Ford treated its hot Mustang “pony car” to a styling refresh in 1967, though the car was still unmistakably a Mustang. Sales dropped by more than 20%, but that was largely due to the arrival of a plethora of… more»
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Running Project: 1977 Dodge Aspen
The Dodge Aspen replaced the Dart as the Chrysler division’s compact car for the second half of the 1970s. Its badge-engineered companion was the Plymouth Volare, and both automobiles were in production from 1976 to 1980. The seller has… more»
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Nose Job: 1949 Studebaker Starlight
Everybody has their likes and dislikes when it comes to particular features on classic cars, and what one enthusiast considers great styling might not be appreciated by the next person that comes along. This 1949 Studebaker Starlight coupe is… more»
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Cheap Royal Knight: 1980 Chevrolet El Camino SS
If someone were so inclined, they could easily write a book about Special Edition vehicles in automotive history. However, such a book would make “War and Peace” look like a spot of light reading. This 1980 Chevrolet El Camino… more»
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Needs Finishing: 1974 De Tomaso Pantera
The De Tomaso Pantera was an unsuccessful attempt by Ford to introduce an exotic sports car to its model range. Quality control issues hampered sales, although the Pantera soldiered on for over a decade after the last vehicles rolled… more»
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Extensive History: 1966 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S
The Formula S was the performance version of the Plymouth Barracuda before there was the ‘Cuda. It was offered from 1965 to 1969 and usually included a small-block V8 with a sportier handling package. This 1966 edition is a… more»
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Rare Appearance Package: 1981 Ford Mustang Cobra
There have been many variations of the Fox body Ford Mustang over the years, ranging from mild to wild. The special editions, Cobras, Saleens, ACS/McLaren and numerous others give collectors and fans endless variety when it comes to finding… more»
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In the Mustang’s Shadow: 1965 Plymouth Barracuda
The Plymouth Barracuda debuted just 17 days before the Ford Mustang in April of 1964. And got totally lost in all the furor that the popular Mustang brought with it. The genre was even named after the Mustang, aka… more»
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Flower Power? 1979 Ford Mustang
After spending five years as a subcompact with economy car roots, the Ford Mustang returned to pony car status in 1979 with the “Foxbody” platform. The platform was designed to support one kind of vehicle, including a sporty car… more»
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13 Orphan Cars: Collection of Crosleys
Crosley Motors was a small American manufacturer that produced tiny cars and related vehicles from 1939 to 1952 (except during the WWII years). Considering that so few of these machines survive today, it’s surprising that more than 80,000 were… more»
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Let’s Try This Again! 1956 Chevrolet Nomad
One year ago, my colleague Mike Stephens covered this 1956 Chevrolet Nomad. It was an eBay bid situation with a BIN price of $40,000. I’m not certain what the outcome of the bidding process was, but here it is… more»
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Shed Find: 1972 Ford Mustang Mach 1
1972 wasn’t exactly a pinnacle year for the Ford Mustang, as the car’s size had recently increased while performance potential and sales were decreasing. Consumer tastes were beginning to shift towards smaller vehicles, with some likely would-be Mustang buyers… more»
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Original 302: 1976 Ford Bronco
A project candidate requiring a total restoration with a five-figure asking price won’t appeal to some enthusiasts. That said, the ongoing popularity of the First Generation Bronco makes it a common sight. Such is the case with this 1976… more»
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Original Paint and Drivetrain: 1967 Pontiac LeMans
Beginning in 1964, the Tempest/LeMans/GTO trio would represent Pontiac in the growing mid-size automobile field. The rear-wheel-drive A-body platform would serve the Poncho well for the next 23 years, replaced by front-wheel-drive in 1988. The seller has a survivor-quality… more»
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True Barn Find: No Reserve 1984 Jaguar XJ-S
The accumulated dust tells part of the story. This 1984 Jaguar XJ-S is a genuine barn find that recently emerged from fifteen years in storage. It doesn’t run or drive, but life in a favorable climate has protected it… more»
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Solid Driver: 1972 Plymouth Duster 340
Judging a book by its cover can be a mistake. It may mean missing out on a promising project candidate because it doesn’t make a positive first impression. This 1972 Plymouth Duster 340 looks rough, with dings, dents, and… more»
