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Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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No Reserve Survivor: 1986 Pontiac Fiero
Vehicle manufacturers rarely take bold risks because the financial stakes are typically too high. If we buy a car that is a lemon, we could find ourselves out of pocket to the tune of thousands of dollars. If a… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1966 Ford LTD
In 1965, Ford decided to give buyers of its full-size cars a luxury option and dubbed it the Galaxie 500 LTD. Its ride quality and quietness were advertised to be better than that of a Rolls-Royce. The idea worked… more»
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One Family Owned: 1973 AMC Javelin AMX “Pierre Cardin”
It is not unusual for car manufacturers to link with premium brands outside the automotive industry to produce special edition vehicles. AMC wasn’t immune from the practice, although it tested either end of the fashion spectrum in 1973. Few… more»
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BF Auction: 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
Oldsmobile may be gone, but it certainly isn’t forgotten. It produced some memorable vehicles that offered performance but were capable of providing customers with a luxurious motoring experience. Nowhere is that more evident than with this 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora…. more»
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Same Owner Since New: 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
General Motors will step outside of its comfort zone from time to time and introduce a product different than the others in its portfolio. One example is the 1960 Chevy Corvair with its rear-mounted, air-cooled engine. Another is the… more»
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34k Original Miles: 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix
Enthusiasts often seek classic cars with a known ownership experience because they provide a level of assurance often not found with other vehicles. The car becomes more attractive if it features an extraordinarily low odometer reading, and this 1979… more»
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16k Mile Survivor: 1972 Oldsmobile Delta 88
The 88 (aka Eighty-Eight) was a journeyman car for Oldsmobile, included in the lineup from 1949 to 1999. It carried several pre-fixes, such as Dynamic, Deluxe, Super, Rocket, Jetstar, Delmont, and Delta. The latter was perhaps used most often,… more»
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Super-Original, Super-Luxurious: 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham
Here’s an opportunity: a genuine one-family-owned 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham, born and raised in California, available here on craigslist for an asking price of $22,500. This tip comes to us courtesy of numskal, and the car is waiting in… more»
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2008 Mini Cooper S JCW Convertible
Some names become inextricably linked to a particular badge as the reputations of the vehicles they touch grow in stature with each passing year. You only need to mention Carroll Shelby, and the thoughts of most enthusiasts will turn… more»
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$100 Million Look: 1955 Dodge Royal Lancer
As the 1950s rolled along, Chrysler Corp. was infused with fresh capital (thanks to a loan from Prudential) which enabled a redesign for its automobiles in 1955. Advertising would include referencing the car as having the “Hundred Million Dollar… more»
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V12 Survivor: 1986 Jaguar XJS
The other day I was walking in the neighborhood of my office, and for the 50th time, I saw the white XJS V12 that “lives” about fifteen blocks away. This time, the owner was out, wet-sanding its paint. I… more»
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Clean Survivor Sedan? 1967 Dodge Coronet 440
I know, this car has four doors, the humanity! Despite that horrific, almost-world-ending fact, you may not find a nicer example for the money. Please check out this 1967 Dodge Coronet 440 sedan, it looks great to me and… more»
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Factory Paint: 1996 Volkswagen Polo Harlekin
Special edition vehicles come in many shapes and forms, but there is probably none that has pushed the term “special” to greater heights than the 1996 VW Polo Harlekin. This car has not suffered accident damage and been pieced… more»
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81k Original Miles: 1993 Ford F150 SVT Lightning
It occurred to manufacturers as time passed that potential buyers viewed Pickups as more than mere workhorses. Growing numbers sought more comfort and luxury, while improved performance was welcomed by many. It spawned vehicles like the Dodge L’il Red… more»
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No Reserve: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS Convertible
Chevrolet had successfully established itself in the Pony Car market when this Camaro RS Convertible rolled off the line in 1968. Sales volumes weren’t approaching the legendary Mustang, but the gap was closing, with 235,147 Camaros finding homes that… more»
