In an era when the muscle car revolution of the 1960s was fading away, the Pontiac Firebird bucked that trend in the 1970s. They couldn’t build Trans Am’s fast enough in the second half of the decade. The seller’s… more»
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Unfinished Business: 1964 Ford Thunderbird
Despite their futuristic appearance, the third-generation Thunderbirds (1961-63) weren’t the big sellers that Ford was hoping for. So, the personal luxury cars were designed for 1964 and the public responded favorably by purchasing 50% more automobiles than the year… more»
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Update – Utah Barn Find: 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Seville
UPDATE 01/09/2022: It seems that some owners are nothing if not persistent when it comes to the question of selling a classic car. That is the case with this 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Seville. This marks the third time this… more»
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No Reserve! 1967 Jaguar E-Type Fixed Head Coupe
If you were to compile a list of desirable British sports cars, the Jaguar E-Type would be close to the top of that list. It offered performance that was a match for anything produced by Ferrari at the time,… more»
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Rare Plum Mist Color: 1967 Pontiac GTO
Many consider that the Pontiac GTO started the muscle car movement of the 1960s, but there are other candidates to consider, like the 1950s Chrysler Letter-Series. Regardless, a ton of these autos were built before the craze waned in… more»
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350/4-Speed: 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS
The Chevrolet Impala was officially launched as a 1958 model year vehicle, although the first generation lasted for just that one year, and only 3 years later when the SS package first became available on the Impala in 1961… more»
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Storage Unit Find: 1972 Chevrolet Impala
The fifth generation of the Chevy Impala (1971-76) was the last for the really “big” cars, proportions-wise. They would be downsized (or is it better to say rightsized?) for 1977 to be more practical for fuel consumption. The 1972… more»
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426 Street Wedge! 1965 Dodge Coronet 500
Though obviously a work in progress, this 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 in Willoughby, Ohio certainly makes a statement just as it sits. Like prison tattoos, this hardtop wears its scars with pride. A half century’s use build character, and… more»
Hydra-Matic Transmission: 1956 Chevrolet 3800 Series
Chevrolet’s trucks were all-new for 1955, dubbed the Task-Force Series. Built through 1959, they replaced the Advanced Design Series and featured things like a wraparound windshield, a first for the truck industry. Built on the Stake portion of the… more»
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Pick Your Color: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
Buying an unfinished project build can be fraught with perils. Sometimes it can be hard to know what you are getting yourself into, as a coating of primer can hide some pretty awful secrets beneath. That doesn’t appear to… more»
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Abstract Art: 1967 Austin Mini Cooper S
Art appreciation is a subjective thing. Some people will look at the Mona Lisa and see a magnificent portrait produced by an artist at the height of his powers. Others will see it as little more than a picture… more»
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Rust-Free Restorer: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302
Don’t be fooled by its Winter Wonderland surroundings because this 1970 Mustang Boss 302 has spent its life in a drier climate. That has allowed it to remain rust-free, making it a prime candidate for restoration. Its cosmetic needs… more»
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No Reserve Patina Pickup: 1948 Chevrolet 3600
This 1948 Chevrolet 3600 amply demonstrates the desirability of classic pickups. Since the owner listed it for sale, it has already received an impressive twenty-five bids. People are obviously taken with what it offers, and it is easy to… more»
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Slant Six Or 360 V8? 1974 Plymouth Duster
Pat L. found this interesting project. It is a 1974 Plymouth Duster that was sidelined due to brake issues in 2011. The car has approximately 112,000 miles and looks pretty solid. The seller pulled the original slant six-cylinder engine… more»
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Rarest of C3s? 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
The C3 (third generation, “Mako Shark” era) Corvettes had a 15-year run between 1968-82. The 1970 models were the least produced of the generation due to a labor strike in the Spring of 1969. The seller’s 1970 ‘Vette is… more»
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429 V8 Project: 1970 Mercury Cyclone
Throughout the late 1960s, the Cyclone was Mercury’s mid-size performance car, sandwiched between the Cougar and Marauder. The fourth and final generation of the auto was built between 1970-71 and a 429 cubic inch V8 – like we’re told… more»
