For 1970, AMC re-invented its approach to compact cars by replacing the rather staid American with the new Hornet. As an encore and a shot at the sub-compact imports, too, the Gremlin followed a few months later. The Gremlin… more»
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43k Mile Project: 1973 Chevrolet Nova
The impact of the OPEC oil embargo had its effect on new car sales for 1973. Nova sales that year were up six percent over ’72 and ’74 would grow by another six percent. The car had its first… more»
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Is This 1971 Ford Maverick Grabber Worth Saving?
One of many overlooked vehicles from the 1970s is the Ford Maverick. Of course, the regular models weren’t much to sneeze at, but the Grabber, Sprint, and Stallion package cars stood apart from the rest back then, and still… more»
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Popular Project Car: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The Camaro joined the pony car fray in 1967, but it would be the 1979 model year when Chevy would sell the largest number of Camaros, before or since. More than 282,000 Camaros rolled off the assembly line that… more»
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Barn Sparrow: 2000 Corbin Sparrow EV
This one is newer than the typical Barn Finds vehicle, but being a lover of unusual vehicles, not to mention EVs, I couldn’t resist showing this 2000 Corbin Sparrow. It’s appropriately dusty and has been parked since 2011 so… more»
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Hardtop Included: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette Project
Looking shaky is how this 1957 Corvette can best be described. It has a mish-mash of different stuff going on and it ain’t cheap! Interestingly, it is offered for sale by Beverly Hills Car Club. It spite of the… more»
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Take The Challenge? 1964 Austin-Healey 3000
Traditional British sports cars have always been a firm favorite amongst enthusiasts searching for a rewarding DIY restoration project. Manufacturers tended to use tried-and-true, elegantly simple engineering philosophies that make cars like this 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 a firm… more»
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Cheap Project: 1980 MG MGB
The 1980 model year marked the end of the line for the venerable MGB. This was a model that was initially designed with a production life of 5-years. However, it soldiered on for an incredible 18-years in 4-cylinder form…. more»
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Parked 25 Years: 1948 Ford Super Deluxe Woodie Wagon
With the new post-war Fords were coming out in 1949, several traditions were ending with 1948. They would be the last to be built during Henry Ford’s lifetime, they would be the last U.S. go-round of the flathead engine,… more»
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Plum Crazy Project: 1970 Dodge Charger R/T
Remember all the wild “high impact/high performance” colors that Chrysler came up with in the early ‘70s to sell more cars to younger buyers? Sublime, Go-Mango, Hemi Orange, Top Banana, Pink Panther, Green-Go and Plum Crazy (my favorite). Who… more»
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Estate Sale Rarities: BMW 323i Turbo & 2000CS Coupe
Generally speaking, my jets have cooled a bit in terms of my love for all-things BMW. You might say I’ve over-indexed on the brand in my own collection of project cars, hence why you’ll see some changes in my… more»
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Strong Bones: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
This 1969 Chevrolet Camaro is a bit of a surprise packet. I’m not going to argue the fact that it looks pretty sad. However, below that faded exterior appears to be a classic that possesses strong bones. This would… more»
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Real Deal SS 396: 1968 Chevrolet El Camino
I have an El Camino jones going on. I have been looking at the ’68 to ’72 version lately and with more than just a passing interest. I have always like this kit-bash between a car and a 1/2… more»
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M-Code 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Project
The is a rare M-code 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 that is ready to be completely restored and brought back to its original glory. There is only 1 day left in the auction and the roller is bid to… more»
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Cheap And Clean: 1995 Ford Taurus GL
Well, I never thought I’d see the day when I would write an article about a ’90s Ford Taurus. An SHO maybe, or perhaps a forgotten, new in the wrapper example, with only 416 miles but neither of those… more»
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1-Of-5: 1969 Cadillac Fleetwood Station Wagon
Update 9/21/20 – This rare Caddilac wagon has been relisted here on eBay with a $1,500 price drop and the option to make an offer. Is that enough to get this one sold though? From 8/11/20 – Finding a… more»
