Over a 35-year production run as different types of vehicles, the Cougar is Mercury’s best-selling nameplate overall at nearly three million units. In its early days, the auto was a “pony car” and the second from Ford to do… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Cheap Longroof: 1981 AMC Eagle 4×4 Wagon
The seller refers to this 1981 AMC Eagle Wagon as being in fair to good condition, and there is some interior work to do, but it looks pretty solid from what we can see in the photos. That being… more»
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Only 2 Owners and 20k Miles: 1966 Renault Dauphine
Like the Volkswagen Beetle and Morris Minor, the Renault Dauphine was one of the entrants to create Post-WW2 European-built economy cars. It was in production from 1956 to 1967 with more than two million copies, although only a small… more»
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197 Mile: 1978 Corvette Indianapolis 500 Pace Car
Would you buy a car that you couldn’t drive? Or at least without significantly reducing its value? Pat L. found this 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Indianapolis Pace Car for sale in the Chicago area. The Corvette has only 197 miles… more»
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Stuck In Low Gear: 1974 Honda ATC90
Many sources list the Honda US90, the predecessor to the ATC90, as “the first ATV.” It’s always dangerous to list something as the first, last, biggest, smallest, oldest, whatever. It almost forces people to research it and prove us… more»
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32k Mile Survivor: 1956 Dodge Coronet Lancer
Thanks to a big loan from Prudential, Chrysler redesigned their cars for 1955-56, making them sleeker than their predecessors. That included the Dodge Coronet, the mainstay of the division’s line-up. All of Dodge’s 2-door hardtops were also called Lancers,… more»
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Survivor XJ! 1993 Jeep Cherokee 4X4
This 1993 Jeep Cherokee XJ takes me back! I had a long-time run (twenty-six years!) with a 1991 Cherokee and it’s still one of my more memorable rides. I don’t encounter them often anymore (they went out of production… more»
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Faceless Classic: 1971 Plymouth Duster
Many people view the grille and headlamps as the “face” of any vehicle. That means the lack of those items on this 1971 Plymouth Duster leaves it looking like a faceless classic. Don’t be fooled because this is a… more»
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Custom Paint: 1992 GMC 3500 Crew Cab
There can be many reasons why an owner may treat their classic to custom paint, with some more left-field than others. The original owner of this 1992 GMC 3500 Crew Cab personalized the truck’s appearance for a less common… more»
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Boomers Got These Right: 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Across our great land, the “OK boomer” battle cry is the latest salvo in the culture war between baby boomers and later generations. While this is not the time to take sides, nor is it the proper forum, I… more»
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1-of-26: 1987 Toyota Sunrader 4×4
Rarity claims can be a slippery slope, and a lack of relevant information and resources can make such claims challenging to confirm or refute. Such is the case with this 1987 Toyota Sunrader 4×4. The seller makes claims about… more»
Preserved Off-Roader: 1976 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Cheyenne
Some owners will strive to return an aging classic to its former glory, while others will preserve their pride and joy as a genuine survivor. This 1976 Chevrolet K5 Blazer falls into the second category and is guaranteed to… more»
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1 of 285: 1980 Dodge Aspen R/T
Chrysler had high hopes for the Dodge Aspen/Plymouth Volare twins when they debuted in 1976. They were the successors of the long-lived and proven Dodge Dart/Plymouth Valiant. But a healthy round of recalls tarnished their images, and they were… more»
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67k Original Miles: 1976 Ford Bronco
The First Generation Bronco has long fascinated me. It is nothing to do with the ongoing popularity because there isn’t a single reason why it shouldn’t be. There are many factors at play that allow these classics to perform… more»
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NYC Gem: 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Landau
If you’ve thought of grabbing yourself a personal luxury coupe with some attitude, this 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Landau might be your ticket. The car is wonderfully preserved, presented with original documentation, and relatively low in mileage. You can… more»
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Stored For 28 Years: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS
Sitting in this garage is a 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS that has led a sheltered existence. The current owner purchased this classic around thirty years ago, driving it regularly for the next two years before placing it into dry… more»
