Day 1, replaced by large, singular peepers on each… more»
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Restore Or Restomod? 1967 Chevrolet Impala
It’s a personal preference, but when it comes to the details of the Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe, the fastback design in 1967 is hard to beat in the looks department. This was before the taillights were incorporated into the… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata
If you’ve been looking for a track car but are on a tight budget, this Mazda Miata project might be the perfect option. The seller has been using it as their track car for the past few years, but… more»
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BF Auction: 1954 Studebaker Conestoga 2-Door Wagon Project
Studebaker was never afraid to take chances, and the 1954 Conestoga remains one of the most distinctive wagons of its era — a sleek, two-door design at a time when most family haulers came with four. This Barn Finds… more»
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No Reserve Garage Find: 1969 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
Hiding in this garage is a classic that could appeal to enthusiasts seeking a prestige restoration project. This 1969 Cadillac Coupe de Ville is a one-owner vehicle with just 31,000 miles on the odometer. It requires revival after years… more»
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Rare Mopar Pickup: 1970 Dodge D100 Dude
With some of the fine muscle the Dodge boys were producing in 1970, one might think an offering with a name like “Dude” could be packing some serious extra punch under the hood. In reality, the Dude was only… more»
