Thank goodness for imagination. I just spent a few minutes daydreaming that I was a well-to-do fella about town in 1949, plunking down about four grand on a new Town and Country at my local Chrysler store. Of course,… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Ready to Roll: 1972 Ford Maverick
A car doesn’t necessarily have to be ultra-desirable to be interesting. Take this 1972 Ford Maverick as a perfect example. The company launched it as affordable family transport, but you will struggle to find a nice one today. This… more»
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Uplifting Offering: Five Vintage Automobile Jacks
If you have nothing else in your shop, you’ll have a jack. Indispensable and versatile, the jack has ancient origins. The Romans used a screw mechanism to press wine. In the 1400s, Leonardo da Vinci sketched a jack designed… more»
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Ex-Fire Department Rig: 1976 Dodge W200 4×4
Old military trucks already have a certain presence to them, but this 1976 Dodge W200 listed on craigslist adds another layer to the story. According to the seller, the truck originally started life as a military-spec Dodge M882 before… more»
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Running Project: 1951 Packard 200 Deluxe
Packard Motor Co. redesigned its cars in 1951, dispensing with the “ponton” look of the stodgy automobiles of the past. The 200 was introduced as the entry-level Packard, although there was nothing minimal about a Packard back in the… more»
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28k-Mile Survivor? 1963 Chrysler Newport
Have you ever reappraised a car that you didn’t like and realize that you were in the wrong? That’s how I feel about Chrysler’s 1963/4 models today. For much of my life, I thought they were simply weird-looking Mopars,… more»
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440 Six Pack: 1970 Dodge Coronet Super Bee
Some muscle cars announce themselves quietly. A 1970 Dodge Super Bee painted in Dark Burnt Orange Metallic is definitely not one of them. This Coronet Super Bee listed on eBay leans hard into classic Mopar attitude with a V-code… more»
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Affordable Classic: 1973 Plymouth Duster
We’ve probably all met at least one enthusiast who dreams of parking a classic in their driveway, but their budget has made that dream unattainable. If you fall within that category, this 1973 Plymouth Duster might ride to your… more»
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One Family Owned: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
If long-term ownership is a crucial consideration when selecting a classic to park in your garage, this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible deserves a close look. It has been part of the same family since Day One, and the indications… more»
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289 V8 “3-on-the-Tree”! 1967 Ford Falcon
The Falcon was Ford’s first entry into the compact car market. From its launch in 1960, it was often at the top of the leaderboard for the first half of the decade. Then the Mustang came along and stole… more»
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Package Deal: 1984 + 1982 Renault Fuego
The Renault Fuego was a French-built car offered in the U.S. between 1982 and 1985. You could get one at your local American Motors dealership, as the makes were in cahoots at the time. The seller has a pair… more»
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57k Original Miles: 1969 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds
At the end of the 1960s, buyers could choose from so many muscle cars that it made their heads spin. Factor in pony cars with large-capacity V8s under the hood, and the situation became overwhelming. It was against this… more»
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400/4-Speed: 1970 Pontiac GTO “The Judge”
Pontiac’s GTO defined the muscle car era, and many enthusiasts believe that “The Judge” variant was the badge’s crowning glory. It certainly lived up to the hype, delivering performance that satisfied all but the most hardened enthusiast. This 1970… more»
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429-Powered: 1970 Mercury Cyclone
There is no substitute for cubic inches. This 1970 Mercury Cyclone demonstrates the truth behind that statement. Its engine bay houses a 429ci V8, delivering a mountain of power and torque. It means that even the lightest tickle of… more»
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Special Edition: 1966 Rambler American Rogue
In the mid-1960s, American Motors was trying to establish itself as something other than an econobox car company. One of its breakout models was the 1966 Rogue, introduced mid-year. Based on the American 440 2-door hardtop, it may have… more»
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Rare Color: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396
Some classics are wallflowers, subtly blending into the background. That is something that this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396 definitely isn’t. The seller claims that the paint shade is rare, and it certainly guarantees that it will stand out… more»
