It’s not a knock to say that, 20 years ago, a Jaguar XKE Series II 2+2 automatic in derelict condition would be a parts car. This 1970 example for sale here on Gullwing Motor Cars in Astoria, New York… more»
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Last Registered In ’80: 1970 Plymouth Duster 340
The Plymouth Duster 340 is a prime example of where compact car meets muscle car. To bolster sales of its Valiant – which looked a lot like a librarian’s car – they came up with the Duster fastback that… more»
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Shoebox Survivor: 1949 Ford Custom Tudor
When World War II drew to a close, the production of civilian motor vehicles recommenced in the US. With vehicle manufacturers concentrating their focus on the war effort, that meant that these new cars that emerged for the 1946… more»
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Rare 1957 Pontiac Safari Wagon Project
In 1955, Chevrolet and Pontiac pooled their resources to come up with a special line of 2-door station wagons. Chevy’s version would become the now-iconic Nomad, while Pontiac called theirs Safari. 65 years later, the Nomad is better known,… more»
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1983 DMC DeLorean With 5,400 Original Miles!
The DMC DeLorean promised so much when it first appeared. However, it is a car that represented a triumph of style over substance. It could so easily have faded into the pages of automotive history, but the “Back To… more»
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No Reserve: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette 350 4-Speed
Located in Pompano Beach, Florida, this 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is for sale here on eBay with just under 3 days remaining in the auction. The car is said to retain its numbers matching 5.7 liter V8 engine equipped with… more»
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Ford V8 Powered: 1957 Jaguar XK140
A Jaguar XK140 is always a great find. It is a car with a commanding presence, you know one when you see it. On the surface, this example looks pretty good though the finish is harboring some issues. This… more»
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Parked Eight Years Ago? 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air
In 1953, the Chevrolet Bel Air became its own model rather than a top trim level of the two-door hardtop Deluxe model Chevrolets. This 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air four-door sedan was driven into the spot where it’s been sitting… more»
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No Reserve Project: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 428 CJ
This 1969 Ford Mustang Mach I project is for sale here on eBay. Originally built with the venerable 428 Cobra Jet engine, the car is located in Muskegon, Michigan. The Mach I is being sold at no reserve but… more»
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Restoration Project: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
This 1966 Volkswagen Beetle is a no-reserve restoration project, and with bids already nearing $5,000, it’s not exactly going cheaply. The earlier Beetles are certainly the ones enthusiasts pine for and finding one that hasn’t been pulled apart and… more»
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Convertible Package: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro + 1970 Chevrolet Malibu
The seller offers an interesting combination of cars for sale. One is a 1969 Camaro, likely an SS350 and probably worth more. The other is 1970 Chevelle Malibu, but with a six-cylinder engine that was built in lower quantities…. more»
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Needs Finishing: 1969 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 Project
While we have seen a meteoric rise in Shelby Mustangs over the last several years, the ’69/’70 versions have not exactly enjoyed the upward mobility. The reasons are hard to state, certainly the appearance started to drift further away… more»
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Rare Coupe Body: 1984 Model TVR 280i
Don’t mind the mistaken Facebook label on this posting – it’s no Ford Mustang. It’s actually a pretty special hardtop version of a classic TVR 280i, which we more typically see in roadster form. This one is described as… more»
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Chevy V8: 1965 Studebaker Cruiser
By the time the 1965 Studebaker models went on sale, their South Bend, Indiana plant had closed, and all production transferred to Hamilton, Ontario. And with it went Studebaker’s source of engines, so the 1965-66 models were powered by… more»
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Rare 2+2! 1982 Lotus Éclat S 2.2 Riviera
Merriam-Webster defines éclat as a “dazzling effect: brilliance,” and that’s better than my initial impression that it might be a bland variation of the ever-tasty éclair. If you’re familiar with your 1980s Loti (and who isn’t?) the dreamy Esprit… more»
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Rough Fish: 1965 Rambler Marlin
For the first two years, 1965 and 1966, the Marlin was based on the Rambler Classic. Then in 1967, their final year of production, they evolved (get it, fish, evolved… tough crowd) into having a different front clip from… more»
